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Why did Shivraj Singh Chauhan praise Amit Shah ?

After writing a book on PM Narendra Modi, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan showered all praises  on Home Minister Amit Shah. In a function  ,he    said “ honourable Amit Bhai Shahji is the ideal embodiment   of Modi’s Fit India Movement. He said how to stay healthy people  should learn lessons from “Amit Bhai Shaji”.

 

Will Jitu Patwari move to Central Congress Politics ?

Insiders  say that President of the Madhya Pradesh Congress Committee Jitu Patwari is being elevated  for important national role.

 

Cabinet Reset Imminent on July 1? Signals Point to Key Government Announcements

Sources indicate that July 1 could mark a significant moment for the government, with a series of announcements expected and the possible initiation of cabinet-level changes. Senior officials across ministries have reportedly been instructed to remain present in the national capital, suggesting coordinated developments rather than routine administrative updates.

While there has been no official confirmation, multiple indicators point toward a structured rollout of decisions that may include ministerial reshuffles, portfolio realignments, and policy messaging tied to governance priorities ahead of a politically sensitive period. The timing aligns with internal reviews that have been underway within key ministries, as well as feedback mechanisms linked to performance and electoral considerations.

Government insiders suggest that logistical preparations have been unusually comprehensive, reinforcing the view that any announcements could carry both administrative and political weight. If confirmed, this would be the most notable cabinet recalibration in recent months, potentially reshaping decision-making dynamics within the administration.

All eyes will now be on July 1 as the government moves from internal consultations to possible public declarations.

 

Is Ashwini Vaishnaw Emerging as the Government’s New Media Pivot, but with a Change?

Sources within the government indicate a quiet but notable shift in the Centre’s media communication architecture, with Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw increasingly occupying space once associated with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s long-time media strategist, Hiren Joshi. While there has been no formal announcement, multiple officials suggest Vaishnaw has begun shaping a more structured and professional interface between the government and the media.

Unlike the earlier model that relied heavily on centralized messaging and tight narrative control, Vaishnaw’s approach appears more institutional and process-driven. Senior bureaucrats across key ministries are now playing a more visible role in coordinated communication, with an emphasis on clarity, data-backed briefings, and quicker response cycles.

This evolving framework is also seen as an attempt to streamline messaging in a high-information, fast-moving media environment, where real-time engagement is critical. Vaishnaw’s technocratic background and administrative experience seem to be influencing this transition, bringing a blend of policy depth and operational efficiency.

Whether this marks a permanent recalibration or a parallel communication channel remains to be seen, but the shift is being closely tracked within both political and media circles.

 

First Rubio, then Greer. Is the US visit sheen fading?

First Marco Rubio, then Jamieson Greer and now a quieter question is being asked in South Block: are US official visits to India losing some of their old shine? The choreography still matters, but the pomp and show appear to have dipped, and the tone has become more measured, more transactional, and noticeably less theatrical than before. What once looked like a reset moment now feels closer to a wait-and-watch phase, with both sides keeping expectations contained and signalling caution over celebration. That does not mean the relationship is weakening; it means the optics are changing. The visits still underline engagement, but the rhetoric around them suggests that Washington and New Delhi are increasingly treating the relationship as a work in progress rather than a headline-grabbing spectacle.

 

   

 

BUREAUCRACY HEADLINES
BUREAUCRACY WHISPERS
Marathon PMO Huddles Signal Reset Ahead of Cabinet Reshuffle?

In the days leading up to a likely cabinet reshuffle, the Prime Minister’s Office has reportedly been engaged in a series of extended, high-intensity meetings—described by sources as “marathon huddles” to assess performance, recalibrate priorities, and shape the next phase of governance.

Officials familiar with the deliberations indicate that these sessions have gone beyond routine reviews, incorporating detailed feedback on ministerial output, policy execution, and political messaging. Significantly, sources suggest that critical assessments—including internal criticism—have been actively solicited and factored into the discussions, pointing to a broader attempt at course correction rather than mere cosmetic changes.

