IAS Prashasti Pareek, is a 2014-batch officer of the Gujarat cadre and is currently serving as the Collector of Arvalli, Gujarat.A firm believer that “Health is true wealth”, she has placed citizens' fitness and well-being at the heart of her work in the district.

“We are working to promote a culture of fitness and sports.”she shared

Inspired by Fit India Movement,a multi-pronged approach is being implemented in the district.

First is development of playgrounds in villages and schools,largely through DMF and other available grants.

Second is renovation of old and dilapidated sports complexes “With the help of the Nagar Palika, we recently redeveloped the sports complex in Modasa.” She added 

Thirdly as community driven initiative, cycling is being promoted every Sunday- an effort which has quickly gained popularity. “Senior citizens, homemakers, and youth are all actively participating. I personally join every week, and it has grown entirely on a voluntary basis, not by any directive,” she explained.

At its core, her vision rests on three pillars: Fitness, Health as True Wealth, and an Obesity-Free India, all directed towards building a healthier and more active community.

Beyond fitness, she has also launched the first phase of the Santrupti Abhiyan. “Under this the goal is to ensure that every household and every individual is covered under all relevant government schemes.” She said 

Under this a comprehensive survey is being carried for beneficiary identification with the help of village-level staff, Anganwadi workers, and other local resources.“This is a district-level initiative.we are converging existing funds and resources to make it possible.” she quoted 

With people at the centre, her approach remains truly community-driven, turning governance into a shared movement rather than just an administrative exercise.

India has sent Ambassador Dinesh Patnaik as its new High Commissioner to Canada, a year after withdrawing its envoy from the country. He will have an additional charge for aiding the investigation to curb the extremist elements in Canada who are involved in anti-India activities. This is a major breakthrough in India-Canada relations after the downhill trajectory last year.

The tenure of Anurag Jain as Chief Secretary of Madhya Pradesh has been extended for a period of one year. Jain, who belongs to a 1989 batch Indian Administrative Service officer, was to retire on August 31, 2025.

The tenure of Satish Kumar as Chairman & Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Railway Board has been extended for a further period of one year with effect from September 1, 2025.

(We said this on May 15 and Aug 21, 2025)

Former Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Urjit Patel has been appointed as Executive Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a period of three years.

As per the circular of  DoPT,  all Central Government employees and officers of the All India Services (AIS) will be required to complete prescribed courses on iGOT annually and this will also be reflected in their Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs).

Recruitment for 48,570 employees is underway for FY 2025-26, addressing vacancies amid a declining workforce. PSBs face around 32,000 vacant posts, with SBI having the highest at 17,500 officers, 12,861 clerks, and 2,206 sub-staff. Over the last five years (FY 2020-25), PSBs recruited 148,687 employees. Employee strength stands at about 7.58 lakh, down from 7.9 lakh, due to retirements and exits. SBI leads with 236,221 employees, followed by PNB (102,746) and Canara Bank (81,260).

In Rajya Sabha, a gossip is going on related to three officers appointed by the former Chairman directly. Will they be removed?

The CBIC has accepted the voluntary retirement notices of two Asstt Commissioners from IRS(C&IT). They are- Srinivasa Nayak V and Mrs Rakshanda Jamal Nawab.

Amit Kumar, Deputy Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, has been prematurely repatriated to his parent cadre. He is a 2012 batch officer of the Indian Ordnance Factory Service.

Vikram Singh Malik has been posted as Dy Secretary in the Minister of Information and Broadcasting on Central Staffing Scheme for a period of four years. He is a 2012 batch AGMUT cadre IAS officer.

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit continues as Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC), overseeing transitions like those of Vice Admirals Vatsayan and McCarty, emphasising tri-service coordination.

Sandeep Sudhakar Paranjape, GM, SECL, has been selected for the post of Director (Technical), Western Coalfields Limited at a Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) meeting. As many as 12 persons were interviewed for the same.

The tenure of Vivek Wahi as Executive Director, Central Bank of India is coming to an end in September, 2025.

Whispers in bureaucratic circles suggest more IAS reshuffles in West Bengal late 2025, aligned with assembly elections, prioritising officers with security and administrative expertise. Predictions include potential large-scale transfers to counter political instability, with rumours of senior IAS officers being eyed for central deputation.

