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PM’s clear message to Ministers to come with only global standard policies
The Prime Minister is reported to have given a clear message to Ministers to come up with policies and projects matching global standards. He also reprimanded the Ministers for blame games and asked them to prepare only high quality cabinet notes.
Tightening Noose on Kejriwal and Sisodia: Non-Cooperation in ‘Phansi Ghar’ Probe Amid Legal and Political Heat
The grip is tightening on Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia as they continue to skip the Delhi Assembly Privileges Committee meetings investigating the “Phansi Ghar” controversy. Both leaders have only appeared in written form to challenge the inquiry, calling it “legally unsustainable and devoid of Constitutional sanction,” and asserting that the committee lacks authority to investigate the structure’s authenticity. Despite this, the committee has summoned them multiple times and criticized their repeated no-shows, emphasizing its intent to proceed with the inquiry. The committee has also summoned other AAP leaders like Ram Niwas Goel and Rakhi Birla, who have similarly failed to cooperate, deepening the political standoff. The controversy escalated after current Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta questioned the legitimacy of the structure, which was inaugurated in 2022 by the then AAP government as a memorial called a “Phansi Ghar” (execution chamber). Gupta termed it historically baseless, stating archival records show it was actually a service tiffin room, not a gallows. The ongoing refusal of Kejriwal and Sisodia to cooperate has drawn legal notices and strengthened the committee’s resolve to pursue the matter, indicating a tightening noose on the former CM and his deputy as political and legal pressures mount.
- Will RS & LS have a single Secretariat?
- Ramanujam served as Secretary to two PMs !
- Tenure of Bhanoo as MD, LIC ending in Dec
- Nikhil Dhongari appointed as Deputy Secretary, National Health Authority
- Sipan Kumar Garg takes over additional charge of CMD, THDC Ltd
- IRS officer Ms Tarannum Verma deputed to Chhattisgarh govt
- Niranjan Kumar appointed as DCIT, PrCCIT, Delhi
- IRTS Ravish Kumar Singh appointed Deputy Chairperson, JNPA
- Tenure of Ratan Sanjay Katiyar as IG, SSB extended
- Rajesh Pradhan returns to parent cadre
- Central deputation tenure of Ms Arti Chhabra Srivastava extended
- Cadre review completed
- High-Altitude Drill Validates New Battle Architecture
- Naya Raipur Braces for High-Stakes Security Summit as Modi Arrives
- PM likely to discuss white-collar terror module at DGPs Meet
- RLDA seeks Manager/Asstt Manager (Civil) for Delhi & Chandigarh
- CRT for various vacancies in EPFO on Nov 30
- NHSRC, New Delhi seeks Consultant Tribal Health Cell
- HRIDC seeks GM-Finance
- MPA seeks PPS
- Whole-time Member (Distribution), IRDAI, Hyderabad sought
- World Bank seeks Sr Investment Officer, Brazil
- Sharad Srivastava posted ED (MilRail), Railway Board
- Ms Shalini Darbari appointed Addl. Member (Fin.), Railway Board
- Anand Singh appointed ED (SE), RDSO
- Upendra Kumar Singh appointed Sr. Manager (Elec.), RITES
- Harvinder Singh appointed FM (PMS), CRIS
- Two IPS officers shifted in MP
- Envoys of five nations present credentials to President
- Three IAS officers in Bihar promoted as ACS
- HURL launches project “SWASTHYA KIRAN”
- Krishnanunni appointed as Assessor, MWDT (UPDATED)
- Sunil Joon promoted to ADG grade in CRPF (UPDATED)
- Kavita Jalan is also Director, NEPA (UPDATED)
- Dangote appoints EIL as PMC and EPCM for expansion of the Fertilizer Complex (UPDATED)
- IIT Ropar appoints Nikhil Swami as Public Relations Officer (UPDATED)
- Ms Manasi Sahay Thakur empaneled as Joint Secretary in GoI (UPDATED)
- Venkatesh Krishnan appointed MD & CEO, Spandana Sphoorty Financial Ltd
- Balaji Raghavan appointed MD, Ironwood Education Ltd
- E. Ratan Kumar appointed ED, Central Bank of India
- Prabhat Kiran appointed ED, Bank of Maharashtra
- Amresh Prasad appointed ED, Union Bank of India
- Hans Bakker appointed NE Director, Tasty Bite Eatables Ltd
- Ms Pratiksha Singh appointed Addl. Director, Game Changers Texfab Ltd
- Vishal Agrawal quits as Ind. Director, Game Changers Texfab Ltd
- Ms Nazhat J. Shaikh given additional charge as CMD, Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Ltd
- Mrs Arti Luniya bows out as Ind. Director, Jindal Stainless Ltd
- RK Sinha quits as Chairman, SIS Ltd
- Mrs Nikitha Sarda resigns as NE Director, Omega Ag-Seeds Punjab Ltd
- Arun Ramamurthy steps down as Ind. Director, PlatinumOne Business Services Ltd
There is a strong thought that Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha should have one Secretariat. Presently, both houses have separate secretaries.
