NITYANAND RAI
Congress wants Bangladesh-like situation, puppet govt in India: Minister Nityanand Rai
In a recent statement, Union Minister Nityanand Rai accused the Congress party of being terrified of impending electoral losses, alleging that they are attempting to shield fraudulent voters. He reported that 13 crore names were deleted during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Rai asserted that Congress is jeopardizing India's democratic foundation by siding with infiltrators and prioritizing corruption over the needs of citizens during elections.
FCRA amendment bill has similar provisions like UPA-era law: Panel chief Jaiswal
BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal led a meeting on the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. He noted that major provisions in the bill mirror those from the UPA government’s 2010 law. Various religious groups including Syro Malabar Church and ISKCON shared their views during the committee session. Opposition parties allege the bill may harm funding for minority organizations, a claim the government denies.
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.
JPC on FCRA Amendment bill to hold second meeting tomorrow
The Joint Parliamentary Committee is preparing for its second meeting to discuss the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. Members will receive briefings from officials of the Ministries of Home Affairs and Law and Justice. Stakeholders, including the State Bank of India Chairman, will also share their views during the meeting. Previous discussions have focused on compliance and transparency in foreign funding by NGOs and other entities.
FCRA registered NGOs down by half in last 10 years; contribution rises from Rs 17832 cr to Rs 22974 cr
Active FCRA registered NGOs have halved in the last decade. Foreign contributions received by these organizations have significantly increased. Christian associations received nearly three-fourth of the total foreign funds. The Ministry of Home Affairs shared these details with a parliamentary committee. This information was conveyed during a meeting discussing FCRA amendments.
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.
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Government notifies 'Keralam' as new name for Kerala effective Tuesday
In a gazette notification issued on Tuesday, the home ministry said, “In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of Section 1 of the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Act, 2026, the Central government hereby appoints the 25th day of August, 2026, as the date on which the provisions of the said Act shall come into force.”
Rajya Sabha passes Registration of Births and Deaths Amendment Bill 2026
The Rajya Sabha has passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, after the Lok Sabha cleared it on July 31. The legislation was introduced by Union minister of state for home affairs Nityanand Rai.
Nityanand Rai attacks Tejashwi Yadav’s 20-month Bihar promise, cites risk of 'robberies, land grabs'
In a sharp attack on RJD, Rai said they won't talk about development in those 20 months; rather, they will orchestrate robberies, grab the lands of the poor or set up a kidnapping industry.
Union Minister Nityanand Rai’s nephew shot dead by his own blood over a trivial tap water issue
Two brothers, Vishwajeet and Jayjeet, nephews of Union Minister Nityanand Rai, shot each other in Jagatpur village, Bihar, over a water tap dispute. One brother died in the hospital, while the other was injured.
No plan to create police district for Uri in J-K: Centre tells Parliament
Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai stated that there is no plan to create a new police district for Uri in Jammu and Kashmir. He also mentioned that Lakshadweep has allowed accommodation to contract employees. Additionally, the Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 was introduced, aiming to modernise and consolidate India's immigration laws.
Cybercrime emerging as major threat, says Union Minister Nityanand Rai
Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai emphasized the growing threat of cybercrime and urged IPS officer trainees to tackle it with technical expertise. Speaking at the Dikshant Parade of the 76th batch of Regular Recruits at SVPNPA, he highlighted initiatives like cyber forensic labs.
Kolkata doctor rape-murder: CM Mamata Banerjee trying to cover up gruesome crime, says Union Minister Nityanand Rai
Nityanand Rai responded to Mamata Banerjee's remarks about the Left and BJP's alleged role in West Bengal unrest. Banerjee faced criticism for allegedly redirecting focus from the trainee doctor's murder and rape. She accused the BJP of hospital vandalism, prompting national protests. The matter is now under CBI examination.
Union Minister Nityanand Rai owns movable, immovable assets worth Rs 15.45 crore: Affidavit
Union Minister Nityanand Rai, seeking re-election from Ujiarpur Lok Sabha seat in Bihar, declared movable and immovable assets totaling Rs 15.45 crore in his affidavit, with his wife's assets amounting to Rs 2.47 crore. Elections for Ujiarpur, Darbhanga, Samastipur, Begusarai, and Munger Lok Sabha seats are scheduled for the fourth phase on May 13.
