permit raj

A special court permitted businessman Raj Kundra, accused in a money laundering case, to travel abroad for business between June and July. Despite the Enforcement Directorate's opposition, the court noted the cancellation of his Look Out Circular and the fundamental right to travel. Kundra must deposit security, provide an itinerary, and report upon return.

A special court granted businessman Raj Kundra permission to travel abroad for business between June and July, rejecting the Enforcement Directorate's objections. The judge cited the cancellation of a Look Out Circular and the fundamental right to travel, while imposing conditions including a security deposit and reporting requirements.

The Centre has ordered the historic Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its 27.3-acre Lutyens' Delhi premises by June 5, citing urgent need for defence infrastructure and public security. This move, stemming from governance disputes and alleged mismanagement, has shocked members and sparked debate over elite colonial clubs on prime government land.

17 proposals on meeting’s agenda

India's push for 'Jan Vishwas' faces a stark contradiction as authorities increasingly use stringent NDPS and BNS laws against licensed pharmaceutical stockists. Despite clear regulations under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, businesses dealing in common cough syrups are being prosecuted, blurring lines between regulation and criminality. This trend risks eroding trust and undermining the rule of law.

The states seem to have gotten their way and will continue with the old ‘permit raj’ system, undermining one the biggest gains of GST.