Tue, Apr 16, 2024
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took a jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his recent ‘pachtaega’ remark on the Electoral Bonds scheme and said that “ye Hindustan ka sabse bada haftebaazi ka scheme hai.”
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Fri, Mar 15, 2024
The Election Commission reveals Future Gaming and Hotel Services Private Limited, led by Santiago Martin, as the highest donor of electoral bonds, contributing Rs 1368 crore between 2019 and 2024. However, the company is under scrutiny by the Enforcement Directorate for alleged violations of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), related to lottery sales from the government of Sikkim in Kerala.
Tue, Mar 05, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has kickstarted a donation drive for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, urging citizens to contribute through the NaMoApp. His Rs 2,000 donation sets the tone for transparent electoral funding, following the recent Supreme Court verdict on the Electoral Bonds scheme.
Thu, Feb 15, 2024
In a historic verdict, the Supreme Court of India declares the electoral bond scheme unconstitutional, citing violations of citizens' right to information. Led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, the five-judge bench emphasizes transparency in political funding and directs the State Bank of India to cease bond issuance immediately. The judgment highlights concerns over potential influence on policy decisions and underscores the need for transparent funding methods in Indian politics.
SC decision on Electoral Bond Scheme - Supreme Court canceled the Electoral Bond Scheme - Amendments made to electoral bonds declared unconstitutional - SC also declared the amendment in the Companies Act unconstitutional - Information about funding of political parties is necessary - Voters It is important to know about funding - Electoral Bonds Violation of Right to Information - Donations cannot be hidden through companies - Secrecy of funding under the pretext of security is not right - All political donations do not necessarily mean policy changes - Electoral Bonds are not the only means to stop Black Money.
Mon, Jul 03, 2023
The government has given its nod to the issuance of the 27th tranche of electoral bonds, which will be sold from July 3-12. This development comes prior to the assembly elections of Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and Mizoram.
Tue, Nov 08, 2022
Electoral Bond scheme: You can take advantage of tax exemption by buying Electoral Bonds. Income tax exemption is available for donations to political parties.
Thu, Feb 22, 2018
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley during his Budget speech in February 2017, announced the introduction of the bonds
Tue, Jan 02, 2018
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley announced the introduction of these bonds during his Budget speech in February 2017
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