INDIA bloc has no 'neta' or 'niti': Nityanand Rai
Senior BJP leader and Union minister Nityanand Rai criticized the opposition INDIA bloc, stating that they lack leadership and policies. He described the recent Mumbai meeting as a gathering of corrupt and dynastic politicians. Rai claimed that the people of India will elect Narendra Modi as Prime Minister for the third time in 2024. The INDIA alliance, consisting of 28 parties, was supposed to choose a coordinator but instead formed a coordination committee. Rai also mentioned that the possibility of early elections and 'one nation, one election' may be discussed in the upcoming special session of Parliament.
15th Finance Commission allocated Rs 1,28,122.40 cr to SDRF for 2021-26: MoS Nityanand Rai
15th Finance Commission has allocated a total corpus of Rs 1,28,122.40 crore to the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) in all States for the Award Period (2021-22 to 2025-2026). He further informed the Lower House that in addition an amount of Rs 32,030.60 crore has been allocated under the State Disaster Mitigation Fund (SDMF) for the Award Period of 2021-22 to 2025-26.
'Appointing governors in consultation with CMs may be followed as convention'
In a written reply, MoS for home Nityanand Rai said: "The government is of the view that the practice of consultation with chief minister may be followed as a matter of convention, and there doesn't appear any need to amend Article 155 of Constitution."
657 CAPF personnel committed suicide in 5 years: Govt
Nityanand Rai , the minister of state for home, told Rajya Sabha that 153 personnel died by suicide in 2021, 149 in 2020, 133 in 2019, 97 in 2018 and 125 in 2017. The Central Armed Police Forces or the paramilitary forces include the CRPF, BSF, CISF, ITBP, SSB, Assam Rifles and the National Security Guard.
Gyanvapi case: Lawyer representing Anjuman Intezamia Masjid Committee passes away due to heart attack
According to senior advocate of Banaras Bar Association, Nityanand Rai, Yadav suffered a heart attack late Sunday night after which he was taken to the hospital where the doctors declared him dead. The Muslim side had to submit its reply to the Shringar Gauri and Gyanvapi cases on August 4, in which the role of the late advocate would have been important.
6,000 transit accommodations approved for Kashmiri migrants employed in Valley: MoS Nityanand Rai to Rajya Sabha
"The Government of India approved the construction of 6,000 transit accommodations for Kashmiri migrant employees engaged or to be engaged in different districts of Kashmir Valley under Prime Minister's Development Package, 2015 (PMDP-2015) announced on November 7, 2015. "Construction of 1,025 units has been completed or substantially completed, 1,872 units are at different stages of completion and work on remaining units has been taken up," he said replying to a written question.
Sixteen Chinese nationals have been granted Indian citizenship since 2007
The minister of state for home Nityanand Rai provided the information in response to a query from DMK member Tiruchi Siva about the asylum and citizenship requests of communities from China, including Tibetans, Uyghurs, Mongolians and other dissidents, since 2019.
Lens on Tek Fog, says home ministry
In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today, minister of state for home affairs Nityanand Rai said the app has not been found on any prominent App Stores.
Naxal violence down by 77%: Govt to Lok Sabha
Union MoS for home Nityanand Rai said the Central government has been supplementing the efforts of states as envisaged in the 'National Policy and Action Plan to address Left Wing Extremism', which was launched in 2015.
MoS Nityanand Rai tests positive for COVID-19
"My covid test report has come positive. I have completely isolated myself. People who came in contact with me are requested to take necessary steps with caution," the Minister said in a tweet in Hindi.
Doubts of West Bengal, Punjab govts on enhanced BSF jurisdiction ill-founded: MoS Home Nityanand Rai
Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai, said in a written reply, that the governments of West Bengal and Punjab have expressed their "apprehension that such a move encroaches upon the powers of the state government".
Citizenship under CAA only after issuance of rules; no more amendments in law proposed
Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai also said there is no proposal under consideration of the government for any further amendment of the Citizenship Act.
Disclosing names of people booked by Delhi Police under UAPA not in larger public interest: Govt
Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai informed Lok Sabha in a written reply that the Delhi Police has registered nine cases under the law and arrested 34 people during 2020.
Over 14,800 foreign-funded NGOs deregistered in last 5 yrs: Govt
Union minister of state for home Nityanand Rai said the registrations were cancelled because the NGOs committed violations of the provisions of the FCRA.
Manoj Tiwari appointed Delhi BJP chief, takes charge
Hours after Tiwari's appointment, he reached the state BJP office where BJP leaders and workers accorded him a grand welcome.
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