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WB is likely to have a 3-tier Law & Order
The Suvendu Adhikari-led BJP government is going to give top priority to Law and Order in the State. According to sources, the government has reportedly decided to have a three layer Law and Order system.
How many MLAs will leave the Punjab AAP?
In political circles, rumours are high that the Punjab government's days are numbered. They said that one should not be surprised if a handsome number of MLAs say goodbye to the party.
Famous astrologer as OSD political affairs for CM Vijay
Tamil Nadu’s new Chief Minister Vijay has surprised everyone by picking famous astrologer Radhan Pandit as his OSD (Officer on Special Duty). Notably, Radhan Pandit was also linked with former Chief Minister Jayalalithaa, and he came into the spotlight after he had predicted that Vijay would become the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and that the political landscape of Tamil Nadu was going to change very soon.
Will Iran FM’s Visit to New Delhi Put MEA to task as BRICS Is likely to be Shadowed by West Asia Mediations?
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi’s expected visit to New Delhi for the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting sets the stage for a diplomatically sensitive convergence, as competing geopolitical currents intersect in the Indian capital.
The visit comes amid renewed global attention on Tehran, with Donald Trump’s parallel outreach to China reshaping the strategic calculus. Beijing’s emerging role as a mediator between Washington and Tehran adds another layer of complexity, particularly as Chinese representatives will also be present in New Delhi for the BRICS engagement.
For India, the optics and substance of this visit are equally delicate. New Delhi has carefully balanced its ties with Iran critical for connectivity projects like Chabahar while deepening strategic alignment with the United States and managing an increasingly competitive relationship with China.
The BRICS platform, traditionally positioned as a counterweight to Western blocs, now risks becoming a theatre for overlapping negotiations and quiet signaling among rivals.
Against this backdrop, Araghchi’s interactions in New Delhi could extend beyond multilateral talking points, potentially serving as a channel for indirect messaging amid shifting alignments involving Washington, Beijing, and Tehran.
- Assam set for Bureaucratic continuity, like never seen in NE
- BSF to now gain more prominence in West Bengal
- Return of senior Kerala cadre IAS officers
- Tenure of Ghanshyam Upadhyay as Joint Director, CBI extended
- Tenure of Rajiv Ranjan as Joint Director, CBI extended
- Fating Rahul Haridas appointed as PS to Rajiv Ranjan Singh
- Paresh R Ranapara selected as Director (Pers), NHPC Ltd
- Sugandh Rajaram appointed as Ambassador to Peru
- Vinod Bahade appointed as Ambassador to Colombia
- Nine Advocates recommended as Judges of Calcutta HC
- Additional charge of CMD, BSNL to Ravi A Robert Jerad extended
- Shifts in northern districts in Kerala bureaucracy
- Three ICAS officers transferred
- Four Assistant Accounts Officers shifted
- Selective Kerala cadre IAS officers to be recalled
- Paresh Agarwal in race for Director (DD), CONCOR
- Interviews for CMD, Yantra India Limited May 16
- Jain likely to be promoted DG in UP
- Who will become Spl Commissioner Law &Order in Delhi?
- MP to shine globally through international tourism TV series
- Two ITS officers promoted as Advisors
- IP&TAFS officer appointed as Director, UPSC
- ITS officer grants VRS
- DFCCIL advertises DGM-IT post
- RVNL seeks CPM-Civil
- Rail Vikas Nigam Limited has invited applications from IRSEE officers for the post of Chief Project Manager-Civil, Bengaluru on deputation basis. Applications must reach latest by June 3, 2026.
- Vacancies for Sr Admin Officers, DRDO advertised
- Candidates for Asstt Legal Advisor in ED shortlisted
- As many as 24 candidates have been shortlisted for five vacancies for the post of Assistant Legal Advisor in Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance. Interview dates will be announced shortly.
