Data Protection Rules Within A Month: Minister

 

Centre Likely To Release Draft Data Protection Rules Within A Month: Minister

 

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Extract:

 

The government, under the leadership of Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, is set to unveil draft rules in line with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act within the upcoming month.

 

Minister Vaishnaw emphasized that the language of these rules will be designed to be easily comprehensible to the general public.

 

Notably, the legislation includes provisions granting the government the authority to exempt state agencies from certain aspects of the law, demonstrating a nuanced approach to data protection and governance.

 

This move marks a significant step towards ensuring data privacy and outlining clear guidelines for the handling of personal information in the digital realm.

 

With the increasing importance of data security in our interconnected world, the upcoming release of these draft rules presents a critical opportunity for stakeholders to provide feedback and shape the final framework of data protection regulations in the country.

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My Take:

 

New Legal Structure ?......06/04/2022

 

"The essence of the upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection Act aligns closely with the advocacy for a more contemporary legal framework in the digital space, as highlighted in my previous blog post.

 

The imminent release of these draft rules signifies a crucial step towards modernizing data governance in India, reflecting the evolving landscape of technology and the imperative for robust cybersecurity measures."

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Thank You, Rajeev Chandrasekharji,……21/02/2022

 

"As discussed in my earlier blog, the focus on data standards across various sectors and the implications on privacy underscore the ongoing dialogue surrounding data protection policies.

 

The upcoming draft rules present an opportunity to address ambiguities and lay down concrete provisions for the consent, anonymization, and secure handling of individual data, echoing the concerns raised by experts in the field."

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Call to Action:

 

To Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and stakeholders involved in shaping the draft rules for data protection, I urge active engagement with industry experts, privacy advocates, and the public to ensure that the upcoming regulations strike a balance between innovation and safeguarding personal data.

 

Embracing transparency and inclusive dialogue will be key in fostering a robust and comprehensive data governance framework that serves the interests of all stakeholders.

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With warm regards,

Hemen Parekh

 

www.My-Teacher.in

From facial recognition to QR code

 

From facial recognition to QR code: UPSC to revamp exam system after Puja Khedkar ‘fraud’ case

 

Extract:

 

The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) is set to overhaul its exam system to prevent impersonation, cheating, and fraud following the Puja Khedkar fraud case.

 

This decision comes after an incident where a trainee IAS officer allegedly used fake identity to appear in the civil services exam.

 

UPSC is now seeking tenders for biometric technologies, including facial recognition and QR codes, to tighten security measures during exams.

 

These new measures aim to enhance authentication and prevent malpractices in the examination process.

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My Take:

 

Mobile-Based Attendance System……….20/08/2022

 

Reflecting on the progression towards advanced biometric technologies in exam security by UPSC, I recall my previous blog post advocating for the use of mobile attendance systems to streamline processes.

 

The recent adoption of facial recognition systems for attendance in Andhra Pradesh echos the importance of leveraging modern technology for effective governance.

 

The shift from traditional methods to more sophisticated tools aligns with the need for enhanced security measures to tackle malpractices, mirroring the essence of my earlier suggestions for optimizing attendance monitoring systems.

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Data-Rich India: Nothing Can Beat This…….24/04/2017

 

Emphasizing the limitations of outdated biometric attendance systems in extracting meaningful data, the move by UPSC towards advanced biometric technologies signifies a crucial advancement in data collection and analysis.

 

By highlighting the necessity to evolve from archaic systems to more efficient ones, UPSC's initiative resonates with the call to modernize operational mechanisms for improved outcomes.

 

The transition towards facial recognition and QR code systems reflects a strategic approach to combatting fraud and enhancing exam integrity, underscoring the significance of data-driven decision-making.

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Call to Action:

 

To the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC): Implementing cutting-edge biometric technologies is a progressive step towards ensuring the integrity and credibility of exams.

 

I urge UPSC to continue exploring innovative solutions and evolving examination processes to stay ahead of fraudulent activities to maintain the sanctity of the civil services exams.

