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  Delhi Municipal Corporation Elections 2022 were completed on 7th December 2022 with Aam Aadmi Party winning 134 Seats and gaining a simple majority, let us dive deep into the stats and issues on which this election was fought and see what we can expect from newly elected MCD. This was the 1st election after the re-unification of EDMC, SDMC, and NDMC. So let us look at all the events starting from the start and the results with setting up expectations from the councillors. History of Municipal Corporation Re-Unification of Municipal Corporation Key Issues Party Wise Promises Party Wise Performance Conclusion Task Ahead: Expectations History of Municipal Corporation The 74th Amendment Act defined the formation of an urban local government and its function. Three types of Municipalities : Nagar Panchayat – for an area in transition from rural to urban area. Municipal Council – for a smaller urban area. Municipal Corporation – for a larger Urban Area. Composition:  A ll member...

Goods and Services Tax (GST) is an indirect tax that is levied on the supply of goods and services in place of several indirect taxes. GST Act was passed in Parliament on 29th March 2017 and came into effect on from 1st July 2017. It is one Indirect Tax for the entire Country. Credit: Business Today The tax will be levied on goods or services during the point of sale only in GST. In the case of Inter-states sales, Tax can be levied as Central GST and State GST. BENEFITS OF GST 1) Easier Tax Compliance- Instead of paying many indirect taxes, businessmen needs to pay only one unified indirect tax. Businessmen now don't have to deal with several taxation laws and legal advice that will reduce their expenses and is beneficial for small business. 2) Transparency in the new system as it involves only one tax law that means only one department that will surely contribute to reducing corruption. 3) Reduction in price as the credit of input tax is available against o...

On 16th January 2016, Government Of India launched a scheme named as "Startup India" that will encourage the budding entrepreneurs to start their work with the help of government and guidance as well. In the starting phase, 18 states were registered for Startup India programme which now with time increases to 27 states and 3 Union Territories. Let us take a look at this programme and its implication and benefits for a younger generation. Photo by rawpixel.com from Pexels This programme was launched for improving the structure of the entrepreneur system & ease in starting a startup. Earlier when someone has to start their company, they have to raise funds and has to give taxes as per regular terms and conditions that result in failure of the startup or unable to expand their services due to financial and guidance restriction. Now in the modern time, the growth of Startup increases the potential growth of the country as well as increases the foreign investment and led...

Recently Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched GSAT 7A satellite from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. This satellite is a communication satellite and Indian Air Force will use it for their use. This satellite completely belongs to IAF and help them to communicate. In 2013, ISRO launched GSAT 7 for Indian Navy that provides an uninterrupted communication for Indian Navy and modifying need of the present time they launched the same device upgraded version for IAF. Credit: ABP News ISRO also launched GSAT 6 previously for the use of Central Forces of India ie. CRPF, CISF that were on duty at Naxal Affected areas or for normal communication. These types of Satellite enables the security forces to communicate with their bases without any interruption and all the information can be collected via a handheld device. GSAT 7A  GSAT 7A will connect all the Assets of IAF and IAF now have a network-centric warfare capability. These type of satellite wer...

"We have a responsibility to protect your data, and if we can't then we don't deserve to serve you," Zuckerberg said in a statement after the reports of Cambridge Analytica data use(mis).  Credit: CNBC.com Recently the documents and interviewing employees of Facebook it was disclosed that Facebook gave away several personal data of users to companies without permissions. Recent reports say that it permitted Amazon to obtain names & contact information of users and Microsoft's Bing to see names of user's friends without consent, Netflix & Spotify had access to your personal messages. Credit: Livemint In 2013, a Cambridge University researcher Aleksandr Kogan created a personality quiz app (thisisyourdigitallife) by which he gathered information about nearly 300000 people and because of the Facebook Privacy Norms in 2013, they got information about their friends without actual permission from them. Later Facebook enhances their Privacy po...

