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Why Modi govt doesn't want you to see CCTV footage from a poll booth

Sparking controversy and divided opinions, the Union Government, on the Election Commission’s recommendation, has amended Rule 93 of the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961. The change restricts public access to specific electronic records, including CCTV camera footage, webcasting material and video recordings of candidates during elections. Electronic records like CCTV footage, webcasting data and video recordings—essential tools in modern electoral …

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Oppn slams ECI for tweaking rule on poll videos

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: The Union government’s recent amendment restricting public access to electronic election materials, such as CCTV footage and webcasting at polling booths, strong rooms, and counting tables, has drawn sharp criticism from Opposition parties. Based on the Election Commission of India’s recommendation, the law ministry on Friday altered Rule 93 of the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, limiting the …

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2 days, 3 hours ago

Why is ECI afraid of transparency: Congress after election rule tweak

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: The Congress on Saturday hit out at the Election Commission for tweaking an election rule to prevent public inspection of certain electronic documents such as CCTV cameras and webcasting footage, asking why the poll panel was afraid of transparency. The government has tweaked an election rule to prevent public inspection of certain electronic documents such as CCTV cameras …

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2 days, 6 hours ago

NLU Delhi: Global Symposium On Combating Corruption And Promoting Good Governance

Live Law

The Symposium started with a Plenary Session featuring eminent personalities: Mr. SY Qureshi, Former Chief Election Commissioner, India, Dr. Sairam Bhat, Professor, NLSIU Bengaluru, Mr Ashok Kumar Pavadia, Founder Director, Council of Research on Policy and Governance, GoI, Dr. Jatinder Singh, Deputy Secretary General PHDCCI, Mr. Mukesh Kumar Sharma, Executive Director, PSI India and Dr. Somnath Singh, Deputy Director, UN …

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2 days, 15 hours ago

Why is ECI afraid of transparency: Congress after election rule tweak

New Indian Express

The Congress on Saturday hit out at the Election Commission for tweaking an election rule to prevent public inspection of certain electronic documents such as CCTV camera and webcasting footage, asking why the poll panel was afraid of transparency. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the party would legally challenge amendment. The government has tweaked an election rule …

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4 days, 15 hours ago

Employers lobby to keep health care prices transparent in hopes of containing costs

NPR

Employers lobby to keep health care prices transparent in hopes of containing costs toggle caption Zach Gibson/Getty Images It seems simple: Require hospitals and insurers to post their negotiated prices for most health care services and — bingo — competition follows, yielding lower costs for consumers. Employers are using transparency data to try to slow growth of their health care …

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5 days, 10 hours ago

SEBI Tightens Rules on Offshore Derivative Instruments to Boost Transparency

Deccan Chronicle

The Securities and Exchange Board of India has introduced significant changes to the regulations governing Offshore Derivative Instruments issued by Foreign Portfolio Investors. A circular issued on Tuesday outlined the new requirements aimed at enhancing market transparency and stability.Under the revised framework, FPIs are prohibited from issuing ODIs with derivatives as their underlying assets or using derivatives to hedge their …

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5 days, 15 hours ago

Has the hangman's noose helped China curb big scams?

India Today

As part of President Xi Jinping's signature anti-corruption policy to catch the "tigers", China this week hanged the biggest "tiger" it caught. Xi's China has been handing out severe penalties, including death sentences, for high-profile officials and businesspeople involved in major corruption cases, since he came to power in 2013. CORRUPTION IS SERIOUSLY DEALT WITH Although China keeps its execution …

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5 days, 15 hours ago

Elon Musk's SpaceX lost communication with Dragon during private spacewalk

India Today

A power outage at SpaceX's California facility during the historic Polaris Dawn mission has raised significant concerns regarding operational safety and regulatory oversight in the private space sector. The outage was triggered by a leak in a cooling system at SpaceX's Hawthorne facility, causing a power surge that disabled mission control's ability to communicate with its Dragon spacecraft in orbit. …

