Declare undisclosed income, assets by Sept 30, it's last chance: Modi

June 26, 2016

New Delhi, Jun 26: Sharing his thoughts with the nation through his 'Mann Ki Baat' radio programme, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' campaign has touched many lives and the results of various examinations show how women are excelling.

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On the occasion, PM Modi congratulated the country for having the first batch of women fighter pilots inducted into the Air Force. “On 18th June, first batch of women fighter pilots inducted in Air Force, we feel very proud, I congratulate them and their families,” he said.

“Yesterday in Pune I met college students who made one of the satellites that was launched by ISRO.

“This satellite signifies the skills and aspirations of the youth of India," PM Modi said.

He said that there was a need for more youth to choose science and research as their profession.

"I feel proud to see the contribution of our young students's contribution in the field of science and technology. I want more and more students of the country to ... and choose science and research as their profession," PM Modi said.

“The two satellites built by students and launched by ISRO are very important and special for me. This is a classic example of high ambitions of Indian youth,” he said his 21st edition of the Mann Ki Baat programme.

PM Modi said that the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) had made the country proud.

"The matter of pride in the recent launch of the satellites was that 17 out of the 20 were the satellites of the foreign countries. Isn't this great. Our scientists are working hard to take our country to new heights," the prime minister stated.

“Like our farmers, our scientists too are working hard to take our country to new heights.

“For the last few weeks we have got positive news about rainfall in various parts of the nation.

“Scientists have forecast a good monsoon, I give my best wishes to my farmer brothers,” PM Modi said.

PM Modi also highlighted the success of the International Day of Yoga events across the world.

“Yoga has the power to connect the entire world, if only each one of us connect ourselves with Yoga. The International Yoga Day on June 21 was celebrated at over 1 lakh places in our country with enthusiasm,” he said.

PM Modi also asked people to declare their undisclosed income by September 30, making it clear that this is the last chance to avoid problems that will follow after the window of opportunity closes.

He said no questions would be asked about the source of the undisclosed income or assets if the declaration is made voluntarily by September 30.

"For those having undisclosed income, the government has provided a special chance to declare it by September 30," Modi said.

He said by paying a penalty, those having undisclosed money can free themselves from various kinds of burden.

"I have promised that there will be no inquiry into the source of the undisclosed income and assets if the declaration is made voluntarily. That is why I am saying it is a good chance for becoming a part of transparent system," he said.

"Let me tell the countrymen that this chance is till September 30. Consider this as the last chance," the Prime Minister asserted during the programme.

He said he has told BJP MPs that if anybody faces any problem after September 30 for not abiding by the rules, no help should be provided to them.

"It will be better that you take advantage of the window provided and save yourself from the difficulties that you can face after September 30," he said.

Modi said there was a time when taxation rules were such that people would tend to avoiding paying taxes.

"But gradually, times changed. Now, for a taxpayer, it is not much difficult to abide by the government rules. Still, old habits die hard," he said, adding there are still people who feel that it is better to avoid paying taxes.

"My plea is that by running away from rules, we lose our peace. Any small person can harass us. Why should we let it happen? Why not ourselves give correct information to the government about our income, about our wealth? For once, dispose off the baggage of the past. I appeal to my countrymen to get free from this," he said.

Comments

Suresh
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Sunday, 26 Jun 2016

All our tax money already spend for foriegn tours. Even a signle deal is not happened by these tour. Instead of going on foriegn trip, we should be united and sstrong so that other countries should come to us. So no need to go there and convince them. Our Previous PM is one of the best PM to whom all other country Heads were asking guidence. By performing Yoga people can't live. People need basic things like food and water and shelter.

PK
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Sunday, 26 Jun 2016

Cheddis and baba Ramdev should come forward first to disclose and be an example.... We look forward

Fakumodi
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Sunday, 26 Jun 2016

Get lost. eaten our all tax money. now u want share in oue income also

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December 15,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 15: Air India Express has announced that it will resume direct flight services between Mangaluru and Muscat from March 2026, restoring an important international air link for passengers from the coastal region.

Airport authorities said the service will operate twice a week—on Sundays and Tuesdays—from March 1. The initial flights are scheduled on March 3, 8 and 10, followed by March 15 and 17, with the same operating pattern to continue thereafter. The flight duration is approximately three hours and 25 minutes.

The Mangaluru–Muscat route was earlier operated under the 2025 summer schedule, with services beginning on July 14. At that time, Air India Express had operated four flights a week before suspending the service.

Officials said the summer schedule will come into effect from March 29, after which changes in flight timings and departure schedules from Mangaluru are expected. Passengers have been advised to check the latest schedules while planning their travel.

The resumption of direct flights to Muscat is expected to significantly benefit expatriates, business travellers and others, further strengthening Mangaluru’s air connectivity with the Gulf region.

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December 20,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 20: The Mangaluru City Police have issued a detailed traffic advisory ahead of the inaugural ceremony of Karavali Utsava, which will be held at the Karavali Utsava Ground on Saturday.

The festival will be inaugurated at 6:00 pm by Dakshina Kannada District Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao. Cultural and public programmes will be held at the venue every evening and will continue until January 2.

According to City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy, parking of vehicles is strictly prohibited on both sides of the road from Lalbagh to Karavali Utsava Ground. Visitors are requested to park their vehicles only at designated parking areas.

To help the public, traffic signboards and parking guidance flex boards have been installed along the routes leading to the venue. The police have urged commuters and visitors to follow these instructions to ensure smooth traffic movement.

Designated Parking Locations

•    Urwa Market Ground – Cars
•    Gandhinagar Government School (near Press Club) – Two-wheelers and cars
•    Ladyhill Church parking area – Two-wheelers and cars
•    Canara School Ground, Mannagudda – Two-wheelers and cars
•    Thimmappa Hotel premises – Two-wheelers and cars
•    Scout and Guide Bhavana premises (behind Karavali Utsava Grounds) – Two-wheelers
•    Urwa Market Road – Two-wheelers
•    Hat Hill Road – Two-wheelers

The police have appealed to the public to cooperate by following traffic rules and parking guidelines to avoid inconvenience during the festival.

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December 19,2025

Mangaluru: In a decisive move to tackle the city’s deteriorating sanitation infrastructure, the Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC) has announced a massive ₹1,200 crore action plan to overhaul its underground drainage (UGD) network.

The initiative, spearheaded by Deputy Commissioner and MCC Administrator Darshan HV, aims to bridge "missing links" in the current system that have left residents grappling with overflowing sewage and environmental hazards.

The Breaking Point

The announcement follows a high-intensity phone-in session on Thursday, where the DC was flooded with grievances from frustrated citizens. Residents, including Savithri from Yekkur, described a harrowing reality: raw sewage from apartments leaking into stormwater drains, creating a "permanent stink" and turning residential zones into mosquito breeding grounds.

"We are facing immense difficulties due to the stench and the health risks. Local officials have remained silent until now," one resident reported during the session.

The Strategy: A Six-Year Vision

DC Darshan HV confirmed that the proposed plan is not a temporary patch but a comprehensive six-year roadmap designed to accommodate Mangaluru’s projected population growth. Key highlights of the plan include:

•    Infrastructure Expansion: Laying additional pipelines to connect older neighborhoods to the main grid.

•    STP Crackdown: Stricter enforcement of Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) regulations. While new apartments are required to have functional STPs, many older buildings lack them entirely, and several newer units are reportedly non-functional.

•    Budgetary Push: The plan has already been discussed with the district in-charge minister and the Secretary of the Urban Development Department. It is slated for formal presentation in the upcoming state budget.

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