The meetings are believed to involve senior bureaucrats, key political aides, and select ministers, with a focus on delivery in flagship sectors such as infrastructure, employment, and welfare schemes. There is also said to be an emphasis on tightening coordination between ministries ahead of a politically sensitive period.

 

Govt likely to bring National Citizen Card

If sources are to be believed, the Govt  is reportedly considering proposal of a National Citizen Card to end the citizenship controversy. Sources said if all goes well the govt may bring a bill in the coming Monsoon session. A budget provision has reportedly been made for the purpose.

Will Yogi Adityanath Bring a Trusted Bureaucrat Into His Cabinet?

Sources indicate that an upcoming Uttar Pradesh cabinet reshuffle could see the induction of a former bureaucrat as a state cabinet minister, in what is being viewed as a strategic and personally backed move by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The individual, described by insiders as a handpicked choice of the Chief Minister, has long been in consideration for a political role within the state government.

According to those familiar with the development, the promise of a ministerial berth was informally conveyed ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. However, the BJP’s underwhelming performance in Uttar Pradesh, coupled with the Samajwadi Party’s unexpected gains, is believed to have delayed the execution of this plan.

The potential induction now comes at a time when the state leadership is reassessing both administrative efficiency and political messaging. Bringing in a former bureaucrat could signal an emphasis on governance delivery and technocratic expertise, while also reinforcing Yogi Adityanath’s preference for trusted and loyal figures within his core team.

While no official confirmation has been issued, the move is expected to carry both administrative and political significance.

 

PESB Interview For CMD NCL on July 8

The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) is holding interview for the post of Chairman & Managing Director (CMD), Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) on July 8. A panel of 12 senior executives across various CPSEs has been shortlisted. The interview will be conducted through video conferencing.

 

Ajit Kumar Panda appointed CMD, CONCOR

Ajit Kumar Panda, presently serving as Director (Project & Services), Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR), has been appointed as Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), CONCOR, with effect from August 1, 2026, till his superannuation on August 31, 2028.

Ranjay Choudhary appointed Director (Fin.), IRFC

Ranjay Choudhary, presently serving as Chief General Manager (CGM), Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC), has been appointed as Director (Finance), Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited (IRFC) for a period of five years.

Randhir Sahay gets extension of additional charge as Director (Finance), IRFC

Randhir Sahay, an Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS) officer presently serving as Executive Director/Finance (Stores) [ED/F(S)], Railway Board, has been granted ex-post facto extension of additional charge of the post of Director (Finance), Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited (IRFC) for a period of six months with effect from May 1, 2026.

S M Pathakkam assigned addl charge of CVO, HAL

Sarvanan Mannai Pathakkam, CVO, Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL), Bengaluru, has been entrusted with the additional charge of the post of CVO, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), Bengaluru. He is a 2000 batch officer of the Indian Postal Service (IPoS).

 

SECL Director HR Biranchi Das entrusted with addl charge of Director HR, MCL

Biranchi Das, Director (Human Resource), South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), has been entrusted with the additional charge of Director (HR), Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), effective from 1 July 2026 for a period of six months.

Biranchi Das assumed charge as Director (HR), SECL on 20 March 2024. He has led several transformative initiatives during his tenure at SECL. Under his leadership, SECL's flagship CSR initiative "SECL Ki Dhadkan" has successfully facilitated 300 life-saving congenital heart surgeries for underprivileged children. Another flagship initiative, "SECL Ke Sushrut", has completed two batches of medical coaching students.

In the field of HE Management, SECL has provided employment to more than 1,623 landowners and 946 dependent family members since FY 2024-25. During his earlier tenure at MCL, he played a significant role in strengthening industrial relations and contributed to the formulation of several key HR policies. At present, Biranchi Das also serves as a Director on the Boards of Chhattisgarh East Railway Limited (CERL) and Chhattisgarh East-West Railway Limited (CEWRL).

