VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Indian cities that were renamed and why At just 17, this Indiana teenager turned her own childhood health struggles into a mission to help people experiencing homelessness, she has now raised $6,800 and distributed 100 blessing bags Trump official on 175,000 visa revocations; ‘All we ask is a couple of things…’ Chhattisgarh Congress leader Ramgopal Agrawal (Photo: Agencies) NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Ramgopal Agarwal, former treasurer of the Congress in Chhattisgarh, in an ongoing money laundering investigation in the Rs 3,000 crore liquor scam in the state. The agency said a substantial part of the proceeds of crime, generated in cash, was delivered to Agrawal in his capacity as the then Treasurer of the Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee.Agrawal, who was lodged as an undertrial in the Central Jail, Raipur, was arrested on Tuesday and has been remanded to ED custody for seven days. He is accused of criminal conspiracy, cheating, forgery and corruption in the excise administration of Chhattisgarh during 2019 to 2023.“Investigation revealed that a syndicate comprising Anil Tuteja (retd IAS), Anwar Dhebar and Arun Pati Tripathi (an Indian Telecom Service officer) orchestrated a large-scale scam in the state’s liquor trade and generated proceeds of crime of Rs 3,000 crore through illegal commission on liquor sales, unaccounted country liquor sale, commission collected from distillers and from foreign liquor companies and against the grant of FL-10A licences,” ED said.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe agency further said that “statements recorded of the persons who handled and moved the cash have revealed that the cash was delivered, at the instance of Ramgopal Agrawal and through handlers of the syndicate, at Rajiv Bhawan, Raipur, the then office of the Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee”.Agarwal was summoned for questioning earlier, and in his statement subsequently recorded, he gave evasive replies, the agency said.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRijiju slams opposition over parliament chaos, says ‘running away from debate’Explained: Why Amritpal Singh’s Party Fielded Son of Indira Gandhi’s Assassin In Punjab Elections?Prashant Kishor Promises Jobs For 10,000 Bankipur Youths After Ending BJP’s 30-Year Hold | WatchIndia’s Map Move Rattles China: What Naming 27 Places In Arunachal Means?Air India Phuket-Delhi Pilot’s Confirmatory Dope Test Reportedly Positive For Marijuana, Sources SayTamil Nadu Assembly Passes Anti-NEET Resolution As DMK, AIADMK And PMK Back Abolition DemandDelhi CM Fumes, Rekha Gupta Slams AAP MLA Over Viral Video; Eight AAP MLAs Marshalled OutKashmiri Pandit Employees Sent On Leave After Lashkar-Linked Threat Letter‘Amit Shah Jawab Do’ Vs ‘Rahul Gandhi Bhaago Mat’: NDA, Oppn Face-Off In Parliament’Booked Hotel Room, Strangled Daughters’: Inside Bengaluru Murder Shocker123PhotostoriesThe science behind coriander leaves turning black in the refrigerator and 4 easy hacks to keep them fresh for long8 Indian dinners with over 30g protein that don’t require protein powderThe quiet side of Sundar Pichai: 7 things about the Google CEO that have little to do with GoogleInside Jannat Zubair’s opulent Mumbai home: From massive living room, royal interiors and more7 giant dog breeds that are gentle and friendly with kids10 simple ways to leave your comfort zone without disrupting your life and enjoy it moreFrom Kaziranga to Bandipur: Indian forests every elephant lover should know this World Elephant Day7 signs the chemistry is real, but the relationship may not work9 of the most expensive ingredients grown in India6 common mistakes to avoid with pakodas and how to make them crispier123Hot PicksInternational Youth DayMHT-CET CAP round seat allotmentSlovenia Indian embassyJharkhand protestN ChandrasekaranNEET PG 2026 city slipIran warSBI Clerk RecruitmentUP scholarshipTop TrendingChennai AirportNagpur Rape CaseAir India Phuket-Delhi FlightMumbai Kurla LandslideBengaluru Missing TechieSpiceJet FlightTelangana AccidentAbhijeet DipkeWeather TomorrowShakeel Noorani Hours after Gautam Gambhir’s visit to Galle, lawn mower hits the pitch Parliament flags uranium shortfall: Why domestic mining matters Yash and Radhika Pandit celebrate 10 years of engagement; ‘Toxic’ stars’ wife says, ‘You will always be my favourite YES’ Perseid Meteor Shower 2026: When and where to see the magical display | Daily Numerology, August 12, 2026: Mulank 4 faces unexpected workplace tasks! How staying systematic prevents supply delays today Meet Rana, the rare Chester Zoo piglet that was about the