As per latest rumour next Chief Secretary of Chhattisgarh could be sent from Delhi. As per information, presently Amit Agrawal is the only Chhattisgarh cadre IAS officer who is posted as Secretary at the Centre. A 1993 batch IAS officer is the Secretary, Pharmaceuticals. Will he be sent to his cadre?

Two Chhattisgarh cadre IAS officers- Gaurav Dwivedi and Dr Maninder Kaur Dwivedi have been empanelled at the Centre. Dr Kaur is posted as Addl Secretary in the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare. Dr Kaur has been given proforma promotion to Chief Secretary grade in her cadre in March this year. Gaurav Dwivedi is posted as CEO, Prasar Bharti in Delhi. Both are 1995 batch IAS officers. One should not be surprised if one of Dwivedi’s could be posted as CS, Chhattisgarh.

Two IAS officers in Andhra Pradesh, who retired on June 30 were reposted on same positions as ex-officio Secretaries by the government. Hari Jawaharlal, an IAS officer has assumed charge as ex-officio Secretary to the Governor in the Andhra Pradesh Raj Bhavan. The other officer who also got a one-year extension is S Satyanarayana, posted again as ex-officio Secretary of the Backward Classes welfare department.

Kerala Governor RV Arlekar is said to be unhappy with the transfer of six Police officers posted at Raj Bhavan and is said to have expressed his anger to the new DGP. The posted officers were shifted within 48 hours. The Governor had handed over a list of six people to the previous DGP and the order was issued on June 28. Interestingly, the same order was cancelled within 24 hours. The Police Department’s explanation is that the order was cancelled following the government's instructions.

Biju Gopinath, ED, BPCL, is in the race for the post of Director (Marketing), Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).

Nagendra Kumar Mishra, Chief Financial Officer, Patratu Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited, is in the race for the post of Director (Finance), NHPC Limited.

Ajay Kumar Aggarwal, GM, BSNL, is in the race for the post of Director (Finance), NHPC Limited.

Ms Priyadarshini Gaddam, Director (Personnel) of NMDC Limited, has been entrusted with the additional charge of the post of Director (Finance) of the company.

Arvind Verma has been promoted to Higher Administrative Grade of Indian Postal Service (IPoS) on ad hoc basis and posted as CPMG, Assam Circle on promotion. He is a 1997 batch IPoS officer.

Ms Syeda Tanveer has been posted to Andhra Pradesh Circle upon repatriation from Army Postal Service (APS). She is an officer of Indian Postal Service.

Two IPoS officers have been shifted. Nikhil Jain has been posted as ADG (FS-PMU), Postal Directorate, while Rahul Yadav will take over as ADG (DBT/DARPAN), Postal Directorate.

The wait for posting has been long for four IPS officers in Andhra Pradesh. The officers are Kolli Raghuram Reddy (IPS 2006) and Rishanth Reddy (IPS 2016) who have been waiting since June last year. Ravishankar Reddy (IPS 2013) and P. Joshua (IPS 2016), who were relieved during the state elections, also remain without postings.

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Bihar is being implemented in accordance with the Election Commission of India’s order dated 24.06.2025. As per instructions, draft electoral rolls that will be issued on 1 August 2025 will contain the names of persons whose enumeration forms are received. Till now, 2,87,98,460 Enumeration Forms i.e. 36.47 per cent of the total of 7,89,69,844 (nearly 7.90 crore) electors in Bihar who are enrolled as on June 24, 2025, have been received.

The Government of India has made it clear that there is no direction given to banks to close inactive PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts.

G Suresh Reddy, Director in Assam LSA, has been selected as Joint Advisor in TRAI Regional Office Hyderabad initially upto March 31, 2028 or until further orders whichever is earlier. He is an ITS officer.

Arvind Verma has been promoted to Higher Administrative Grade of Indian Postal Service (IPoS) on ad hoc basis and posted as CPMG, Assam Circle on promotion. He is a 1997 batch IPoS officer.

Ms Syeda Tanveer has been posted to Andhra Pradesh Circle upon repatriation from Army Postal Service (APS). She is an officer of Indian Postal Service.

Two IPoS officers have been shifted. Nikhil Jain has been posted as ADG (FS-PMU), Postal Directorate, while Rahul Yadav will take over as ADG (DBT/DARPAN), Postal Directorate.

Rajesh Gupta, who is presently posted as Chief Signal Engineer (CSE), Northern Railway (NR), has been transferred to the Railway Board and posted as Principal Executive Director (Signal Modernisation), Railway Board. He is an Indian Railway Service of Signal Engineers (IRSSE) officer.

Sarvapriya Mayank, who is presently serving as Inspector General (Headquarters), Railway Board, has been posted as Inspector General (Railway Protection Force), Railway Board. He is an Indian Railway Protection Force Service (IRPFS) officer.