 

Rajiv Kumar appointed Chairman HDFC Bank

Former Chief Election Commissioner of India, Rajiv Kumar has  been appointed by the HDFC Bank as its new chairman for a period of four years. He is former 1984 batch IAS officer.

 

Manoj Joshi to hold addl charge of Secretary, Fertilizers till July 13

Manoj Joshi, Secretary, Department of Pharmaceuticals, will hold additional charge of Secretary, Department of Fertilizers, till July 13 during the period of absence on leave of IAS Rajat Kumar Mishra. He is a 1989 batch IAS officer of Kerala cadre.

 

Satya Yesubabu appointed as DIG, CISF

B Satya Yesubabu has been appointed as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) in Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on deputation basis. He is a 2011 batch  IPS officer of Andhra Pradesh cadre.

 

Anupam Sharma appointed as DIG, ITBP

Anupam Sharma has been appointed as Deputy Inspector General in Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on deputation basis. He is a 2009 batch IPS officer of Himachal Pradesh cadre.

 

India Eyes ‘Agri-Attaché’ Cadre to Rebuild Global Trust in Farm Exports?

The Government of India is quietly grooming a select group of young bureaucrats within the Agriculture Ministry for potential deployment as specialised agricultural attachés in key foreign capitals, according to sources familiar with the development. The move appears aimed at strengthening India’s credibility in global agri-supply chains amid recurring concerns over quality standards and intermittent export restrictions.

These officers are expected to study international best practices in seed preservation, crop management, and post-harvest handling systems, particularly in countries known for high compliance benchmarks. The initiative comes in the backdrop of partial and temporary bans faced by Indian agricultural products in certain markets, which have affected exporter confidence and raised questions about consistency.

Officials indicate that the broader objective is two-fold: first, to embed domain expertise within India’s diplomatic outreach on agriculture, and second, to feed global learnings back into domestic policy and regulatory frameworks.

The Agriculture Ministry is also believed to be working on a parallel overhaul of quality certification and traceability mechanisms, signalling a more coordinated push to reposition India as a reliable agri-export partner.

 

Uniform Transfer Policy

New Uniform Transfer Policy guidelines (effective FY 2025-26) mandate online platforms, fixed tenures, minimized mid-year transfers, and stronger grievance redressal mechanisms.

PSB Leadership Changes

Anticipation grows for upcoming Executive Director vacancies in banks like PNB and routine board rotations around mid-2026.

Bio-Energy Leadership Change

Dr. Atul Ganeshrao Mohod, Professor & Head, Department of Renewable Energy Engineering at Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Ratnagiri, was appointed Director General of Sardar Swaran Singh National Institute of Bio-Energy (SSS-NIBE), Kapurthala, Punjab. 

 

Legal Research Associates for OL Wing, Law Ministry sought

Ministry of Law and Justice is seeking to engage four Legal Research Associates in the Official Languages Wing, Legislative Department on contract basis. Details can be availed from the ministry’s website.

 

Director, AIIMS, New Delhi post advertised

All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi has invited applications for the post of Director. Applications must reach latest by July 24, 2026. 

 

RVNL seeks Sr DGM-Civil, Chandigarh

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited has invited applications from IRSE/ Civil Engineering Department officers for Senior Deputy General Manager (Civil), Chandigarh post on deputation basis. Applications must reach latest by July 24, 2026. 

 

KRDCL seeks Director-Project & Planning, Trivandrum

Kerala Rail Development Corporation Limited has invited applications from IRSE officers from Director (Project & Planning), Trivandrum, Kerala on deputation basis. Application must reach latest by.