Indian Forest Service (IFS) officers in northern states are focusing on climate resilience, with initiatives like Himalayan biodiversity protection in Himachal and J&K. Training in sustainable mining and eco-tourism is emphasised. Buzz say increased IFS promotions in 2025 for national programs like Green India Mission, particularly in biodiversity hotspots.

On August 27, 2025, reports indicate that the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is set to seek approval from the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) in September 2025 for a joint venture with French aerospace giant Safran to develop a 120 kN thrust jet engine for India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). This project, involving full technology transfer and 100% Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for India, is expected to commence production by 2030, with mass production planned in India thereafter.

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) cleared contract negotiations for the P-75(I) submarine project, aimed at acquiring six advanced stealth submarines with Air-Independent Propulsion (AIP) systems. Negotiations are expected to conclude by February 2026, with a follow-on order for three additional submarines planned for 2028. This deal strengthens India’s naval strategy in the Indo-Pacific.

DG NCRB Alok Ranjan has been given Apex Scale. He is 1991 batch IPS officer of Madhya Pradesh cadre.

Sunil Kumar Das has been appointed as Technical Member (Centre) in the State Benches of Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT). He is an IRS-C&IT officer.

Private banks drove loan loss provisioning to a three-year high, while PSU banks bucked the trend with a 9.3% decrease, holding 46.2% share in total provisioning.

The Railway Ministry reported that between 2014 and 2025, Indian Railways recruited 5.08 lakh personnel, an increase from 4.11 lakh between 2004 and 2014. This includes promotions and upgrades across Group A, B, C, and D posts, facilitated by systemic changes like an annual recruitment calendar and digitised testing. Group B posts, for instance, are filled through promotions from Group C employees, while Group A posts are recruited via UPSC exams.

On August 26, 2025, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri, two Project 17A stealth frigates, at Naval Base, Visakhapatnam. Built by Mazagon Dock Limited, Mumbai, and Garden Reach Shipbuilders, Kolkata, with MSME participation, the frigates feature advanced weapons, sensors, and stealth technology. They enhance the Indian Navy’s warfighting capabilities and support maritime security.

Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India (DFCCIL) is seeking to fill the post of Director (Finance), New Delhi. Further details can be availed from website.

Ministry of Education has advertised the post of Director, Central Institute of Technology (CIT), Kokrajhar. Last date for submission of application is October 7, 2025.

UNESCO Staffing Team, Paris has posted a vacancy for Senior Research Scientist at Trieste, Italy. Last date for submission of application is September 5, 2025.

Three Deputy Director (Handicrafts), New Delhi posts in office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles on deputation basis have been advertised. Details can be availed from the website.

Last date to apply for the post of SAS Accountant in Military Pension Branch (MPB), Embassy of India, Nepal has been extended. The revised date is September 15, 2025.

Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) is seeking to fill the post of Consultant (Business Development) for Regional Office, Varanasi on contractual basis. Details can be availed from the website.

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) has advertised the post of Manager (Vigilance) for Corporate Office, New Delhi on deputation basis. Details can be availed from www.rvnl.org.

World Bank is seeking to fill the post of Country Security Specialist for Kinshasa, Congo Democratic Republic.  Last date for submission of application is September 11, 2025.

Ms. Sunita, who is presently serving as Director/Metallurgical and Chemical (M&C), Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO), has been transferred to Northern Railway (NR) and posted as Deputy Chief Chemist and Metallurgist (Dy. CCMT), C. She is an Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) officer.

Chandra Bhushan, who is presently serving in South East Central Railway (SECR), has been transferred to the Indian Railway Institute of Civil Engineering (IRICEN) and posted as Senior Professor. He is an Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE) officer.

Shiva Kant Mishra, who is presently on deputation to the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS), has been recalled and posted as Director, Railway Stores (Material), Railway Board. He is an Indian Railway Stores Service (IRSS) officer.

Prashant Rai, who is presently serving in Northern Railway (NR), has been transferred and posted to Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO), Lucknow, in the same capacity. He is an Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) officer.

The ACC has approved extension in tenure of Dr Rajiv Bahl, DG, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)- cum-Secretary, Department of Health Research, for a period of two years w e f October 7, 2025.