There has been one IAS officer who served as Secretary to two Prime Ministers of India. He is 1979 batch IAS officer of Madhya Pradesh Cadre - R Ramanujam. He was Secretary to the late PM Manmohan Singh and when Narendra Modi took over as PM he continued as his Secretary for quite some time. He is currently residing in Chennai.
The tenure of Sat Pal Bhanoo as Managing Director, Life Insurance Corporation of India, is coming to an end in December 2025.
Nikhil Dhongari has been appointed as Deputy Secretary in the National Health Authority-Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission. He is a 2012 batch IRPS officer.
Sipan Kumar Garg, Director (Finance), THDCIL, has assumed an additional charge of Chairman-cum-Managing Director, THDC Limited.
Ms Tarannum Verma has been deputed to the State Government of Chhattisgarh. She is an IRS-IT officer.
Niranjan Kumar has been appointed as DCIT in the office of Pr.CCIT, Delhi, region on return from deputation. He is an IRS-IT officer.
Ravish Kumar Singh, Deputy Chief Operations Manager (Dy.COM), G, Central Railway (CR), has been selected for deputation to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways as Deputy Chairperson, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), Mumbai for a period of five years. He is an Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) officer.
The deputation tenure of Ratan Sanjay Katiyar working as IG, SSB has been extended for a period of two years beyond January 19, 2026. He is a 1998 batch IPS officer of Bihar cadre.
Rajesh Pradhan, Joint Director, Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), has been given premature repatriation to his parent cadre. He is a 2003 batch IPS officer of Maharashtra cadre.
The central deputation tenure of Ms Arti Chhabra Srivastava working as Additional Secretary at JS level, CVC has been extended upto January 31, 2027. She is a 1990 batch IOFS officer.
After the second Cadre review of the IP&TAFS 7 HAG posts have increased. As per order, now the sanctioned strength of HAG will be from 8 to 15 while SAG, JAG and STS posts have been decreased. SAG poste will be 54,JAG 81 and STS sanctioned strength will be 66 . Earlier it was 86. Sanctioned strength of Apex Scale and HAG+ will remain the same.
The Army successfully conducted a high-altitude exercise in Ladakh, validating the SANJAY-BSS system for integrated battle management. It leverages AI for target assessment, network integration via Army Data Network/satellite comms, and real-time data sharing for LAC monitoring, advancing data-centric warfare. Full rollout likely by 2026 to deter intrusions; whispers of cyber/cognitive domain expansions post-Op Sindoor.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Chhattisgarh on Friday evening for the 60th All-India DGP/IGP Conference on 29-30 November, the first time the state is hosting the high-profile security summit.
Naya Raipur will function as a mini-PMO for three days. The Speaker’s House (M-1) is being converted into the temporary PMO and Modi’s residence, while Union Home Minister Amit Shah stays at Finance Minister O.P. Choudhary’s bungalow.
Over 300 VVIPs – including NSA Ajit Doval, DGPs of all states, 20 central paramilitary chiefs and home secretaries – will attend the IB-hosted meet at IIM Raipur. No hotels: all are housed in government bungalows.
Security is massive: 2,000 personnel for the Speaker House–IIM corridor alone, separate companies around key residences, and an ADG-rank officer commanding overall ground ops.