 

Post of Consultant-Fin, Disaster Management Cell advertised

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has invited applications for the post of Consultant (Finance), Disaster Management Cell. Details can be availed from https://www.mohfw-dohfw.gov.in/

 

K B Gurudutt posted as JCIT-OSD, Pr. CCIT on ad-hoc basis

Kondari Balaji Gurudutt has been posted as JCIT (OSD) (ad-hoc) in the Office of Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax  He is a 2014-batch IRS officer. 

 

Arindam Misra posted as JCIT-OSD, Pr. CCIT on ad-hoc basis

Arindam Misra has been appointed as JCIT (OSD) (ad-hoc) in the Office of Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax on return from deputation. He is a 2014-batch IRS officer.

Last date to apply for Asstt Coach revised

Last date to apply for the post of Assistant Coach on deputation has been extended. The revised date is July 31, 2026. 

 

Dy Marine Engineer, Marine Dpt for VPA sought

Visakhapatnam Port Authority has advertised the post of Deputy Marine Engineer, Marine Department on deputation basis. Applications must reach latest by July 20, 2026.  

 

Consultant for International Co-operation Div, MHI sought

Ministry of Heavy Industries has advertised the post of Consultant in International Co-operation Division on contract basis. Applications must reach latest by July 13, 2026. Details can be availed from the ministry’s website. 

 

Interviews to Assistant Veterinary Surgeon, NDMC posts in July

As many as 26 candidates have been shortlisted for interviews to the posts of Assistant Veterinary Surgeon in New Delhi Municipal Council. The interviews will be held on July 14 and 15, 2026. The interviews will be held at 9 am and 12 noon.

 

Ajay Kumar Pradhan gets extension as ADRM, Tinsukia

Ajay Kumar Pradhan, presently serving as Additional Divisional Railway Manager (ADRM), Tinsukia (TSK), Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), has been granted an extension of tenure for a period of one year. He is an Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE) officer.

Ms Neelima Singh gets extension as ADRM, Lucknow

Ms Neelima Singh, presently serving as Additional Divisional Railway Manager (ADRM), Lucknow (LKO), Northern Railway (NR), has been granted an extension of tenure for a period of one year. She is an Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) officer.

Deepak Kumar Sinha posted as PCSTE, NCR

Deepak Kumar Sinha, presently serving as Chief Signal Engineer (CSE), North Central Railway (NCR), has been posted as Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer (PCSTE) on the Railway itself. He is an Indian Railway Service of Signal Engineers (IRSSE) officer.

Arun Kumar S Balaji posted as PCOM, SWR

Arun Kumar S Balaji, presently serving as Chief Traffic Planning Manager (CTPM), Southern Railway (SR), has been transferred to South Western Railway (SWR) and posted as Principal Chief Operations Manager (PCOM) (CHOD). He is an Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) officer

Pankaj Sharma appointed GM, NWR

Pankaj Sharma, presently serving as Principal Executive Director/Electrical Engineering (Development) [PED/EE (Development)], Railway Board, has been appointed as General Manager, North Western Railway (NWR). He is an Indian Railway Service of Electrical Engineers (IRSEE) officer.

Two IPS officers shifted in Delhi

Two IPS officers have been shifted in Delhi. 2016 batch IPS officer Jitendra Mani has been appointed as DCP/Pr cell, while 2022 batch Ms Sulekha Jagarwar was posted as Addl DCP/PM.

 

DANIPS officers get new postings in Delhi

DANIPS officers have been given new postings in Delhi. Hukma Ram Sai has been posted as DCP/HQ-II & VPP Cell, while Ishan Bhardwaj is now DCP/SG, HM, Court Cell & PHQ. Similarly, Pankaj Sood takes charge as DCP/Supreme Court Security; Jai Pal Singh as ACP/HQ and Rohit Gupta was transferred to PM Cell.

 

V K Khanna appointed Member Judicial, DVATAT (UPDATED)

Vinay Kumar Khanna has been appointed as Member Judicial, Delhi Value Added Tax Appellate Tribunal (DVATAT), for a period of three years.