Street buzz indicates Bajaj Auto may acquire Ola Electric, potentially reshaping India’s EV landscape.

Arun Khera has been appointed as Managing Director of Smart Finsec Limited.

Adish Oswal has been re-appointed as Managing Director of Vardhman Polytex Limited starting from November 24, 2025.

Umesh Kumar Singh has been re-appointed as Managing Director of TRF Limited effective October 1, 2025.

Narayan Singh Rathore has been re-appointed as Managing Director of Deep Diamond India Limited with effect from January 19, 2026.


 

Mahabir Prasad Rungta has been re-appointed as Chairman and Managing Director of Rungta Irrigation Limited with effect from September 29, 2025.

Tarun Kumar Megotia has been re-appointed as Whole-Time Director of Rungta Irrigation Limited.

Kishor Chamanlal Doshi has been appointed as Additional Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of Hindusthan National Glass & Industries Limited.

Ms. Vandana Bhagavatula has been deemed elected as Shareholder Director of Punjab National Bank.

Sujit Kumar Varma has been re-appointed as Independent Director of Uflex Limited.

Ghyanendra Nath Bajpai has been re-appointed as Independent Director of Uflex Limited.

Mrs. Rashmi Verma has been re-appointed as Independent Director of Uflex Limited.

Ms. Bhavika Thakkar has been appointed as Additional Non-Executive Independent Director of White Organic Agro Limited.

Dineshbhai Dhirajbhai Patel has been re-appointed as Independent Director of Kiran Syntex Limited.

Mrs. Vandana Jain has been appointed as Additional Executive Director, designated as Executive Director, of Fabino Enterprises Limited.

Nitin Mehra has resigned as Additional Executive Director of Fabino Enterprises Limited.

Rahul Gandhi and Bihar Election
Rahul Gandhi, Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, has been actively campaigning in Bihar ahead of the upcoming state elections. He's leading the "Voter Adhikar Yatra" alongside RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, aiming to raise awareness about alleged irregularities in voter lists, which opposition leaders claim is a case of "vote chori" or vote theft.

Key Points from Rahul Gandhi's Campaign:

- Allegations against BJP: Rahul Gandhi accuses the BJP of stealing votes, citing instances in Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Haryana, and vows to provide proof of these allegations.
- Support for the poor: He emphasizes that the INDIA bloc will protect the rights of the poor and underprivileged, while the BJP seeks to suppress their voices.
- Constitutional rights: Gandhi stresses the importance of safeguarding constitutional rights, particularly the right to vote, and warns that the BJP's actions could undermine the Constitution.
- Bihar's preparedness: He expresses confidence that the people of Bihar are smart and cautious, and will not let the BJP and Election Commission steal their votes.

The "Voter Adhikar Yatra" has covered over 1,300 km across 20 districts and is set to conclude in Patna on September 1. The elections in Bihar are expected to take place later this year, with the NDA and INDIA bloc vying for power.

Sunidhi Jha

Certified copies of documents under the RTI Act

The appellant sought information about the date, month, year and time on which a particular order was passed, uploaded and further related information. Regarding the contention of the Appellant that information as furnished by the PIO is not a certified copy and same is without rounded seal & stamp in violation of the guidelines mentioned in OM No.10/1/2O13- IR dated 06.10.2015, the CIC observed that the PIO is supposed to furnish a reply which is duly signed by the PIO and same should essentially contain name and designation of the PIO as well as necessary details of FAA. The aforementioned essential details have been duly provided by the PIO in their reply and the OM No.10/1/2O13-IR dated 06.10.2015 does not require that the certified copy of the reply with a rounded seal should be provided to the RTI Applicant. In the instant RTI Application the Appellant has sought certified copy of the document only at point No. 3 of the RTI Application in response to which it has been clearly mentioned by the PIO that no such document exists in their record. The CIC upheld the reply provided by the PIO.

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If “certified” copies of certain documents are sought by the applicant, the PIO should be careful as such documents might be presented to a court of law as evidence.

Citation: Ms. Neha Chawla v. Supreme Court of India, CIC/SCOFI/A/2024/117161; Date of Decision: 21.05.2025

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