Key agenda: Naxalism (with Shah’s March 2026 “zero LWE” deadline), white-collar terror funding via crypto, AI in policing, cyber frauds, Northeast insurgency and narcotics.
For 72 hours, Naya Raipur becomes one of India’s most fortified zones as the nation’s top security brass converges.
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi is likely to discuss white-collar terror module in the annual DGP's conference being held from November 28 to November 30 at Raipur in Chhattisgarh. A new face of terrorism is posing a threat to the Government of India.
Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) has advertised the posts of Manager/Assistant Manager (Civil), Delhi and Chandigarh on deputation basis. Applications must reach latest by December 22, 2025.
Combined Recruitment Test for vacancies of Enforcement Officer/ Accounts Officer and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) in Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), M/o Labour & Employment will be held on November 30, 2025. The exam will be held from 9 am to 11.30 am.
National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC), New Delhi on behalf of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) is seeking applications for Consultant Tribal Health Cell. Online applications can be filled on http://nhsrcindia.org latest by December 15, 2025.
Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (HRIDC) is seeking General Manager (Finance). Applications can be sent to usd@rb.railnet.gov.in.
Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, New Delhi is seeking Principal Private Secretary on deputation basis. Details can be availed from ministry’s website.
Applications have been invited for the appointment of Whole-time Member (Distribution) in Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), Hyderabad. Applications must reach latest by December 1, 2025.
World Bank is seeking Senior Investment Officer, Manufacturing, Agribusiness, Services, Sao Paulo, Brazil. Applications must reach latest by December 8, 2025.
Sharad Srivastava, who is presently serving in Southern Railway (SR), has been transferred to Railway Board and posted as Executive Director (MilRail), Railway Board. He is an Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) officer.
Ms. Shalini Darbari, who is presently posted as Principal Financial Adviser (PFA), Western Railway (WR), has been transferred to Railway Board, and posted as Additional Member (Finance), Railway Board. She is an Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS) officer.
Anand Singh, who is presently posted in North Central Railway (NCR), has been transferred to Research Designs & Standards Organisation (RDSO) and appointed as Executive Director (SE), RDSO. He is an Indian Railway Service of Electrical Engineers (IRSEE) officer.
Upendra Kumar Singh, Assistant Electrical Engineer (Power), Rail Wheel Factory (RWF), has been selected for deputation to RITES as Senior Manager (Electrical) for a period of three years.
Harvinder Singh, Chief Passenger Traffic Manager (CPTM), North Central Railway, has been selected for deputation to Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) as General Manager (PMS), New Delhi for a period of five years. He is an Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) officer.
Ashutosh has been appointed as SP, Raisen and Pankaj Kumar Pandey was made Assistant IG, PHQ, Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh.
President Droupadi Murmu accepted credentials from the Envoys of Lebanon, Mauritius, Senegal, Saudi Arabia and Ghana at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on November 25. Those who presented their credentials were: Hadi Jaber, Ambassador of Lebanon; Mrs Sheilabai Bappoo, High Commissioner of Mauritius; Abdoulaye Barro, Ambassador of Senegal; Haytham Hassan Al-Malki, Ambassador of Saudi Arabia and Prof Kwasi Obiri-Danso, Ambassador of Ghana.
Three IAS officers of 1996 batch in Bihar have been promoted to the Apex Pay Scale and designated as Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) w e f January 1, 2026. The promoted officers are: Anand Kishore, K Senthil Kumar and H R Srinivas.
