IPS Saurabh Gupta is a 2018 Batch Officer of Assam-Meghalaya cadre and is currently posted as Superintendent of Police in Hojai district, Assam. His Mission is to protect and provide both legal and social support to victims of Domestic violence and matrimonial disputes. "We have initiated several projects in the district to ensure that justice is delivered effectively."

To address such cases, a dedicated cell has been established. This cell actively monitors complaints, ensuring that officers visit their homes at regular intervals "This provides them with a sense of security, knowing that their complaints are being acknowledged and that they have someone to turn to in case of violence or threats." he said Additionally to address the time lag from filing to receiving court orders  he added "During this period, our efforts ensure that they do not experience further violence or atrocities."

With strong focus on domestic violence, Gupta is bringing a fresh wave of change and justice to the citizens of Hojai.

About one dozen 1994 batch IPS officers are likely to be empanelled to the rank of DG in the Government of India. Around 33 IPS officers of this batch had been empanelled as ADG.

Lt General Raj Shukla is the senior most Member in UPSC. If the government goes by seniority Lt General Shukla(Retd) could be appointed the next Chairperson, UPSC. If he is appointed, he will remain at the helm for almost two years, till March 26, 2027.

Sivasubramanian Ramann, Deputy Comptroller & Auditor General & Chief Technology Officer, Office of CAG, has been appointed to the post of Chairperson, Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) for a period of five years.

Dr Poonam Gupta, currently DG, National Council of Applied Economic Research, New Delhi, has been appointed as Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for a period of three years.

The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has not declared the final recommendation of the Board for the post of Managing Director, Karnataka Antibiotics & Pharmaceuticals Limited (KAPL) in compliance with the interim order of Karnataka High Court.

Dr Anitha Thampi, Director (Technical & Operations), HLL Lifecare Limited, has been appointed as Chairman-cum-Managing Director, HLL Lifecare Limited.

(We said this on Oct 2 & Dec 13, 2024)

H Shankar, Director (Technical), CPCL, has been appointed as Managing Director (MD), Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL).

(We said this on Nov 7, 2024)

E Srinivas, Joint Secretary, Department of Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade, has been given premature repatriation to his parent cadre on personal grounds. He is a 1995 batch IRSSE officer.

Shalin has been appointed as IG, CRPF on deputation basis. He is a 2001 batch IPS officer of Bihar cadre.

Surendra Singh Yadav has been appointed as DIG in BSF on deputation basis. He is a 1997 batch IPS officer of AGMUT cadre.

Additional charge of CVO, V O Chidambaranar Port Authority, Thoothukudi to S Murali Krishnan, CVO, Chennai Port Authority, Chennai, has been extended April 15, 2025. He is a 2005 batch IDAS officer.

Yogesh Mohan Dixit, Director in the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has been given premature repatriation to his parent cadre. He is a 1998 batch IOFS officer.

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has appointed Surendra Singh Yadav as Deputy Inspector General in the Border Security Force (BSF) on deputation basis, relieving him from the post of Chandigarh Director General of Police (DGP) with immediate effect. Surendra Singh Yadav, a 1997-batch IPS officer, had been serving as the Police Chief in Chandigarh since March last year. Yadav was promoted to the ADGP grade in 2022. However, a senior MHA official said the fresh appointment sends a message to several officers in different states who, even though they are Additional Director General (ADG) or Inspector General (IG) in the state, but yet to be empanelled at the central level. There are several officers posted as ADG and IG in different states, but they are not empanelled for the same posts at the Centre. The appointment hints at the Centre’s policy towards such cases. Yadav was not empanelled for a senior rank at the Centre, which have prompted his appointment at the DIG level in BSF. His posting has been done at the rank of DIG due to a new rule that says DIG in state will be eligible to join as DIG in Centre also. However, a Deputy Inspector General (DIG) is significantly junior post compared to a Director General of Police (DGP) in the Indian Police Service (IPS) hierarchy.