 

Akhilesh Pathak is Dir (Projects) PGCI Ltd (UPDATED)

The PESB has recommended the name of Akhilesh Pathak, Executive Director (Project Management), to be elevated to the post of Director (Projects), Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (Schedule A).

New Army Chief Takes Charge (UPDATED)

New Army Chief Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, assumed charge as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff on June 30, 2026, succeeding retiring Gen Upendra Dwivedi after a ceremonial handover in New Delhi.

Presidential Awards To 150 Defence Staff (UPDATED)

President Droupadi Murmu conferred 105 honours at Defence Investiture Ceremony Phase-II, including UYSM to Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM to Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, and Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medals for Operation Sindoor heroes

Telangana Forest Department Undergoes Major Administrative Reshuffle (UPDATED)

In a significant move to bolster field operations and administrative efficiency, the Telangana government has executed a comprehensive reshuffle involving 12 Indian Forest Service (IFoS) officers. The overhaul focuses on District Forest Officer (DFO)-level changes and strategic reassignments aimed at strengthening departmental oversight across key districts. Key DFO Postings and Transfers Include: Siddharth Vikram Singh was transferred from Nizamabad and posted as DFO of Bhadradri Kothagudem, G. Kishta Gowd moved from Bhadradri Kothagudem to serve as DFO of Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Shiv Aasheesh Singh was transferred from Mahabubnagar to take over as DFO of Rangareddy, M. Naveen Reddy shifted from Jayashankar Bhupalpally to serve as DFO of Mahabubnagar. Prashanth Baji Rao Patil moved from Adilabad and was posted as the new DFO of Nizamabad. Additionally, Chinna Vishwanath Bhusa Reddy retained his current role while being assigned additional charge (FAC) as DFO of Adilabad.

CBDT Chairman Ravi Agrawal gets six months extension (UPDATED)

CBDT Chairman Ravi Agarwal has been re-appointed as CBDT Chairman on contract basis for six more months. He is 1988 batch IRS(C&CT) officer.

 

Amit Kumar appointed as OSD, SPG (UPDATED)

Amit Kumar, IPS officer from the 1994 Bihar batch, currently Special DG CRPF,  has received the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak for Special Operations.  @DoPTGoI

Amit Kumar, Special DG, CRPF, has been appointed as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) in Special Protection Group (SPG), on completion of tenure of IPS Alok Sharma on March 31, 2027. He is a 1994 batch IPS officer of Bihar cadre.

3 Scientists ‘F’ of STQC Directorate upgraded to grade of Scientist 'G' (UPDATED)

The ACC has approved the promotion/upgradation of 3 Scientists ‘F’ of the Standardization, Testing and Quality Certification (STQC) Directorate, to the grade of Scientist ‘G’, in Level 14 of the Pay Matrix

ACS Rajesh Pandey gets additional charge of Co-operation dept (UPDATED)

Rajesh Pandey, a 1995-batch Indian Administrative Service officer of the # WestBengal cadre, has been promoted to the Apex scale in the Government of West  Bengal. He is presently serving as Additional Chief

The West Bengal govt has entrusted the additional charge of Additional Chief Secretary, Co-operation department to ACS, Youth Services & Sports department, Rajesh Pandey (IAS-WB: 1995) till further orders.

Post of Chairman in ONGC advertised (UPDATED)

The Public Enterprise Selection Board has advertised the post of Chairman in Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC). The applications must reach by July 21, 2026.

NTPC Issues Interview Call for New CMD Post (UPDATED)

The interview letter for the post of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of NTPC has been issued on Monday evening. The selection interview is scheduled to be held on Saturday, 4th July 2026, between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

G Venkataraman appointed Director, Fire Services, Tamil Nadu (UPDATED)

G Venkatraman Set to Lead Tamil Nadu Police Amid Leadership Changes,  ETGovernment

G Venkataraman has been appointed as DGP/ Director, Fire and Rescue Services, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. He is an IPS officer.

