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No Change in the Rate of Personal Income Tax and The Rate of Tax for Companies on Income in Financial Year 2015-16

No Change in the Rate of Personal Income Tax and The Rate of Tax for Companies on Income in Financial Year 2015-16 Surcharge @12% Levied on Individuals, HUFs, AOPs, BOIs, Artificial Juridical Persons, Firms, Cooperative Societies and Local Authorities Having Income Exceeding Rs 1 Crore The Union Finance Minister Shri Arun Jaitley in his Budget Speech in Lok Sabha today proposed no change in the rate of personal Income-tax. He announced the tax proposals with no change in the rate of tax for companies in respect of the income earned in the financial year 2015-16, assessable in the assessment year 2016-17.

Benefits to Middle Class Tax Payers in the Budget 2015-16

Benefits to Middle Class Tax Payers in the Budget 2015-16 Payments to the Beneficiaries Including Interest Payment on Deposit in Sukanya Samriddhi Scheme to be Fully Exempt The Union Minister of Finance Shri Arun Jaitley in his Budget Speech in Lok Sabha today proposed rationalization of various tax exemptions and incentives to reduce tax disputes and improve tax administration. He said, with a view to encourage savings and to promote health care among individual tax payers, it is proposed to increase the limit of reduction of health insurance premium from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 and for senior citizen this limit is increase from Rs 20,000 to Rs 30,000.

AICPIN for the Month of January 2015 – Index stands at 254

AICPIN for the Month of January 2015 – Index stands at 254 No. 5/1/2015- CPI GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT LABOUR BUREAU `CLEREMONT’, SHIMLA-171004 DATED: the 27 th February, 2015 Press Release Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW) – January, 2015 The All-India CPI-IW for January, 2015 increased by 1 point and pegged at 254 (two hundred and fifty four). On 1-month percentage change, it increased by 0.40 per cent between December, 2014 and January, 2015 when compared with the decrease of (-) 0.84 per cent between the same two months a year ago.

Meeting with 7th Pay Commission and DoPT on 25.2.2015 – Confederation publishes brief resume of the discussions

Meeting with 7th Pay Commission and DoPT on 25.2.2015 – Confederation publishes brief resume of the discussions Meeting with Chairman 7th Pay Commission & Discussion with Govt. on NJCA Strike Charter of Demands – 25.02.2015 – Com. K. K. N. Kutty (President), Com. M. S. Raja (Working President) & Com. M. Krishnan (Secretary General) attended both the meetings on behalf of Confederation. Shiva Gopal Mishra Secretary Joint Consultative Machinery for Central Government Employees 13-C, Ferozshah Road, New Delhi – 110001 No. NC-JCM/2015/S.C February 26, 2015 Dear Comrade The Standing Committee of the Staff Side, National Council has interaction with the 7th CPC on 25th Feb. 2015 followed by the Standing Committee meeting of National Council (JCM) with the Secretary DOPT in the afternoon. 

JCM Staff Side Meeting with 7th Pay Commission – Discussion about DA Merger and Interim Relief

JCM Staff Side Meeting with 7th Pay Commission – Discussion about DA Merger and Interim Relief The JCM Staff Side delegation met the Chairman, Seventh Central Pay Commission, 25/02/2015 at 11:00 hrs. The detailed report as follows… NFIR National Federation of Indian Railwaymen 3, CHELMSFORD ROAD, NEW DELHI . 110055 No.IV/NFIR/7th CPC/Corres/Pt.V Dated 25/02/2015 Sub: JCM Staff Side Meeting with the Chairman, 7th CPC. The JCM Staff Side delegation met the Chairman, Seventh Central Pay Commission, 25/02/2015 at 11:00 hrs. The following issues were raised :- i. Merger of DA with Pay and grant of Interim Relief :-

