Jammu, Jun 1: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday trapped and arrested a Forest Guard posted in Marwah, Kishtwar, for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of ₹15,000 from a complainant. According to an ACB spokesperson, a written complaint was received alleging that the accused official had demanded ₹20,000 for expediting the…
Beijing, Jul 14: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday conveyed to Chinese Vice President Han Zheng that continued normalisation of India-China ties can produce mutually beneficial outcomes and an open exchange of views between the two sides is “very important” considering the “complex” global scenario. The external affairs minister held talks with Zheng shortly…
New Delhi, May 9: Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday reviewed the prevailing situation along India’s border with Pakistan and airports in the country amid the military conflict between the two countries, sources said. The meeting came hours after the Border Security Force said it has foiled an infiltration bid from across the International Border…
JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that Jammu and Kashmir aims to achieve self-sufficiency in power generation in next two years, ensuring a reliable electricity supply, and that the government was committed to offering 200 units of free electricity. He said Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Corporation was prioritizing the development of hydroelectric…
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NEW DELHI, Oct 29: The Central government has requested that states refrain from imposing any taxes or duties on electricity produced by any source, including wind, solar, hydro, or coal, adding that doing so would be unlawful and unconstitutional. In a circular published on October 25, the Union Ministry of Power stated that it had been brought to the attention of the Central Government that several State Governments had placed extra fees on the production of electricity from different sources, purporting to be development free/charges/fund.It stated that it is unlawful and unconstitutional to impose such additional costs or fees in the form of taxes or duties on the production of energy, which includes all forms of generation, including nuclear, solar, wind, and thermal. The ministry clarified the constitutional position by stating that the VII Schedule expressly states the authority to impose taxes and charges. The states' authority to impose taxes and duties is listed in entries 45 through 63 of List II of the VII Schedule. Since the Central Government has residuary powers, the State Governments cannot impose any taxes or charges that are not clearly listed in this list, it stated. The states are permitted to impose taxes on the sale or consumption of energy within their borders per Entry-53 of the List-II (State List).This excludes the authority to levy any fees or charges on the production of electricity. This is due to the fact that electricity produced on a state's territory may be used in other states, and no state has the authority to impose taxes or other obligations on its citizens, according to the decision. The ministry continued by saying that where a supply of products or services occurs outside of a state, Article-286 of the Constitution expressly forbids states from charging any taxes or charges on that supply. Additionally, taxes on the sale or consumption of electricity purchased by the Central Government or consumed by it for use by the Government or its agencies are prohibited by Articles 287 and 288.The directives said that no state might impose taxes or levies on electricity generation or interstate delivery under the pretence of charging more or offering a free service for electricity generated from any source, including renewables, hydropower, or thermal energy, in accordance with the requirements of the constitution. The federal government requested that states immediately eliminate any taxes, duties, or fees imposed under the pretence of funding for the generation of power from whatever source. The Ministry had requested in April that states refrain from levying any taxes or duties on electricity generation, particularly from hydroelectric projects. Under the pretence of imposing a cess on the use of water for electricity generation, many states have levied taxes or levies on the production of electricity.However, the power ministry had stated on April 25 that "even though the state may call it a water cess, it is actually a tax on the generation of electricity-the tax is to be collected from the consumers of electricity who may happen to be residents in other states." It said that any tax imposed on the non-consumptive usage of these rivers' water for the production of power would be unconstitutional. The ministry had claimed that hydroelectric projects don't use water to generate electricity, noting that the majority of them are situated on interstate rivers. Similar to how energy from wind projects is produced, electricity is produced by guiding the flow of water via a turbine. The wind is used to turn the turbine, producing power. As a result, the ministry declared that there was no justification for imposing an air or water cess. [caption id="attachment_4650" align="alignnone" width="300"] Centre Asks States Not To Impose Tax Or Duty On…