 

Keep up the momentum in adopting advanced security measures to uphold the reputation and fairness of the selection process for aspiring civil servants.

 

Hoping to spark positive changes and advancements in political nomination dynamics with the integration of modern technology and robust security measures.

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With regards, 

 

Hemen Parekh

 

www.My-Teacher.in

First Trillion Dollar

 

And India's first trillion-dollar state will be

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Extract:

 

The article highlights the projected growth of several Indian states to become trillion-dollar economies by the fiscal year 2039. Specifically, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Gujarat are expected to individually achieve this milestone, with the broader expectation of eight sub-national economies reaching the $1 trillion mark by the end of the year.

 

Furthermore, India's top five states are forecasted to hit the $1 trillion milestone by fiscal year 2023. This growth projection signals a significant economic transformation at the state level, indicating substantial progress and development in these regions.

 

Such ambitious targets showcase the potential economic prosperity and growth opportunities present in these states, paving the way for enhanced infrastructure, business investments, and job creation.

 

The focus on individual state economies reaching the $1 trillion mark underscores the decentralized growth trajectory of India, emphasizing the pivotal role of states in driving the nation's overall economic advancement.

 

This macroeconomic outlook sets a positive tone for the future of key Indian states and underscores the importance of local economic development within the broader national context.

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My Take:

 

New India – 2022…..

 

The idea presented in my previous blog about the reforms required to achieve a $5 trillion GDP aligns perfectly with the current article's projections for individual state economies reaching $1 trillion.

 

The emphasis on specific recommendations to attain ambitious economic goals resonates with the necessity for focused strategies and reforms at the state level.

 

By reflecting on past predictions and solutions, it becomes evident that proactive measures and targeted actions are essential to propel states like Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Gujarat towards trillion-dollar economies by fiscal year 2039.

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Maharera Cracks the Whip……03/01/2024

 

In the context of the projected economic growth of states like Maharashtra and Gujarat, the importance of regulatory measures to support industry development becomes paramount.

 

The call to break free from past legacies and adopt innovative approaches aligns with the dynamic economic landscape envisioned for these states.

 

As these regions aim for substantial targets in housing and economic output, regulatory frameworks, and policy interventions, akin to those implemented by Maharera, play a crucial role in ensuring sustainable growth and achieving ambitious milestones by the stipulated timelines.

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Call to Action:

 

To the policymakers and stakeholders involved in the economic development of Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Gujarat, I urge a strategic focus on implementation efficiency and policy coherence to facilitate the envisioned trillion-dollar economies.

 

By leveraging past learnings, fostering innovation, and ensuring regulatory alignment with growth objectives, these states can chart a sustainable path towards economic prosperity.

 

Let us collectively work towards transforming these projections into tangible realities that benefit the citizens and drive inclusive prosperity across the regions.

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With regards, 

 

Hemen Parekh

 

www.My-Teacher.in

A hope turns into despair

 

 

What was your hope ?

I was hoping that , someday soon , Government will introduce a transparent method of funding of political parties

 

How has it turned into despair ?

Look at the following news :

EC allows Shiv Sena (UBT) to accept public contributions ahead of assembly polls ..  HT .. 19 July 2024

Extract :

Months ahead of the Maharashtra assembly elections, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has provisionally authorised the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackery) to accept voluntary contributions from the public.

The move will allow the former chief minister Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) to issue certificates to donors for income tax exemptions. Under the provision, the ECI has advised the party to submit a contribution report of all donations greater than Rs.20,000.

Registration is not mandatory for a political party, but it is mandatory to avail tax benefits on funds raised, an official said.

This move comes ten days after the ECI provisionally allowed the Nationalist Congress Party – Sharadchandra Pawar (NCP-SP) to also accept voluntary contributions.

“After having considered your letter dated 10.07.2024, the ECI hereby authorises, on an interim basis, ‘ShivSena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray)’ to ‘accept any amount of contribution voluntarily offered to it by any person or company other than a Government company’,” ECI wrote on Thursday.

