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Goa BJP to see change, with complete reset upto the top?
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Buzz within the Goa BJP suggests an imminent change of guard, with senior leadership considering a complete reset at the top. Insiders hint that the move stems from growing dissatisfaction among cadres and reports of strained coordination between the party organization and the government. Delhi is said to be closely monitoring local dynamics, assessing fresh options to rejuvenate the unit ahead of key electoral exercises. Several names are reportedly doing the rounds for the top post, with the central leadership likely to emphasize both loyalty and grassroots connection. The shake-up, if confirmed, could significantly alter Goa’s BJP power structure.
Subsidy increase for PMSGY, giving push to Solar in the upcoming budget?
The government is likely to enhance subsidy allocations under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGY) in the upcoming Budget to boost solar adoption. Subsidy for residential rooftop systems up to 2 kW may rise from Rs 30,000/kW to Rs 40,000/kW, while installations between 2–3 kW continue to get Rs 18,000/kW, with total subsidy capped at Rs 78,000. The move targets 10 million solar installations by FY27, compared to around 1.6 million completed as of July 2025. Sources also indicate a new small hydro policy may be unveiled, with financial support for projects up to 25 MW. Overall renewable energy allocations could exceed Rs 26,500 crore, as proposed by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy.
- Modi unlikely to get further extension
- Sadanand Vasant Date likely to be new DGP, Maharashtra?
- Brajesh Kumar Singh recommended for MD & CEO, Canara Bank
- Budget Speculations and Predictions
- Himachal CM Praises Chief Secretary Amid Bureaucratic Tussles?
- IPS officer Mahesh Kumar Agarwal moves to BSF
- Know the Negotiator & all-women team Behind India-New Zealand FTA
- Three IPS officers get new postings in Chhattisgarh
- Post of Guriqbla Singh upgraded as Director, MHA
- Post of Lalit Jain upgraded to Director level
- Post of Ms Iva Ashish Srivastava upgraded to Director level
- Four officers confirmed into IAS in Himachal
- Gayatri Prasad Gattupalli only Board level contender for CMD, BDL
- IIM Expansion in Hyderabad
- JDC, Visakhapatnam post advertised
- JRF for Formulation of Rubber Compounds project sought
- Alka N Arora promoted to ACGDA grade (HAG+)
- Two IDAS officers get new postings
- MPA advertises Joint Director post
- Tenure of Mrs Chitra Devi as DCO/DCR, Manipur extended
- RVNL seeks AGM-S&T, Chennai
- TRAI, New Delhi seeks two Associate Consultants for Legal division
- World Bank seeks Digital Specialist for Seoul, South Korea
- BMRCL seeks to fill senior posts in O&M Wing
- Uday Borwankar to continue as DG, RDSO
- PK Mishra to continue as GM, RCF
- Nitin Hotchandani appointed NE Director, Agribio Spirits Ltd
- Arvind Vegda resigns NE Director, Omega Interactive Technologies Ltd
- Sajeesh Kumar is also Commissioner, CMPFO (UPDATED)
- Tenure of Ms Gitanjali Gupta as Additional Secretary, NITI Aayog extended (UPDATED)
- Saravana Kumar is also Member Secretary, National Capital Region Planning Board (UPDATED)
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P C Modi, who is presently posted as the Secretary General Rajya Sabha is unlikely to get further extension. His term is expiring shortly.
Sadanand Vasant Date, DG, NIA, has been given premature repatriation. Date, who belongs to a 1990 batch IPS officer of Maharashtra cadre, is expected to succeed incumbent Rashmi Shukla completing her tenure as DGP.
The name of Brajesh Kumar Singh has been recommended for the position of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of Canara Bank.