NEW DELHI: In an effort to boost the supply of onions on the domestic market and control pricing, the government on Saturday set a minimum export price (MEP) of USD 800 per tonne for onion exports through December 31 of this year. The ruling is effective as of October 29. In addition, the government has declared that it will purchase an extra 2 lakh tonnes of onions for the buffer in addition to the 5 lakh tonnes that it has already purchased. All onion varieties—aside from Bangalore Rose and Krishnapuram onions—as well as chopped, sliced, or broken onions in powder form are covered by the MEP. "Onion exports are free. MEP of USD 800 FOB (free on board) per tonne is enforced through December 31, 2023, according to a statement from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade. According to an official statement, the action will support keeping onions reasonably priced and sufficiently available to domestic consumers as the amount of Rabi 2023 onions being stored is decreasing. The MEP of USD 800 per tonne is equivalent to roughly Rs 67 per kg. Since the second week of August, onions from the buffer have been regularly disposed of in the nation's key consumption hubs. They have also been made available to retail customers at a cost of Rs 25 per kg via mobile vans run by NCCF and NAFED.Approximately 1.70 lakh metric tonnes of onions have been removed from the buffer thus far. In order to keep consumer prices in check and guarantee onion growers receive fair compensation, onions are continuously purchased and disposed of from the buffer, according to the statement. The DGFT announcement further stated that some onion consignments, including those that were turned over to Customs prior to this notice and are registered in their system, will be permitted to be exported without MEP. Consignments of onions that were brought into the Customs station for exportation prior to the issuance of this notification and that are registered in the electronic systems of the relevant Customs station custodian with verifiable proof of the date and time these goods were brought into the Customs station are also eligible for export. It further stated that export duties paid would not be reimbursed. Due to a reduction in availability, onion prices in the national capital's retail market have increased even further to Rs 65–80 per kg. In Delhi-NCR, Mother Dairy, which has over 400 Safal retail locations, charges Rs 67 per kg for loose onions.e-commerce website Otipy costs Rs 70 per kg, whereas Bigbasket sells for Rs 67. Onions are being sold by local sellers for Rs 80 per kg. On Wednesday, Mother Dairy was selling onions for Rs 54–56 per kg; as of right now, the price per kg has increased to Rs 67. The Centre agreed on Friday to increase the sale of buffer onions at a discounted rate of Rs 25 per kg in retail markets in an effort to help customers in light of the increase in retail prices. The average retail price of onions in India on Saturday is Rs 45 per kg, with a maximum price of Rs 80 per kg, according to data from the Department of Consumer Affairs. The going rate in Delhi is Rs 75 per kg on average. In those states where there has been a significant increase in prices, the ministry reports that onions are being offloaded from the buffer stock in both wholesale and retail markets. Approximately 1.7 lakh tonnes of buffer onions have been offloaded at various places across 22 states since mid-August. Buffer onions are offloaded from retail markets by vehicles and the outlets of two cooperative entities, NCCF and NAFED, at a reduced rate of Rs 25 per kg. Buffer onions are also available in Delhi at this discounted price. According to a top government official, poor weather caused the kharif onion seeding to be delayed, which led to less crop coverage and a delayed delivery of the crop. By now, the fresh kharif onions ought to have begun to arrive, but they haven't. The official said, "There is a tight supply situation, resulting in price increases in both wholesale and retail markets. This is caused by stored rabi onions running out and delays in the arrival of kharif onions." The government has quadrupled the buffer supply of onions for the current year, he added, so domestic availability should improve and pricing should be monitored in the coming days. The consumer affairs ministry, working with NCCF and NAFED, has kept a buffer stock of 5 lakh tonnes of onions for the 2023–24 fiscal year. They also have plans to purchase an additional 2 lakh tonnes of onions in the near future. [caption id="attachment_4635" align="alignnone"…
MUMBAI: Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries, received emails threatening to shoot him to death if he did not pay Rs 20 crores. The threatening email said, "If you don't give us 20 crore rupees, we will kill you, we have the best shooters in India," according to the Mumbai police. Following receipt of the email, Mumbai's Gamdevi Police filed a case against an unidentified individual under sections 387 and 506 (2) of the IPC and commenced an inquiry, based on the complaint of Mukesh Ambani's security in-charge. [caption id="attachment_4586" align="alignnone" width="300"] Mukesh Ambani receives death threat, email demands Rs 20 cr[/caption]