Results of Dope Tests conducted by World's Athletics Body (IAAF) and Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) came on Sunday, in shocking results total 5 Indian Athletes failed, including 3 Athletes those represented India in Jakarta Asian Games. Name of Athletes are as follows:- Pic Credit: English.manorama.online.com 1) Sanjivini Jadhav (5000m and 10000m) 2)Sandeep Kumar (Discus Throw)  3) Jhuma Khatun (1500m) 4) Naveen Chikara (Shot put) 5) Nirmala Sheoran (400m) Dope Test- It is a test carried out to determine, Is athletes taking performance enhancement drugs? Now you were wondering that how did they participated in Asian Games or allowed to participate? These tests were conducted during Inter-State Championship or you can say it Asian Games trails and their results came yesterday, that's why they were allowed. Two athletes were detained from SAI South Centre Bengaluru and other 2 were training at NIS, Patiala. Nirmala Sheoran is currently out of reach. Nationa...

If you complaining about polluters and Government officials were not listening or not taking actions against the polluters then complain about them in the Central Pollution Control Board. Supreme Court on Monday allows Prosecution of Government officials and agencies across India for inaction on pollution complaints. Pic Credit:  https://images.financialexpress.com This verdict came after CPCB petitioned in court saying officials should be penalized for not controlling air pollution.  Supreme Court benched by Justice Madan B Lokur and Justice Deepak Gupta agreed and pass a verdict that says Officials or agencies taking no action to prevent pollution should be punished under Section 15 of Environment Protection Act which provides for punishment up to five years in jail. After SC issued the order CPCB issued notices to companies and government officials as well. Pic Credit: Skymet CPCB told SC that they set up social media accounts for receiving complaint...

Mumbai Attack Revenge what does it mean?  Pic:  https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday Uncontrollable anger waiting to strike out fueled it. Revenge has only 3 goals: to consume, to corrupt, and also to ensnare. On the stretch of history, revenge has caused this downfall of empires, this deaths of innocents, and has struck fear to the people that were typical. Quite often, this revenge is triggered by rivalries. About possession of Kashmir, Pakistan and India have been quarreling for the last few decades. On Wednesday, for not giving the lands, Nov 26, 2008, terrorists from Pakistan wished to take revenge. This quest for vengeance unleashed a terror the citizens of Mumbai, India, won't ever forget.  Since the people were enjoying on the clear nighttime before Thanksgiving, the town of Mumbai was lit with lights. Their night wouldn't stay peaceful for long. By 11: 00 P.M., a group of armed terrorists entered this majestic Taj Mahal Hotel. In no time, th...

आओ चले अयोध्या , VHP (विश्व हिन्दू परिषद् ) द्वारा आयोजित धर्मसभा में शामिल होने के लिए हज़ारो शिवसैनिक पहले ही अयोध्या में दाखिल हो चुके थे  , ऐसे में पार्टी अध्यक्ष उद्धव ठाकरे ने सरकार से पूछा है की राम मंदिर कब बनेगा ? Pic :  https://m.hindustantimes.com आपको बता दे की सुप्रीम कोर्ट में राम मंदिर पर सुनवाई जनवरी तक टाले जाने के बाद भक्तो द्वारा अध्यादेश या फिर संसद में विधेयक द्वारा मंदिर का निर्माण करने का दवाव डाला जा रहा है। आकड़ो के मुताबिक 250000  से ज्यादा लोगो की आने की संभावना है। सरकार अब अपने ही वायदे पर घिर गयी है और अब लोगो का सब्र भी जवाब दे रहा है , कही ऐसा न हो की लोग खुद से ही मंदिर का निर्माण शुरू कर दे, रामदेव बाबा ने ऐसी चेतावनी पहले ही दे रखी है। Pic :  https://images.assettype.com 70000 से ज्यादा सुरक्षा बलों  की तैनाती करी  गयी है। ऐसे में सरकार का रुख जान लेना अच्छा होगा। जैसा की मैंने अपने पहले के पोस्ट में बताया था की भारत में राजनीती को समझाना  इतना  सरल नहीं है जितनी आपको लगती है , मायावती ने कहा है ...