A significant milestone was achieved today at the Art of Living International Center, Ved Vignan Maha Vidya Peeth, Bengaluru, as Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited (HURL) launched Project “SWASTHYA KIRAN”, a transformative initiative aimed at strengthening community healthcare in collaboration with the Ved Vignan Maha Vidya Peeth (VVKI), Art of Living. In a historic moment for HURL, the organisation signed its first-ever CSR MoU with VVKI, formalising a shared commitment to improving public health infrastructure. The MoU was signed in the august presence of Dr. Siba Prasad Mohanty, Managing Director, HURL, Br. Pragyachaitanya, VVKI, and representatives from both organisations. As part of this initiative, HURL is supporting the installation of a state-of-the-art CT Scanner at the Sri Sri College of Ayurvedic Science and Research Hospital, Cuttack. With a committed CSR investment of ₹2.32 crore, the project aims to provide timely, accurate, and affordable diagnostic services to thousands of patients each year, especially those from underserved communities. During the visit, Dr. Siba Prasad Mohanty, MD, HURL, met Sri Ravi Shankar ji and sought his blessings for the initiative. The HURL delegation also visited the campus and witnessed the ongoing efforts towards holistic wellness, community upliftment, and integrative healthcare. Project “SWASTHYA KIRAN” reflects HURL’s unwavering commitment to accessible, inclusive, and sustainable healthcare, marking a new chapter in the company’s CSR journey—one that aims to touch lives and bring meaningful change to society.
Krishnanunni N M, retired Chief Engineer, CWC, has been appointed as Assessor in Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal (MWDT).
Sunil Joon has been promoted to the grade of Additional Director General (ADG) in the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).
Ms Kavita Jalan, Inspector General (NE Sector), Central Reserve Police Force, has been assigned an additional charge of the post of Director, North-Eastern Police Academy (NEPA). She is a 2003 batch IPS officer of Odisha cadre.
The Dangote Group, headquartered in Lagos, is Nigeria’s foremost multinational conglomerate and a dominant industrial force in West Africa. With diversified interests spanning oil & gas, petrochemicals, fertilizers, cement, sugar, and food, the Group is one of the region’s largest employers and operates across 17 African countries. Its flagship 650,000 barrels-per-day Integrated Refinery and Petrochemical Complex in the Lekki Free Zone is among the largest single-train refineries globally. The Group also owns a world-class Fertilizer Complex, currently producing 2.65 million tons of urea annually, further cementing its role as a key player in global agricultural inputs. Engineers India Limited (EIL), a premier engineering consultancy under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Government of India, has been a trusted partner in shaping global energy and industrial assets. With proven strength across the entire project lifecycle—from concept to commissioning—EIL delivers excellence in oil & gas, refining, petrochemicals, fertilizers, metallurgy, infrastructure, and renewable energy sectors. EIL partnered with the Dangote Group as the Project Management Consultant (PMC) and EPCM Consultant for the iconic 650,000 barrels-per-day Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Complex, commissioned in 2024.
Contract for Major Fertilizer Capacity Expansion
Building on this strong and trusted partnership, EIL has once again joined hands with the Dangote Group to create one of the world’s largest hubs for nitrogenous fertilizers, comprising six Ammonia–Urea production trains. EIL has been awarded a prestigious contract to provide Project Management Consultancy (PMC) and Engineering, Procurement & Construction Management (EPCM) services for the expansion of the Dangote Fertilizer Complex in the Lekki Free Trade Zone. This major expansion includes the addition of four new fertilizer production trains, significantly scaling up the complex’s capacity and technological sophistication.
Upon completion of this expansion, Dangote Fertilizer will rank among the world’s largest fertilizer complexes, with a production capacity of 8 million tons of urea annually and six fully integrated Ammonia–Urea production trains. This milestone not only strengthens Africa’s industrial ecosystem but also highlights EIL’s unmatched engineering expertise, execution excellence, and leadership in delivering mega projects across the global hydrocarbon and fertilizer value chain.
Leadership Perspectives on the Collaboration
Speaking on the development, President of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE, Aliko Dangote said: “Engineers India Limited (EIL) has been appointed as the Project Management and EPCM Consultant for the expansion of the Dangote Fertilizer Complex in the Lekki Free Trade Zone, where four new urea trains will be added. This milestone further strengthens the long-standing partnership between Dangote and EIL, whose proven expertise and consistent excellence have made them our most trusted partner for both the Fertilizer Complex and the Refinery & Petrochemical Complex. With these projects, the Lekki industrial zone is emerging as the region’s powerhouse—home to the world’s largest refinery and the world’s largest fertilizer complex.”
