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Cabinet expansion to undercut Allies in NDA?
Bureaucratic circles indicate that the impending Cabinet expansion could subtly recalibrate the power balance within the NDA, particularly after the alliance’s strong showing in Bihar. With the BJP now in a position of renewed leverage, insiders suggest key portfolios may be redistributed to reinforce the party’s dominance while trimming the influence of smaller allies. This move may involve bringing in fresh faces from the BJP’s own ranks, rewarding loyalty and electoral performance, while relegating less dependable partners to lesser roles. The exercise, officials believe, is aimed at consolidating internal control ahead of upcoming state polls and broader policy resets.
Did PM Modi reprimand Telangana BJP MPs for poor Show?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently held a stern breakfast meeting with Telangana BJP MPs in Delhi, voicing sharp displeasure over the party's underwhelming performance in the state. Sources reveal Modi reprimanded the eight lawmakers for failing to assert as a robust opposition against the Congress government, lacking initiative on the ground, and trailing even AIMIM's Asaduddin Owaisi in social media engagement and visibility. He urged them to ignite "fire in their belly," unify amid factionalism between old guard and defectors, and target a 2028 victory by amplifying central schemes directly to voters disillusioned with Congress and BRS legacies. Insider whispers point to quiet cooperation signals between BJP and Congress in Telangana, contrasting the public tongue-lashing. While Modi pushed Andhra MPs toward TDP synergy, Telangana's dynamic hints at pragmatic collaboration under CM Revanth Reddy, who has hosted BJP leaders and invited Modi to state summits—balancing accountability with development. Leaks from the meet sparked BJP backlash, with state chief Kishan Reddy warning against indiscretions, underscoring high command's close watch. This episode signals Delhi's impatience for BJP's southern surge
15 IRS officers are believed to have been called for member CBIC interview .Indication is that this time Juniors may make it.
Out of the top 20 IAS officers in the 2024 cadre allocation, Uttar Pradesh emerges as the most prevalent posting. While UP has always produced a high number of successful candidates, but now it’s also becoming a posting everyone quietly covets. The reason? Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. One of India’s most powerful and visible CMs, his leadership has turned UP into a fast-changing, high-profile state. A strong, high-visibility leadership, rapid development narrative and a bureaucracy that commands a distinct level of respect has reshaped the way young officers view the UP posting.
Raj Kumar Goyal, a retired 1990 batch IAS officer has been sworn in as new CIC. Eight more ICs have also been appointed. In the new set up four ICs belong to above 1990 batches, Jaya Verma Sinha is a 1987 batch IRMS officer and Swagat Das belongs to 1987 batch IPS. Sanjiv Kumar Jindal is a retired 1989 batch CSS and presently working as IC Vinod Kumar Tiwari is also a 1986 batch IFoS officer.
Inter Cadre deputation tenure of Ms Sarah Rizvi, from Gujarat Cadre to AGMUT (UT of J&K), has been extended for a period of 2 years beyond October 20, 2025, on the grounds of personal hardship. She is a 2008 batch IPS officer of Gujarat cadre.
Prasanna Kumar Acharya, Director (Finance), NLC India Limited is in the race for the post of Chairman & Managing Director, NLC India Limited.
Former Judge of High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, Justice Sudhir Agarwal, who is well known for his landmark judgement in Ram Janam Bhoomi- Babri Masjid case, in an enlightening disclosure, shared how the arrest of SIMI activists in Madhya Pradesh uncovered detailed family information, triggering swift and comprehensive security protocols for everyone linked to the Ram Janmabhoomi verdict, including extended relatives. This proactive response from agencies instilled a sense of assured protection, allowing the team to proceed with confidence in divine guidance. Agarwal viewed it as a positive affirmation of institutional vigilance, which played a key role in the verdict’s smooth, violence-free rollout across India, turning potential concerns into a story of national resilience.
Years after the verdict, Justice Agarwal said, he attended the Pran Pratishtha on January 22, 2024, arriving on the 20th and departing the 24th. "Seeing the grand structure, birthplace of faith realized, filled me with profound joy and vindication. Thousands messaged after my Facebook post; it was closure, a master’s touch to our foundational work. Emotionally, it’s gratitude—the site’s harmony now mirrors the verdict’s intent. Second time I visited the temple was in February this year. I am happy to see what I have sown is flourishing", he recalled.
Justice Agarwal, who spotlighted his innovative ruling requiring government officials, judges, and leaders to use government schools for their children and public hospitals for care, believes that this would create genuine incentives that spark infrastructure enhancements and broader equity. He celebrated these as bridges to progress, where elite involvement drives uplifting changes for all. At the NGT, he optimistically highlighted the tribunal’s strengthening role in eliminating pollution, Ganga restoration—via targeted fines and community partnerships—pushing for empowered implementation under Namami Gange to mark tangible victories in environmental renewal and sustainable harmony.