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6 days, 15 hours ago

How many government jobs have been provided in UP in last few years? Know stats here

India TV News

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announced 7 lakh jobs provided across departments, including 1.60 lakh in education and 1.56 lakh in police. Two crore youth secure job Earlier, in a function organized to distribute appointment letters to 701 selected foresters, the chief minister Yogi Adityanath said, the government is ensuring transparency in the recruitment process and bringing an end to …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Kerala honoured for excellence in transparency and public accountability

The Hindu

Kerala has been recognised as a leader in transparency, public accountability, and the dissemination of information, Chief Information Commissioner Hiralal Samariya said. Speaking at the National RTI Award ceremony, where Kerala’s State Information Commissioner A.A. Hakkim was presented with the award, Mr. Samariya lauded Kerala as a model State for its “exemplary performance in resolving RTI petitions efficiently and effectively.” …

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1 week, 3 days ago

SEBI proposes retail investors participate in algo trading

The Hindu

Securities and Exchange Board of India on Friday proposed a framework to allow retail investors to participate in algorithmic trading through stock brokers. A study published by the regulator in September showed that during fiscal year 2024, algorithmic trading accounted for 97% of foreign investors’ and 96% of proprietary traders’ profits in futures and options. SEBI said that there has …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Tory-led knife crime crackdown fell short after no weapons found during searches, damning report says

The Independent

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1 week, 6 days ago

Ecomm cos must ensure transparency, trust, uphold consumer interest: Pralhad Joshi at Amazon event

Live Mint

New Delhi, Dec 10 Minister for Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday asserted that e-commerce companies have a significant role to play in ensuring transparent, trustworthy, and safe shopping environment for all consumers. Speaking at Amazon smbhav Summit, Joshi outlined the government's all-out efforts to ensure that consumer rights are protected through slew of measures such as Consumer Protection Act, …

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1 week, 6 days ago

OpenAI unveils Sora Turbo: From text to video in seconds

Live Mint

OpenAI has introduced Sora Turbo, a new and faster version of its advanced AI video generation model. Designed to create realistic videos from text prompts, Sora Turbo builds on the foundation of OpenAI's earlier developments in AI-driven world simulation and video generation. Key features of Sora Turbo Improved Speed: Sora Turbo runs significantly faster than its February counterpart, enabling users …

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2 weeks ago

GOP bill aimed at increasing transparency could sow chaos for election officials: experts

Raw Story

Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for Votebeat Texas’ free newsletter here. Key Texas lawmakers are reviving legislation that would require election officials to respond within set time frames to requests to explain “election irregularities” from certain party officials and election workers. The bill would allow candidates, county …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

The quiet British market town that is an unlikely hotspot for the world's dirty cash: How £146m of suspicious money from offshore tax havens has been used to purchase property in sleepy location

Daily Mail

With its cosy pubs, medieval parish church and quiet high street boasting a Gail's and a Waitrose, nothing points to Wokingham being a likely destination for the world's dirty cash. The sleepy Berkshire town of Wokingham has been revealed as a surprise hotspot for ‘suspect wealth’ channelled through offshore tax havens A pop-up market in the centre of the market …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Lawyer seeks transparency in corruption case against Yediyurappa

New Indian Express

BENGALURU: An advocate has sought transparency in former CM BS Yediyurappa’s land denotification case, and claimed that Lokayukta police should provide public updates on the ongoing corruption case involving former CM. I raised concerns about the “appearance of judicial favouritism” in corruption cases involving BS Yediyurappa and urged timely intervention to uphold public faith in judicial impartiality. One of the …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

E-auction of sick business assets on dedicated platform may become compulsory

Live Mint

New Delhi: Auction of assets like land, buildings, plant and machinery belonging to businesses getting liquidated is likely to see a wider public participation, with the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India planning to make these transactions more mainstream. After asking liquidators on 29 October to list all such assets of companies facing liquidation on the eBkray platform set up …