Surendra Nath Chaudhary, who is presently posted as Inspector General-cum-Principal Chief Security Commissioner (IG-cum-PCSC), Central Railway (CR), has been transferred to the Railway Board and posted as Inspector General (Headquarters), Railway Board. He is an Indian Railway Protection Force Service (IRPFS) officer.

Sumit Sharma, who is presently working in South Central Railway (SCR), has been transferred to the Railway Board and posted as Director (Catering & Tourism), Railway Board. He is an Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) officer.

Vikas Verma, who is presently working in Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO), has been transferred to the Railway Board and posted as Director, Mechanical Engineering (Traction), Railway Board. He is an Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME) officer.

Love Shukla, who is presently on deputation to Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL), has been recalled from DFCCIL and posted as Director (Environment & Housekeeping Management), Railway Board. He is an Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME) officer.

One vacancy for the post of Senior Scientific Assistant (Textile) in Directorate General of Aeronautical Quality Assurance, Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence has been advertised. Application must reach latest by July 17, 2025.

Four vacancies for the post of Dental Surgeon in Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) have been advertised. Application must reach latest by July 17, 2025.

World Meteorological Organization has advertised for Associate Scientific Officer (OceanOPS Technical Coordinator) for Ocean OPS Unit, WIGOS Branch Infrastructure Department, Brest, France.

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is seeking to fill the post of Group General Manager, North Zone, New Delhi on deputation basis. Applications must reach on or before August 4, 2025.

93 candidates have been shortlisted for Assistant Programmer posts in Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Interview dates will be announced shortly.

Last date to apply for Director, National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW) has been extended. The revised date is July 18, 2025.

Last date to apply for Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar-2026 is September 30, 2025. The national award is given annually to individuals and institutions for outstanding work in the field of disaster management on January 23, the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.

As many as 14 IAS officers have been given new responsibilities in Karnataka. Zehera Naseem has been appointed as Regional Commissioner, Kalaburagi Division, while T Bhoobalan takes over as CEO, e-Governance Centre and Dr B Susheela is now Managing Director, Kalyana Karnataka Road Transport Corporation. Similarly, Dr K Anandh will take charge as Deputy Commissioner, Vijayapura; Pandve Rahul Tukaram as Additional Commissioner, Public Instruction, Kalaburagi; Bhoyar Harshal Narayanrao as Deputy Commissioner, Yadgir; Dr Dileesh Sasi as CEO, Uttara Kannada Zilla Panchayat; Ishwar Kumar Kandoo as CEO, Raichur Zilla Panchayat; Shashidhar Kurera as Joint Managing Director, Karnataka Urban Infrastructure Development and Finance Corporation (KUIDFC); Dr S Akash as CEO, Bagalkot Zilla Panchayat; Aparna Ramesh as Director, Electronic Delivery of Citizen Services and Deputy Director, HRMS 2.0 Finance Department; Narwade Vinayak Karabhari as CEO, Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat and R Yatheesh was shifted as CEO, Bengaluru Urban Zilla Panchayat.

The Neyveli Book Fair 2025 continues to draw crowds on its fifth day today, with many schools and institutions visiting the Book Fair with a lot of enthusiasm. The 180 book stalls with varied titles and subjects are a source of attraction for students and the public. The evening’s function was held at the Lignite Hall today, on 08.06.25 at the Book Fair grounds. Ms Santosh Agarwal, Dy. Director General, Ministry of Coal was the Chief Guest of the function while Matriprasad, Secretary, Aurobindo Ashram, Puducherry and Gautham Chikermane, Author & Vice-President, Observer Research Foundation, New Delhi were the Guests of Honour. Dr. Prasanna Kumar Acharya, Director/Finance, NLC India Limited, presided over the function. In her address, Ms. Santosh Agarwal, DDG, MoC, expressed her appreciation to NLC India Limited, a Public Sector Undertaking, for not only powering the Nation, but also fostering intellectual development and cultivating a thinking society by organising Book Fairs. Calling the visit to the Book Fair an enriching experience, she wished this initiative all success. Dr Prasanna Kumar Acharya, Director (Finance), NLC India Limited and Patron of Neyveli Book Fair 2025, in his Presidential address, remarked that books serve as guiding lights, leading individuals from ignorance to enlightment. He emphasised that reading the right book at the right moment can be a transformative experience often shaping the course of one’s life. He further noted that literary platforms such as the Neyveli Book Fair not only cultivate a culture of reading but also serve as catalysts for uncovering latent talent and intellectual potential.  Matriprasad shared a compelling reflection on the importance of literature in combating isolation, citing a World Health Organisation report which stated that approximately 100 people die each day due to loneliness. “One who keeps the company of books is never truly alone”, he noted. Drawing on classical wisdom, he quoted Cicero: “A room without books is like a body without a soul.” He commended NLCIL’s noble efforts in hosting Book Fairs that uplift minds and inspire meaningful engagement with knowledge. Delivering his thoughts, Guest of Honour Gautham Chikermane, Vice-President, Observer Research Foundation, New Delhi, highlighted the evolving nature of knowledge in the digital era. He observed that today, knowledge is increasingly acquired through digital mediums rather than traditional books. Acknowledging this shift, he emphasised the importance of adapting to new modes of learning while preserving the essence of intellectual pursuit. The event also witnessed the honouring of Mrs Rinnozah Krishnakumar, a distinguished author and M/s. Keezhaikaatru Veliyeettagam, a prominient Publishing House from Chennai in recognition of their contributions to literature and publishing. Two notable literary works were released: “Irusamma” by Pallavi Kumar and “Sampoorna Ramayanam – Nadagam” by Dr. Raththina Pugazhendhi.