11 officers of Central Secretariat Service included in Director Grade (UPDATED)

As many as 11 officers of Central Secretariat Service have been included in the Senior Selection Grade (Director) Select List (SSGSL). The promoted officers are: Manoj Kumar Rai (Defence), Vinita Talwar (Telecommunication), Bhuvaneswari Hariharan (Water Resources, RD & GR), Arun Kumar (Coal), Manish Kumar Lal (on deputation), Rajendra Singh Bora (Culture), Parveen Jargar (Peronnel & Training), V Sridhar (Defence), T G K Jagannadham (Commerce), Shailesh Gautam (UPSC) and Ambuj Sharma (Civil Aviation).

 

Ravi Joseph Lokku assigned additional charge of DG, BPR&D (UPDATED)

Uttar Pradesh Police | OfficerProfile

Ravi Joseph Lokku, ADG, BPR&D, has been assigned additional charge of the post of Director General, Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D) upon superannuation of Alok Ranjan. Lokku is a 1995 batch IPS officer of UP cadre.

Sanjay Mathur assigned aadditional charge of Director, NCRB (UPDATED)

 

Witness in the Corridors Bureaucracy News: Sanjay Mathur IPS has been given  extension for period of one year by the Government of India

Sanjay Mathur, IG, NCRB, has been assigned aadditional charge of the post of Director, National Crime Record Bureau (NCRB). He is a 1994 batch IPS officer of Tamil Nadu cadre.



WHISPERS - CORPORATE WORLD
Ayyalusamy Saravanan appointed CEO, Ceigall India Ltd

Ayyalusamy Saravanan has been appointed as Additional Director and Whole-Time Director, designated as Whole-Time Director & CEO of Ceigall India Limited, effective July 1, 2026.

Pawan Kumar appointed Addl. Director, Ceigall India Ltd

Pawan Kumar has been appointed as Additional Director and Whole-Time Director of Ceigall India Limited, effective July 1, 2026.

Shashvat Somany appointed JMD, Hindware Home Innovation Ltd

Shashvat Somany has been appointed as Joint Managing Director of Hindware Home Innovation Limited, effective October 1, 2026.

Sanjay Kumar Verma re-appointed Vice Chairman, Transrail Lighting Ltd

Sanjay Kumar Verma has been re-appointed as Non-Executive Director and designated as Vice Chairman of Transrail Lighting Limited.

Ashish Gupta re-appointed NE Director, Transrail Lighting Ltd

Ashish Gupta has been re-appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of Transrail Lighting Limited, effective August 10, 2026.

Ranjit Jatar re-appointed NE Director, Transrail Lighting Ltd

Ranjit Jatar has been re-appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of Transrail Lighting Limited, effective August 10, 2026.

Kumar Jayant appointed CMD, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Ltd

Kumar Jayant has been appointed as Chairman and Managing Director of Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Limited.

S. Vijayakumar appointed Director, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Ltd

S. Vijayakumar has been appointed as Director of Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Limited.

Ms Vibha Paul Rishi re-appointed Ind. Director, ICICI Bank Ltd

Ms. Vibha Paul Rishi has been re-appointed as Independent Director of ICICI Bank Limited, effective January 23, 2027.

Mrs Reena Wagh appointed Addl. Director, Mangalam Global Enterprise Ltd

Reena Unmesh Wagh has been appointed as Additional Director designated as Whole-Time Director (Executive Director) of Mangalam Global Enterprise Limited.

Shreyansh Baid appointed Addl. Director, StarlinePS Enterprises Ltd

Shreyansh Baid has been appointed as Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent) of StarlinePS Enterprises Limited, effective July 1, 2026.

Abhishek Poddar appointed Addl. Director, Awfis Space Solutions Ltd

Abhishek Poddar has been appointed as Additional Director designated as Non-Executive Independent Director of Awfis Space Solutions Limited, effective July 1, 2026.