- Post of Chairman & Managing Director, BHEL advertised
- Last date to apply for four posts of Mahadayi PRAWAH extended
- Four IAS officers get new jobs in Tamil Nadu
- Ms Bubble Yadav moved as Joint Director, Establishment (GC), Railway Board
- Sukhmal Chand Jain to look after duties of AM (Works), Railway Board
- Aravind BA appointed Manager (HRMS), CRIS
- Dilip Gupta appointed GM (CPPG), CRIS
- Arun Kumar Chettu appointed Manager (HRMS), CRIS
- Sanjiv Kumar appointed GM (HRD), CRIS
- Ravi Kumar appointed GM (HRMS-II), CRIS
- Munish Arora appointed GM (PSU), CRIS
- Ms Ruheena Tufail Khan appointed Manager (HRD), CRIS
- Ms Neelam Chandra appointed Director (System), MPMRCL
- Dr. R Kishore Kumar posted as CMS/Bangalore, SWR
- Rakesh Chopdar re-appointed Chairman & CEO, Azad Engineering Ltd
- Mrs Jyoti Chopdar re-appointed Whole-Time Director, Azad Engineering Ltd
- Vishnu Malpani re-appointed Whole-Time Director, Azad Engineering Ltd
- Dinesh Munot re-appointed Chairman, ZF Steering Gear (India) Ltd
- Utkarsh Munot re-appointed MD, ZF Steering Gear (India) Ltd
- Abhijit Roy re-appointed MD & CEO, Berger Paints India Ltd
- Sajid Ali Mondal appointed Addl. Director, Vasudhagama Enterprises Ltd
- Bhavik Natyya re-designated ED, Vasudhagama Enterprises Ltd
- Rakesh Duda re-appointed MD, Taneja Aerospace & Aviation Ltd
- Ms Nishi Vasudeva appointed Addl. Director, Tata Power Company Ltd
- Sunil Roongta re-appointed Whole-Time Director, Borosil Renewables Ltd
Assam is poised to witness one of the most stable bureaucratic line-ups across the Northeast, with strong indications of high retention within the administrative machinery under Himanta Biswa Sarma’s second term. According to top observers tracking governance patterns in the region, a significant cohort of relatively young IAS and state cadre officers who were given key responsibilities during Sarma 1.0 are now entering a phase of administrative maturity.
These officers, having gained hands-on experience across departments such as finance, home, infrastructure, and social sectors, are expected to provide continuity in policy execution and institutional memory. The stability is seen as a deliberate political-administrative choice, aimed at sustaining momentum in flagship schemes, investment facilitation, and law-and-order consolidation.
Unlike frequent reshuffles seen in several Northeastern states, Assam’s approach signals a shift toward long-term bureaucratic positioning, where performance and familiarity with the state’s complex socio-political landscape are being prioritized. Analysts note that this continuity could translate into faster decision-making and improved inter-departmental coordination.
If sustained, Assam’s bureaucratic model may emerge as a template for administrative stability in the Northeast, particularly in states navigating political transitions and governance challenges.
Under the new BJP regime in West Bengal, the Border Security Force is set to gain more prominence.
Potential elevation or return of senior Kerala cadre IAS like those promoted recently (e.g., Minhaj Alam, A P M Mohammed Hanish) or returnees from deputation for Finance or Planning roles.
The tenure of Ghanshyam Upadhyay as Joint Director, Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has been extended for a period of two years upto June 29, 2028. He is a 1999 batch IPS officer of Odisha cadre.
The tenure of Rajiv Ranjan as Joint Director, Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has been extended for a period of two years upto May 30, 2028.
Fating Rahul Haridas has been appointed as Private Secretary to Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Panchayati Raj & Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying in addition. He is a 2012 batch IAS officer of MP cadre.
Paresh R Ranpara, Director (Human Resources), Grid Controller of India Limited, has been selected for the post of Director (Personnel), NHPC Limited at a Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) meeting held on May 12, 2026. As many as 11 persons were interviewed for the same
C Sugandh Rajaram, presently Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Peru. He is a 2001 batch IFS officer.