At least four Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers and a Provincial Civil Service (PCS) officer in Punjab have been waiting for the Government’s order for new postings after being transferred from their previous assignments. Accordingly, Gurkirat Kirpal Singh, a 2001-batch IAS officer, was removed from his position as the Home Secretary of the state on March 24. He has not been assigned any new responsibilities and has been instructed to report to the Secretary, Personnel Department. Likewise, K K Yadav, a 2003-batch IAS officer, was removed from his position as Secretary of the Education Department on March 2. Also, Puneet Goyal, a 2010-batch IAS officer, was removed from his position as Director of Food on February 25. Jitender Jorwal, a 2014-batch IAS officer, was also removed from his position as the Deputy Commissioner of Ludhiana on March 19. All these officers have not been assigned new postings. Daman Mann, a PCS officer who was the Assistant Deputy Commissioner of Mohali, was transferred in October last year and has been without a posting since then.

Two officers, belonging to Indian Police Service (IPS) are awaiting fresh postings after being transferred earlier in Punjab. Varinder Kumar, an IPS officer, who was removed as the Vigilance Chief on February 17 is awaiting a posting. Also, another IPS officer, Kuldeep Chahal, was removed from his position as Commissioner of Police in Ludhiana last week, and he is also waiting for fresh posting.

The officers of the Chief Minister of Delhi have been allocated works. Accordingly, Ravi Jha as Special Secretary will be looking after Finance, Planning, GAD, Services, Vigilance, Public Relations, PWD, Legislative Affairs, Irrigation & Flood Control, Water, Gurudwara Elections, Industries, Food & Supplies, Environment, Forest & Wild Life, while Sandeep Singh as Special Secretary was allocated Women and Child Development, Administrative Reforms, Revenue, Land & Building, Home, Power, Urban Development; Education, Higher Education, Training & Technical Education, Social Welfare, Welfare for SC and ST, Cooperative, Elections and Dharmendra Kumar as Additional Secretary is assigned Law & Justice, Labour, Employment, Development, Art,, Culture and Language, Tourism, Health & Family Welfare, Transport, IT, Administration and Caretaking Branch, DAK, emails, VIP References acknowledgement, response and follow up, PGMS and Public grievances response and follow up, ATR of HCM visits and the directions given by her. Similarly, Ms Shelly as Joint Secretary will be looking after all appointments of HCM, all meeting related work of CM office including issuance of meeting notice, organising meetings, attending meetings, visits of CM, Camp office arrangements, all matter related to CM residence; protocol and security matters, HCM's constituency related work and follow up and Chandan Kumar as Information Officer is working on Coordination in providing press coverage to all official functions of CM, issuance of press release and message, arranging press conference of all inspection and important meetings, preparing draft talking points for functions/ceremonies, overseeing work of field publicity officer, coordination with social media team and daily news clippings.

Ms Chandni Singh has been appointed as Private Secretary to the Minister for Women & Child Development. She is a 2013 batch IAS officer of UP cadre.

Satinder Kumar Bhalla will join the North Eastern Council Secretariat as Secretary under the Central Staffing Scheme till July 31, 2028. Bhalla is presently posted as DDG, Security in NE LSA. He is an ITS officer.

Five IFS officers of 1992 to 1994 batches have been promoted to the grade of Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) in Chhattisgarh. They are: Kaushalendra Kumar (1992); Alok Katiyar (1993), Arun Kumar Pandey (1994); Sunil Kumar Mishra (1994) and Prem Kumar (1994).

As per DoT order, the administrative and supervisory control of the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) will be under the Advisor (T).

Seven IAS officers have been shifted in Maharashtra. Dr Nidhi Pandey has been posted as Managing Director, MSSIDC, Mumbai, while Laxminarayan Mishra takes over as Joint Managing Director, MSRDC, Mumbai and Dr Bharat Bastewad is now Commissioner, MGREGS, Nagpur. Similarly, Dr Indurani Jakhar is appointed as Collector, Palghar; Mrs Vasumana Pant as Additional Municipal Commissioner, Nagpur Municipal Corporation, Nagpur; Mrs Vaishnavi B as Additional Municipal Commissioner, Nagpur Municipal Corporation, Nagpur and Mrs Neha Bhosle has been shifted as Chief Executive Officer, Zilla Parishad, Raigad.

Fifteen members of the State Civil Service (SCS) of Odisha have been promoted as IAS against the Select List of 2023 and awarded Odisha cadre. Those promoted include: Dharam Hansdah, Rina Mohapatra, Niyati Pattnaik, Dr Maheshwar Swain, Mrunal Kanti Das, Srikanta Tarai, Birendra Korkora, Laxman Kumar Mallik, Upama Kalo, Lily Kumari Kullu, Kabindra Kumar Sahoo, Aradhana Das, Pradeep Kumar Nayak, Madhusudan Dash and Premjit Nayak.

