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Markets to fall if NDA loses Bihar Polls?
If the NDA fails to secure a majority in the Bihar Assembly elections, analysts warn that Indian equity markets could face immediate pressure. A surprise loss, particularly if the BJP-led alliance slips below the 150-seat mark, may trigger a short-term sell-off as investors price in political uncertainty and policy instability. Experts estimate a 5–7 % correction in the Nifty, driven by fears of a weakened central position for the ruling coalition and delays in reform momentum. Markets are expected to stabilise only once fiscal and coalition policy clarity emerges post-results on November 14.
PM taken aback at ‘Vande Mataram’ recording provided by bureaucrat couple
The Prime Minister is taken aback after a bureaucrat couple, 1996-batch Indian Civil Accounts Service officer Akhilesh Jha, and 1997-batch IRS officer Rashmita Jha, archiving gramophone records for years, provided him the first-ever recording of ‘Vande Mataram’ after he inaugurated the year-long celebrations to commemorate 150th years of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’.
TMC & JMM MPs to corner govt over alleged security lapses in Red Fort blast; SP expected to join too?
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In response to the deadly Red Fort car blast on November 10, 2025, which killed at least 13 people, opposition parties led by Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress and Hemant Soren’s Jharkhand Mukti Morcha have strategically positioned their parliamentary leaders for the upcoming winter session to aggressively confront the government over alleged security lapses that enabled the attack. Sources indicate that the opposition coalition, including potentially Akhilesh Yadav’s Samajwadi Party, aims to hold the government accountable for its purported complacency in securing high-risk zones in Delhi, highlighting how a suspicious car loaded with explosives remained undetected near the iconic Red Fort for hours. The winter session starting December 1 will be a critical platform for the opposition to demand a thorough investigation, increased security measures, and transparency surrounding the incident, which has exposed deep anxieties about national security in the capital. The Trinamool
Congress has called for a court-monitored SIT probe and criticized the government’s response, including Prime Minister Modi's swift dismissal of critics while visiting Bhutan. Akhilesh Yadav and other leaders have expressed grief and demanded immediate, comprehensive action to prevent further breaches. This opposition front represents a coordinated effort to encircle and pressure the government on issues of terrorism and administrative accountability in the politically charged atmosphere of the winter parliamentary session.
- Rimjhim Prasad to be Member of CBIC ?
- Who will be new Chief Secretary of Rajasthan ?
- What will happen if government does not give extension to new Jharkhand DGP?
- Parag Jain is also Secretary (Security), Cabinet Secretariat
- It is second time, a Chief Secretary is transferred to centre in-between tenure
- Ms Shalini inducted as DIG, CBI
- Pant’s move signals strong central government control over Rajasthan bureaucracy ?
- Railway officer KD Pany appointed Joint Secretary, Odisha Govt
- IFS Prem Kumar: In sync with happy hormones
- WAPCOS downsizing contract employees
- Nitin Kumar Yadav is also CMD, ITPO
- Anil Kumar gets additional charge of CMD, NDFDC
- Ms Abhilasha Jha Mishra returns to parent cadre
- Puneet Bijaraniya appointed as Deputy Secretary, CVC
- Speculation on Russian Su-57 Stealth Fighter for IAF
- India to recruit 320 Asstt Coach for SAI
- Know who is IPS Vijay Sakhare and why he was chosen to lead the Red Fort Blast probe!
- All India Services Trends
- Predictions for Himalayan Incentives
- Forest Services Predictions
- Ms Monika appointed as Senior Manager, TRIFED, Jaipur
- Vikas Raizada appointed as DGM, TRIFED, Chandigarh
- Rahul Raja appointed as Deputy Secretary, Defence
- Vikas Khera appointed as Deputy Secretary, Defence
- Pawan Kumar appointed as Deputy Secretary, Defence
- Two IPoS officers promoted to HAG
- Application invited for Director, Consumer Mobility
- Member (Non-Official), Commission, CACP from South Zone sought
- MMRCL advertised Director (Projects) post
- UPSC releases list of candidates for Personality Test to select in IAS/IFS/IPS, Central Services
- CRT for Asstt Legal Advisor, Enforcement Dte post on Jan 11
- Last date to receive applications for various posts in SIFO revised
- Interviews for Dy Admin Officer, ERNET India, Delhi on Nov 25
- Vinod Kumar appointed ED (Civil), IRCON International Ltd
- CBI books MCD Junior Engineer for accepting bribe of Rs 10 lakh (UPDATED)
- Amit Kumar appointed as Deputy Secretary, Steel (UPDATED)
- Mrs Mallika Srinivasan gets second extension as Chairperson, PESB (UPDATED)
- Narayana Health Acquisition
- G Soundarajan designated Chairman, Thomas Cook (India) Ltd
- SY Noorani re-appointed MD, Zodiac Clothing Company Ltd
- Mohamed Noorani appointed Addl. Director, Zodiac Clothing Company Ltd
- JK Thakkar re-appointed Jt. MD, Gokul Agro Resources Ltd
- N Rajender Prasad re-designated MD, Southern Magnesium & Chemicals Ltd
- Prashant Kumar Gupta appointed Ind. Director, Waa Solar Ltd
- Ms Khushboo Patodi re-appointed NE Director, BR Goyal Infrastructure Ltd
- BK Tulsyan appointed Addl. Director, Beekay Steel Industries Ltd
- Chanakya Krishna appointed Addl. Director, Aion-Tech Solutions Ltd
- Dr Bimal Patel appointed Addl. Director, CARE Ratings Ltd
- Amit Kumar appointed Whole-Time Director, Indo Farm Equipment Ltd
- Chander Mohan Mehra appointed Addl. Director, Ravinder Heights Ltd
- Chandra Kumar Dhanuka appointed Ind. Director, Shree Cement Ltd
- Rajesh Chinubhai Sutaria appointed Addl. Director, Mishtann Foods Ltd
Ramjhim Prasad is likely to be appointed new Member of the CBIC. She is 1991 batch IRS (C&IC) officer.