 

In this, what is there to despair about ?

In India we have hundreds of Political Parties. Having granted such ( interim ) permission to two parties, on what ground can ECI refuse similar permissions to ALL parties making such a request ?

But what is BAD about granting such requests ?

It will be “ back to square one “ / “ back to pre ELECTORAL BOND era “ – where a party need not report contributions which are LESS than Rs 20,000

Now expect some parties to receive 20,000 INSTANCES of contributions of Rs 19,900  !

Quid Pro Quo and CORRUPTION , back from the FRONT DOOR , right under the noses of :

Ø  Election Commission

Ø  Central Government

Ø  Supreme Court

I get a feeling that :

Ø  Political Parties are “ jumping with joy “

Ø  Election Commission is “ pleading helpless “

Ø  Central Government is “ feeling relieved “

Ø  Supreme Court is “ feeling cheated “

Ø  Public is “ resigning to accept corruption as a way of life “ ( notwithstanding recent repeated proclamations by our Dear well-meaning and hard-working Prime Minister )

 

OK , is there any way to turn this Despair into Hope , once again ?

 

Yes. If the new NDA government lives up to its oft-repeated promise to get rid of

corruption

By implementing my 7 YEAR old proposal , outlined in my following e-mail to our

Cabinet Ministers :

Ø  Transparency in Political Funding ? ………………… 06 July 2017

 

With regards,

Hemen Parekh

www.My-Teacher.in  /  19 July 2024

 

Related Readings :

 

Ø  Election Tax : alternative of Electoral Bonds  …………………. 06 Apr 2024

 

Ø  Gadkariji : an EB alternative for you ………………………………..23 Mar 2024

 

Ø   Make Me A Party…………………………….. [ 03 Oct 2017 ]

 

Ø    Electoral Bonds for Transparency ?.. [ 03 Jan 2018 ]

 

Ø    Don’t Disclose Donations …………………[ 04 Jan 2018 ]

 

Ø    Of Electoral Bondage ?................... [ 30 Mar 2019 ]

 

Ø    Please Hear and Read too……………….. [ 19 Mar 2021 ]

 

Ø    Thank You for “ Reading “/“ Asking “ [ 24 Mar 2021 ]

 

Ø    But what is info in “sealed cover“?.....[ 05 July 2021 ]

 

Ø    Electoral Bonds Fully Transparent ?  Not to Public……………  22 Nov 2022

 

 

Ø  An Alternative to Electoral Bonds ? .. …15 Feb 2024

 

 

 

 

 

The Skilling Wish-list

 

 

Context :

Offer Tax deductions for Skill development, proposes govt agency  ..  TOI  … 15 July 2024

Extract :

 

Several tax benefits for skilling have been proposed in the Budget by National Skill Development Corporation as the govt seeks to align it with formal education.
In its presentation to the finance ministry, the govt agency has proposed extending several benefits –

> deductions on tuition fees and interest on loans,

> exemptions for scholarships,

> lower tax rates for for-profit skilling institutions,

> exemptions to educational institutions to skilling programmes,

> ensuring tax exemptions for training institutes and

> enhanced deductions for skilling expenditures, apart from

> changes to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime

 

In the amendments sought under the direct tax laws, it proposed to add an explanation to clarify that 'education' includes skill development programmes and training conducted by training institutes, which will enable them to be eligible for seeking exemptions applicable to trusts.

"This will enable institutions to function at a lower cost and make the programme more affordable and of better quality as well as enhance access," said an official of NSDC. The proposal also sought deduction to individuals on donations made to training institutes providing skilling courses.

 

The skilling body and the skill development ministry have argued that govt has focused on education, providing a slew of incentives and exemptions to educational institutions, which significantly improved India's literacy ratio.

"These changes aim to align skilling with formal education, providing extensive tax benefits and incentives to skilling institutions, thereby making skilling more accessible and affordable," a senior official told TOI.