With heartfelt encouragement, Justice Agarwal motivated young lawyers to anchor in ethics and evidence, seeing law as a rewarding path to uplift the underserved, beyond mere acclaim. He recommended broad reading in history and philosophy, adherence to facts in delicate cases, and diligent effort over hype—mirroring his own success in resolving over 1.4 lakh matters through unwavering focus. Ultimately, he inspired them to confront only injustice, embracing the Constitution with zeal to forge a legacy of profound, positive impact.
The Madhya Pradesh government’s Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) has finalized promotions for 71 Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers, with gazette notifications set to be released by December 20, 2025, effective January 1, 2026.
In a timely boost to Madhya Pradesh’s law enforcement framework, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has confirmed seven Indian Police Service (IPS) officers from the 2020 and 2021 batches into the Madhya Pradesh cadre, effective immediately following a notification dated December 12, 2025.
Three officers of 2020 Batch have been confirmed to full IPS cadre. They include Mayur Khandelwal, Anand Kaladagi and Krishan Lalchandani.
Four officers of 2021 Batch have been confirmed to full IPS cadre. They are Ayush Gupta, Adarsh Kant Shukla, Narendra Rawat, Abhishek Ranjan.
Five officers from 1997-98 Batches of SPS have been promoted to IPS cadre. The names are, Vikrant Murao, Rajesh Raghuwanshi, Surendra Kumar Jain, Ashish Khare, Nimisha Pandey,
Names of two officers are under review. They are Sitaram Sasatya and Amrit Meena.
B Sriramachandra Murty has been empanelled for holding the post of Joint Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India. He is a 1995 batch ITS officer.
Ashwin M Kotnis has been empanelled for holding the post of Joint Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India. He is a 2003 batch IPS officer of Tamil Nadu cadre.
Anand Chekkilla has been empanelled for holding the post of Joint Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India. He is a 2002 batch IRSEE officer.
Prem Chand Lochab has been empanelled for holding the post of Joint Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India. He is a 2002 batch IRSEE officer.
Satish Kumar has been empanelled for holding the post of Joint Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India. He is a 2002 batch IRSEE officer.
Sumit Garg has been empanelled for holding the post of Joint Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India. He is a 2002 batch IRSEE officer.
Vipin Pal Singh has been empanelled for holding the post of Joint Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India. He is a 2002 batch IRSEE officer.
Amit Sinha has been empanelled for holding the post of Joint Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India. He is a 2002 batch IRSME officer.
Brijesh Kumar Pandey has been empanelled for holding the post of Joint Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India. He is a 2002 batch IRSME officer.
Vinamra Mishra has been empanelled for holding the post of Joint Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India. He is a 2002 batch IRSME officer.
Vinay Kumar, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, has been repatriated to his parent cadre. He is a 1999 batch IAS officer of Bihar cadre.
Harish Singh Papola has been appointed as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to Jyotiraditya M Scindia, Union Minister. He is a 2015 batch IRPFS officer.
Priya Ranjan, Joint Secretary, Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, has been assigned an additional charge of MD, National Horticulture Board (NHB) till June 22, 2026. He is a 1998 batch IFoS officer of Rajasthan cadre.
Ms Meenu Kumarr has been promoted to the grade of Principal Commissioner of Customs and Indirect Taxes (HAG). She is a 1989 batch IRS-Customs officer.
Ms Nivedita Swain has been appointed as Private Secretary to Mrs Shobha Karandlaje, Minister for MSME. She is a 2010 batch IRAS officer.
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the names of two Judicial Officers for appointment as Judges of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. They are: Ramesh Chander Dimri and Ms. Neerja Kulwant Kalson.
National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC), New Delhi, on behalf of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, is seeking applications from qualified candidates for the post of Consultant, - Central Mental Health Authority (CMHA). Online applications must reach latest by December 30, 2025.
Post of Director (Finance) in Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has been advertised. Applications must reach latest by January 15, 2026.
Post of Principal (Investment) in Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has been advertised. Applications must reach latest by January 15, 2026.
Post of Traffic Manager (HoD), Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK) will fall vacant on June 1, 2026. Applications for the same must reach latest by January 27, (online) and January 27, 2026 (postal).
Last date to apply for Consultant (Admin/Vigilance) has been extended. The revised date is December 25, 2025.
World Bank is seeking Team Assistant for Washington, DC, United States. Applications must reach latest by January 5, 2026.