Whispers suggest a 20% boost to the FY26 defence budget (from ₹6.81 lakh crore to ₹8.17 lakh crore), with R&D allocation rising to ₹35,000-40,000 crore—a major long-term win for innovation. However, the 7th Pay Commission could divert funds to salaries and pensions. Predictions emphasize needs for procurement reforms, larger orders to build ecosystems, and mission-mode R&D focus. Capex must rise by ₹45,000 crore for meaningful impact.
Despite the continuing tussles within the lower bureaucracy in Himachal Pradesh, a recent closed-door meeting at the state secretariat indicated a rare moment of harmony at the top. According to officials aware of the developments, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu lauded Chief Secretary Sanjay Gupta for his proactive administrative handling and steady leadership amid ongoing turf issues between various departments. The CM reportedly appreciated Gupta’s role in ensuring policy continuity and streamlining governance processes, especially in developmental projects that had faced bureaucratic delays. The praise is being viewed in bureaucratic circles as a signal of the CM’s confidence in the senior-most officer, even as challenges remain within the lower rungs of the administrative machinery. Insiders suggest the chief secretary’s ability to maintain coordination with district-level officers despite persistent factionalism has helped preserve the momentum of key initiatives in the hill state.
A 1994 batch IPS of Tamil Nadu cadre was transferred from Special DG, CB-CID to Special DG, Human Rights, BSF (central deputation).
Petal Dhillon emerges as the driving force behind India's landmark Free Trade Agreement with New Zealand, leading an all-women team that sealed the deal in just nine months. As chief negotiator, this seasoned diplomat spearheaded talks on tariffs, services, and market access, overcoming hurdles in dairy and agriculture. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal hailed the "women-led" effort as a milestone, eliminating duties on 100% of New Zealand lines for Indian exports while securing visas and $20 billion in investments. Dhillon's strategic acumen hasboosted bilateral trade, positioning India strongly in the Indo-Pacific. A beacon for gender parity in trade diplomacy.
Three IPS officers have been given new postings in Chhattisgarh. Indira Kalyan Elesela has been appointed as DIG, CG Armed Force Northern Range, Sarguja, while Nikhil Ashok Kumar Rakhecha will join as SP, Kanker and Vedvrat Sirmour was made SP, Gariyaband.
The post of Guriqbla Singh has been upgraded as Director in the Ministry of Home Affairs. He is a 2012 batch IPS officer of AGMUT cadre.
The post of Lalit Jain as DCO/DCR, Haryana has been upgraded to Director level. He is a 2011 batch IAS officer of HP cadre.
The post of Ms Iva Ashish Srivastava as DCO/DCR, Uttarakhand has been upgraded to Director level. She is a 2010 batch IAS officer of Uttarakhand cadre.
Four officers of Indian Administrative Service, borne on the State Cadre of Himachal Pradesh, have been confirmed into IAS. The officers are: Rakesh Sharma, Dr Ashwani Kumar Sharma, Anupam Kashyap and Yash Paul Sharma.
Gayatri Prasad Gattupalli, Director Finance, BDL, appears to be only Board level contender for the post of Chairman-cum-Managing Director, Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL).
Telangana CM A. Revanth Reddy urged the Centre to establish an IIM in Hyderabad, citing the city’s growth in tech, life sciences, and manufacturing. Whispers in state circles predict this could lead to faculty transfers from existing IIMs (e.g., Bangalore or Ahmedabad) by mid-2026, boosting regional higher ed hubs. No official confirmation, but it’s trending as a Viksit Bharat-aligned push.
Post of Joint Development Commissioner (JDC), Visakhapatnam has been advertised by Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Details can be availed from the ministry’s website.
Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering and Technology (CIPET:IPT), Raipur is seeking Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for the project Formulation of Rubber Compounds. Applications must reach latest by January 5, 2025.
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Name of Alka Nangia Arora has been approved for empanelment for promotions to the grade of Additional Controller General of Defence Accounts (HAG+). She is a 1991 batch IDAS officer.