Dr Vinod J Bahade, presently Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Colombia. He is a 2007 batch IFS officer.
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the names of nine Advocates for appointment as Judges of the Calcutta High Court. They are: Indranil Roy, Aryak Dutt, Atarup Banerjee, Sandip Kumar De, Partha Pratim Roy, Sudip Deb, Anuj Singh, Arjun Ray Mukherjee, and Rishad Medora.
Additional charge of Chairman of CMD, BSNL to Ravi A Robert Jerad has been extended for a period of six months from April 15, 2026. Jerad is presently posted as CMD, MTNL.
Revenue, Health, Education, and Tourism to priority reshuffles. Officers experienced in public-private partnerships or World Bank projects preferred.
Three ICAS officers have been transferred. Ms Priyanka Charan has been appointed as Deputy Controller of Accounts, Ministry of Home Affairs, New Delhi, while Manoj Meena joined as Deputy Controller of Accounts, Ministry of Education, New Delhi and Korupolu Satya Dharma Pratap is now Deputy Controller of Accounts, Central Board of Indirect Taxes, New Delhi.
Four Assistant Accounts Officers (AAOs) have been shifted. Vishal Sharma, Vaibhav Shakya and Pranshu Singh have been shifted to the office of CGA, Delhi, while Satyadeo Prasad will join the Ministry of I&B, Delhi.
Selective recall of Kerala cadre officers from central deputation for economic revival roles. Officers strongly associated with LDF policies in sensitive posts may be moved to advisory or less influential positions. Smoother transition due to Kerala's professional bureaucracy. Initiatives likely include debt consolidation drives, tourism revival, Gulf/NRI investment cells, and tweaks to welfare schemes. Emphasis on performance audits and reduced political interference.
Paresh Agarwal, GGM, CONCOR, is in the race for the post of Director (Domestic Division), Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR
The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) is holding interviews for the post of Chairman-cum-Managing Director, Yantra India Limited on May 16, 2026.
Ashok Mutha Jain is likely to be promoted as DG in June He is a UP cadre IPS officer. He is presently posted in Gorakhpur Zone.
After the departure of Madhup Tiwari to Arunachal Pradesh, a race is going on to grab the post of Special Commissioner Law & Order in Delhi Police. Names of two AGMUT Cadre IPS officers are doing the rounds for the post. They are Anil Shukla and Devesh Srivastava.
Madhya Pradesh’s rich heritage, wildlife, spirituality, and tribal culture are set to gain global recognition through an international television series titled Rural Tourism of the World, currently being filmed across the state by Spain-based production house Colors Communication Group (RTVV). The series will be broadcast in over 80 countries, showcasing Madhya Pradesh as a major tourism and filming destination. According to MP Tourism Board (MPTB) MD Dr. Ilayaraja T., the project is the result of the state government’s collaboration with Spain under an MoU signed earlier this year. The initiative is being seen as a landmark step in promoting state on the global tourism map. The project took shape during FITUR Madrid 2026, one of the world’s leading tourism fairs, where officials from MP Tourism presented the state’s tourism and filming potential before international stakeholders. The series will feature UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Sanchi Stupa and Bhimbetka Rock Shelters, along with the scenic landscapes of Satpura National Park, Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve, and the Tawa region. Rural and tribal life in places like Tamia, Sabarwani, and Dhusawani will also be highlighted through Gond art, village homestays, local cuisine, and traditional lifestyles. The spiritual grandeur of Shri Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Ujjain will also be showcased. Spanish director Juan Frutos described the experience of filming in state as extraordinary, praising the region’s hospitality and cultural richness.
The DoT has promoted 2 ITS officers to HAG+ and posted as Advisors. Accordingly, Deepa Arora posted as Spl DDT, AP LSA and Arun Kumar Verma as Spl DGT, WB LSA.
