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Nitin Nabin's appointment must be seen as an alarm bell for some Union Ministers?
Nitin Nabin’s appointment is being viewed as a signal of churn within the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) internal hierarchy. The move reflects the leadership’s intent to inject new energy and generational change ahead of crucial electoral cycles. Sources suggest that several young faces—known for their organizational efficiency and appeal among emerging voter bases—may soon be elevated to key Union positions. This reshuffle could mark a gradual shift from the old guard toward a new cohort aligned with the party’s long-term vision and digital-era outreach. Strategically, the leadership seems keen to balance continuity with innovation, projecting renewal while retaining ideological consistency. If confirmed, these forthcoming replacements in top Union berths would underscore the BJP’s pragmatic approach to succession planning and political messaging, reinforcing its narrative of adaptability and youth-driven governance for the coming decade.
PM Modi spoke with Priyanka Gandhi, on PM's 3-day visit with special focus on Ethiopia?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi reportedly held an extensive conversation focusing on PM Modi's three-day visit especially to Ethiopia. The discussion delved deeply into the evolving Ethiopia-India relationship, highlighting strategic opportunities in the Horn of Africa. Key topics likely included India's development aid, capacity-building initiatives in infrastructure, education, and trade expansion with the African Union hub. Security cooperation, counter-terrorism coordination, and multilateral engagements were also on the agenda, alongside framing the visit's outcomes for domestic and global audiences. This rare cross-party dialogue underscores shared interests in strengthening bilateral ties amid geopolitical shifts.
MEA to give stern response to Bangladesh crisis?
India's Ministry of External Affairs is expected to adopt a markedly tougher stance on the Bangladesh crisis in its forthcoming statement, potentially signaling a shift from diplomatic restraint to assertive countermeasures amid spiraling bilateral tensions. Speculatively, the MEA could demand immediate accountability from Dhaka's interim Yunus administration for failing to curb anti-India rhetoric, threats to Indian diplomatic missions, and inflammatory remarks targeting the Northeast "Seven Sisters," while highlighting unchecked extremism and minority persecution as red lines. This firmer response might include suspending select bilateral engagements, bolstering border vigilance against illegal migration, and publicly rebutting Bangladesh media propaganda, underscoring New Delhi's resolve to protect its strategic interests without tolerating regional instability spilling over. Such a calibrated escalation would aim to pressure Dhaka toward de-escalation while rallying domestic support, potentially reshaping India-Bangladesh ties in the post-Hasina era.
IFoS Atharva Tiwari is a 2023 batch officer of the AGMUT cadre, currently posted in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Representing a new generation of officers, he engages with environmental governance through field exposure, technology-enabled administration and sustained community interaction.
Speaking about young officers entering the service and facets of technology, Tiwari notes that India is in a favourable position because of its demographic dividend “A lot of young officers are joining the services, bringing fresh perspectives.” adding that there is a strong emphasis on taking initiatives to the last mile and meaningfully improving the quality of life of the people who matter the most. On the integration of technology, he adds “We are using various tools such as IT-enabled services, artificial intelligence, remote sensing, and development of new digital portals and information systems that are increasingly becoming part of routine administration.”
His posting in the Forest Range of Panchari in Udhampur district provided him early exposure to ground-level realities. Panchari, a small tourist village, presented routine but significant challenges including encroachment issues, illegal transit of wood produce and damage-related cases. Reflecting on these experiences, he observes “You can’t only listen to people at some point, decisions have to be taken, even if they are not always popular.”
Crediting the guidance of his seniors during this phase. he says. “I was fortunate to work under dynamic seniors who were never shy about acknowledging ground realities. Their support gave me the confidence and freedom to work effectively”.
Caring for forest-dependent communities is central to his fieldwork. He has worked closely with nomadic groups who migrate seasonally from higher snow-laden regions to lower altitudes along with their herds. “We issue passes to them. We make sure that the entire migration journey is handled and taken care of ”he says, balancing humanitarian needs with ecological and strategic considerations.
Speaking more broadly about India’s environmental priorities, Tiwari describes India as “an aspirational and ambitious country,” pointing to bold commitments at platforms such as the COP Summit and initiatives like Mission LiFE. He notes that the service is steadily taking steps in this direction, referring to pilot initiatives in Jammu and Kashmir such as Aadhaar-like identification for trees and eco-restoration projects aimed at repairing environmental damage. Addressing perceptions about the service, he says the forest department is not anti-development but works to ensure that development remains sustainable.
Community engagement he believes, is where the service truly excels. Based on his field visits, he has observed that forest officers are often welcomed rather than feared, with communities actively supporting officials.“Currently in Srinagar, I've seen people who extend their arm to forest officers whenever a forest fire takes place”
Looking ahead, he says he is interested in climate-related work, especially issues like air quality and increasing India’s green cover to at least 33 percent and hopefully beyond.
K Laxminarayan Rao is likely to be appointed new DGP of Gujarat on January 1. He is 1992 batch IPS officer.
Grapevine has it that Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja is being given six months extension on December 31. He is 1989 batch IAS officer.