In the final round if Delhi sources are to be believed now senior most IAS officer in the cadre Secretary of the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances and the Department of Pension and Pensioners' Welfare in GoI V Srinivas has emerged frontrunner followed by Rajat Mishra. Srinivas, who is 1989 batch IAS officer, is being sent with instructions to deal Rajasthan affairs with wishes of the Centre.
Although there are high chances that the Jharkhand acting DGP Tadasha Mishra will get an extension but in case, the Jharkhand government preferred otherwise, then 1992-batch IPS officer Prashant Singh and 1993-batch IPS officer MS Bhatia have chances. Both the IPS officers are currently posted in Jharkhand and are above Mishra in service seniority. The sources claimed that the state government is expected to name a full-time DGP in the coming days. Until then, Tadasha Mishra’s leadership is being closely observed for her ability to maintain law and order and inspire a more inclusive Police culture.
Parag Jain, Secretary, Research & Analysis Wing (R&AW), has been assigned an additional charge of Secretary (Security), Cabinet Secretariat till the appointment of a regular incumbent. He is a 1989 batch IPS officer of Punjab cadre.
Rajasthan’s outgoing Chief Secretary Sudhansh Pant is the second Chief Secretary in state to have been transferred to centre in between, before completing the tenure. Rajiv Mehrishi was the first one. He too left in-between to join as Finance Secretary in 2014. Though two former Chief Secretaries CK Mathew and DB Gupta too, had to leave their posts mid way but they remained in Rajasthan cadre only.
Ms Shalini has been inducted as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). She is a 2011 batch IPS officer of UP cadre.
Rajasthan Chief Secretary Sudhansh Pant, IAS 1991 batch (Rajasthan cadre), is set for an early transfer to the Centre as Secretary, Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, effective December 1, 2025. Pant, who took charge as Chief Secretary on January 1, 2024, after serving as Health Secretary at the Centre, is the second Rajasthan Chief Secretary to be shifted to the Centre mid-tenure—following Rajiv Mehrishi in 2014. Scheduled to retire in February 2027, Pant’s move signals strong central government control over Rajasthan’s bureaucracy. Pant was known as the vital link between the Centre and Rajasthan.
Kaustuva Dipta Pany, formerly Joint Director (MR), Railway Board, has been selected for deputation to the Odisha Government as Joint Secretary to Government and Commissioner, Rail Coordination, Commerce & Transport Department, for a period of three years with effect from September 8, 2025. He is an Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) officer.
At 59, Prem Kumar, a 1994-batch Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer, radiates the energy of a man half his age. Recently appointed as Managing Director of Chhattisgarh Rajya Van Vikas Nigam Limited, he has held several high-responsibility roles that can easily drain even the toughest officers. So, IFS Prem Kumar discovered his own formula to stay stress-free, centered, and motivated and that keeps his good cholesterol(HDL) elevated and bad cholesterol (LDL) and Triglyceride under control.
His secret? A unique blend of Cold Bath Therapy, the Wim Hof Breathing Technique, and the ever-faithful companion—cycling. Stay tuned to know the officer’s secret to distress management — Cold Bath Therapy and Wim Hof Breathing Technique.
(Catch the full story in the December 2025 English and Hindi magazine editions!)
The WAPCOS Limited has decided to discontinue further extension of engagement of contract employees.
Nitin Kumar Yadav, Additional Secretary, Commerce, has been assigned an additional charge of Chairman-cum-Managing Director, India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO). He is a 2000 batch IAS officer of Haryana cadre.