Amendment in CCS Leave Rules for Disabled Persons – Dopt Orders

Amendment in CCS Leave Rules for Disabled Persons – Dopt Orders Amendment to Central Civil Service (Leave) Rules, 1972 – Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of justifys and Full Participation) Act, 1995 (PWD Act, 1995,)-regarding G.I., Dep. of Per. & Trg., O.M.No.18017/1/2014-Estt(L), dated 25.2.2015 Subject: Amendment to Central Civil Service (Leave) Rules, 1972 – Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of justifys and Full Participation) Act, 1995 (PWD Act 1995)-regarding The Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1972 were amended vide the Department of Personnel and Training Notification No.13026/1/2002-Estt(L) dated the 15/16th January, 2004 consequent to the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of justifys and Full Participation) Act, 1995 (PWD Act 1995) which came into force from 7th February, 1996.

AIBOA published discussion and decision taken in the meeting with IBA on 23.2.2015

AIBOA published discussion and decision taken in the meeting with IBA on 23.2.2015 ALL INDIA BANK OFFICERS’ ASSOCIATION Circular No.6/VI/2015 February 23, 2015 Camp: MUMBAI To: ALL UNITS / STATE COMMITTEES Dear Comrades, WAGE REVISION – 18TH ROUND. TOTAL QUANTUM CLINCHED. A NEW SERVICE CONDITION INTRODUCED. 4 DAYS STRIKE CALLED OFF. In the background of C.L.C.(Central) Delhi, counseling IBA and also representatives of the unions to get back to the negotiation on 20.02.2015, in which Com.Alok Khare, Vice Chairmen, Com.S.S.Shishodia, President and Com.Sanjay Khan Joint Secretary AIBOA participated and at the CLC’s advice IBA invited the unions for discussions on 23.02.2015.

Dopt Clarification on Definition of a Dependent Family Member – Whether ‘married son’ can be considered for compassionate appointment?

Dopt Clarification on Definition of a Dependent Family Member – Whether ‘married son’ can be considered for compassionate appointment? G.I., Dep.of Per. & Trg., O.M.No.14014/02/2012-Estt(D), dated 25th February, 2015 Department of Personnel & Training Establishment ‘D’ Section Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Compassionate Appointment Definition of a Dependent Family Member S.No. Question and Answer 60. Whether ‘married son’ can be considered for compassionate appointment?

DOPT invited NC JCM Staff Side for a meeting on the issues raised in Charter of Demands

DOPT has invited NC JCM Staff Side for a meeting on the issues raised in Charter of Demands. Meeting to be held on 25/2/2015 under the Chairmanship of Secretary (P) – Order sent to all Secretaries G.I., Dep. of Per. & Trg., O.M.F.N0.3/1/2015-JCA, dated 23.2.2015 Subject: Meeting to be held on 25/2/2015 under the Chairmanship of Secretary (P). This is in continuation of this Department’s letter of even no. dated 20th February, 2015 forwarding therewith the letter No. NC/JCM/2015 dated 11/2/2015 received from Staff Side, NC (JCM). A copy of the Charter of Demands received vide their letter dated. 2nd February is also enclosed.

Standing Committee of National Council JCM Meeting Held on 7.5.2014 – Minutes issued by DoPT

Standing Committee of National Council JCM Meeting Held on 7.5.2014 – Minutes issued by DoPT Department of Personnel and Training has now published the detailed minutes of the ‘Standing Committee of National Council JCM’ meeting held on 7.5.2014 on its portal. The meeting was chaired by Dr.S.K.Sarkar, Secretary DoPT and elevan members of JCM Staff Side was attended the meeting. The detailed record note of the meeting has already published in our blog on 7th August, 2014( Click here to view ). Once again the content of the orders which was published by DoPT today is reproduced and given below for your information… Minutes of the meeting of the Standing Committee held on 7th May, 2014 1. A meeting of the Standing Committee of the National Council (JCM), was held on 7.5.2014 at 11.00 AM in Conference Room No 119, North Block and was chaired by Dr S K Sarkar, Secretary DOP&T. A list of members who attended this meeting is at ANNEXURE I.