Two IDAS officers have been transferred and given new postings. These officers and their new postings include Dr Vandana Kumar (PIFA (O&M), New Delhi) and Dr Ajai Kumar Pradyot (PIFA (AF), New Delhi) . They belong to 1992 and 1995 batches respectively.
Mumbai Port Authority (MPA) has advertised the post of Joint Director. Applications for the same must reach latest by January 30, 2026.
The central deputation tenure of Mrs Chitra Devi working as DCO/DCR, Manipur, has been extended upto September 5, 2028. He is a 2009 batch IAS officer of Manipur cadre.
Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) has invited applications from IRSSE/ S&T department officers for the post of Additional General Manager (S&T), Chennai on deputation basis. Details can be availed from the ministry’s website.
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), New Delhi has advertised two posts of Associate Consultant (Legal) on contract basis. Applications must reach latest by January 1, 2026.
World Bank is seeking Digital Specialist for Seoul, South Korea. Applications must reach latest by January 16, 2026.
Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has invited applications for senior posts in the O&M Wing. These posts include General Manager (Signalling/Telecom), Deputy Manager (Operations) and Deputy General Manager (Safety). Applications must reach latest by January 15, 2026.
Uday Borwankar, General Manager (GM), North Eastern Railway (NER), will continue to look after the duties of the post of Director General, Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO), in addition to his own duties, for a further period of three months.
PK Mishra, General Manager (GM), Modern Coach Factory (MCF), will continue to look after the duties of the post of General Manager, Rail Coach Factory (RCF), in addition to his own duties, for a further period of three months.
Nitin Ghanshyam Hotchandani has been appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of Agribio Spirits Limited.
Arvind Vegda has resigned from the position of Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of Omega Interactive Technologies Limited.
Sajeesh Kumar N, Coal Controller, Coal Controller Organization, has been assigned an additional charge of Commissioner, CMPFO for a period of six months. He is a 2002 batch IRTS officer.
The central deputation tenure of Ms Gitanjali Gupta working as Additional Secretary, NITI Aayog has been extended for a period of two years upto February 3, 2028. She is a 1996 batch IAS officer of AGMUT cadre.
N Saravana Kumar, Vice Chairman, DDA, has been assigned an additional charge of Member Secretary, National Capital Region Planning Board till the appointment of a regular incumbent. He is a 2000 batch IAS officer of Bihar cadre.
Infosys expansions on government-allotted lands in Chennai (Mahindra City) and other southern cities highlight privatisation trends, with critiques on public wealth transfer to private empires.
Anuj Kumar has been re-appointed as Managing Director of Computer Age Management Services Limited.
Vijay Singh Chauhan has been appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of TIL Limited.
Mrs Manju Bagga has resigned from the position of Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of Simplex Realty Limited.
Nirmal Sahijwani has resigned from the position of Whole-time Director of Mirza International Limited.
Tough and Tight Struggle
There will be a tough and tight struggle for DMK. Definitely, it is going to be tough for retaining power.
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Do the details of my passing out match with the official records?
The appellant gave his enrollment number and submitted that he had completed his Diploma in Civil Engineering from a particular University in 2014. He wanted to verify whether these details match with the official data records. The PIO informed that the UGC does not verify the Validation of documents and requested the appellant to approach the concerned University. The CIC observed that the Appellant did not seek for any information as envisaged under Section 2(f) of the RTI Act, rather he sought for clarification or confirmation of a speculative statement. While the PIO attempted to facilitate the Appellant by giving a clarification as though replying to a grievance petition, but the PIO ought to have specified that the Appellant has not asked for any information per se.
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In purely legal terms, the role of the PIO is restricted to providing what is covered under the definition of the term “information” as defined under Section 2(f) of the RTI Act. It would be prudent for the PIO to examine whether the request of the applicant is within the parameters of section 2(f) of the RTI Act and take action accordingly.
Citation: Praveen Kumar v. University Grants Commission, Second Appeal No. CIC/UGCOM/A/2024/658054; Date of Decision: 13.10.2025
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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