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Delhi HC notifies 70 senior advocates amid questions on transparency

Hindustan Times

The Delhi high court on Sunday evening notified the designation of 70 lawyers as senior advocates, despite a shadow of controversy hanging over the process after a key member of the permanent committee refused to sign the final list, claiming that it was sent ahead without his final consent, and subsequently resigned in protest. The present controversy has unfolded against …

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Chandrababu Naidu government dissolves Waqf board constituted by YSR Congress regime

Hindustan Times

The Chandrababu Naidu-led Andhra Pradesh government has dissolved the state Waqf board nominated by the previous YSR Congress regime. The Chandrababu Naidu-led government dissolved the AP Waqf Board in an order dated November 30. Naidu government's order In an order dated November 30, the state government noted that AP State Waqf Board, formed by the YSRC regime, had been non-functional …

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54 years, 11 months ago

35 Best Cyber Monday Headphone Deals (2024)

Wired

Thanks to all the fantastic Cyber Monday deals on some of the best wireless earbuds, over-ears, and workout headphones, now is a great time to upgrade your portable listening experience. —Ryan Waniata Sony WF-1000XM5 Photograph: Sony Sony’s WF-1000XM5 are a high-end pair of earbuds that stand among the best noise-canceling headphones you’ll find in such a small form factor. —Ryan …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Major rule changes from December 1, 2024: Key impacts on households and finances

India Today

Starting December 1, 2024, several rule changes are set to impact daily life and finances for households across the country. Here’s what to expect: LPG CYLINDER PRICE ADJUSTMENTS Monthly revisions to LPG cylinder prices by oil marketing companies could see changes in domestic rates. Consumer Credit Policy Updates Banks are introducing changes in credit card fees and reward structures. For …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

As Mexico advances plan to dissolve watchdog agencies, critics cry foul

Al Jazeera

The proposal passed both houses of Mexico’s Congress, leading critics to fear weakened government transparency. An evening vote in Mexico’s Senate to dismantle seven independent government watchdogs has ignited controversy, with the country’s political opposition accusing the governing Morena Party of violating democratic principles. He praised the seven watchdogs as “pillars of transparency and accountability that guaranteed to the people …

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Why Modi govt doesn't want you to see CCTV footage from a poll booth

Oppn slams ECI for tweaking rule on poll videos

Why is ECI afraid of transparency: Congress after election rule tweak

NLU Delhi: Global Symposium On Combating Corruption And Promoting Good Governance

Why is ECI afraid of transparency: Congress after election rule tweak

Employers lobby to keep health care prices transparent in hopes of containing costs

SEBI Tightens Rules on Offshore Derivative Instruments to Boost Transparency

Has the hangman's noose helped China curb big scams?

Elon Musk's SpaceX lost communication with Dragon during private spacewalk

How many government jobs have been provided in UP in last few years? Know stats here

Kerala honoured for excellence in transparency and public accountability

SEBI proposes retail investors participate in algo trading

Tory-led knife crime crackdown fell short after no weapons found during searches, damning report says

Ecomm cos must ensure transparency, trust, uphold consumer interest: Pralhad Joshi at Amazon event

OpenAI unveils Sora Turbo: From text to video in seconds

GOP bill aimed at increasing transparency could sow chaos for election officials: experts

The quiet British market town that is an unlikely hotspot for the world's dirty cash: How £146m of suspicious money from offshore tax havens has been used to purchase property in sleepy location

Lawyer seeks transparency in corruption case against Yediyurappa

E-auction of sick business assets on dedicated platform may become compulsory

Delhi HC notifies 70 senior advocates amid questions on transparency

Chandrababu Naidu government dissolves Waqf board constituted by YSR Congress regime

35 Best Cyber Monday Headphone Deals (2024)

Major rule changes from December 1, 2024: Key impacts on households and finances

As Mexico advances plan to dissolve watchdog agencies, critics cry foul