Shailesh Bansal has been appointed as Director, UPSC under the CSS for a period of five years. He is a 2011 batch IP&TAFS officer.
The DoT has approved the VRS to Ashok Maheshwar, PGM Rajasthan Circle w e f May 12, 2026. He is 1994 batch ITS officer.
Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited has advertised the post of Deputy General Manager (IT). Applications must reach latest by May 31, 2026.
Rail Vikas Nigam Limited has invited applications from IRSEE officers for the post of Chief Project Manager-Civil, Bengaluru on deputation basis. Applications must reach latest by June 3, 2026.
One vacancy for the post of Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering (Heat Transfer) in College of Military Engineering, Pune, Ministry of Defence has been advertised. Applications must reach latest by May 29, 2026.
Twenty Nine vacancies for the post of Senior Administrative Officer Grade-II in Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO), Department of Defence Research and Development, Ministry of Defence has been advertised. Applications must reach latest by May 29, 2026.
As many as 24 candidates have been shortlisted for five vacancies for the post of Assistant Legal Advisor in Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance. Interview dates will be announced shortly.
Ministry of Tribal Affairs is seeking to engage retired government servant as Consultant in Constitutional & Legal Matters (CLM) in New Delhi. Applications must reach latest by May 20, 2026.
Post of Chairman & Managing Director, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has been advertised. Applications must reach latest by June 4, 2026.
Last date to apply for four posts of Mahadayi PRAWAH (Progressive River Authority for Welfare & Harmony) on deputation basis has been extended. These posts include one each of Member (Environmental Issues, Hydrology, and Monitoring and Regulation) and Director Finance. Details can be availed from jalshakti-dowr.gov.in, and dopt.gov.in.
Four IAS officers have been given new jobs in Tamil Nadu. N Muruganandam has been appointed as ACS/Commissioner, Revenue Administration and Disaster Management, while M A Siddique is posted as ACS, Finance and Dr S Swarna will take charge as PS, Tourism, Culture and Religious Endowments. Besides, K Nanthakumar was shifted as MD, Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation.
Ms. Bubble Yadav, presently serving in Northern Railway (NR), has been transferred to Railway Board and posted as Joint Director, Establishment (GC), Railway Board. She is an Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) officer.
Sukhmal Chand Jain, presently serving as Additional Member (Land & Amenities), Railway Board, has been detailed to look after the duties of the post of Additional Member (Works), Railway Board, in addition to his own, till May 24, 2026. He is an Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE) officer.
Aravind BA, formerly posted as Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Dy. CPO), Southern Railway (SR), has been selected for deputation to Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) as Manager (HRMS) at Chennai for a period of five years from the date of relief, which is June 18, 2024. He is an Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) officer.
Dilip Gupta, formerly posted as Chief Materials Manager/Electrical (CMM/Elect.), North Central Railway (NCR), has been selected for deputation to Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) as General Manager (CPPG) at New Delhi for a period of five years from the date of relief, which is March 18, 2026. He is an Indian Railway Stores Service (IRSS) officer.
Arun Kumar Chettu, formerly posted as Chairman/Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Hubballi (UBL), South Western Railway (SWR), has been selected for deputation to Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) as Manager (HRMS) at Bangalore for a period of five years from the date of relief, which is June 6, 2024. He is an Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) officer.
Sanjiv Kumar, formerly posted as Chief Personnel Officer/Administration (CPO/A), North Central Railway (NCR), has been selected for deputation to Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) as General Manager (HRD) at New Delhi for a period of five years from the date of relief, which is July 8, 2024. He is an Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) officer.
Ravi Kumar, formerly posted as Chief Personnel Officer (CPO), South Eastern Railway (SER), has been selected for deputation to Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) as General Manager (HRMS-II) at New Delhi for a period of five years from the date of relief, which is February 27, 2024. He is an Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) officer.