Speaking on the development, C&MD, EIL, Ms. Vartika Shukla said:
“EIL is proud to strengthen its partnership with the Dangote Group in shaping Africa’s industrial future. This expansion reflects our shared commitment to delivering world-scale assets with engineering excellence, project management expertise and technological leadership. The addition of four large scale fertilizer trains positions the complex as a global-scale urea hub with six integrated production trains—an achievement that underscores our collective focus on execution excellence and engineering leadership.”
The Indian Institute of Technology Ropar has appointed award-winning communications professional Nikhil Swami as its Public Relations Officer, marking a strategic move to strengthen the institution's media outreach and brand visibility across national and international platforms. Swami, who assumed charge in October 2025, brings over six years of experience in developing integrated communication strategies for government and public sector organizations. He will lead strategic communication and PR initiatives to enhance IIT Ropar's institutional reputation. Prior to joining IIT Ropar, Swami served as Assistant Manager Corporate Communications at NBCC (India) Limited, where he spearheaded 360-degree communication campaigns for the PSU utilizing print media, digital platforms and social media channels. Before NBCC, Swami worked with NTPC Limited as Corporate Communications Executive, where he developed and implemented internal and external communication plans while managing the company's reputation through proactive media relations and crisis communications. He has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the IIMCAA PR Person (Jury Special Mention 2024), Best Rising Communicator in March 2023 and PRCI 2024 Chanakya award for Integrated Brand Communication. Swami holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi and a Master's degree in Mass Communication from Kurukshetra University. IIT Ropar, established in 2008, is one of India's premier engineering and technology institutions committed to excellence in education, research, and innovation.
Ms Manasi Sahay Thakur has been empaneled for holding the posts of Joint Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India. She is a 2009 batch IAS officer of HP cadre.
Venkatesh Krishnan has been appointed as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Spandana Sphoorty Financial Limited, effective November 27, 2025.
Balaji Raghavan has been appointed as Additional Director and Managing Director of Ironwood Education Limited.
E. Ratan Kumar, Chief General Manager, Central Bank of India, has been appointed as Executive Director on the Board of Central Bank of India.
Prabhat Kiran, Chief General Manager, Canara Bank, has been appointed as Executive Director on the Board of Bank of Maharashtra.
Amresh Prasad, Chief General Manager, Punjab National Bank, has been appointed as Executive Director of Union Bank of India.
Hans Bakker has been appointed as Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of Tasty Bite Eatables Limited.
Ms Pratiksha Singh has been appointed as Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent Women) of Game Changers Texfab Limited.
Vishal Agrawal has resigned from the position of Independent Director of Game Changers Texfab Limited.
Ms Nazhat J. Shaikh, Director (Finance), has been entrusted with additional charge of Chairman and Managing Director of Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited.
Mrs Arti Luniya has ceased to be Independent Director of Jindal Stainless Limited upon completion of her term.
Ravindra Kishore Sinha has resigned from the position of Executive Director & Chairman of SIS Limited.
Mrs Nikitha Sarda has resigned from the position of Non-Executive Independent Director of Omega Ag-Seeds Punjab Limited.
Arun Ramamurthy has resigned from the position of Independent Director of Platinum One Business Services Limited.
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Transfer of RTI application under section 6(3) of the RTI Act
The complainant had sought information regarding the exact number of Nikkah (Marriage) conducted by the Janab. M. Mohamed Ali Maraicar, Khazi, Karaikal District since his appointment in the post till 30.9.2023. The application was forwarded under Rule 6(3) of RTI Act, 2005 since certain information sought in the application pertain to the other office with a request to provide the required information directly to the applicant. The CIC noted that the PIO took appropriate steps under Section 6(3) of the RTI Act to forward the request to the authority holding the information (District Government Khazi), and the Complainant was informed about the same. Subsequently, a composite reply was provided on 19.12.2023. The CIC held that there is no evidence of wilful denial or refusal by the Respondent authority and disposed of the complaint.
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The RTI Act mandates that where a public authority does not hold the information but has made bona fide efforts to forward the request to the relevant authority, the PIO is not held liable under the Act as no mala fide iss established on part of the Respondent.
Citation: J Mohammed Bilal v. Puducherry State Waqf Board, CIC/UTPON/C/2024/102435; Date of Decision 01.05.2025
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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