NFIR - 55 Point Charter of Demands Including DA Merger, Interim Relief and Scrap NPS

NFIR’s 55 Point Charter of Demands Including DA Merger, Interim Relief and Scrap NPS 1. Withdraw FDI, PPP in Railways – Stop Out Sourcing, Contractorisation and Privatization. 2. Scrap New Pension Scheme in Railways and restore liberalised pension scheme. 3. DA merger with pay with retrospective effect and payment of Interim Relief to Central Government employees (serving and retired). 4. Calculation and payment of Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) on actual wages. 5. Transport Allowance be exempted from the purview of Income Tax.

Meeting with 7th Pay Commission on 25.02.2015 – Memorandum including Minimum Wages, Retirement Benefits, Allowances

Meeting with 7th Pay Commission on 25.02.2015 – Memorandum including Minimum Wages, Retirement Benefits, Allowances AIRF All India Railwaymen’s Federation 4, State Entry Road, New Delhi – 110055 No.AIRF/60 Dated- February 24, 2015 The General Secretaries, All Affiliated Unions, Dear Comrades, Sub: Meeting with Seventh Pay Commission on 25.02.2015 Seventh Central Pay Commission is going to hold a meeting with Staff Side Members of NC JCM on 25th February 2015 at 11.00 am in the Conference Room, 1st Floor B­14/A, Chatrapati Shivaji Bhawan, Qutub Institutional Area, New Delhi.

X Bipartite Bank Employees Wage Revision - Settlement points between IBA and Bank Unions

X Bipartite Bank Employees Wage Revision - Settlement points between IBA and Bank Unions Indian Banks’Association Minutes of the discussions held on 23rd February 2015 between IBA representing Management of banks which are parties to the Bipartite settlement and Workmen Unions and Officers Associations on wage revision Discussions were held between the Indian Banks’Association representing Managements of banks and the authorized representatives of Workmen Unions and Officers Associations on wage revision for officers in banks. After holding several rounds of discussions, the parties have mutually agreed as under:

Prime Minister says Budget session of Parliament important as people look at it with lot of hopes

Prime Minister says Budget session of Parliament important as people look at it with lot of hopes Prime Minister says Budget session of Parliament important as people look at it with lot of hopes Says it is collective responsibility of all parties to ensure effective functioning of Parliament PM assures leaders of several parties all their concerns will be discussed Shri M.Venkaiah Naidu says broad consensus on Ordinances; Land concerns can be discussed Several parties call for smooth functioning of Parliament at All Party Meet on Budget session Leaders welcome Prime Minister’s statement on religious freedom

Reckoning of 30% pay element for the purpose of payment towards leave encashment upto 10 days to running staff

Reckoning of 30% pay element for the purpose of payment towards leave encashment upto 10 days to running staff GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (RAILWAY BOARD) RBE No.10 /2015 No.E(P&A)II-2011/RS-20 New Delhi, dated 12/02/2015 The General Managers, All Indian Railways & Prod. Units etc. (As per mailing lists No.I&II). Sub: Reckoning of 30% pay element for the purpose of payment towards leave encashment upto 10 days to running staff.

Income limit for dependency for the purpose of providing CGHS – MoD Orders

Income limit for dependency for the purpose of providing CGHS – MoD Orders G.I., Min. of Defence, O.M.No.9(6)/2014/D(Civ-II), dated 30.12.2014 Subject: Revision of Income limit for dependency for the purpose of providing CGHS coverage to family members of the CGHS covered employees subsequent to implementation of recommendations of the VI CPC – Clarification regarding. The undersigned is directed to refer to the above mentioned subject and to state as follow:

Meeting between JCM Staff Side & 7th Pay Commission – Discussion on DA Merger & Interim Relief – NFIR

Meeting between JCM Staff Side & 7th Pay Commission – Discussion on DA Merger & Interim Relief – NFIR Meeting with the 7th Central Pay Commission – reg NFIR National Federation of Indian Railwaymen 3, Chelmsford road, New Delhi – 110 005 No.IV/NFIR/7th CPC/Corres/Pt.V Dated: 18/02/2015 The General Secretaries of Affiliated Unions of NFIR Dear Brother, Sub: Meeting with the 7th Central Pay Commission – reg. A meeting will take place between the JCM Staff Side and the 7th Central Pay Commission on 25th February 2015. Following issues are expected to be discussed in the meeting.