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Anil Kumar, Chief General Manager, NDFDC, has been assigned an additional charge of CMD, National Divyangjan Finance and Development Corporation (NDFDC) till March 11, 2026.
Ms Abhilasha Jha Mishra, Member Secretary at Joint Secretary level, National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), has been given premature repatriation to her parent cadre. She is a 2000 batch IRAS officer.
Puneet Bijaraniya has been appointed as Deputy Secretary in the Central Vigilance Commission. He is a 2013 batch IPoS officer.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has refused to comment on potential procurement/local manufacturing of Su-57, fueling ongoing whispers about it as a contender in MRFA (114 fighter) program or alternative to delayed deals. Russia may re-enter with Su-75 post-Aero India 2025.
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) has approved a historic recruitment drive for the post of Assistant Coach (Level-06, Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC) in the Sports Authority of India (SAI). This will mark the first major induction since 2017 and represents the largest recruitment exercise ever undertaken for this vital cadre in Indian sports.More than 320 vacancies across over 25 sports disciplines will be filled through direct recruitment.
The government chose Vijay Sakhare for the Red Fort blast investigation due to his exceptional credentials in counter-terrorism and crime-solving. Sakhare, a 1996-batch Kerala cadre IPS officer, currently serves as Additional Director General of NIA after a rapid rise within the agency following his promotion in September 2025. He has proven expertise in dismantling complex terror networks, notably investigating Popular Front of India cases and handling multi-state terror modules in Kerala. Sakhare’s leadership in high-profile cases, such as communal killings and political murders, evidences his strategic and operational acumen.
He holds a master’s degree from Harvard University, equipping him with advanced policy, management, and analytical skills. Sakhare’s professional reputation is built on his ability to coordinate multi-agency investigations and drive exhaustive evidence-gathering—key requirements for the current probe, which spans three states and involves over 1,000 CCTV scans and digital forensics. The appointment reflects the government’s confidence in his experience, integrity, and effectiveness in handling sensitive national security cases at the highest level.
Predictions of AI-integrated training for IAS/IPS (e.g., lane discipline models from Jaipur IG Rahul Prakash, IPS) expanding nationwide by 2026, reducing road fatalities 20%. Speculation on central deputations rising 15% for cooperation ministry roles amid global trade pacts.
Ex-bureaucrats’ proposal for a “green bonus” to Himalayan states and revised ecological value evaluations (amid disasters) is gaining traction. Whispers predict this could upend IFoS postings, prioritising disaster-resilient officers in Northeast/Western Ghats by mid-2026.
With ISFR 2023 delays fueling speculation of 2-3% forest cover drop (especially unclassified areas under Godavarman judgment), experts predict MoEFCC-led audits by Q1 2026. Whispers suggest IFoS promotions tied to carbon credit pilots, with 50+ officers eyed for international postings. Privatisation rumors in Maharashtra forests (sanitising wildlife for markets) spark backlash, predicting policy reversals.
Ms Monika has been appointed as Senior Manager, Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED), at Jaipur. She is a 2015 batch ISS officer.
Vikas Raizada has been appointed as Deputy General Manager, Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED), Chandigarh. He is a 2012 batch IOFS officer.
Rahul Raja has been appointed as Deputy Secretary in the Department of Defence. He is a 2014 batch IRS-C&IT officer.
Vikas Khera has been appointed a Deputy Secretary in the Department of Defence. He is a 2014 batch IRTS officer.
Pawan Kumar has been appointed as Deputy Secretary in the Department of Defence. He is a 2014 batch IA&AS officer.
Two officers of Indian Postal Service (IPoS) have been promoted to HAG and given new postings. Devireddy S V R Murthy has been posted as CPMG, J&K Circle, while Ajay Singh Chauhan will take over as CPMG, Chhattisgarh Circle, following promotion.
Applications have been invited for the post of the Director, Consumer Mobility for the BSNL. Interested candidates can apply to the post till December 10, 2025 and details can be seen at PSEB website.
Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare is seeking to fill the post of Member (Non-Official), Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) from South Zone on contract basis. Applications can be emailed at ajit.kumar68@nic.in .
Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) is seeking Director (Projects). Online applications must reach latest by December 2, 2025. Details can be availed from www.indianrailways.gov.in.
The Union Public Service Commission has released a list of candidates—cleared Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2025—for the Personality Test (Interview) for selection to the Indian Administrative Service, Indian Foreign Service, Indian Police Service and other Central Services (Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’).
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will be conducting Combined Recruitment Test for recruitment to the post of Assistant Legal Advisor in Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance on January 11, 2026. The session will be held at Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi and Vishakhapatnam from 10 am to 12 pm.
Last date to receive applications for various posts in Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SIFO) on deputation basis has been extended. The revised date is November 28, 2025.