Thalapathy Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has quietly built a backroom team of ex-bureaucrats and technocrats to manage outreach and negotiations across Tamil Nadu’s fragmented political landscape. These figures, less visible than the star himself, are central to conversations with Dravidian majors, smaller caste outfits, and district-level influencers. Former IRS officer K G Arunraj, now General Secretary for Policy and Propaganda, is at the core of this effort, leveraging his administrative experience, network in the revenue and enforcement ecosystem, and comfort with data-driven profiling of constituencies to structure issue-based talks rather than personality-driven bargaining. Around him are retired officials and legal-judicial hands who bring procedural knowledge, help draft “acceptable” common minimum understandings, and reassure wary parties that TVK will not be an improvisational one-man show. This technocratic-bureaucratic layer gives TVK credibility in negotiations on seats, alliances, and post-poll cooperation, while allowing Vijay to remain the public face and final arbiter. For established parties, these ex-officials serve as a familiar, rules-literate interface with a disruptive new entrant.
Trending discussions highlight a shift toward data-driven policing, with AI tools for crime prediction gaining traction. Speculations include potential deputations of TN IPS officers to central agencies like CBI post-reshuffle, amid whispers of national security priorities influencing postings.
The ECI has started preparations for the five assembly elections to be held next year. The Commission has written a letter to various ministries of finance and tax related services for officers. They will be appointed as Expenditure Observers in Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry.
Discussions highlight RSS-affiliated IPS officers like R. Sreelekha, T.P. Senkumar, and Jacob Thomas as influential post-retirement figures, serving the nation through the organization. This reflects a trend of leveraging retired officers for advisory roles, with predictions of similar networks influencing deputation decisions in 2026.
Post-December reshuffles could see 10-15% more IAS promotions in southern cadres due to vacancy pressures; trends favour tech-savvy officers for new AI-driven initiatives like e-governance dashboards.
The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) is yet to hold interviews for the selection of successor to the incumbent, Jai Prakash Dwivedi retiring in January next year. The post of Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD), Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) was advertised on April 28, 2025
The Government of India has started searching for a successor to CMDE A Madhavarao as Chairman & Managing Director, Bharat Dynamics Limited (BEL). The tenure of Madhavarao is coming to an end on April 30, 2025.
Krishna Kumar Thakur, Director HR, BHEL, is in the race for the post of Director (Personnel), NMDC.
Pawan Kumar, ED, SAIL, Bhilai, is in the race for the post of Director (Personnel), NMDC.
Anshuman Gupta, Principal GM, BSNL, is in the race for the post of Director (Personnel), NMDC.
Arjun Kumar Singh, CHRO, Reliance Industries Limited, is in the race for the post of Director (Personnel), NMDC.
An inspirational story resurfaced of Abdul Nassar, honoured as Kerala’s Best Deputy Collector in 2015 and promoted to IAS in 2017 without UPSC, underscoring non-traditional entry trends for southern state services.
M Rajamurugan, currently on central deputation, has been promoted to the Above Super Time Scale of IPS on pro forma basis w e f January 1, 2026. He is a 1996 batch IPS officer of Tripura cadre.
A high-level visit by Dr. Vinod K. Paul (Member, NITI Aayog) included interactions with faculty and infrastructure reviews, hinting at potential upgradations in smart classrooms and cultural initiatives.
Nine officers of Senior Time Scale of Indian Information Service (IIS) have been promoted to the Junior Administrative Grade (JAG) (Joint Director level) of IIS on a regular basis for the panel year 2025. The promoted officers are: Ms Patel Arohiben Mukeshbhai, Sanjay Kumar, Rohit Tripathi, M Jaya Singh, Manish Shiva Zole, Parmar Utsav Dhanjibhai, Ms Vandana Jatav, Ms Kanchan Patiyal and Ms Ankita Dhanda.
Reports highlighted the need for IAS/IPS rotations in NE states, criticising reliance on Kerala-cadre officers and advocating ex-military governors for security.
Whispers about ongoing DGP appointment delays, with Supreme Court directing completion by December 19, 2025, but no resolution.
The Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB), has invited applications for the post of Deputy Managing Director (DMD) in the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD).The last date for submitting the complete online application is January 16, 2026.
Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (HRIDC) has invited applications from IRSEE officers for the post of General Manager (Electrical). Details can be availed from www.indianrailways.gov.in.
Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) has advertised the post of General Manager (Law) for Corporate office, NOIDA on deputation basis. Details can be availed from http://dfccil.gov.in.
RITES Limited is seeking to fill two posts of Group General Managers (Civil), Gurugram. Details can be availed from the Ministry’s website.
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) is seeking to engage Research Associate on contractual basis. Details can be availed from the Ministry’s website.
Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) is seeking to fill the post of Chief Technical Examiner (Store Procurement and Inventory Control) on deputation basis. Details can be availed from https://cvc.gov.in/vacancies.html.
Ms Reena Tandon has been transferred and given new posting to PCDA (AF), Dehradun. She is a 1996 batch Senior Administrative Grade IDAS officer.
World Bank is seeking Senior Digital Specialist for Manila, Philippines. Applications must reach latest by January 9, 2026.
