governance

New Delhi, March 9 Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) K Sanjay Murthy said on Monday that autonomous institutions should use tools like the Risk-Control Maturity Scorecard (RCMS) to assess whether financial prudence is being followed.Addressing a workshop, organized with central...

Kolkata, March 9 The West Bengal government has submitted a report to the Centre, explaining the circumstances surrounding the alleged breach of protocol during President Droupadi Murmu’s recent visit to Siliguri, officials said on Monday.State Chief Secretary Nandini Chakraborty sent the...

New Delhi, March 9 The Congress on Monday criticized the government over the implementation of the new Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, saying that details were still being finalized, and this was a perfect example of the Modi government's "FAST" approach...

Chennai, March 9 – The AIADMK has accused the ruling DMK of large-scale corruption and administrative irregularities in the Madurai Corporation, with AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami announcing a statewide protest on March 12 demanding action against those allegedly involved.In...

Jammu, March 8 Jammu and Kashmir today finds itself at a crucial juncture, with the past five to six years witnessing transformative changes that have made the governance system more transparent and firmly focused on public service, Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said on Sunday.Addressing a gathering...

In Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today called on the Anti-Corruption Bureau to ensure that every decision, investigation, and prosecution stands firm under the scrutiny of the courts and to leverage the authority granted by the nation's Constitution to expose injustice...

Kolkata, March 8 West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday asserted that there was no breach of protocol at President Draupadi Murmu's programme in Siliguri, and said that the responsibility for any mismanagement at the event lay with its private organizers and the Airports Authority...

Jammu, March 8 Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said on Sunday that Jammu and Kashmir is no longer settling for mediocrity and is now daring to dream big.Lt. Governor Sinha inaugurated the headquarters of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) at Sidhra in Jammu city.He said at the inaugural function...

Jammu, March 8 Jammu and Kashmir today finds itself at a crucial turning point, with the past five to six years witnessing significant changes that have made the governance system more transparent and firmly focused on public service, Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said on Sunday.Addressing a...

New Delhi, March 8 The International Cricket Council's (ICC) three-day meeting from March 25 to 27 in Doha, Qatar, has been postponed due to the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran.According to an ICC source, the meeting has been rescheduled for next month in the same...

Gangtok, March 8 Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur and Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Sunday greeted women on the occasion of International Women's Day, and highlighted their dedication and contributions to society.Mathur said that women in the Himalayan state are playing a leading role...

New Delhi, March 8 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that as India progresses further, the aspirations and contributions of women will continue to guide India's collective journey towards a strong and prosperous nation.He also shared how women are now breaking away from stereotypes...

New Delhi, March 8 Amid multiple ongoing conflicts in the world, NHRC chairperson Justice V Ramasubramanian (retired) has called for a "complete overhaul" of the Paris Principles so that international standards can be set for better protection of human rights.In his remarks during a session –...

Kathmandu, March 8 – Balendra Shah, a rapper turned politician, and his Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) are set to form the next government in Nepal after securing a decisive victory in the general elections on Saturday, effectively ending the dominance of established parties in the politically...

New Delhi, March 7 In the backdrop of multiple ongoing conflicts in the world, NHRC chairperson Justice V Ramasubramanian (retired) on Saturday called for a "complete overhaul" of the Paris Principles so that international standards can be set for better protection of human rights.In his...

Kolkata, March 7 – Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah also launched a sharp attack on the West Bengal government and the ruling Trinamool Congress on Saturday over the controversy surrounding the change of venue for the 9th International Santal Conference...

Imphal, March 7 Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh said on Saturday that his cabinet discussed administrative measures aimed at strengthening governance and improving operational efficiency.The meeting was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Lossi Dikho, along with ministers Govindas...

New Delhi, March 7 Additional Solicitor General (ASG) Chetan Sharma said on Saturday that women are destined to hold prominent positions in the "Viksit Bharat" mission as India undergoes rapid transformation and society is blessed with many fearless women.Speaking at a full-day conference on...

Itanagar, March 7 Arunachal Pradesh Governor K T Parnaik on Saturday said that when women are supported, empowered, and given visibility, families become stronger, communities become more resilient, and society as a whole progresses.Extending his greetings to the women of the state on the eve...

Chennai, March 7 Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin met with Governor R N Ravi at Lok Bhavan here on Saturday.Lok Bhavan described the meeting as a "courtesy call."During the brief meeting, Stalin presented a miniature replica of the statue of Tamil sage Thiruvalluvar to Ravi, who is...