JAMMU: An outreach and sensitization programme was held on Friday by the Income Tax Department and the Deputy Commissioner's office to increase public knowledge and comprehension of financial and tax issues. During the programme, Assistant Accounts Officers and Drawing and Disbursing Officers from various departments participated in an interactive session led by Income Tax Officer Jammu, Rajneesh Gupta, and Deputy Commissioner Income Tax Jammu, Dr. Mohnish Digra. In addition to highlighting the need of financial literacy, Dr. Mohnish Digra underlined India's goal of being a developed country by 2047. He emphasised the number of income tax returns filed over the years and the steady rise in net direct tax receipts.Dr. Mohnish Digra also spoke to the audience about a worrying trend in which people are reporting incorrect deductions in order to obtain fraudulent refunds, which causes losses for the government. Employees were reminded that the Income Tax Department keeps a careful eye on these kinds of deductions, and DDOs were made aware of their responsibility to confirm the validity of such claims. Rajneesh Gupta emphasised the severe repercussions of claiming fictitious refunds, which include case review, tax recovery, and penalties under section 270A up to 200% of the tax avoided. He pointed out that such behaviour may result in prosecution under Income Tax Act section 276C, which carries a harsh sentence of up to seven years in prison.Gupta also provided the audience with information regarding the possible remedies for correcting errors, which include filing amended forms for Assessment Years 2021–22 and 2022–23 under section 139(8A) of the IT Act and paying 25% and 50% of the applicable penalties in addition to the tax. For Assessment Year 2023–2024, ITR revisions are permitted without incurring penalties. Interactions took place during the programme to address a variety of topics, including how to accurately file ITRs, how to use the Income Tax chatbot, what deductions are allowed under the Income Tax Act of 1961, and how tax calculation advantages both under the old and new tax regimes. Attendees included PO POSHAN, Renu Bhasin, Assistant Commissioner General, Manisha, and other district officers. [caption id="attachment_4571" align="alignnone" width="300"] IT department sensitises officers about taxation, financial matters[/caption]
JAMMU: At the Conventional Centre Jammu here, Chief Secretary Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta officially launched the Amrit Kalash Yatra under the banner of "Meri Mati Mera Desh" (Mitti Ko Naman Veeron Ko Vandan) to New Delhi today. In addition to a sizable number of PRI members from throughout the UT, those in attendance included Additional Chief Secretary (ACS), Home, R K Goel; Commissioner Secretary, GAD, Sanjeev Verma; Secretary Culture, Dr Syed Abid Rasheed Shah; and other Administrative Secretaries, IGP Jammu, Div Com Jammu, DC Jammu.The chief guest and other dignitaries lit a traditional lamp to kick off the programme. The Chief Secretary also gave the attendees a pledge on PanchPran (Pratigya) that included a developed nation by 1947. During the programme, the Chief Secretary and other dignitaries also kept some Mitti in the Kalash (pot) under the'muthibharmitti'. He described it as a symbolic action to demonstrate support for fellow citizens of our magnificent country. Speaking to the crowd, the Chief Secretary announced that 83 lakh participants from Jammu and Kashmir made up the largest group of participants in Meri Maati Mera Desh, based on the population ratio of the country's States and Unions.He praised everyone who helped make this a reality and called this accomplishment extraordinary. Dr Mehta also expressed gratitude to the relevant departments for contributing to the UT's tremendous performance. According to him, a lot of activities were held at the block and panchayat levels. Every home provided Mitti (dirt), which was mixed throughout the programme to commemorate the nation's vast cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic variety. According to the Chief Secretary, UT's success in a number of areas may be attributed to the dedication of its staff and administration. He implied that the rapid improvement the UT has made over the last few years should make every household in J&K proud.According to Dr. Mehta, UT today prides itself on being among the top performers in the nation in practically every programme run at the national level. Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, the secretary of culture, has earlier highlighted the panchayat and block level events that took place during this event's initial phase. He also spoke to the representatives who would take part in this month's final programme in New Delhi on the 31st. Prior to this, the Chief Secretary planted a tree on campus to launch a plantation effort as part of "Vasudha Vandhan." In order to commemorate the construction of the greatest number of these structures in the UT, he also unveiled a Shilaphalakam on the same grounds.It should be noted that the Amrit Kalash Yatras gather mitti from every family at the block level and are to be transported to New Delhi by volunteers in order to create a national monument that will be named AmritVatika. The Chief Secretary congratulated all parties involved on the program's excellent year-end. About four hundred volunteers from each UT block and ULB make up the J&K contingent. The groups would be headed by cultural officers and district-level nodal officers to ensure a seamless transition of this yatra to the nation's capital. [caption id="attachment_4567" align="alignnone" width="300"] CS Dr.Mehta flags off 400 person J&K contingent of Amrit Kalash Yatra…