World Bank is seeking External Affairs Officer for Tunisia & Libya. Applications must reach latest by January 5, 2026.
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.
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. He is a 2010 batch IAS officer of Uttarakhand cadre.
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NMDC, India’s largest iron ore producer and a responsible miner, has won seven prestigious accolades at the 47th All India Public Relations Conference 2025, organised by the Public Relations Society of India (PRSI). Held over three days on the theme “Empowering Growth, Preserving Roots”, the conference celebrated excellence in public relations and strategic communication. NMDC’s achievements were recognised for their wide-ranging impact across skill development, women empowerment initiatives, corporate social responsibility, research and development, healthcare outreach, and corporate communications, reflecting the organisation’s integrated approach to sustainable growth and nation-building. The event was graced by a distinguished gathering of dignitaries including, Pushkar Singh Dhami, Chief Minister Uttarakhand, Subodh Uniyal, Minister of Forest of Uttarakhand, Ganesh Joshi, Minister for Bio Technology of Uttarakhand, Naresh Bansal Member of Parliament, and Swami Chidanand ji Saraswati Maharaj. The awards were presented by the Chief Guest Pushkar Singh Dhami, Chief Minister Uttarakhand with Minister of Forest of Uttarakhand Subodh Uniyal, and other events honoured figures like Dr. Prasad Gourineni and industry leaders. Representing NMDC, Srinivasa Rao, Deputy General Manager (Corporate Communications), received the honours on behalf of the organisation. NMDC was conferred awards for Best Skill Development Programmes by a PSU, Annual Report, and House Journal (Hindi) with first prizes, along with recognitions for Best R&D Efforts for Promoting Science & Technology and Best CSR Project for Women Development with second prizes, and accolades for Best PSU Implementing CSR Projects and Outstanding Initiatives for Promoting Medical & Health with third prizes. Congratulating the team, Mrs G. Priyadarshini,Director (Personnel) said, “These recognitions reaffirm NMDC’s belief that meaningful progress is achieved when performance is guided by purpose and communicated with clarity. Our journey extends beyond mining to empowering communities, nurturing skills, advancing innovation, and contributing responsibly to the nation’s growth. These awards reflect the dedication of our teams in telling NMDC’s story with authenticity, impact, and pride, while strengthening trust with all our stakeholders.” Further strengthening its leadership, NMDC continues to drive comprehensive initiatives across all areas recognised by PRSI. Through structured skill development programmes, NMDC is building future-ready talent and enhancing employability among youth.
Tripura The Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Directorate of Skill Development, Government of Tripura recently to jointly implement Skill Development and Community Outreach Programmes at the LPAI Training Centre, Agartala. This collaboration marks an important step towards promoting inclusive growth and strengthening livelihoods in India's border regions. Under the MoU, both organisations will jointly design and deliver structured training programmes focused on: Women's empowerment and entrepreneurship; Vocational and livelihood development; Community outreach and awareness; Sustainable economic self-reliance. The initiative is expected to benefit women, youth, and local workers in the border districts by enhancing employability, fostering entrepreneurship, and expanding income-generating opportunities. Officials from both organisations highlighted that investing in human capital around land ports is critical for improving the socio-economic ecosystem, boosting productivity, and deepening people-to-people engagement in border areas. The upcoming programmes at the LPAI Training Centre, Agartala will play a key role in nurturing skilled manpower and strengthening local enterprise. With this MoU, LPAI reaffirms its commitment to building not just efficient and secure land ports, but also resilient and empowered border communities-ensuring that infrastructure development goes hand in hand with human development.
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.
The name of Brajesh Kumar Singh has been recommended for the position of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of Canara Bank.
DBT’s BIRAC (est. 2012) announced expanded support for startups in pharma/biopharma via grants and interfaces. Includes new calls for monoclonal antibodies against Nipah virus. Trending: Indigenous manufacturing push, with ₹1,000 Cr RDI outlay for private R&D.
Yuvraj Goenka has been appointed as Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of Rolta India Limited.
Deepak Chauhan has been appointed as Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of Rolta India Limited.
Nagamallesh Gattu has been appointed as Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of Rolta India Limited.
Ms Lakshmi Ramakrishnan has been appointed as Independent Director of Rajoo Engineers Limited.
Nikshit Hemendra Shah has resigned from the position of Director of Skyline Ventures India Limited.
Better returns
Because IRS officers get better returns from the private sector, probably.
Saurabh
Share the meal
This time party in power doesn’t want to share the meal
Kash
Why BHEL HR Director, Krishna Thakur is switching over to NMDC?
He is doing his best at BHEL now he will set right NMDC. This is always better to switch to other organisation if opportunity comes particularly at higher position. You will enjoy your previous contacts to do better in new organisation. You can enjoy benefits of both the organisation in terms of various activity personal or official. Overall this is good for the company. BHEL is a big organisation and will get suitable replacement for sri thakur soon.
Sanjeev Kumar Chaurasiya
Free to Join
It is very sad part that BHEL's employees below board level are forced not to apply in any PSU by not issuing NOC as required by other PSU. But, board level members free to join any other organisation. It is completely in appropriate action on part of employees.
A Visitor
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.
Comments
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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