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MP to lift 8-year freeze on govt employees' promotion
Bhopal, April 9: In a landmark move, the Madhya Pradesh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, has resolved to lift the eight-year-long embargo on promotions for over four lakh government employees.
Arunachal Pradesh approves 'One Time Relaxation' for direct recruitment
Itanagar, April 8: The Arunachal Pradesh government has approved 'One Time Relaxation' of the prescribed upper age limit for direct recruitment, enabling them to be eligible and to apply for those categories of posts where the previous vacancy notifications (issued prior to 2024) has been or will be cancelled by the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), subject to prescribed conditions.
Australian Oppn abandons poll promise to ban WFH, cut 41,000 bureaucracy jobs
Canberra, April 7: Australia's Opposition party has abandoned its plan to end work-from-home (WFH) arrangements for public servants and cut 41,000 bureaucracy jobs, in a major policy reversal ahead of the general election.
MP CM Mohan Yadav launches foundation training program for state service officers in Bhopal
Bhopal, April 7: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav launched a 'Joint Foundation Training Program for State Service Officers' program at RCVP Noronha Academy of Administration in Bhopal on Monday, aiming to enhance the state's administrative strength.
IAS Detha apologises to Rajasthan HC, Justice Vyas emphasises public service duty
Jaipur, March 28: The Rajasthan High Court on Friday disposed of a contempt notice against IAS officer Bhawani Singh Detha after he issued an unconditional apology for non-compliance with a court order.
Belgium closely following Mehul Choksi case, says government spokesperson
Brussels, March 26: The Belgian government is closely monitoring the case of fugitive Indian businessman Mehul Choksi, emphasising that it is being handled with significant attention, according to David Jordens, Spokesperson and Head of Service for social media and press at Belgium's Federal Public Service (FPS) Foreign Affairs.
UK: Indian-origin MP Virendra Sharma marks 50 years of public service
London, March 24: Indian-origin MP Virendra Sharma celebrated a remarkable milestone, marking 50 years of dedicated public service to the Ealing Borough and the Labour Party, a release observed.
Government service should not be viewed merely as a position, or status: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel
Gandhinagar, March 20: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel urged the newly appointed youths in the State Government's Water Resources Department to stay committed to their responsibilities and serve with integrity and dedication.
Rashtriya Karmayogi Jan Seva Programme aims to upskill individuals, broaden perspectives: Ayush Secretary
New Delhi, March 19: Ministry of Ayush Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha inaugurated the first batch of the Rashtriya Karmayogi Jan Seva Programme on Tuesday.
MP govt to start recruitment of new employees for all departments: CM Yadav
Ujjain, March 15: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Saturday that the state government will start recruitment of new employees for all departments, including police, soon.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta meets Lal Krishna Advani at his residence in New Delhi
New Delhi, March 12: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta met senior BJP leader and Bharat Ratna Lal Krishna Advani at his residence in New Delhi. Gupta shared some glimpses of her meeting with Advani on her official 'X' handle.
J&K Assembly zero hour dominated by public issues raised by MLAs
Jammu, March 12: The Zero Hour in the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday witnessed multiple public issues being raised by various Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), drawing attention to urgent concerns affecting the people in different constituencies.
PM Modi, Mauritius PM inaugurate Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation
Port Louis, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi alongwith Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam on Wednesday jointly inaugurated the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation.
Extraordinary personality: Om Birla hails former Uttarakhand CM Bhagat Koshyari
New Delhi, March 9: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Sunday hailed Bhagat Singh Koshyari, former Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, former Governor of Maharashtra and Goa, and former Member of Parliament, as an extraordinary personality who is leading an ordinary, simple life by example.
Odisha govt signs pact with Meta to launch WhatsApp chatbot for public services
Bhubaneswar, March 8: The Odisha government in collaboration with Meta, the US-based technology giant, will soon launch a unified WhatsApp Chatbot to ensure seamless access of various government services by the citizens across the state.
Digital literacy should be widely promoted among people, Andhra CM directs officials
Amaravathi, March 3: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on Monday directed the officials to make every effort to make every citizen as a "digital literate", thus transforming the entire State as a total digital literacy State", an official statement said.
Maha Cabinet clears data policy for effective, seamless services
Mumbai, Feb 25: The Maharashtra Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday approved the state Data policy which aims to utilise the data collected by various government departments effectively and in a transparent manner during the implementation of schemes and projects. A State Data Authority is being established under the Maharashtra Institution for Transformation (MITRA).
