SC Cracks Down On Distribution Of Freebies During Polls; Seeks Replies from Centre, States And ECI
The PIL demanded comprehensive rules to prevent political parties from giving cash and other freebies at the cost of taxpayers.
Oct 06, 2023, 12:18 PM IST
CM Shivraj Hopes To Fight Anti-Incumbency In Debt-Ridden MP With Freebies, Read Details
Shivraj Singh Chouhan led-BJP government in Madhya Pradesh is launching various schemes and freebies to attract the voters even as the state has a debt of around Rs 3.5 lakh crore.
Jun 15, 2023, 13:37 PM IST
SC lists election freebies matter before 3-judge bench, urges early hearing
SC on Tuesday said a three-judge bench will hear a plea related to the freebies that political parties promise during election campaigns.
Nov 01, 2022, 15:48 PM IST
‘It can't regulate issues like freebies’: Congress’ Jairam Ramesh on ECI
In a letter, the Election Commission of India requested that all recognised national and state parties submit their comments on the proposed model code amendments by October 19.
Oct 28, 2022, 16:00 PM IST
Amid freebies debate, EC bans parties from distributing sarees, shirts during rallies
The Election Commission issued fresh set of instructions to restrict the freebies culture. The commission banned distribution of apparel like saree, shirts etc by a party or a candidate during rallies and campaigns. It also disallowed the use of educational institutions including their grounds for political campaigns and rallies.
Oct 12, 2022, 22:33 PM IST
DNA Exclusive: Analysis of the 'Economics' behind freebies announced by political parties
In today's DNA, Zee News' Rohit Ranjan will analyse the economics behind the freebies culture in Indian politics.
Oct 04, 2022, 23:54 PM IST
'EMPTY poll promises made by parties have FAR-REACHING ramifications': EC on freebies
EC on freebies: Election Commission has observed that the declarations made by political parties ahead of polls are quite routine and ambiguous and do not provide adequate information to the voters to exercise informed choice in an election.
Oct 04, 2022, 16:20 PM IST
Who really benefits form the freebie politics ?
Like Arvind Kejriwal, Rahul Gandhi has started giving free guarantees before the elections in Gujarat. The big question is, who gets the real benefit from this kind of politics?
Sep 06, 2022, 11:58 AM IST
After Kejriwal, Rahul Gandhi also Promises Freebies ahead of Gujarat polls
Like Arvind Kejriwal, Rahul Gandhi has started giving free guarantees before the elections in Gujarat. The big question is, who gets the real benefit from this kind of politics?
Sep 06, 2022, 11:52 AM IST
Rahul Gandhi Promises Freebies ahead of Gujarat polls
What will be the issue in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections? The question is whether Modi vs free politics will be an issue. On one side there is Prime Minister Modi who says that it will cause damage while on the other side there are some leaders who are promising to give freebies.
Sep 06, 2022, 09:54 AM IST
Gujarat politics: Gas cylinders at Rs 500 to loan waivers for farmers - Rahul Gandhi's promises at Congress rally
Gujarat politics: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi promised to focus on generating employement for 10 lakh youth in the state.
Sep 05, 2022, 15:45 PM IST
Ban of freebies? Supreme Court refers matter to three-judge bench, calls it COMPLEX issue
During the hearing, the top court stated that there can be no denying that in an electoral democracy, the true power lies with the electorate and the electorate judges the parties and candidates. The top court also directed the three-judge bench to review its 2013 order in this regard while describing the issues of freebies as a complex matter.
Aug 26, 2022, 11:12 AM IST
Ban on FREEBIES and 'Revadi' culture? Supreme Court to decide today
During the previous hearing, the Supreme Court made a strong observation on the culture of political parties announcing ''freebies'' during the election season to lure voters and said that it is causing a ''big loss to the country's economy.''
Aug 26, 2022, 07:32 AM IST
'IMPOSSIBLE': Dolo-650 tablet makers on its alleged Rs 1000 crore marketing budget
The Central Board for Direct Taxes has accused makers of the Dolo-650 tablet of distributing freebies worth Rs 1,000 crore to doctors as consideration for prescribing the tablet.
Aug 20, 2022, 11:42 AM IST
DNA: When will 'thug' bond of pharma company-doctors break?
DOLO...is a drug commonly prescribed for the treatment of fever. This fever medicine has not suddenly hit the tongue of every person in India. For this, Rs 1,000 crore was spent by the company.
Aug 20, 2022, 00:26 AM IST
DNA: Why Doctors' hearts swing On Dolo?
Today in DNA, we will talk about the drug DOLO, which has become the country's favorite snack during the Covid period. You must have noticed that during the Covid pandemic, only one medicine was advised to be taken for fever, that medicine was Dolo. All this did not happen suddenly, company had spent Rs 1,000 crore for this.
Aug 20, 2022, 00:04 AM IST
'Freebies' during poll campaigns: DMK approaches Supreme Court, pleads 'Welfare schemes secure economic justice...'
DMK told Supreme Court, "It is humbly submitted that the scope of a `freebie` is very wide and there are a lot of aspects which are to be considered. Only a welfare scheme introduced by a state government cannot be judged to be classified as a freebie."
Aug 17, 2022, 11:56 AM IST
Khabren Khatakhat: 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign begins from today
In the Segment Khabren Khatakhat, you will find the top headlines of the day. This segment is a part of Zee News' important bulletin which covers all the latest news stories.
Aug 13, 2022, 12:38 PM IST
DNA Exclusive: Analysing Public welfare schemes vs Freebies
In today’s DNA, Zee Media’s Rohit Ranjan made an analysis of whether promoting the freebies culture is a public service or a detrimental practice for the Indian economy.
Aug 11, 2022, 23:40 PM IST
Supreme Court will hear freebies case again on August 17
In the Segment Khabren Khatakhat, you will find the top headlines of the day. This segment is a part of Zee News' important bulletin which covers all the latest news stories.
Aug 11, 2022, 15:46 PM IST