AIRF writes to PM in respect of his support in defending justify to Strike for workers

AIRF writes to PM in respect of his support in defending justify to Strike for workers Com. Shiva Gopal Mishra writes to Prime Minister of India in respect of his support in defending justify to Strike for workers. A.I.R.F. All India Railwaymen’s Federation 4, State Entry Road, New Delhi – 110055, India No.AIRF/128 Dated: February 18, 2015 Shri Narendra Modi Ji, Hon’ble Prime Minister, (Government of India), South Block, New Delhi Respected Sir, I write today to alert you to the serious situation faced by the International Labour Organization. The Employers’ Group in the Committee on the Application of Standards precipitated a crisis by challenging the independence of the long-established and authoritative Committee of the Experts on Application of Conventions and Recommendations(CEACR), a group of highly qualified persons, vetted and appointed through the tripartite Governing Body of the ILO.

Dopt Orders on MACP – Granting of MACP benefits as and when the employees become eligible

Dopt Orders on MACP – Granting of MACP benefits as and when the employees become eligible "MACPS are not being granted as per the schedule/provisions in the MACP Scheme leading to dissatisfaction and grievances among the employees. Therefore, Ministries/Departments are advised to ensure strict compliance to the time limits indicated in MACPS for grant of benefits under this scheme as and when the employees become eligible for such benefits".

BPS- As Principal stakeholder of Civil Pensioners at 7th CPC round-table on 17.2.15

Important demands of Civil and Defence Pensioners submitted to 7th Pay Commission- BPS BPS- As Principal stakeholder of Civil Pensioners at 7th CPC round-table on 17.2.15 As a rare distinction ‘Bharat Pensioners Samaj’ & its one affiliate CGPA Noida only were shortlisted to represent Civil Pensioners on 7th CPC round -table, the other three organizations who participated were of Defence Pensioners. No cutoff dates, min.pension to be 65% family Pension 45% of last drawn, include DA in pension emoluments, bring down ratio bet.minimum-maximum paid,

Submission of declaration of assets and liabilities by the public servants for each year – Dopt orders Feb 2015

Submission of declaration of assets and liabilities by the public servants for each year – Dopt orders Feb 2015 G.I., Dep. of Per. & Trg., O.M.F. No. 11013/3/2014-Estt.(A), dated 17.2.2015 Subject: Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964 and The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 — Submission of declaration of assets and liabilities by the public servants for each year — regarding The undersigned is directed to refer to this Department’ OM of even no. dated /16.01.2015 clarifying the provisions relating to submission of declaration of assets and liabilities by the public servants. As per this clarification, all Government Servants have been advised that: (i) The annual Immovable Property Return (IPR), as on 31.12.2014, under the existing CCS(Conduct) Rules, 1964 is required to be filed on or before 31.01.2015; (ii) The first return under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 (as on 01.08.2014) should be filed on or before 30.04.2015; and (iii) The next ann

Importance of following the due process in disciplinary proceedings – DOPT Orders issued on 18.2.2015

Importance of following the due process in disciplinary proceedings – DOPT Orders issued on 18.2.2015 G.I., Dep. of Per. & Trg., O.M.F. No.11012/3/2015-Estt.A-III, dated 18.2.2015 Subject: Importance of following the due process in disciplinary proceedings – regarding This Department has been emphasising the necessity of conforming with the procedures prescribed in the Central Civil Services (Classification, Control & Appeal) Rules, 1965 [CCS(CCA) Rules, 1965] while dealing with the disciplinary proceedings conducted in Ministries/ Departments. Many a times the Hon’ble Administrative Tribunals and Courts have held the proceedings non-est for non-conformity of the procedure, without even going into the merits of the case. This issue was highlighted recently in the judgement of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in the B. V. Gopinath case in SLP No. 6348/2011.