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New Delhi, Oct 27: The OneWeb satellite communication service, according to Bharti Airtel Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal, is prepared to link every region of the nation starting next month. Speaking at the opening session of the India Mobile Congress 2023, Mittal stated that Airtel has expanded its 5G services over the whole nation, including 20,000 villages and 5,000 towns and cities, since the service's inception last year. He stated that Airtel has been providing internet access to rural and isolated areas with funding from the Universal Services Obligation Fund, and that satellite technology now makes it possible to connect the entire nation."The OneWeb constellation is prepared to serve both the nation and the world. From next month onwards, everybody, anywhere in the nation, including isolated or challenging regions, will be able to connect," Mittal stated. After merging with Eutelsat, OneWeb will now do business as Eutelsat OneWeb, with its main office located in London.Holding the largest share of 21.2% in the combined company is Bharti Enterprises. OneWeb, sponsored by Bharti Enterprise, has finished assembling its constellation of more than 618 low-Earth orbit satellites, enabling it to provide broadband internet services globally from space. [caption id="attachment_4537" align="alignnone" width="300"] 1web Satellite Service Ready To Connect All Parts Of The Country From Next Month : Mittal[/caption]
SRINAGAR : Today, as part of the Meri Maati Mera Desh Campaign, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha accepted the Amrit Kalash from all of the Kashmir Division's blocks and municipal bodies and gave the Amrit Kalash Yatra the green light to continue on to New Delhi via Jammu. Over 1.5 lakh special celebration activities were planned in J&K to commemorate the collection of Mitti and Rice from homes in all villages and urban wards from September 11th to September 30th, 2023. On this auspicious occasion, the Lieutenant Governor dedicated 4605 Shilaphalakams and 3952 Amrit Vatikas throughout the University of Technology to honour the memories of notable individuals who gave their lives and made priceless contributions to the advancement and prosperity of Jammu Kashmir."Meri Maati Mera Desh is a time to honour the bravery and selfless sacrifice made by freedom warriors. The Lt Governor stated in his speech that "the sacred flame of their selfless sacrifice and contribution of our charismatic forefathers in development will illuminate our journey of Amrit Kaal." It is a representation representing the dreams and ambitions of the average person in J&K, Utah, not an actual event. According to him, it's also a wake-up call to a new J&K that is advancing with a fresh sense of purpose and determination.The Lieutenant Governor urged cooperation in achieving the goal of a developed India while delivering the "Panch Pran" commitment to the populace. Through Panch Pran, Hon. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji has opened our eyes to a new direction. "These five Pran will guide us in Amrit Kaal," he said. "Goal of developed India is to remove any trace of colonial mindset, take pride in our roots, unity and sense of duty among citizens." According to the Lieutenant Governor, Meri Maati Mera Desh is also a representation of renewed commitment, a chance for group introspection, and a fresh start for team J&K.He stated, "I am convinced that the campaign will create new strength and new confidence in the development journey of J&K UT." We will have to commit every moment of our life to nation building. To commemorate the event, the Lieutenant Governor also planted a sapling of Picea smithiana, or Himalayan spruce. The following people were in attendance: Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, Secretary of the Tourism Department; Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to the Lieutenant Governor; Junaid Azim Mattu, Mayor of SMC; Aftab Malik, Chairman, DDC Srinagar; DDC Chairpersons; members of PRIs; ULBs; and senior officers from Civil Administration, Police, and Security Forces. [caption id="attachment_4513" align="alignnone" width="300"] LG Sinha receives Amrit Kalash from all Blocks and Municipal bodies of Kashmir Division[/caption]
JAMMU: According to a defence official, the Border Roads Organisation made progress on the 260-meter Kandi tunnel on the Jammu-Poonch national highway on Wednesday. According to the spokesperson, despite challenging weather conditions such as heavy rainfall and landslides over the whole road stretch, the tunnel work, which started in March, has made exceptional progress. According to him, the first of the four tunnels has made progress towards its breakthrough, marking an important turning point in the ongoing "project Sampark" on the NH 144A Akhnoor-Poonch highway. It arrived ahead of schedule, showcasing the extraordinary know-how and tenacity of the BRO.According to the spokesman, the important project has been broken up into eight packages, and the BRO is significantly improving the road's vertical and horizontal profiles. Brigadier Tejpal Singh, Chief Engineer, Project Sampark, was present to witness this historic event. "Package 1 should be finished by June of the following year. After construction is finished, the tunnel will shorten the road by 2.5 kilometres, increasing connection and enabling quicker travel between Akhnoor and Poonch, according to the spokesperson. Additionally, he claimed that by facilitating faster and more seamless travel between Jammu and Poonch, this tunnel will be crucial in improving strategic connectivity for the military forces. "The BRO is committed to the timely and successful execution of all projects undertaken, and this achievement is a testament to its dedication to improving transport infrastructure and serving the nation," a spokeswoman stated. [caption id="attachment_4474" align="alignnone" width="300"] BRO achieves breakthrough of Kandi tunnel on Jmu-Poonch hwy[/caption]
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