The Central Government has accorded approval for inter cadre deputation of Ms Nidhi Patel from Himachal Pradesh Cadre to Rajasthan Cadre, on grounds of extreme hardship, for a period of three years, in relaxation of policy. She is a 2018 batch IAS officer,

AI Assets Holding Limited (AIAHL) has advertised for the post of Finance and Accounts Officer- Medical Cell for Delhi on deputation basis. Applications must reach latest by April 15, 2025.

Purushottam Tripuri has returned from medical leave and resigned the charge of Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (Pr.CCIT, MP) & Chhattisgarh region. He is a 1989 batch IRS officer.

Arnab Kumar Show and Ms Puneesh Nathani have been selected for the posts of consultants-Technical and International Trade respectively in the Ministry of Heavy Industries.

National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), under Ministry of Tribal Affairs, has advertised for the posts of Consultants-Human Resources (HR) on deputation basis. Applications must reach latest by April 10, 2025.

Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has invited applications for the posts of Member, Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB), Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE). Applications must reach latest by April 17, 2025.

Ministry of Power has invited applications for the post of Director-Technical, Punatsangcggu-I Hydroelectric Project Authority (PHPA-I) in Bhutan. Applications must reach latest by April 30, 2025.

Last date to apply for the post of Planning Officer (ES) in the Directorate of Planning and Coordination, New Delhi has been extended. The revised date is May 2, 2025.

Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has advertised for the post of Senior Police Adviser for United Nations Mission in KOSOVO (UNMIK), Pristina. Application must reach latest by April 4, 2025.

Kunal Soni, who is presently posted in North Western Railway (NWR), has been transferred to the Railway Board and appointed as Director, Gati Shakti (Station Development) - IV, Railway Board. He is an Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE) officer.

Vinay Tak, who is presently posted in North Western Railway (NWR), has been transferred to the Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO) and appointed as Executive Director/Track-I, RDSO. He is an Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE) officer.

Vinay Tak, who is presently posted in North Western Railway (NWR), has been transferred to the Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO) and appointed as Executive Director/Track-I, RDSO. He is an Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE) officer.

Himansu Badoni, who is presently posted in North Central Railway (NCR) and has been relieved from the post of Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Prayagraj, has been appointed as Senior Deputy General Manager (SDGM) in North Central Railway (NCR). He is an Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE) officer.

Tushar Kant Pandey, who is being relieved from the post of Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Sambalpur, East Coast Railway (ECoR), has been transferred to North Eastern Railway (NER) and appointed as Senior Deputy General Manager (SDGM). He is an Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE) officer.

K P Mahadevaswamy, Chairman and Managing Director of NBCC (India) Limited, has taken over the charge as the Chairperson of the Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE). In the recently concluded Biennial Elections of SCOPE, Mahadevaswamy secured a decisive victory. He officially assumed office on April 1, 2025, for a tenure of two years, in accordance with the provisions outlined in the Memorandum and Articles of Association. Expressing his gratitude, Mahadevaswamy stated, “The increased participation of Public Sector Enterprises (PSEs) in these elections reflects the growing confidence of member PSEs in SCOPE. With the new leadership in place, SCOPE is committed to implementing more impactful initiatives to further strengthen and enhance the role of the public sector.” His leadership is expected to usher in a new era of collaboration and progress for PSEs, reinforcing their contribution to national development.

NBCC (India) Ltd. has successfully completed Vanijya Bhawan, a state-of-the-art office complex for the Ministry of Commerce & Industry at Akbar Road, New Delhi. This modern structure, blending classic Lutyens' Delhi aesthetics with cutting-edge sustainability, has been provisionally awarded the prestigious GRIHA Green Rating, showcasing NBCC’s commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly infrastructure. Inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister on June 23, 2022, Vanijya Bhawan stands as a symbol of smart and sustainable construction. Built with an investment of Rs.226.84 crore, the complex features advanced Building Management Systems, renewable energy solutions and efficient water conservation technologies. A 60 KW rooftop solar system, rainwater harvesting and high energy efficiency standards make it a benchmark for green buildings in India. Vanijya Bhawan incorporates universal accessibility features, including Braille-enabled handrails, tactile paving and contrasting color treads for visually impaired individuals. Additionally, the building ensures enhanced security with a three-tier biometric access system and 24/7 CCTV surveillance, making it a model for both inclusivity and safety. This achievement strengthens NBCC’s position as a leader in India’s infrastructure sector, driving sustainable and innovative developments.