Travelling Allowance in respect of Attendant/Escort for accompanying a Government Servant with Disabilities on travel during tour/training

Travelling Allowance in respect of Attendant/Escort for accompanying a Government Servant with Disabilities on travel during tour/training etc. G.I., Finane Ministry, O.M.No.19030/3/2013-E.IV, dated 17.2.2015 Subject:- Travelling Allowance in respect of Attendant/Escort for accompanying a Government Servant with Disabilities on travel during tour/training etc. References have been received in the Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditure seeking provision in the Rules/instructions regulating Travelling Allowance, in order to allow grant of Travelling Allowance to the Government servant with Disabilities in respect of an Attendant/Escort accompanying such a Government servant with Disabilities during travel while on tour/training, etc. At present there are no provisions in the Travelling Allowance rules which allows Government servants to claim Travelling Allowance in respect of Attendant/Escort accompanying them on tour/ training, etc. where such Government servants

DoPT’s reply to NC JCM Staff Side on the decision to call for strike on 28th April 2015

DoPT’s reply to NC JCM Staff Side on the decision to call for strike on 28th April 2015 No.3/1/2015-JCA Government of India Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pension Department of Personnel & Training New Delhi, dated the January, 2015 To Shri Shiva Gopal Mishra, Secretary, Staff Side, National Council (JCM) 13, C Ferozshah Road New Delhi Sir, Please refer to your letter No.NC/JCM/2015 dated 11th January, 2015 addressed to the Cabinet Secretary regarding the National Council (Staff Side)’s decisions to call for strike on 28th April, 2015.

National Council JCM Staff Side Secretary writes to Director/JCA about concerns of Central Government employees

National Council JCM Staff Side Secretary writes to Director/JCA about concerns of Central Government employees Com. Shiva Gopal Mishra Secretary Staff Side NC JCM writes to Director JCA about concerns of central government employees Shiva Gopal Mishra Secretary NATIONAL COUNCIL (STAFF SIDE) Joint Consultative Machinery for Central Government Employees 13-C, Ferozshah Road, New Delhi-110001 No. NC/JCM/2015 Dated 16.02.2015. The Director/JCA, Government of India, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pension, Department of Personnel & Training, New Delhi.

Committee for evolving a new formula for productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) on Indian Railways.

Committee for evolving a new formula for productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) on Indian Railways. Government of India Ministry Of Railways Railway Board No.E(P&A)II-2013/PLB-8 New Delhi, dt.11-02-2015 The General Secretary, AIRF, 4, State Entry Road, New Delhi – 110 055 The General Secretary, NFIR, 3, Chelmsford Road, New Delhi – 110 055. Sub: Committee for evolving a new formula for productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) on Indian Railways.

To start in-house Weekly Training in all Ministries/Departments – Dopt

To start in-house Weekly Training in all Ministries/Departments – Dopt G.I., Dep. of Per. & Trg., O.M. F.No.T-17/1/2014-CTP(CSS), dated 10.2.2015 Subject: To start in-house Weekly Training in all Ministries/Departments The undersigned is directed to refer to this Department’s OM of even number dated 17th October 2014 (copy enclosed) wherein all Ministries/Departments were requested to start hourly in-house weekly training for their employees immediately, However information in this regard is awaited.