Dr P K Mishra, Principal Secretary to Prime Minister, visited HAL facilities in Bengaluru today and reviewed key indigenous projects. Dr D K Sunil, CMD, HAL led the visit along with other HAL Board members. Dr Mishra commenced his visit with a tour of the LCA Mk 2 hangar at the Aircraft Research & Design Centre (ARDC), followed by a visit to the LCA Tejas Assembly Hangar and Aerospace Division. At the LCA Tejas Division, he reviewed the progress of the LCA Tejas Mk 1A program and was briefed on the current production progress. HAL showcased six LCA Mk 1A fighters and two LCA Mk 1 trainers during the visit. HAL reaffirmed its commitment and preparedness to lead multi-stakeholder programs in the future to the visiting dignitary. The dignitary was shown a range of indigenous platforms including the Prachand (Light Combat Helicopter), Light Utility Helicopter (LUH), Dhruv (Advanced Light Helicopter) and Hindustan Turbo Trainer (HTT 40). At the Aerospace Division of HAL, Dr. Mishra was received by Dr. V Narayanan, Chairman, ISRO. Dr Mishra visited the GSLV Mk III and PSLV assembly shops, the welding facility and viewed structures and components developed by HAL for the Gaganyaan mission.  He also visited the Integrated Cryogenic Engine Manufacturing Facility. A presentation was made to the dignitary highlighting HAL’s activities and progress including its recent selection for the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) Transfer of Technology (ToT).  During the visit, Dr. Mishra commended HAL’s contributions in strengthening India’s indigenous capabilities in the defence and aerospace sector.

Sanjay Gulati, Whole-Time Director and Head–Manufacturing Units of ISGEC Heavy Engineering Limited, has been re-designated as Joint Managing Director of the company with effect from October 1, 2025.

Kishore Chatnani, Whole-Time Director and Chief Financial Officer of ISGEC Heavy Engineering Limited, has been re-designated as Joint Managing Director of the company with effect from October 1, 2025.

Vivek Dhir has been appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of ISGEC Heavy Engineering Limited.

Rajiv Roy Choudhury has been appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of ISGEC Heavy Engineering Limited.

Dr. Sarat Kumar Malik has been appointed as Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent) of 5paisa Capital Limited.

Ms. Lovely Gupta has been appointed as Non-official Part-time Director on the Board of Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR).

Ms. Sakshi Kaura has resigned from the post of Managing Director of Omax Autos Limited.

Ms. Vanita Vinodbhai Bhuva has submitted her resignation as Independent Director of A B Infrabuild Limited.

WIC is very important pillar of journalism

It is with much pain and sadness to notice that WIC is a bit prejudiced against cadre officers of CAPFs when it comes to covering them. Many of whom have golden heroic legacy as well as expertise at par, are seldom acknowledged by WIC. WIC is a very important pillar of journalism and followed by a huge number of CAPF officers for day-to-day briefings. It is a humble request, considering their legacy e.g. CRPF that  has been serving the nation since pre-independence era, better coverage and outlook is expected.

NIJ

Verification of BPL status of RTI applicant

The appellant sought data on customer satisfaction ratings for SBI services from its inception to the current date and asked for the categorization of ratings by type of service and other related information. The PIO provided certain information and clarified before the CIC that data sought on certain points of the RTI application was not available in the desired format. The CIC upheld the order of the CIC. The CIC brought it to the notice of the respondent that in a series of matters filed by the same appellant against a different public authority i.e IDPL (File nos. CIC/IDPCL/A/2024/612395 and CIC/IDPCL/A/2024/604666) an order was passed to veracity of the appellant’s BPL status. The CIC advised the respondent to exercise due caution with respect to the future RTI application received from the appellant relying on his BPL status.

Comments

There is no specific section of the RTI Act, 2005 or rule which prescribes whether the verification of the BPL status should be done, if the PIO has doubts regarding the same. If there are any suspicions, the PIO could ask for the BPL certificate to verify the status of the RTI applicant.

Citation: Rachhpal Singh Saini v. State Bank of India, CIC/SBIND/A/2024/602064; Date of Decision: 22.05.2025

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