Ngo Funding
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CBI accuses environmental lawyer Ritwick Dutta of targeting Adani Group
The actions of Dutta and his NGO hurt the economic interests of India, the central agency has alleged in a case of alleged violation of foreign funds.
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CBI books environmental lawyer Ritwick Dutta, his NGO for alleged foreign funding violations
The Centre alleged that the NGO, LIFE, was receiving funds from US-based non-profits to ‘take down’ India’s existing and proposed coal projects.
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CBI registers FIR against Oxfam India for alleged foreign funding violations
Searches were also conducted at the non-governmental organisation’s office in Delhi on Wednesday.
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Trending
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Pro-BJP accounts lead social media attacks on CJI Chandrachud, researchers show
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Delhi HC denies bail to Manish Sisodia in liquor policy case, says allegations are ‘very serious’
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Readers’ comments: Freedom to choose religion is constitutional, but does not include missionaries
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Reading list for young readers: The 12 books shortlisted for the 2023 Neev Book Awards
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Protesting wrestlers say they will immerse medals in Ganga today, begin hunger strike
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Centre recommends CBI probe against Oxfam India for alleged foreign funding violations
A survey by the Income Tax Department showed the organisation to be a probable instrument of foreign policy, officials said.
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Strict action will be taken against NGOs seeking to change country’s demography, says Amit Shah
While there are some NGOs that want to make India healthier, some seek to cause damage to society, said the home minister.
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Amazon India head summoned by child rights body over alleged funding to religious organisation
A non governmental organisation has alleged that All India Mission was involved in ‘unlawful practices’ by ‘illegally converting children’ in the country.
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Video
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Video: Watch this breakdancer’s amazing performance in sari and high heels
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Watch: Slain singer Sidhu Moose Wala’s fans hold candlelight march on his first death anniversary
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Watch: Dancers continue unfazed as climate activists barge into Swedish dance show to disrupt it
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From discarded tents to oxygen tanks: Alarming video reveals garbage pile up at Mt Everest campsite
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Watch: Post-midnight celebrations by CSK fans across India as team wins fifth IPL title
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Home ministry removes data on NGO licenses, funding deleted from FCRA website: Report
An official said the information on contributions from foreign entities was considered ‘unnecessary’ and therefore restricted for public viewing.
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How the Supreme Court ruling on foreign contributions affects Indian nonprofits
If the government wants to discourage foreign contributions, it should start taking meaningful steps to encourage domestic charity.
Sanjay Agarwal
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Centre cancels foreign fund licence of NGO Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative
The organisation had violated the FCRA Act by failing to provide details about some projects for which it received the funds, the home ministry alleged.
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The Reel
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‘Chitrakut’ review: A wandering tour of complicated relationships
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Start the week with a film: The documentary ‘Tina’ is a tribute to an irrepressible spirit
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‘Citadel’ review: Secrets, lies and banality
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‘City of Dreams’ season 3 review: Political drama is running out of ways to deliver the shocks
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‘Jogira Sara Ra Ra’ review: Funny in bits and bobs
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Trial by Covid: Despite the challenges for the nonprofit sector, six reasons for optimism
The sector is faced with uncertain finances and draconian government regulation. But there is cause for hope.
Ingrid Srinath
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FCRA law: 15 international organisations condemn Centre’s move to freeze Amnesty India’s account
The central government’s actions ‘mimic that of authoritarian regimes’ that cannot take criticism and target those who speak out, the organisations said.
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NGOs getting foreign funds have 4 weeks to open accounts in any of 32 designated banks: Centre
MHA hopes the measure will bring more transparency and make procedural compliance easier.
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The Field
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Protesting wrestlers say they will immerse medals in Ganga today, begin hunger strike
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Watch: Winning moments as Chennai Super Kings clinch IPL 2023 title to become five-time champs
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Watch, French Open 2023: Carlos Alcaraz plays superb around-the-net shot in first-round win
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IPL 2023: After CSK’s fifth title, reactions of MS Dhoni, Stephen Fleming, Ambati Rayudu and more
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IPL 2023, list of award winners: Shubman Gill gets MVP, Orange Cap; Mohammed Shami wins Purple Cap