Madanpal Singh has been granted Non-Functional Selection Grade (NFSG) with effect from March 13, 2025. He is a 2006 batch IES officer.

Pankaj Jain has been re-appointed as Managing Director of Haryana Leather Chemicals Limited.

Amit Dalmia has been re-designated from Whole-Time Director to Chairman and Managing Director of R&B Denims Limited.

Peter Bains has been appointed as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Syngene International Limited.

Ashok Patil has been appointed as Additional Executive Director of Deepak Chemtex Limited.

Surinder Kumar has been appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of Modern Dairies Limited.

Purab Gujar has been re-appointed as Director of GG Dandekar Properties Limited.

Mrs. Anita Rajendra Malusare has been appointed as Non-Executive Director of Times Guaranty Limited.

Prashant Chintaman Wadile has been appointed as Whole-Time Director of Jainex Aamcol Limited.

Gaurav Jashwantlal Shah has been appointed as Additional Non-Executive Independent Director of Xpro India Limited.

Purab Gujar has been re-appointed as Director of GG Dandekar Properties Limited.

Daljeet Singh Saljua has been appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of Jainex Aamcol Limited.

Gaurav Jashwantlal Shah has been appointed as Additional Non-Executive Independent Director of Xpro India Limited.

Utsav Parekh has been appointed as Additional Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of Xpro India Limited.

Mrs. Rahmath Unnisa has been appointed as Additional Non-Executive Independent Director of K&R Rail Engineering Limited.
 

Bharat Puri has been appointed as Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of Pidilite Industries Limited.

Rajesh Tiwari has ceased to be Executive Director of Deepak Chemtex Limited.

Ms Roop Avtar Kaur has been posted as Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (APCCF) in Delhi segment of AGMUT Joint cadre, She is a 2000 batch IFoS officer of AGMUT cadre.

Fifteen members of the State Civil Service (SCS) of Odisha have been promoted as IAS against the Select List of 2024 and awarded Odisha cadre. Those promoted include: Narahari Sethy, Jagaleshwari Dash, Madhumita Rath, Debasis Singh, Subrat Kumar Panda, Pratap Chandra Hota, Nibedita Mishra, Reba Geetarani Patnaik, Archana Das Pattanaik, Anjana Panda, Nivedita Prusty, Swayam Prava Mohanty, Indramani Nayak, Sudam Charan Mandal and Girish Chandra Singh.

Entrance tests do not examine students

A very peculiar thing in India is that the entrance examinations after class 12th do not examine candidates on what they have been taught. Examinations are pitched at a level of difficulty which is far higher than what the Class 12th student is taught. This creates an uneven playing field because then, those who have the benefit of coaching and tuitions are better off than those who do not. This is sought to be neutralised by candidates by going in for coaching and tuition so almost all students undergo coaching and tuition. This helps only the coaching institutes and tutors.

Vijay Kumar

Can a bigamy case be reopened during a second appeal?

The appellant sought to know from the Office of the Divisional Railway Manager, North Western Railway whether the Assistant Divisional Engineer is competent to authorize the termination of service of a Trackman and other information. Respondent prayed the CIC to grant him time to file written submission enumerating the facts of this case in detail to facilitate due assistance to the bench in disposal of this appeal. The CIC severely admonished the conduct of the Respondent as he did not bother to file written submission despite praying for the same through his representative before the bench. The CIC observed that the Appellant is agitating a matter in which he has already been given a relief by issuing a favourable order despite having indulged in bigamy. The CIC deemed it fit to refer the matter to DRM, North Western Railway to take note of the aberration in the form of lenient view being taken by subordinate officers in such a serious matter as bigamy.

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It is a case where the RTI appeal has taken a spin, or rather a googly. Instead of providing any information, the case may turn into an examination of what the junior officers decided in the case of bigamy.

Citation: Ved Prakash Meena v. Office the Divisional Railway Manager, North Western Railway, CIC/NWRLY/A/2023/139716; Date of Decision : 06.03.2025

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