size of a ‘grapefruit’ at birth and belongs to one of the world’s strangest wild pig species 465 Soviet gold bars sank with a British warship in 1942. Nearly 40 years later, divers found the wreck 800 feet below the ocean’s surface in a daring salvage mission RSS-affiliated Swadeshi Jagran Manch has called for a boycott of American products NEW DELHI: From Russian oil to Pepsi, Coke and social media, the Swadeshi Jagaran Manch has sought to turn the latest US tariff threat into a wider “swadeshi” campaign, calling on Indians to boycott American products and platforms and asking the Centre to stay firm in trade negotiations with Washington.The RSS-affiliated economic body reacted to legislation passed by the US Senate that, according to SJM, would empower the American President to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries making significant purchases of Russian oil. It said the move amounted to an attempt to dictate India’s energy choices.“No country has the right to dictate India’s energy security and sovereign trade policy,” SJM national co-convenor Ashwani Mahajan said, adding that India’s Russian crude purchases were driven by price, availability, supply diversification and consumer interests.SJM said the proposed measure assumed greater significance with India and the US engaged in negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement, arguing that talks “cannot be conducted on gun point”.It also urged the Centre to reconsider two recent policy moves which it claimed favoured US companies — changes allowing FDI e-commerce entities greater flexibility over inventory for exports and an amendment enabling merchant discount rate on certain UPI transactions.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesGoing further, SJM called for a ban on US tech and social media companies if Washington pursued what it termed “unilateral economic coercion”. It asked citizens to begin by boycotting Pepsi, Coke and US-owned social media and e-commerce platforms, saying the campaign could be expanded if American actions continued.The organisation asked the government to reject any attempt to link tariffs with India’s oil purchases and not compromise on agriculture, dairy, energy security or strategic autonomy during trade negotiations.SJM maintained that access to the US market should not be used to force third countries to alter their energy sourcing decisions.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorManash Pratim GohainManash Pratim Gohain is a seasoned journalist with over two decades at The Times of India, where he has built a rich body of work spanning education policy, politics, and governance. Renowned for his incisive coverage of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, accreditation reforms, and skilling initiatives, he has also reported on student politics, urban policy, and social movements. His political reportage—both reflective and news-driven—adds depth to his writing, bridging policy with public impact. Through his 2,500 articles and related outlets, he has emerged as a trusted voice in national discourse, particularly in linking education reform to broader societal change.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRijiju slams opposition over parliament chaos, says ‘running away from debate’Explained: Why Amritpal Singh’s Party Fielded Son of Indira Gandhi’s Assassin In Punjab Elections?Prashant Kishor Promises Jobs For 10,000 Bankipur Youths After Ending BJP’s 30-Year Hold | WatchIndia’s Map Move Rattles China: What Naming 27 Places In Arunachal Means?Air India Phuket-Delhi Pilot’s Confirmatory Dope Test Reportedly Positive For Marijuana, Sources SayTamil Nadu Assembly Passes Anti-NEET Resolution As DMK, AIADMK And PMK Back Abolition DemandDelhi CM Fumes, Rekha Gupta Slams AAP MLA Over Viral Video; Eight AAP MLAs Marshalled OutKashmiri Pandit Employees Sent On Leave After Lashkar-Linked Threat Letter‘Amit Shah Jawab Do’ Vs ‘Rahul Gandhi Bhaago Mat’: NDA, Oppn Face-Off In Parliament’Booked Hotel Room, Strangled Daughters’: Inside Bengaluru Murder Shocker123PhotostoriesThe science behind coriander leaves turning black in the refrigerator and 4 easy hacks to keep them fresh for long8 Indian dinners with over 30g protein that don’t require protein powderThe quiet side of Sundar Pichai: 7 things about the Google CEO that have little to do with GoogleInside Jannat Zubair’s opulent Mumbai home: From massive living room, royal interiors and more7 giant dog breeds that are gentle and friendly with kids10 simple ways to leave your comfort zone without disrupting your life and enjoy it moreFrom Kaziranga to Bandipur: Indian forests every elephant lover should know this World