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CBI Charges Nine in Attempted Sabotage of IT Department’s ‘Faceless Assessment Scheme’

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1 year ago

February 7, 2025

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed charges against nine individuals, including a deputy commissioner and two income tax inspectors, as well as five Chartered Accountants. They stand accused of attempting to undermine the ‘Faceless Scheme of Assessment’ introduced by the Union government, according to sources from the agency on Thursday.On the same day, the CBI conducted searches at 18 locations nationwide, including cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Thane, West Champaran (Bihar), Bengaluru, and Kottayam (Kerala), as part of the ongoing investigation.

During these searches, CBI officials discovered incriminating documents, evidence of illicit payments, and various digital forms of evidence related to the case.

Recently, the government has implemented several forward-thinking reforms in Direct Tax administration aimed at benefiting taxpayers and boosting the economy. One significant reform is the ‘Faceless Scheme of Assessment,’ which eliminates direct interactions between taxpayers and tax officials, ensuring anonymity for the appellate officers involved.

However, a group of Chartered Accountants, allegedly working in concert with certain income tax officials, manipulated this system by unlawfully revealing the identities of the officers responsible for specific assessments.

Investigators have indicated that the accused misused sensitive income tax information related to pending assessments, appeals, or substantial refund cases to solicit financial benefits from the affected taxpayers or their Chartered Accountants.

Ongoing investigations are currently being pursued in this matter, according to agency officials.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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1 day ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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3 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.