In line with provisions for not-for-profit universities and other educational institutions, it also proposed exemption from Income tax.

To boost its growth and expand its reach to its target trainees at affordable pricing, it is recommended lower tax rates for new skilling training centres.

Other recommendation includes extending deduction on tuition fees to skill training institutes, encouraging individuals to upskill/ reskill and easing financial burdens, interest on loans for vocational and skill development training will be eligible for tax deductions, promoting higher participation in skilling, and interest on loans for vocational and skill development training will be eligible for tax deductions, promoting higher participation in skilling. Tax exemption is also sought for scholarships for skill development courses.

 

Thank You, Smt Sonal Misraji

[ Joint Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship /  sonal.mishra@gov.in  ]

Thank you for incorporating my suggestions ( sent through following emails ) in your presentation to the Finance Minister . I hope that these will get accepted – and get announced in the Budget Speech on 23^rd inst .

With regards,

Hemen Parekh

www.My-Teacher.in  /  16 July 2024

 

Past   95  E Mails sent to Cabinet Ministers :

 

2013  ( 1 )

Rejoice You Jobless ! ………………………………………[ 03 Sept 2013 ]

2015 ( 2 )

Make in India is Skilling India…………………………..[ 17 July 2015 ]

2016 ( 3 )

Skill Capital of the World ? ……………………………[ 06 June 2016 ]

Harness " Greed " to " Skill India "……………….[ 19 June 2016 ]

From  BAD to  MAD …………………………………..  [ 01 June  2016 ]

 

2017 ( 3 )

No mere Relief : A Game Changer   ……………[  20  Dec  2017  ]

Discovering the Obvious ? ………………………….[  30  Nov  2017  ]

Universal Basic Income   …………………………….[ 20  Jan  2017  ]

 

2018  ( 2 )

Starting a Virtuous Circle …………………………………[17 Dec 2018 ]

Of Interns and Apprentices ………………………………[ 07 Jan 2018 ]

2019  ( 4 )

Thank You, Prakashbhai ( Javadekarji ) ……………………..[ 03 Apr 2019 ]

Congratulations , Anilbhai Naik ……………………………………[ 08 Feb 2019 ]

Organizing the Unorganized ………………………………………….[ 04 Feb 2019 ]

Paralyzed by Policy Revisions ? …………………………………….[ 27 Mar 2019 ]

2020  ( 3 )

Human Resource Capital of the World ? …………………….....[ 23 Nov 2020 ]

Congratulations, Shri Ajit Pawar / Shri Nawab Malik ……..[ 06 Mar 2020 ]

Congratulations, TATA………………………………………………………[ 27 Dec 2020 ]

 

2021  ( 4 )

ApprenticeShip : Unanchored and ready to sail ? ………….[ 08 Feb 2021 ]

National Skills University : Virtual is the only way……….. [ 03 Apr 2021 ] – links to 64 other E-Mails

Small Steps for Small Firms ? Not enough………………………[ 07 Mar 2021 ]

Gaining Ground : Virtually ………………………………………………[ 01 Mar 2021 ]

 

2022 ( 5 )

Apprenticeship : Half Way house ? ………………………………. [ 29 Mar 2022 ]

Skilling 300 Million ? Here is a way, Shri Pradhanji ……..[ 29 June 2022 ]

Skilling for World ? Here is why – how ! ………………………..[ 30 May 2022 ]

Apprentices : Hire Any Number without paying Wages ? [ 28 Jan 2022 ]

Thank You, Shri Dharmendra Pradhanji …………………………[ 02 July 2022 ]

 

 2023 ( 4 )

Revamping for Skilling : at last ………………………………………. 23 Jan 2023

Apprenticeship Scheme : Details Tally  … ………………… 02 Feb 2023

On the Job Training : a Vindication………………………………… 01 Feb 2023

 Apprenticeship Scheme : Govt listened to my suggestions……………….. 28 Nov 2023