Elephant Day7 signs the chemistry is real, but the relationship may not work9 of the most expensive ingredients grown in India6 common mistakes to avoid with pakodas and how to make them crispier123Hot PicksInternational Youth DayMHT-CET CAP round seat allotmentSlovenia Indian embassyJharkhand protestN ChandrasekaranNEET PG 2026 city slipIran warSBI Clerk RecruitmentUP scholarshipTop TrendingChennai AirportNagpur Rape CaseAir India Phuket-Delhi FlightMumbai Kurla LandslideBengaluru Missing TechieSpiceJet FlightTelangana AccidentAbhijeet DipkeWeather TomorrowShakeel Noorani Nayanthara seeks blessings at Siddhivinayak temple with Vignesh Shivan and twin sons amid Mumbai shoot How 11-Year-Old Sharvaanica AS moved up an age group and conquered the chess world again as a FIDE Woman Candidate Master FIFA president ‘offered to fulfil Mexico’s wish to switch confederations’ in return for election vote: Report Trump endorsement delivers mixed results in Republican primaries Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke on Solapur school roof collapse NEW DELHI: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has questioned whether the lives of children from disadvantaged backgrounds are valued any less than those of politicians’ children after a school slab collapsed in Solapur, Maharashtra, injuring 13 students.“Are the lives of these kids any less valuable than those of politicians’ kids?” Dipke asked in an X post, highlighting what he described as a disparity in safety standards between schools attended by underprivileged children and those accessible to the privileged.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe slab collapsed at a Kannada-medium school run by the Solapur Zilla Parishad on Monday, as per reports.Students were hospitalisedThe slab suddenly gave way while students were present, with debris falling directly on them and triggering panic on the school premises. Teachers and local residents rushed to rescue the children, while district council officials reached the spot with an ambulance.The 13 injured students were taken to hospital for treatment. In the videos being circulated, several children can be seen with bandages on their heads.The incident has raised questions over the condition of the school building and why classes were being conducted in a structure reportedly in poor condition.Dipke also questioned why children from disadvantaged backgrounds continue to be exposed to unsafe infrastructure, while such lapses are rarely seen in institutions attended by children of influential people.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosExplained: Why Amritpal Singh’s Party Fielded Son of Indira Gandhi’s Assassin In Punjab Elections?Prashant Kishor Promises Jobs For 10,000 Bankipur Youths After Ending BJP’s 30-Year Hold | WatchIndia’s Map Move Rattles China: What Naming 27 Places In Arunachal Means?Air India Phuket-Delhi Pilot’s Confirmatory Dope Test Reportedly Positive For Marijuana, Sources SayTamil Nadu Assembly Passes Anti-NEET Resolution As DMK, AIADMK And PMK Back Abolition DemandDelhi CM Fumes, Rekha Gupta Slams AAP MLA Over Viral Video; Eight AAP MLAs Marshalled OutKashmiri Pandit Employees Sent On Leave After Lashkar-Linked Threat Letter‘Amit Shah Jawab Do’ Vs ‘Rahul Gandhi Bhaago Mat’: NDA, Oppn Face-Off In Parliament’Booked Hotel Room, Strangled Daughters’: Inside Bengaluru Murder Shocker‘Ladakh Is Not Kaziranga’: Snow Leopard Safari Plan Sparks Debate123PhotostoriesThe science behind coriander leaves turning black in the refrigerator and 4 easy hacks to keep them fresh for long8 Indian dinners with over 30g protein that don’t require protein powderThe quiet side of Sundar Pichai: 7 things about the Google CEO that have little to do with GoogleInside Jannat Zubair’s opulent Mumbai home: From massive living room, royal interiors and more7 giant dog breeds that are gentle and friendly with kids10 simple ways to leave your comfort zone without disrupting your life and enjoy it moreFrom Kaziranga to Bandipur: Indian forests every elephant lover should know this World Elephant Day7 signs the chemistry is real, but the relationship may not work9 of the most expensive ingredients grown in India6 common mistakes to avoid with pakodas and how to make them crispier123Hot PicksInternational Youth DayMHT-CET CAP round seat allotmentSlovenia Indian embassyJharkhand protestN ChandrasekaranNEET PG 2026 city slipIran warSBI Clerk RecruitmentUP scholarshipTop TrendingChennai AirportNagpur Rape CaseAir India Phuket-Delhi FlightMumbai Kurla LandslideBengaluru Missing TechieSpiceJet FlightTelangana AccidentAbhijeet DipkeWeather TomorrowShakeel Noorani Aug 12, 2026, 17:18 IST Check application dates and