Revoking suspension of empanelment of Dr. Khanna’s path Care Pvt. Ltd. Delhi

Revoking suspension of empanelment of Dr. Khanna’s path Care Pvt. Ltd. Delhi G.I., M.H., CGHS, O.M.F. No: S-11011/02/2014-CGHS (HEC), dated 13.2.2015 Sub: Revoking suspension of empanelment of Dr. Khanna’s path Care Pvt. Ltd. Delhi. With reference to the above mentioned matter, the undersigned is directed to draw attention to the Office Order dated 14.11.2014 vide which empanelment of Dr. Khanna’s Path Care Pvt. Ltd., A-43, Hauz Khas, New Delhi – 110016 was suspended for a period of three months or till further orders. 

Reimbursement of in-patient medical expenses in addition to Fixed Medical Allowance(FMA) to serving Government employees in remote areas

Proposal for reimbursement of in-patient medical expenses in addition to Fixed Medical Allowance(FMA) to serving Government employees in remote areas No.9(1)/2010/D(Civ-II) Government of India Ministry of Defence B Wing, Sena Bhavan, New Delhi Dated 15th December, 2014 OFFICE MEMORANDUM Subject: Proposal for reimbursement of in-patient medical expenses in addition to Fixed Medical Allowance(FMA) to serving Government employees in remote areas. The undersigned is directed to refer to Ministry of Health & Family Welfare’ ID No. S.14025/9/2011-MS dated 14.08.2014 on the above mentioned subject.

Empanelment of private hospitals (including dental clinics and eye centres) and diagnostic centres under CGHS Delhi & NCR

Empanelment of private hospitals (including dental clinics and eye centres) and diagnostic centres under CGHS Delhi & NCR(Click here to view the detailed list of CGHS Hospitals updated on Nov 2014) No. S.11045/36/2012-CGHS (HEC) Government of India Directorate General of Central Government Health Scheme Department of Health & Family Welfare Nirman Bhawan, New Delhi. Dated the 10th February, 2015 OFFICE ORDER Subject: Empanelment of private hospitals (including dental clinics and eye centres) and diagnostic centres under CGHS Delhi & NCR. In continuation of this Directorate’s Office Memorandum of even no. dated 01.10.2014 on the above mentioned subject, the undersigned is directed to convey that in addition to the list of the hospitals (including dental clinics & eye centres) and diagnostic laboratories already empanelled, the hospitals (including dental clinics & eye centres) and diagnostic laboratories as per the list attached have also been

TEARFUL RED SALUTE to Com. S.K.VYAS

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TEARFUL RED SALUTE to Com. S.K.VYAS COMRADE S.K. VYAS  NO MORE  With deep grief and extreme sorrow, it is intimated that Com. S.K.Vyas, the legendary leader of the Central Govt. Employees and   Pensioners, is no more. He passed away at about 08.20 PM on 13 February 2015, at  a Jaipur hospital, where he was admitted a few days back after a massive heart attack. He was recovering, but all of a sudden, the situation worsened and he passed away. He was 85 years. His funeral will take place at Jodhpur on 14th Feb 2015. Com.Vyasji was the Secretary General of the Confederation of Central Govt. Employees and workers since 1967 for more than four decades. He was holding the posts of Secretary General of both BCPC and NCCPA, Federations of Pensioners  Associations till his end. His death is an irreparable loss to the entire CGE and Pensioners movement. Our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, friends and comrades. TEARFUL Red Salute to Com.S.K.Vyas !

Promotion of UDCs of Central Secretariat Clerical Service to the Assistant Grade of Central Secretariat Service on Ad hoc basis

Promotion of UDCs of Central Secretariat Clerical Service to the Assistant Grade of Central Secretariat Service on Ad hoc basis . G.I., Dep. of Per. & Trg., O.M.No.111112015-CS. II(S), dated 12.2.2015 Subject; Promotion of UDCs of Central Secretariat Clerical Service (CSCS) to the Assistant’s Grade of Centrai Secretariat (CSS) on Ad-hoc basis The undersigned is directed to refer to this Departments O.M. No. No.1211/2011-CS.I( (B) dated 27th January 2015 wherein a list of 1552  officials was circulated. Compliance report was also sought from the  cadre units with regard to their inclusion in the SL 2003(extended) UDC  grade. All the cadre units have given thesr report to effect that the officials  have been included in SL 2003(extended) and stand promoted.