Aayush Shah appointed NE Director, Galaxy Agrico Exports Ltd

Aayush Shah has been appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of Galaxy Agrico Exports Limited.

Ankitkumar Agrawal appointed NE Director, Galaxy Agrico Exports Ltd

Ankitkumar Surendrakumar Agrawal has been appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of Galaxy Agrico Exports Limited.

Aayush Shah appointed NE Director, Bacil Pharma Ltd

Aayush Shah has been appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of Bacil Pharma Limited.

Ankitkumar Surendrakumar Agrawal appointed NE Director, Bacil Pharma Ltd

Ankitkumar Surendrakumar Agrawal has been appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of Bacil Pharma Limited.

M. Krishnan appointed Addl. Director, Maxgrow India Ltd

M. Krishnan has been appointed as Additional Non-Executive Director in the category of Independent Director of Maxgrow India Limited.

Arihant Jain quits as Director, Rajkamal Synthetics Ltd

Arihant Jain has resigned from the position of Director of Rajkamal Synthetics Limited.

Mrs Neha Patel bows out as Ind. Director, StarlinePS Enterprises Ltd

Mrs Neha Patel has ceased to be Independent Director of StarlinePS Enterprises Limited on completion of her tenure.

Karanj Dharmeshbhai Doshi quits as MD, Integrated Proteins Ltd

Karanj Dharmeshbhai Doshi has resigned from the position of Managing Director of Integrated Proteins Limited.

Vinod Dasari bows out as Ind. Director, Transrail Lighting Ltd

Vinod Dasari has ceased to be Non-Executive Independent Director of Transrail Lighting Limited, effective August 9, 2026.

Sudhir Rao Hoshing quits as Whole-Time Director, Ceigall India Ltd

Sudhir Rao Hoshing has resigned from the position of Whole-Time Director of Ceigall India Limited, effective July 15, 2026.

Whispers Forum
FORUM

8th Pay Commission report may not be ready before 2027

If it is so, employees and pensioners (specially above 75), has to wait still more than one year with increasing inflation, then 50% of DA must be added to basic salary. So that all will get some relief from increasing inflation. This will also reduce burden on Govt. for payment of arrears after implantation of payment commission.

Krishnapingaksha

 

DATE WITH RTI

Promotional correspondence and clarifications regarding the Rules and Procedures followed

The appellant sought Promotional correspondence records and concerned certified copies claiming that issue stands clarified by DoPT under OM No 36012/12/2013-Estt (Res) dated 24th July 2020. The CIC noted that the Appellant sought inspection of all records and correspondence relating to his promotion and certain clarifications regarding the Rules and Procedures followed by the Respondent organization, including details concerning DoPT OMs. The PIO informed the Appellant that inspection of all relevant files had already been offered to him in the past and, pursuant to the directions of the CIC in an earlier matter, he had in fact inspected the files on 18.10.2023, whereafter certified copies were also provided to him. With respect to the remaining queries, the PIO clarified that the information sought was vague and appeared to require interpretation or clarification of rules, which does not fall within the definition of “information” under Section 2(f) of the RTI Act. The CIC observed that several of the queries raised in the RTI application seek interpretation of Rules and reasons for administrative decisions, which is beyond the mandate of the RTI Act. The CIC further noted that the Appellant has remained absent during the hearing and has continued to file repetitive RTI applications relating to his service grievance, which cannot be adjudicated under the provisions of the RTI Act. The CIC also noted that the promotional issue underlying these RTI applications now stands resolved as the Appellant has already been promoted and has assumed charge.

Comments

The RTI Act defines “information” under Section 2(f) and the seeking clarification is not covered under the provisions of the Act. However, with ingenuity, the RTI Act can be used to nudge the public authority to perform certain actions.

Citation:C M Nimje v. Central Water and Power Research Station; File No: CIC/CWPRS/A/2024/625204; Date of Decision: 11.12.2025

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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