admission details When ‘Naatu Naatu’ singer Rahul Sipligunj met Rihanna at the Oscars and revealed what she told him, ‘We were too shy to ask for photo’ Your teenager sleeps till noon on weekends? Science explains why parents should stop calling it “laziness” Daily Numerology, August 12, 2026: Mulank 3 faces a learning or course offer! Why double-checking costs prevents money loss today ‘Jantar-Mantar Season 2 soon’: CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke hints at fresh protest plans New York woman pleads guilty to trafficking Indians from Canada, says she picked people from border and dropped them off inside US for profit CJP spokesperson interacts with media NEW DELHI: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Wednesday alleged that hall owners in Delhi were threatened with consequences if they allowed the party to hold a volunteers’ meeting, claiming the BJP was behind the pressure.”We were scheduled to hold our volunteers’ meet in Delhi today… We were looking for a hall, but no one would rent us one. Everyone kept saying there was pressure from above… We had managed to secure this hall with great difficulty. We even have the receipt for it. However, the owners received threats this morning,” he said.”They were told that if they allowed the CJP meeting to take place here, they would be hung upside down… All of this is being done by the BJP… Their actions and words clearly reveal that they are afraid of the country’s youth… If they think such petty actions will frighten us, they are sorely mistaken,” he added.He further claimed that the “Season 2″ of the Jantar Mantar protest would begin soon.”Many people were commenting on Instagram when Season 2 of ‘Jantar-Mantar’ will begin. I want to tell them that Season 2 of ‘Jantar-Mantar’ is going to start very soon,” he said.Earlier, he criticised police action against students and job aspirants protesting in Ranchi over alleged irregularities in Jharkhand recruitment examinations.He had condemned the use of lathis, water cannons and tear gas against protesters, drawing a comparison with the July 20 student protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, which was spearheaded by the CJP over the NEET paper leak issue.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelines”Brutality on students should not take place anywhere,” the 30-year-old activist had said.Thousands of job aspirants marched towards the Jharkhand assembly on Monday, breaching barricades and clashing with police. The police used water cannons and tear gas as protesters moved towards the assembly. Several protesters claimed they were injured, while Ranchi police said 14 personnel were injured.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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Here’s where it is visible Karnataka bandh 2026: What’s open and what’s closed on August 13 Noted Pakistani journalist makes big claim, cites ‘military sources’ FCRA amendment bill sent to JPC (Image: IANS) NEW DELHI: The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) Amendment Bill was formally referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on Wednesday after the Centre moved a motion to this effect in Parliament.Union minister Nityanand Rai moved the motion in the Lok Sabha after the House resumed proceedings following its morning adjournment. Watch Modi Govt Going Slow On FCRA Bill To Woo Stalin’s DMK, Sharad Pawar’s NCP-SP For Delimitation?”That the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, be referred to a Joint Committee of the Houses consisting of 21 Members of this House to be nominated by the Hon’ble Speaker, Lok Sabha, and 10 members of Rajya Sabha to be nominated by Hon’ble Chairman, Rajya Sabha,” the motion moved by the junior home minister stated.According to the Supplementary List of Business for the Lok Sabha, the proposed Joint Committee will comprise 31 members, including 21 from the Lok Sabha and 10 from the Rajya Sabha.The committee will examine the Bill in detail and submit its report to Parliament by the last day of the first week of the Winter Session in 2026.The motion also specified that one-third of the committee’s total membership would constitute the quorum for its meetings.While the government has moved to refer the Bill to a committee for review, the Congress has maintained its opposition to the legislation and called for its complete withdrawal. The Opposition has previously raised concerns that the proposed amendments could be used to target civil society and minority institutions.Congress MP KC Venugopal sought the withdrawal of the Bill, a demand that also received support from Samajwadi Party MP Akhilesh Yadav.In reply, parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju said the opposition should welcome the government’s decision to refer the Bill to a JPC, adding that it contained no provision targeting minority institutions.The FCRA regulates the receipt and use of foreign contributions by individuals, associations and organisations in India, with the aim of ensuring that such funds are used for the purposes for which they are received.