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Supreme Court judges call off JPC interaction over possible review of ONOE Bills

In a recent turn of events, Supreme Court judges have opted against holding an informal dialogue with the Joint Parliamentary Committee regarding the proposed amendments. Their apprehensions revolve around the potential for future judicial review of those amendments. Kapil Sibal condemned the meeting as unconstitutional, arguing it infringed upon the separation of powers.

SBI seeks clarity on bank accounts under proposed FCRA rules

State Bank of India presented to the Joint Parliamentary Committee regarding the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill. Officials raised concerns about gaps in foreign donation handling when registration lapses occur. They suggested that clear banking procedures be established for affected organizations. The bill proposed transferring compliance responsibilities to a government-designated authority in certain cases. Opposition parties criticized the bill for potentially disadvantaging minority groups and impacting foreign funding for NGOs.

After backlash, Vijay sarkar rescinds L&O RTI waiver

The ruling TVK government on Sunday withdrew its order expempting Public (Law and Order) department from the Right to Information (RTI) Act following widespread outrage. The department was classified as an 'Intelligence and Security Organisation' under the withdrawn order which would have kept it outside the RTI framework and restricted public access to the information it holds. Earlier, the exemption was defended as an attempt to keep information related to community clashes outside the RTI framework.

JPC on FCRA amendment bill meets first time to examine legislation

A Joint Parliamentary Committee has begun examining the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill. This bill proposes tighter government oversight on NGOs and foreign funding. Opposition parties allege the legislation unfairly targets minority organizations and their funding. The government rejects these claims, stating the bill aims to enhance transparency and prevent misuse.

DMK MP Kanimozhi meets former Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata as DMK outreach fuels third-front talk

DMK leader Kanimozhi met Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata on Thursday. This meeting follows discussions with Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar. Strains between DMK and Congress have emerged recently. The TMC and Congress have also sparred over a West Bengal bypoll. Kanimozhi's outreach sparks speculation about opposition coordination efforts.

Kanimozhi writes to Jaishankar over UK visa difficulties faced by Tamil Nadu-sponsored students

DMK MP Kanimozhi has appealed to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar for intervention as over 300 students are experiencing difficulties in obtaining UK visas for their higher education pursuits. It has been reported that the Tamil Nadu government's sponsorship is not recognized for visa applications. With university enrollment deadlines approaching in August and September, students could potentially miss out on crucial academic opportunities.

No directives to make Hindi mandatory in official communications: Government

The government clarifies that Hindi is not mandatory for official communication. This statement was made in Lok Sabha on Tuesday. DMK MPs questioned the government about Hindi directives and promotion spending. The Home Affairs minister responded to the queries. He also provided data on funds spent promoting Hindi since 2014. The allocated budget was Rs 736.

DMK MP Senthil Kumar expresses regret for north-south divide remark

DMK MP D N V Senthil Kumar on Wednesday expressed regret in the Lok Sabha over his controversial 'north-south divide' remark which had sparked a backlash. Kumar had on Tuesday used a pejorative to describe Hindi heartland states while attacking the ruling BJP. His comments led to ruckus and adjournment in the House, and were expunged by Speaker Om Birla later.

"Will try to avoid using it next time": DMK MP Senthilkumar clarifies on his 'Gaumutra States' remarks

Reacting to the 'Gaumutra States' jibe at BJP made by DMK MP DNV Senthilkumar S, Congress leader Karti Chidambaram on Tuesday demanded an apology from the Lok Sabha Parliamentarian and said that the choice of his words was "unfortunate".

DMK MP Senthil Kumar's controversial comment describing BJP's victory in north India expunged from Lok Sabha

The Lok Sabha has expunged an unparliamentary word used by Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Senthil Kumar while explaining the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) recent win in the three Hindi heartland states. The Minister's usage of the parliamentary term for the three Hindi heartland states sparked a huge political row with the BJP taking offence against his remark.

ED takes possession of 15 'benami' assets linked to DMK MP A Raja

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued a statement indicating that it has assumed control of 15 immovable properties registered under the name of A Raja's benami company, Kovai Shelters Promoters India Pvt Ltd. This action has been taken in connection with a disproportionate assets case involving A Raja, the former Union cabinet minister of environment and forest.

I-T searches continue for second day at premises of DMK MP S Jagathrakshakan

The income tax department is conducting searches at the premises of DMK MP and former Union minister S Jagathrakshakan in Chennai for the second day. The searches are also being conducted at two breweries and hospitals owned by Jagathrakshakan. DMK spokesperson TKS Elangovan accused the BJP of engaging in vendetta politics, while Congress criticized the IT and ED as frontal organizations of the BJP.

ED attaches Rs 55 crore worth of 'benami' land of DMK MP A Raja in Coimbatore

The federal agency said in a statement the land was purchased by a company allegedly linked to Raja, in lieu of granting environmental clearance to a Gurugram-based real estate company by the leader during his stint as the Union minister for environment and forests between 2004-07.

Defamation proceedings against Kanimozhi, Maran quashed

Madras High Court quashed proceedings against DMK MP Kanimozhi, former Union Minister Dayanidhi Maran and TNCC president K S Alagiri in the lower courts.

2G: Kanimozhi moves Supreme Court to quash charges against her

DMK MP Kanimozhi has moved the Supreme Court seeking quashing of the charges against her in the 2G spectrum allocation scam.

DMK MP Kanimozhi leaves for Chennai