Munish Arora, formerly posted in North Central Railway (NCR), has been selected for deputation to Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) as General Manager (PSU) at New Delhi for a period of five years from the date of relief, which is January 29, 2026, or till the date of his superannuation on April 30, 2028, whichever is earlier. He is an Indian Railway Stores Service (IRSS) officer.
Ms. Ruheena Tufail Khan, formerly posted as Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Dy. CPO), South East Central Railway (SECR), has been selected for deputation to Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) as Manager (HRD) at New Delhi for a period of five years from the date of relief, which is March 13, 2026. She is an Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) officer.
Ms Neelam Chandra, presently serving in Eastern Railway (ER), has been selected for deputation to Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (MPMRCL) as Director (System) for a period of five years. She is an Indian Railway Service of Electrical Engineers (IRSEE) officer.
Dr. R Kishore Kumar, presently serving as Chief Medical Superintendent (CMS), Nagpur (NGP), South East Central Railway (SECR), has been transferred to South Western Railway (SWR), and posted as CMS/Bangalore. He is an Indian Railway Health Service (IRHS) officer.
Rakesh Chopdar has been re-appointed as Whole-Time Director, Chairman and CEO of Azad Engineering Limited.
Mts Jyoti Chopdar has been re-appointed as Whole-Time Director of Azad Engineering Limited.
Vishnu Malpani has been re-appointed as Whole-Time Director of Azad Engineering Limited.
Dinesh Munot has been re-appointed as Chairman and Whole-Time Director of ZF Steering Gear (India) Limited with effect from July 28, 2026.
Utkarsh Munot has been re-appointed as Managing Director of ZF Steering Gear (India) Limited with effect from May 19, 2026.
Abhijit Roy has been re-appointed as Managing Director and CEO of Berger Paints India Limited with effect from July 1, 2027.
Sajid Ali Mondal has been appointed as Additional Director of Vasudhagama Enterprises Limited.
Bhavik Natyya has been re-designated from Additional Director to Executive Director of Vasudhagama Enterprises Limited.
Rakesh Duda has been re-appointed as Managing Director of Taneja Aerospace & Aviation Limited with effect from May 16, 2026.
Ms Nishi Vasudeva has been appointed as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Director of Tata Power Company Limited.
Sunil Roongta has been re-appointed as Whole-Time Director of Borosil Renewables Limited with effect from May 27, 2027.
Cancellation of NEET-UG 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 exam held on May 3 after allegations of paper leak. The Government has asked the CBI to look into the matter. Leaking paper is now common in the country. Government should ensure the sanctity of the exams.
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PIO should transfer the RTI Application to the concerned branch
The appellant sought the copy of Letter from competent authority for Lok Sabha Elections held in Delhi in May 2024 and the list of RCS staff deputed for election duty from the Registrar of Co-Operative Societies, GNCTD, regarding Bannu Biradari CGHS Ltd. The Appellant contended that the PIO neither forwarded the RTI Application to the Administration branch nor gathered the information from the concerned record holder. The CIC observed that the CPIO’s reply is prima-facie evasive/misleading. The CIC further observed that the PIO ought to have forwarded the RTI Application to the Administration branch or should have sought the assistance of the concerned record holder as per Section 5(4) of the RTI Act. Further, the CIC commented that the FAA is also found to have abdicated the statutory duty under the RTI Act. The CIC directed to provide the information permissible under RTI Act. Noting the absence of the PIO or an authorized representative during the hearing, the CIC directed the PIO to send a proper written explanation stating the reasons for acting in defiance of the stipulations contained in the notice of hearing.
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The PIO is expected to seek the help of the holder of information under section 5(4) of the RTI Act. The concerned individual whose assistance is sought to provide the information is the deemed PIO.
Citation: Adarsh Kumar Dua v. Registrar of Co-Operative Societies, GNCTD, Second Appeal No. CIC/RECOS/A/2024/139457; Date of Decision: 22.01.2026
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