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, was introduced in the Lok Sabha on March 25 and is currently under consideration by Parliament.The monsoon session of Parliament began on July 20 and is scheduled to conclude on August 13. Proceedings have been repeatedly disrupted by opposition protests over several issues, including Delhi Police action against protesters on July 20. Several Bills have been passed in the Lok Sabha amid opposition protests and limited debate.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosExplained: Why Amritpal Singh’s Party Fielded Son of Indira Gandhi’s Assassin In Punjab Elections?Prashant Kishor Promises Jobs For 10,000 Bankipur Youths After Ending BJP’s 30-Year Hold | WatchIndia’s Map Move Rattles China: What Naming 27 Places In Arunachal Means?Air India Phuket-Delhi Pilot’s Confirmatory Dope Test Reportedly Positive For Marijuana, Sources SayTamil Nadu Assembly Passes Anti-NEET Resolution As DMK, AIADMK And PMK Back Abolition DemandDelhi CM Fumes, Rekha Gupta Slams AAP MLA Over Viral Video; Eight AAP MLAs Marshalled OutKashmiri Pandit Employees Sent On Leave After Lashkar-Linked Threat Letter‘Amit Shah Jawab Do’ Vs ‘Rahul Gandhi Bhaago Mat’: NDA, Oppn Face-Off In Parliament’Booked Hotel Room, Strangled Daughters’: Inside Bengaluru Murder Shocker‘Ladakh Is Not Kaziranga’: Snow Leopard Safari Plan Sparks Debate123Photostories8 Indian dinners with over 30g protein that don’t require protein powderThe quiet side of Sundar Pichai: 7 things about the Google CEO that have little to do with GoogleInside Jannat Zubair’s opulent Mumbai home: From massive living room, royal interiors and more7 giant dog breeds that are gentle and friendly with kids10 simple ways to leave your comfort zone without disrupting your life and enjoy it moreFrom Kaziranga to Bandipur: Indian forests every elephant lover should know this World Elephant Day7 signs the chemistry is real, but the relationship may not work9 of the most expensive ingredients grown in India6 common mistakes to avoid with pakodas and how to make them crispierFrom Mumbai to Chennai: Indian cities that were renamed and why123Hot PicksInternational Youth DayMHT-CET CAP round seat allotmentSlovenia Indian embassyJharkhand protestN ChandrasekaranNEET PG 2026 city slipIran warSBI Clerk RecruitmentUP scholarshipTop TrendingChennai AirportNagpur Rape CaseAir India Phuket-Delhi FlightMumbai Kurla LandslideBengaluru Missing TechieSpiceJet FlightTelangana AccidentAbhijeet DipkeWeather TomorrowShakeel Noorani National Scholarship Portal launched for agriculture students; Rs 21.35 crore released Preity Zinta exudes elegance in Rs 42,500 fuchsia farshi salwar set for ‘Batwara 1947’ press tour Harsh Goenka breaks down Benne Dosa’s meteoric rise from a 12-seater to a Rs 350-crore brand Palmistry Reading: Check your Mount of Moon for this rare line—What it reveals about your hidden creativity, intuition, & dreams Scientists develop underwater glue that bonds in 10 seconds and gets stronger over time CPI data: Retail inflation moves up to 4.45% in July; stays above RBI’s target for second month Iran knew Trump’s hotel floor, targeted his aircraft during Nato summit: Report Union minister Kiren Rijiju said FCRA is must to monitor foreign funding. NEW DELHI: Union minister Kiren Rijiju Wednesday strongly criticised the opposition over what he called a “misleading campagin” against the foreign funding regulatory bill, which has now been sent to Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for deeper deliberations.Rijiju said India was not a “banana republic” and that there should be rules and regulations to spend foreign funds.The proposed legislation, aimed to manage the gap in the regulation of foregin fundings to NGOs and curb the proselytisation, was fiercely criticised the opposition that termed the bill “anti minority”. Watch Modi Govt Going Slow On FCRA Bill To Woo Stalin’s DMK, Sharad Pawar’s NCP-SP For Delimitation?The bill that intends to monitor the flow of foreign capital was referred by Lok Sabha to the the JPC, with the opposition, particularly the Congress, questioning how the “RSS is freely getting foreign contributions”.Akhilesh yadav said the government has never brought a bill that is not against minorities, possibley