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Paranur toll gate collection stands testimony to BJP model of corruption, says Madurai MP

Madurai MP Su. Venkatesan has expressed shock over the CAG report, which had said that 53% of the vehicles that passed the Paranur toll gate near Chennai belonged to VIPs

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Mizoram govt incurs ₹4.88 crore wasteful expenditure due to negligence: CAG

CAG slams Mizoram Govt for incurring ₹4.88cr "avoidable" expenditure on Darlak-Sihthiang road due to negligence. Road already connected by 11km Chuhvel-Sihthiang paved road funded by NABARD.

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Annamalai counters Stalin’s remarks on Modi

BJP TN Pres. Annamalai counters Stalin's corruption remarks, citing CAG report on cost escalations, not corruption.

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HOCKEY | Air Force rides on Kerketta’s hat-trick to beat Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu

. Indian Air Force (IAF) won 4-3 against Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu (HUTN) in 94th MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup. CAG outclassed PNB 6-2 & Hockey Karnataka held Indian Railways 1-1. IAF's Manip Kerketta's hat-trick & Ponnanna's save in last seconds secured win. CAG's organised play & Karnataka's defence earned them…

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All-India hockey tournament | Former champion Railways starts with a big win over Central Secretariat

Railways dominate opening day of MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup with 9-1 win; HUTN-CAG draw 1-1. Yuvraj Walmiki scores 4, Pratap Lakra 2 for Railways. HUTN's M. Dhanush and CAG's Abharan Sudev score for their teams.

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Needed, a well-crafted social security net for all

To have the fruits of growth trickle down while offering a sense of social security, policymakers in India must embrace policies that enable equitable growth

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Former A.P. Finance Minister Yanamala Ramakrishnudu seeks clarification on CAG’s findings on State’s fiscal position

Yanamala Ramakrishnudu seeks clarification from S.S. Rawat on CAG's findings of AP's financial position.

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Bharatmala project: Adani-led consortium, BJP donors, firm with BJP links get tenders in breach of norms

At least one Adani Transport-led consortium, one firm with alleged BJP links, and four companies that donated to the BJP have been awarded road construction projects under the first phase of the central government’s Bharatmala Pariyojana.

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Vinayak Raut ‘offers to make Gadkari PM if he joins INDIA’

Sena (UBT) leader Raut urges Gadkari to join INDIA bloc, claims UBT will strive to make him PM. Congress gives guarded reply, BJP laughs off statement. Raut alleges BJP central leadership plotting to end Gadkari's career. Claims CAG report part of conspiracy.

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Chennithala alleges corruption in K-FON Internet deal

Congress: Govt's move to give K-FON contract to Ishan Infotech, linked to PM Modi, proof of 'understanding' between CPI(M) and BJP. CAG report shows Chief Minister excelled in 'systematic corruption'. Allegations against CM's daughter raised by quasi-judicial tribunal. CPI(M) State sec. defends CM's actions.

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Mallikarjun Kharge cites CAG report to slam ‘lies’ about UDAN scheme

The UDAN scheme was launched in October 2016 to provide air connectivity to tier-2 and tier-3 cities and towns at an affordable cost. In a post on social media, Mallikarjun Kharge said that the Modi government’s promise of enabling the common people to travel by air has not been fulfilled…

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CAG report on Dwarka Expressway ‘erroneous’, says Highways Ministry official

The Comptroller and Auditor General’s (CAG) findings of a 13-fold cost hike in the construction of the Dwarka Expressway is erroneous, said a senior official of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, adding that the project was awarded after a “transparent” bidding process.

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Congress questions PM’s silence over CAG reports that flag irregularities

At a press conference at the party headquarters, Supriya Shrinate, Congress chairperson for social media and digital platforms, listed seven instances in which the CAG had pointed out cost escalation of public projects and waste of public money.

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CAG expresses concern over TS utilising borrowed amounts for repayment of public debt

CAG expresses concern over State govt utilising borrowed funds for repayment of public debt in 2021-22. Revenue deficit of ₹9,335 crore incurred, with borrowings of ₹46,995 crore partly utilised for capital expenditure. Revenue receipts of ₹1.27 lakh crore spent on committed expenditure. Loans totalling ₹45,716 crore raised from open market,…

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KASP issues: CAG report puts State Health Agency in the dock

Kerala's Ayushman Bharat-Karunya Arogya Suraksha Padhati (KASP) health insurance scheme has been a major fiscal disaster, with cost overruns and overdue claims. CAG audit report reveals how the State Health Agency (SHA) has been running the scheme with no checks and balances, resulting in frauds and unauthorised payments. SHA failed…

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Health Ministry defends PMJAY as CAG audit exposes multiple frauds

The Health Ministry said that the scheme only used mobile numbers to reach out to the beneficiaries in case of any need and for collecting feedback regarding the treatment, rather than for any verification purposes.

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CAG expresses concern over Telangana Government utilising borrowed amounts for repayment of public debt

The CAG said the extent to which the fiscal deficit, as represented by borrowed funds, had been channelised towards the creation of capital assets was an indicator of prudent financial management. The borrowings of Rs. 46,995 crore in the year was partly utilised to meet the capital expenditure of Rs.…

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Tamil Nadu’s Own Tax Revenue grew marginally in Q1, FY24

Tamil Nadu’s Own Tax Revenue grew marginally to ₹34,311.23 crore in April-June 2023 from ₹33,923.04 crore in the same period last year, according to the provisional figures from the Comptroller and Auditor-General (CAG).

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T.N. coastal authority proposes regional coordination units

TNSCZMA plans to set up 5 regional units to monitor CRZ violations & increase scrutiny fee to fund resources. Units to cover 14 districts & submit periodical reports. Proposal follows AG & CAG reports on lack of monitoring & enforcement actions.

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Need to develop new techniques to audit 'Blue Economy': CAG Girish Chandra Murmu

Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) Girish Chandra Murmu on June 12 said that Supreme Audit Institutions should develop new techniques and capabilities to audit marine life or the Blue Economy to ensure sustainable development.

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Government sources dismiss Congress graft charge in Railways

Dismissing the Congress’ allegation of misuse of funds meant for railway safety on crockery, furniture and foot massagers, government sources on Saturday said these were provided in the rooms of train drivers who spend long hours on duty.

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Who is Girish Chandra Murmu, CAG and trusted aide of PM Modi since Gujarat days?

Girish Chandra Murmu, current Comptroller and Auditor General of India and ex-Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, has been a key aide to Narendra Modi since his time as Chief Minister of Gujarat

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‘Casual attitude to safety’: After Odisha accident, editorials demand accountability from railways

In the wake of the horrific train accident in Odisha, multiple newspapers published editorials on lessons that need to be learned – and why the railways must prioritise safety.

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#BalasoreTrainTragedy: Kharge writes to PM Modi, asks 'Why were grave red flags ignored'?

Kharge said the latest audit report of CAG makes a special mention of how between 2017-18 and 2020-21, about seven out of 10 train accidents happened due to derailment. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Congress demands Rail Minister’s resignation, alleges Centre prioritised PR of Vande Bharat trains over rail safety

Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Centre of not implementing the suggestions for track renewals as reason for Odisha train accident.

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