Tag: Parliamentary panel
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Parliamentary panel recommends renegotiation of Indus Water Treaty
The Committee observed that although the Indus Water Treaty has stood the test of time, it "was framed on the basis of knowledge and technology existing at the time of its agreement in the 1960s" when the perspective of both the nations at that time was confined to river management and usage of water through the construction of dams, barrages, canals and hydro-power generation.
August 7, 2021 -
Parliamentary panel recommends renegotiation of Indus Water Treaty
The Committee observed that although the Indus Water Treaty has stood the test of time, it "was framed on the basis of knowledge and technology existing at the time of its agreement in the 1960s" when the perspective of both the nations at that time was confined to river management and usage of water through the construction of dams, barrages, canals and hydro-power generation.
August 6, 2021 -
Parliamentary panel for indigenous applications for virtual courts
It also wanted development of Artificial intelligence systems capable of supporting bulk documentation etc.
September 11, 2020 -
Malegaon blast accused Pragya Thakur nominated to Parliamentary panel on defence
Her remarks during the Lok Sabha election campaign where she described Nathuram Godse, Mahatma Gandhi's assassin, as a "patriot" sparked fury from the opposition.
November 21, 2019 -
Parliamentary panel doubts Facebook’s ability to prevent misuse during Lok Sabha polls
The social media company admitted it doesn't 'always get it right' regarding content moderation on its platform.
March 6, 2019 -
Poor-quality Chinese goods affecting Indian industry, says Parliamentary panel
The government should explore the possibility of increasing the applied duty to bound rates for the products suffering from Chinese dumping.
August 8, 2018 -
Shield CBI from political obstruction on Bofors cases: Parliamentary panel draft report
After studying the Bofors deal for almost 27 years, a Parliamentary panel on Wednesday pressed the need for a legislative review to shield the CBI from political obstruction in cases related to the Howitzer gun purchase and urged the agency to investigate the matter without “fear or favour”. All ongoing cases related to the Bofors …
April 25, 2018 -
Hike in allocation for defence minimal: Panel
The difference in Budgetary Estimate (BE) 2018-19 and 2017-18 of Rs 7,494.12 crore is “quite minimal” in view of the likely cost escalation due to inflation to meet requirements of Capital acquisition and other works planned for 2018-19, says a report by a Parliamentary panel on Defence tabled in the ongoing Budget session of Parliament …
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April 1, 2018 -
Malpractices in SSC exams: Parliamentary panel says maintain sanctity
Concerned over the malpractices in the examination process of Staff Selection Commission (SSC), a Parliamentary panel headed by BJP member of Rajya Sabha, Bhupendra Yadav, felt the sanctity of the examination process must be maintained as it was imperative that the trust of public in general and of examinees, in particular, in the examination process …
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March 26, 2018 -
Parliamentary panel slams Indigo for rude behaviour
In a strongly worded report a Parliamentary Standing Committee has condemned the recent incident when a passenger was manhandled by Indigo staff, adding that airlines need to become passenger friendly and its staff should learn to say “please” and “Thank you”. “The Committee noted that recently there were many incidents of manhandling, discourteous and rude …
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January 5, 2018 -
Par panel to invite RBI governor to brief on FRDI Bill
RBI Governor Urjit Patel is likely to brief the members of the parliamentary panel assessing the crucial Financial Resolution and Deposit Insurance (FRDI) Bill next month, a member said. The panel has decided to invite Patel at a time when the bill was opposed by the bank unions who have also requested the finance minister …
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October 6, 2017 -
Finance Ministry sends black money reports to Parliamentary panel
The Finance Ministry has sent three study reports on the quantum of black money held by Indians in the country and abroad to a Parliamentary panel, more than three years after they were submitted to the government, officials said today. The studies, commissioned by the previous UPA regime, were conducted by the Delhi-based National Institute …
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September 4, 2017 -
Delhi government must build better roads: Parl panel
Taking cognisance of poor road conditions in Delhi, a parliamentary panel has asked the transport ministry to take up the matter with the state government and not just be a “mute spectator”. “The condition of roads in Delhi is poor, but the government is not utilising even one-third of the allocated fund and the Union …
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August 13, 2017 -
Par panel seeks details on Air India disinvestment decision
A Parliamentary panel is understood to have sought details from the government on the Air India disinvestment decision. Sources said the government's decision to divest stake in Air India was discussed today at the meeting of the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Tourism and Culture. After the discussion, it was decided to seek an …
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July 6, 2017 -
RBI guv Urjit Patel to appear before Par panel on 6 July
RBI governor Urjit Patel will on 6 July appear before a parliamentary panel which has called him for the fourth time to discuss the demonetisation move. On the previous two occasions, the central bank governor sought exemption saying that he was occupied with the monetary policy. The Standing Committee on Finance, headed by Congress MP …
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June 9, 2017 -
Health Ministry pulled up for slow progress on blood banks
A parliamentary panel has pulled up the Health Ministry for "tardy" progress made towards setting up metro blood banks in Chennai and Delhi. It has also asked the Ministry to "iron out" all hindrances at the earliest so that instances of blockage of funds earmarked for the scheme do not occur. The parliamentary committee noted …
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April 1, 2017 -
Health Ministry pulled up for slow progress on blood banks
A parliamentary panel has pulled up the Health Ministry for "tardy" progress made towards setting up metro blood banks in Chennai and Delhi. It has also asked the Ministry to "iron out" all hindrances at the earliest so that instances of blockage of funds earmarked for the scheme do not occur. The parliamentary committee noted …
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April 1, 2017