The recent death of a tourist named John Allen Chau an American national was killed by a protected tribe named Sentinelese during entering into restricted island protected by Government of India. Sentinelese Tribe members shot him from 350ft yards right after he tried to enter their island. Andaman & Nicobar comprises around 300 islands and is known for its palm-lined, white sand beaches, mangroves, and tropical rainforests. Several Laws were made to protect these types of tribes that selected to live without modernization. Embed from Getty Images Who are Sentinelese people? Sentinelese Tribe is a tribe residing at North Sentinel Islands of Andaman and Nicobar Island, according to the 2011 census their population is estimated around 14-50 members. According to a recent counting it is estimated that there are 150 members of the tribe, They opted to live without the interference of the outer world. They are hunter and gatherers mainly survive on supplements from wi...

This post title is borrowed by Rajdeep Sardesai's tweet in which he uses a satire to attack current government for hijacking Media. As we all know media is the 4th pillar of the democracy and it is there task to aware the country men about the happening in the country although they have to be government critic, there main task is to check the work of government or questions  government about the schemes or the manifesto. They also has the task of spreading important news to the general public with full facts and analysis whether it is government friendly or not. In today's media a trend can be seen in which you can see that only positive side of government were shown and discussed or any debate on that topic which can be utilised by the party to attract voters. I personally don't like debate that were presented in our news channel as they don't have any "real" and agenda, They have a single point and repeat it with changes in pitch of the voice. A particul...

India's Vice-President V. Naidu is on his 3-days visit to Zimbabwe on his 2nd leg of Africa visit. This is the 1st high-level meeting from India to Zimbabwe in 21 years, Vice President started his tour by addressing  Indian Community in Harare. "India and Zimbabwe share a warm and friendly relation," said Vice President. Photo Credit: The Hindu Indian Community in Zimbabwe is quite small, consisting of 500 members only in which most of them where IT professionals or accountancy and banking sector. 6 Agreements where signed:- 1. Memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the field of arts, culture, heritage. 2. MoU on  Cooperation in the field of Traditional Systems of Medicine and Homeopathy. 3. MoU concerning cooperation and Collaboration on Broadcasting. 4.MoU  Concerning Cooperation in the fields of Geology, Mining, and Mineral Resources. 5. Agreement  on the Reciprocal Exemption of Visa Requirements for holders of Diplomatic Passports. 6. Action P...

A tragic accident on the eve of Dussehra that claims more than 60 life’s (official) as they were standing on the tracks and train passed over them. When the crowd was enjoying the firecracker show or “Raavan Dahan”, Two trains with speed over 91 Km/h crosses and claims the lives of many peoples. Embed from Getty Images Facts that you must know     1.   Nearly 5000 people were gathered around at Amritsar’s Dhobi Ghat Ground to celebrate Dussehra.     2.        The ground is 1.5 Acre in length which is not suitable for such a large event.     3.        Chief Guest Navjot Kaur Sidhu arrived at 6:15 pm although Event said to be as illegal.     4.        25 Foot Ravana was set on fire at 6:50 Pm. Loud Firecracker and better view caused the crowd to step back.     5.        The ground has a bounda...

Current controversy on Rafale deal intensifies as Indian National Congress blames Modi Government for expensive purchases of Rafale Aircraft. Controversy increases after Ex-Prez of France commented that Indian Govt asked them to nominate Anil Ambani’s Defence Reliance for the deal. Congress term this deal as the scam of the century. Anil Ambani threatened to sue Congress in the defamation case. Embed from Getty Images Allegation Indian National Congress (INC) blames Indian Govt that they purchased Aircraft at higher rates than INC decided and secured earlier. Also blames Modi Govt to provide the deal to Anil Ambani’s company by unfair means. INC led Deal In 2012, Dassault Rafale won the competition to serve India Air Force 126 + 63 Aircraft in which 18 Aircraft was fully built and developed by Dassault Aviation and remaining 108 will be built by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) under the license by Dassault Aviation. Let me tell you, only 18 Aircraft was fully...