World Bank has advertised the post of Senior Investment Officer, Private Equity and Venture Capital for Mumbai. Applications must reach latest by January 5, 2026.
Ms. Namita Tripathi, who is presently serving as Principal Financial Adviser (PFA), Central Railway (CR), has been entrusted with the additional charge of Director (Finance), Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation Limited (MRVC). She is an Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS) officer.
Susanta Sarkar, who is presently serving in Eastern Railway (ER), has been transferred to Metro Railway and posted as Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer (PCSTE) (CHOD). He is an Indian Railway Service of Signal Engineers (IRSSE) officer.
Eleven IAS officers have been given new assignments in Chhattisgarh. Bhoskar Vilas Sandipan has been posted as Additional Chief Electoral Officer, while Ranbir Sharma is posted as Managing Director, National Health Mission and Ajit Vasant will join as Collector, Surguja district. Similarly, Kunal Dudawat joins as Collector, Korba; Devesh Kumar Dhruv as Collector, Dantewada; Pratishtha Mamgai as Collector, Bemetara; Namrata Jain as Collector, Narayanpur district; Amit Kumar as Collector, Sukma district; Prakash Kumar Sarve as Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Bilaspur; Gajendra Singh Thakur as Chief Executive Officer, District Panchayat, Dhamtari and Roma Srivastava is now Deputy Secretary, Mantralaya.
Three IAS officers have been given new jobs in Haryana. Dr Brahmjeet Singh Rangi has been appointed as Chief Vigilance Officer, HSVP, while Yogesh Kumar will join as Member Secretary, Haryana State Pollution Control Board and Anand Kumar Sharma, District Municipal Commissioner, Rohtak, will also hold charge of Secretary, State Police Complaint Authority and Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Karnal.
IAF seeks CCS approval for 90 Rafale F4s + 24 F5s; local Hammer bomb production for Rafales. Whispers: 300 R-37M missiles for Su-30MKI to counter PL-15.
Updates confirm Rs. 9,000 crore outlay for court infrastructure, now including lawyers’ halls and digital rooms. Development: 1,857 residential units under construction, targeting 100% UT coverage.
The post of Pavan Kumar Malapati has been upgraded as Director in the Ministry of Defence. He is a 2012 batch IAS officer of Karnataka cadre.
Abhishek Singh, presently High Commissioner of India to the Federal Republic of Nigeria, has been concurrently accredited as the next Ambassador to the Republic of Benin, with residence in Abuja. He is a 2003 batch IFS officer.
NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL), a 100% subsidiary of NLC India Ltd. (NLCIL), has signed a long term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with SJVN Limited (SJVNL) for 200 MW Wind Power Project. The agreement was signed by representatives of NIRL and SJVNL in the presence of Prasanna Kumar Motupalli, Chairman and Managing Director of NLCIL & Chairman of NIRL, Bhupender Gupta, Chairman & Managing Director, SJVN Limited, Director (Finance), NLCIL, Director (P&P), NLCIL and Director (Personnel), SJVNL. The PPA was signed in Chennai as part of SJVN’s 600 MW ISTS-connected Wind Power Projects (Wind-2 Tranche) awarded through a Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding. The project is expected to generate approximately 500 Million Units of green energy per year. The signing of this PPA also reflects the strong collaboration between two leading Central Public Sector Enterprises, aimed at accelerating India’s renewable energy deployment while ensuring long-term energy security.
The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has failed to find a suitable candidate for the post of Director (Finance), Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL). The Board, which interviewed 10 candidates, recommended the Ministry to choose an appropriate course of further action for selection including the Search cum Selection Committee (SCSC).
