Who will be Minister from Odisha if Pradhan is BJP Chief?
In case Union Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan is appointed as new Chief of BJP, then the question is being asked who could be inducted into Modi cabinet from Odisha. Sources said that tie could be between Vaijayant Panda or Aparajita Sarangi. But the million dollar question is- will the PM expand his cabinet?
Vaghela’s return adds new twist to Gujarat politics
Political activity in Gujarat is intensifying as local body elections draw closer, set to take place early next year. In an important development, former BJP leader and seasoned politician Shankersinh Vaghela has re-entered active politics by launching a new party, the Prajasakti Democratic Party (PSDP). This marks Vaghela's third attempt to establish a political outfit and shows his persistent efforts to reclaim a foothold in Gujarat’s politics. Vaghela’s return comes after years of political realignments and shifts, signaling his determination to make a fresh impact in the state’s civic polls. The timing of this move is crucial, as the opposition Congress struggles to recover from a series of electoral defeats, both at state and national level. With the Congress battling to stay relevant, Vaghela’s PSDP is likely to split anti-BJP votes, potentially benefiting the ruling BJP.
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Secretaries’ appointments likely after winter session
The much awaited appointments of Secretaries in the Government of India are likely to take place after the winter session of Parliament is over. About half a dozen posts of Secretaries are vacant.
Who will succeed Prasad as Chief Secretary, AP?
All eyes are on the appointment of new Chief Secretary in Andhra Pradesh as the incumbent Neerabh Kumar Prasad is retiring on December 31, 2024.
G Anantha Ramu a strong contender for Chief Secretary, AP
G Anantha Ramu appears to be a strong contender for the post of Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh. He is a 1990 batch IAS officer of AP cadre.
Subodh Kumar Singh returns to parent cadre, likely to be PS to CM, CG
Subodh Kumar Singh, Additional Secretary & Financial Advisor, Ministry of Steel, has been repatriated to his parent cadre on the request of the State Government. Singh, who belongs to the 1997 batch IAS officer of Chhattisgarh cadre, is expected to be installed as Principal Secretary to Chief Minister.
Ms Yogita Rana returns to parent cadre
Ms Yogita Rana, Joint Secretary, Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, has been given premature repatriation to her parent cadre. She is a 2003 batch IAS officer of Telangana cadre.
17 lateral entry officers get extension
As many as 17 officers working from Joint Secretary to Deputy Secretary level posts on lateral entry on three years contract in their respective Ministries and Departments have been given extensions.
Lateral entry posting of Krishnamurthy as Jt Secretary, Revenue extended
The tenure of lateral entry posting of Balasubramanian Krishnamurthy working as Joint Secretary, Department of Revenue has been extended up to January 16, 2027 after the completion of his three years initial posting.
Lateral entry posting of S P Kumar as Jt Secretary, Agriculture extended
The tenure of lateral entry posting of Samuel Praveen Kumar working as Joint Secretary, Department of Agriculture, Coop & FW, has been extended up to December 30, 2026 after the completion of his three years initial posting.
Lateral entry posting of Manish Chadha as Jt Secretary, Commerce extended
The tenure of lateral entry officer Manish Chadha, Joint Secretary, Department of Commerce has been extended up to January 6, 2027 after the completion of his three years initial posting.
Shortage of 17 IPS officers in Bihar cadre
A total of 225 IPS officers are in positions in Bihar cadre against a total authorized strength of 242. There is a shortage of 17 IPS officers in the cadre.
Trailukya Borgohain appointed as Director, Oil India Ltd
Trailukya Borgohain, CGM, OIL has been appointed as Director (Operations) of Oil India Limited.
12 candidates in race for Director (ER&D), BHEL
As many as 12 candidates have been shortlisted to be interviewed for the post of Director (Engineering, Research & Development), Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL).
BHEL Bhopal ED in race for Director (E, R&D), BHEL
S M Ramanathan, ED, Bhopal Unit of BHEL, is in the race for the post of Director (Engineering, Research & Development), Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL). A vacancy of this post is arising on January 1, 2025 with the expiring term of incumbent Jai Prakash Srivastava on December 31, 2024.
Interviews for CMD, HCL today
The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) is holding interviews for the post of Chairman-cum-Managing Director, Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) on December 18, 2024.
M P Barwal in race for CMD, HLL Lifecare
M P Barwal, GM, SAIL is in the race for the post of Chairman-cum-Managing Director, HLL Lifecare.
Samuel Praveen Kumar selected as Director (M&CP), CWC
Samuel Praveen Kumar, Joint Secretary in Government of India, has been selected for the post of Director (Marketing & Corporate Planning), Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC). As many as 11 persons were interviewed for the same.
Janab Jubair Ansari quits Indian Revenue Service-IT
Janab Jubair Ansari, ACIT, Ranchi, has resigned from the Indian Revenue Service of Income Tax (IRS-IT).
Three IAS officers in Bihar promoted to ACS Grade
Three IAS officers of 1995 batch belonging to Bihar cadre have been promoted to ACS Grade. The officers are: Arvind Kumar Chaudhary, Vijaylaxmi N and Dr B Rajender.
Two IAS officers in Bihar promoted to HAG
Two IAS officers of 2000 batch belonging to Bihar cadre: Prem Singh Meena and N Sarvana Kumar have been promoted to Higher Administrative Grade.
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