referring to Waqf and CAA bills.”None of the provision in FCRA Amendment bill targets minority institutions, oppn campaigning to mislead certain communities; India is not a ‘banana republic’ there should be rules and regulations to spend foreign funds”, Union parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju said in Lok Sabha.Bill sent to JPCEarlier, Union minister Nityanand Rai moved the motion in the Lok Sabha after the House resumed proceedings following its morning adjournment.”That the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, be referred to a Joint Committee of the Houses consisting of 21 Members of this House to be nominated by the Hon’ble Speaker, Lok Sabha, and 10 members of Rajya Sabha to be nominated by Hon’ble Chairman, Rajya Sabha,” the motion moved by the junior home minister stated.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesAccording to the Supplementary List of Business for the Lok Sabha, the proposed Joint Committee will comprise 31 members, including 21 from the Lok Sabha and 10 from the Rajya Sabha.The committee will examine the Bill in detail and submit its report to Parliament by the last day of the first week of the Winter Session in 2026.The motion also specified that one-third of the committee’s total membership would constitute the quorum for its meetings.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosExplained: Why Amritpal Singh’s Party Fielded Son of Indira Gandhi’s Assassin In Punjab Elections?Prashant Kishor Promises Jobs For 10,000 Bankipur Youths After Ending BJP’s 30-Year Hold | WatchIndia’s Map Move Rattles China: What Naming 27 Places In Arunachal Means?Air India Phuket-Delhi Pilot’s Confirmatory Dope Test Reportedly Positive For Marijuana, Sources SayTamil Nadu Assembly Passes Anti-NEET Resolution As DMK, AIADMK And PMK Back Abolition DemandDelhi CM Fumes, Rekha Gupta Slams AAP MLA Over Viral Video; Eight AAP MLAs Marshalled OutKashmiri Pandit Employees Sent On Leave After Lashkar-Linked Threat Letter‘Amit Shah Jawab Do’ Vs ‘Rahul Gandhi Bhaago Mat’: NDA, Oppn Face-Off In Parliament’Booked Hotel Room, Strangled Daughters’: Inside Bengaluru Murder Shocker‘Ladakh Is Not Kaziranga’: Snow Leopard Safari Plan Sparks Debate123Photostories8 Indian dinners with over 30g protein that don’t require protein powderThe quiet side of Sundar Pichai: 7 things about the Google CEO that have little to do with GoogleInside Jannat Zubair’s opulent Mumbai home: From massive living room, royal interiors and more7 giant dog breeds that are gentle and friendly with kids10 simple ways to leave your comfort zone without disrupting your life and enjoy it moreFrom Kaziranga to Bandipur: Indian forests every elephant lover should know this World Elephant Day7 signs the chemistry is real, but the relationship may not work9 of the most expensive ingredients grown in India6 common mistakes to avoid with pakodas and how to make them crispierFrom Mumbai to Chennai: Indian cities that were renamed and why123Hot PicksInternational Youth DayMHT-CET CAP round seat allotmentSlovenia Indian embassyJharkhand protestN ChandrasekaranNEET PG 2026 city slipIran warSBI Clerk RecruitmentUP scholarshipTop TrendingChennai AirportNagpur Rape CaseAir India Phuket-Delhi FlightMumbai Kurla LandslideBengaluru Missing TechieSpiceJet FlightTelangana AccidentAbhijeet DipkeWeather TomorrowShakeel Noorani Investing in mutual funds? 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NEW DELHI: A Lok Sabha inquiry committee on Wednesday indicted former Allahabad high court judge Yashwant Varma in the cash-at-home case, Live Law reported.The panel found Justice Varma’s explanation over the discovery of unaccounted cash at his official residence “evasive” and “unsatisfactory”.A large amount of unaccounted, partially burnt cash was found in the outhouse of Varma’s residence following a fire in March 2025. The discovery triggered public outrage and allegations of judicial corruption. Varma had denied any knowledge of the cash and rejected allegations of financial impropriety.After an in-house inquiry ordered by then Chief Justice of India indicted Varma, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla constituted a three-member panel headed by Supreme Court judge Aravind Kumar under the Judges (Inquiry) Act, following a motion backed by MPs from different political parties.Varma, however, resigned during the inquiry. It remains unclear whether Parliament will proceed with the committee’s findings, with some legal experts arguing that the Judges (Inquiry) Act can be invoked only against a serving judge.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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