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna PSU under Ministry of Power, in partnership with Africa50, has signed a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Project Agreement for the development of critical transmission infrastructure in Kenya, covering the 400 kV Lessos–Loosuk and 220 kV Kisumu–Kakamega–Musaga transmission systems, with a concession period of 30 years. The agreement was signed in the presence of Dr. R K Tyagi, Chairman & Managing Director, Dr. Yatindra Dwivedi, Director (Personnel), and Sanjay Kumar Gupta, COO (IB), POWERGRID, along with senior Kenyan government representatives including Alex Kamau Wachira, CBS, Principal Secretary, State Department for Energy, Dr. Chris K. Kiptoo, CBS, Principal Secretary, The National Treasury, Eng. Kipkemoi Kibias, Acting Managing Director, and Eng. Kefa Seda, Director General, Public Private Partnerships Directorate. This project marks Africa’s first Independent Transmission Project (ITP) and represents POWERGRID’s first project-finance international transmission venture in Africa. The proposed transmission projects are designed to strengthen Kenya’s national grid, improve system reliability, and facilitate the evacuation of power from renewable-rich regions to major load centres, transmission lines and associated substations. Structured under a PPP framework, the project reflects growing confidence in private sector participation in Africa’s power transmission sector. Africa50, an infrastructure investment platform established by African Governments and the African Development Bank, brings strong regional expertise and financial structuring capabilities, while POWERGRID contributes its extensive technical, operational, and project management experience in large-scale transmission systems. With footprint spanning over 25 countries across Asia, Africa, and Europe, POWERGRID has consistently demonstrated its ability to deliver power transmission solutions in diverse and challenging geographies. POWERGRID’s collaboration with Africa50 reflects its growing role as a trusted global partner in the development of power transmission infrastructure. As of 15th December 2025, POWERGRID has commissioned and is operating 287 Sub-stations and more than 1,81,894 ckm transmission lines and 5,93,016 MVA of transformation capacity. With the adoption of the latest technological tools and techniques, enhanced use of automation and digital solutions, POWERGRID has been able to maintain an average transmission system availability of more than 99.84%.
Habhesinh Parmar of Virpur block was elected as Chairman unopposed while Vijay Patel was elected as Vice President of the Amul Dairy.
Volkswagen offered early retirement schemes to workers at its Pune plant amid operational restructuring, amid claims of misreported imports and tax demands. This reflects broader MNC challenges in India, with whispers of potential further exits if regulatory pressures persist
On inevitable restructuring in India’s auto industry, with Mahindra’s EV partnerships accelerating exits for smaller players. Prediction: 3-5 years of job losses and market exits unless government ensures competition.
Ms. Karishma Kaur Gill has been appointed as Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent Woman Director) of Asian Hotels (North) Limited.
Venkatesh Prabhu has been appointed as Independent Director of Banganga Paper Industries Limited.
Ravindranathan M has been appointed as Independent Director of Banganga Paper Industries Limited.
Suresh Kumar Gupta has been appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent) of GEM Enviro Management Limited.
V Easwaran has been appointed as Additional Director (Executive Director) of Protean eGov Technologies Limited.
Mysore Ramachandrasetty Jaishankar has been appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Non-Independent) of Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited.
KO Su Piow has been appointed as an Additional Director (Independent) of Titan Intech Limited.
Darshil Shah has been re-appointed as an Independent Director of Goenka Business & Finance Limited.
Nigam Sathwara has been appointed as an Independent Director of Goenka Business & Finance Limited.
Ravi Todi has been re-appointed as an Independent Director of Texmaco Infrastructure & Holdings Limited.
Subodh Nadkarni has been re-appointed as an Independent Director of Goa Carbon Limited.
Chander Mohan Mehra has been appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent) of Ravinder Heights Limited.
Hard work finally bore fruit !
Hard work of BJP karyakartas and RSS in Trivandrum over decades finally bore fruit !
R Krishna
Thiruvananthapuram is becoming BJP's fort
No Shashi Tharoor himself knows that Thiruvananthapuram is becoming BJP's fort so he started shifting towards BJP to confirm his 2029 Lok Sabha seat from Thiruvananthapuram and can also become a central minister .
M G Snu
Sreelekha will work towards transformation of Tiruvananthapuram
I hope R Sreelekha will work towards transformation of Tiruvananthapuram city and make it world class. Wish her all the best and congratulations to her.
Roshan
Information about PPF account of wife
A husband sought for the current balance of PPF account and last amount deposit of his wife enclosing the copy of marriage certificate as the evidence of marriage. The PIO denied the information under section 8(1)(j) of RTI Act. Before the CIC, the PIO explained that as per the procedure under Section 11 of the RTI Act, the consent from the concerned third-party and wife of the appellant was sought. However, she had declined consent for disclosure of information relating to her PPF account. The CIC noted that there is no public interest and rejected the appeal.
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Many couples feel that they have a right to seek information about their spouse from a government agency. Legally, husband and wife are distinct individuals and the information relating to each of them has to be considered personal to each one of them.
Citation: Vipin Mittal v. Department of Post, Second Appeal No. CIC/POSTS/A/2024/645016; Date of Decision: 14.10.2025
Dr Anuradha Verma (dranuradhaverma@yahoo.co.in) is a RTI Consultant currently working with IIM Vishakhapatnam. She has co-authored the books PIO’s Guide to RTI and Right to Information – Law and Practice. Her weekly article is being published since 2008 on this site. She offers consultancy on RTI matters and third party audit to individuals / organisations. Her other articles can be read at the website of RTI Foundation at the link https://www.rtifoundationofindia.com
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