LTC 80 Scheme – Air India Domestic Fare effective from 2.2.2015 for Central Govt Employees

LTC 80 Scheme – Air India Domestic Fare effective from 2.2.2015 for Central Govt Employees A another revised list of LTC 80 Fare with effect from 2nd February 2015 is released by Air India (Last updated on 3.11.2014). Already Dopt issued orders for relaxation to travel by air to visit Jammu & Kashmir, NER and Andaman Nicobar Islands on 26.9.2014. An additional Tourist destination has been granted to visit for central government employees in this order. Through this LTC relaxation they can now travel to Port Blair by Air from Kolkata/ Chennai/ Bhubaneswar if they are not entitled to travel by air. Government servants entitled to travel by air can avail this LTC from their Headquarters in Economy class.

7th Pay Commission – Meeting Details with the representatives of various Unions & Associations as on 10th Feb 2015

7th Pay Commission – Meeting Details with the representatives of various Unions & Associations as on 10th Feb 2015 Meetings held by 7th CPC (as on 10.02.2015) Date wise Meeting with 05.02.2015 At Port Blair: Central Government Employees Welfare Coordination Committee; Federation of Pharmacist Association (FIPO); Pensioners Association (JN Chander); Central Islands Agricultural Research Institute; Specialist Doctors Association; Light House and Light Ships Staff Association; Andaman and Nicobar Group “D” Medical Employees Association; Andaman and Nicobar Island Doctors Health Service Association; Andaman and Nicobar Teachers’ Association

Constitution of Search-cum-selection Committee for selection for appointment to a Board level post in Central Public Sector Enterprises(CPSEs)

Constitution of Search-cum-selection Committee for selection for appointment to a Board level post in Central Public Sector Enterprises(CPSEs) G.I., Dep. of Per. & Trg., O.M.No. 27(8)EO/2014(ACC), dated 12.02.2015 Subject: Constitution of Search-cum-selection Committee for selection for appointment to a Board level post in Central Public Sector Enterprises(CPSEs). Attention of all Ministries/Departments is invited to the Government of India Resolution dated 03.03.1987 as amended from time to time which provides that in special circumstances, the appointment to a particular post or posts in Public Sector Enterprises may be made other than through the PESB with the prior and specific approval of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet(ACC). The said Resolution also stipulates that the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, while granting such an approval, will also specify the body such as Search Committee, Selection Committee, or the Civil Services Board, as the case

Cadre Restructuring of Central Secretariat Stenographers’ Service (CSSS)- sanctioned strength of Officers – Dopt orders

Cadre Restructuring of Central Secretariat Stenographers’ Service (CSSS)- sanctioned strength of Officers – Dopt orders G.I., Dep. of Per. & Trg., O.M. No.15/112014-CS.II-(A), 11.2.2015 Subject: Cadre Restructuring of Central Secretariat Stenographers’ Service (CSSS)- sanctioned strength of Officers – regarding. The undersigned is directed to say that Cadre Restructuring of Central Secretariat Stenographers’ Service (CSSS) is under process in this Department. In this regard, the information rebted to sanctioned strength of the officers who are entitled to the assistance of the CSSS personnel is urgently required.

NFIR observe Satyagraha all over India on 26.2.2015

NFIR observe Satyagraha all over India on 26.2.2015 National Federation of Indian Railwaymen calls for sectoral struggle and ‘Satyagraha’ on 26th Feb 2015 all over India. Trade Union Unity – Satyagraha all over India on 26th Feb-2015 NFIR appeals to all affiliated Unions to participate in joint action including sectoral struggle and Satyagraha on 26th February, 2015. The affiliates may interact with INTUC leaders and cadre in their respective areas for the purpose of oberving “Satyagraha” jointly.