ERNET India is seeking to fill up the post of Deputy Administrative Officer, Delhi on contract basis . interviews for the same will be held on November 25, 2025 at 4 pm
Vinod Kumar, formerly Chief Engineer (Construction), Lumding Projects, Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), has been selected for deputation to IRCON International Limited as Executive Director (Civil) at the Corporate Office, New Delhi, for a period of three years with effect from November 3, 2025. He is an Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE) officer.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has apprehended a Junior Engineer, MCD, Najafgarh Zone, Delhi while accepting a bribe of Rs. 10 lakh from the complainant.
Amit Kumar has been appointed as Deputy Secretary in the Ministry of Steel. He is a 2014 batch IDAS officer.
Mrs Mallika Srinivasan has been accorded an extension as Chairperson, Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) for a period of one year upto November 18 2026. Mrs Mallika, who is also CMD, Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited (TAFE), had joined the PESB on April 1, 2021. She gets an extension for the second time.
(We said this on November 12, 2025)
Healthcare major acquired UK-based Practice Plus Group for £183M, its largest global move for diversified footprint.
Gopalakrishnan Soundarajan, Non-Executive Director, Thomas Cook (India) Limited, has been designated as Chairman of the company.
SY Noorani has been re-appointed as Managing Director of Zodiac Clothing Company Limited, effective March 1, 2026.
Mohamed Musaed Abu Nasr Noorani has been appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Non-Independent) of Zodiac Clothing Company Limited.
Jayesh Kanubhai Thakkar has been re-appointed as Joint Managing Director of Gokul Agro Resources Limited, effective from June 9, 2026.
N. Rajender Prasad has been re-designated as Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer of Southern Magnesium & Chemicals Limited.
Prashant Kumar Gupta has been appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of Waa Solar Limited.
Ms. Khushboo Patodi has been re-appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of BR Goyal Infrastructure Limited
Binod Kumar Tulsyan has been appointed as an Additional Director (Independent) of Beekay Steel Industries Limited
Chanakya Bellam Radha Krishna has been appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Non-Independent) of Aion-Tech Solutions Limited
Dr Bimal Patel has been appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Independent) of CARE Ratings Limited.
Amit Kumar has been appointed as Whole-Time Director of Indo Farm Equipment Limited.
Chander Mohan Mehra has been appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Independent) of Ravinder Heights Limited.
Chandra Kumar Dhanuka has been appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of Shree Cement Limited
Rajesh Chinubhai Sutaria has been appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Independent) of Mishtann Foods Limited.
The Bihar Vidhan Sabha Election 2025
The Bihar polls are heating up, and it's shaping up to be a thrilling contest! Exit polls are predicting a comfortable win for the NDA, led by Nitish Kumar's JD(U) and the BJP, with projections ranging from 130 to 160 seats. On the other hand, the Mahagathbandhan, comprising RJD, Congress, and Left parties, is expected to secure around 70-100 seats ¹.
However, Tejashwi Yadav, the RJD leader, is confident of a change in government, dismissing exit polls as "psychological pressure". He believes the increased voter turnout, with over 72 lakh more votes cast compared to 2020, is a sign of people's desire for change.
The election has seen a record voter turnout of 66.91%, with women outvoting men at 71.6% and 62.8%, respectively. The results are expected to be announced on November 14.
While exit polls indicate a strong lead for the NDA, past trends show they can be unpredictable. Will Bihar see a change in government, or will the NDA retain power? The wait is on!
Niti Bansal
Reasons for not calling for the interview by the IIM
The appellant asked the IIM Bangalore to provide the exact and specific reasons regarding why he was not called for the interview for PhD programme. The PIO informed that the Pre-Pi score of the appellant was lower than the cut-off required for the CFI process under the NC-OBC category. The appellant submitted before the CIC that the parameters of shortlisting the candidates had not been provided by the PIO. Moreover, the reasons for not calling him for the interview had also not provided till date. The CIC held that the appellant has sought reasons, which does not fall within the definition of “information” as defined under section 2 (f) of the RTI Act.
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The Hon’ble Bombay High court at Goa in the matter of Dr. Celsa Pinto vs. Goa State Information Commission (W.P. No. 419 of 2007, decision dated 03.04.2008), held that the definition of information cannot include within its fold answers to the question "why" which would be same thing as asking the reason for a justification for a particular thing. The public information authorities cannot be expected to communicate to the citizen the reason why a certain thing was done or not done in the sense of a justification because the citizen makes a requisition about information. Justifications are matter within the domain of adjudicating authorities and cannot properly be classified as information.
Citation: Anshul Bisen v. Indian Institute of Management–Bangalore, Second Appeal No. CIC/IIMBL/A/2024/631898; Date of Decision: 10.10.2025
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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