PM Modi inaugurates first edition of School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL) Conclave in Delhi
New Delhi, February 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the first edition of the School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL) Leadership Conclave at Bharat Mandapam.
PM Modi to inaugurate SOUL Leadership Conclave in Delhi today
New Delhi, Feb 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the first edition of the SOUL Leadership Conclave in Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on Friday.
BPSC 70th exam: Protest intensifies in Patna; popular educator Khan joins candidates
Patna, Feb 17: Hundreds of candidates protesting against alleged rigging in the 70th BPSC Preliminary Examination took to the streets of Patna on Monday. Popular educator ‘Khan Sir’ joined the protest, asserting that the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) must re-conduct the exam.
Transparent recruitment process is our priority: Assam CM
Guwahati, Feb 16: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said that his government has prioritised the transparent recruitment process that has brought a major change to the governance model.
Gujarat CM performs Bhoomi Poojan for SOUL's leadership campus in Gandhinagar
Gandhinagar, February 14: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel performed the Bhoomi Poojan for SOUL's state-of-the-art campus in Gandhinagar. The ceremony was graced by Sudhir Mehta, Chairman of the Board of Directors of SOUL; SOUL Board Members; Dr. Hasmukh Adhia, Former Finance Secretary to the Government of India and Chairman of the SOUL Executive Committee; along with distinguished invitees and senior secretaries.
Rajasthan: Strict action to be taken against latecomers, absentees in govt offices
Jaipur, Feb 13: Government personnel arriving late or being absent without permission will face strict action in Rajasthan, as per directives issued by Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma.
Massive administrative reshuffle in Rajasthan; 53 IAS, 113 RAS, 34 IFS transferred
Jaipur, February 1: In a significant administrative reshuffle in Rajasthan, the state government's Personnel Department has released the transfer list of multiple Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS), Indian Police Service (IPS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS).
Centre expands Aadhaar authentication to boost good governance, ease of living
New Delhi, Jan 31: In a bid to help improve transparency and inclusivity in the decision-making process, the Centre on Friday expanded Aadhaar authentication to government and private entities for providing various services in the public interest boosting innovation, knowledge and public service enhancement.
National Conference on Good Governance begins in Gujarat
Gandhinagar, January 30: The two-day "National Conference on Good Governance," commenced in Gandhinagar on Thursday, with Union Minister of State for the Department of Science and Technology Jitendra Singh and Finance Minister of Gujarat Kanubhai Desai inaugurating the event. During the inaugural ceremony, the dignitaries launched the 'Minimum Government, Maximum Governance e-Journal' and the 'State Collaborative Initiative Portal,' as announced by the Gujarat Chief Minister's Office.
IT plays important role in establishing contact between govt & public: Haryana Minister
Gurugram, Jan 26: Haryana Industry and Commerce, Environment, Forest and Wildlife Minister Rao Narbir Singh said on Sunday that information technology (IT) has been successfully used on a large scale by minimising human intervention in the administration.
Central govt employees get tips on self-less service
New Delhi, Jan 25: Central government employees picked up tips on a citizen-centric approach to governance at an interactive event organised by the Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice, an official said on Saturday.
R-Day: 942 personnel to be honoured with Gallantry, Service Medals
New Delhi, Jan 25: On the eve of Republic Day, names of 942 personnel from police, fire, civil defence, home guard, and correctional services were announced for the various categories of gallantry and service medals, as per a government statement issued on Saturday.
Bihar: BPSC releases result of PT examination, 21581 candidates successful
Patna, Jan 23: The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) announced the results of the 70th Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination on Thursday. A total of 21,581 candidates have qualified the examination.
UAE: Sharjah Crown Prince chairs Executive Council meeting
Sharjah, January 21: Sharjah Executive Council (SEC) held its regular meeting, chaired by Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Executive Council, in the presence of Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, Deputy Chairman of the Executive Council on Tuesday at the Ruler's Office.
Bihar Governor assures justice to delegation of protesting BPSC candidates
Patna, Jan 13: The controversy surrounding the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) examination has reached the state's highest Constitutional office with Governor Arif Mohammad Khan assuring justice to a delegation of candidates who called on him on Monday.
MP CM Mohan Yadav distributes appointment letters to newly appointed govt officers, employees
Bhopal, January 10: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav distributed appointment letters to 362 newly appointed government officers and employees for various departments at a program organised at Ravindra Bhawan in Bhopal on Friday.