Amendment of Model Recruitment Rules for various posts – DoPT Orders issued on 9.2.2015

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Amendment of Model Recruitment Rules for various posts – DoPT Orders issued on 9.2.2015 G.I., Dep. of Per. & Trg., O.M. No.3/2/2009-Dir.(C), dated 9.2.2015 Subject: Amendment of Model Recruitment Rules for various posts in Non Statutory Departmental Canteens/Tiffin Rooms located in Central Government Offices. The undersigned is directed to refer to this Department’s OM of even number dated 4/6/2014 and 22/5/2013 wherein Model Recruitment Rules (RRs) for various Group ‘B’ & Group ‘C’ posts in Non-Statutory Departmental Canteens / Tiftin Rooms located in Central Government Offices were circulated.

Encashment of earned leave alongwith LTC – Clarification issued by Dopt

Encashment of earned leave alongwith LTC – Clarification issued by Dopt G.I., Dep. of Per. & Trg., O.M.No.14028/2/2012-Estl(L), 9.2.2015 Subject: Encashment earned leave alongwith LTC- clarification. The undersigned is directed to refer to DoPT’s O.M. No. 31011/4/2008-Estt.(A), dated 23s September, 2008 allowing encashment of earned leave alongwith LTC and to say that references have been received with regard to the number of times that a Government servant can avail of the encashment within the same block.

NFIR insists to 7th Pay Commission to arrange a meeting to discuss on its memorandum

NFIR insists to 7th Pay Commission to arrange a meeting to discuss on its memorandum NFIR writes a letter to the Chairman of 7th Central Pay Commission to fix a inter-action meeting on its memorandum. The letter is reproduced below… "In the Railways, there are eight major departments with hundreds of categories. Eight different dates for explaining our case may kindly be considered." Interaction Meeting with Seventh Central Pay Commission on NFIR’s Memorandum

AIRF getting ready for oral evidence before 7th Pay Commission – Meeting is likely to start from March 2015

AIRF is getting ready for oral evidence before 7th Pay Commission – Meeting is likely to start from March 2015 Preparations for oral evidence before Seventh Central Pay Commission A.I.R.F All India Railwaymen’s Federation No.AIRF/405 (VII CPC) Dated: February 5, 2015 The General Secretaries, All Affiliated Unions, Dear Comrades, Sub: Preparations for oral evidence before Seventh Central Pay Commission You are aware that the schedule of holding hearings by the VII CPC may appear on any day, and oral evidence is likely to commence from March 2015.

Biometric attendance system – Aadhaar details should not be used for personal reasons – Supreme Court

Aadhaar based biometric attendance system – Aadhaar details should not be used for personal reasons – Supreme Court Aadhaar based biometric attendance system – Employees express displeasure The biometric Aadhaar-linked attendance system has now been introduced among the staff of Income Tax Department in Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry. This now links the everyday attendance of these Income tax officials with their Aadhaar card. The fingerprint registered in the Aadhaar card database must match with the fingerprint saved in the timecard. Employees who have not yet applied for their Aadhaar card were instructed to get them as soon as possible.

Voluntary Retirement from Persons suffering with disability – Dopt orders published on 6.2.2015

Voluntary Retirement from Persons suffering with disability – Dopt orders on 6.2.2015 G.I., Dep. of Per. & Trg., O.M.F. No. 25012/01/2015-Estt (A.IV), dated 6.2.2015 Subject: – Request for Voluntary Retirement from Persons suffering with disability – regarding. The undersigned is directed to say that many Government servants seek voluntary retirement on medical grounds. Sec 47 of the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of justifys and Full Participation) Act, 1995 (PWD Act) lays down that no establishment shall dispense with the services of an employee who acquires a disability during the course of service. It is proposed that any Government servant seeking voluntary retirement on medical grounds may be apprised of the above provisions of PWD ACT, in order that he can take a considered decision.

Recruitment to Multi Tasking Staff in Pay Band-1 with Grade Pay of Rs.1800

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