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AICPIN for the month of June 2015 – Expected DA July 2015 finalized

AICPIN for the month of June 2015 – Expected DA July 2015 finalized No.5/1/2015- CPI GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT LABOUR BUREAU ‘CLEREMONT’, SHIMLA-171004 DATED : 31st JuIy, 2015 Press Release Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-I W) – June, 2015 The All-India CPI-IW for June, 2015 increased by 3 points and pegged at 261 (two hundred and sixty one). On 1-month percentage change, it increased by (+) 1.16 per cent between May, 2015 and June, 2015 when compared with the increase of (4) 0.82 per cent between the same two months a year ago.

Removing Anomaly in Pensions of Ex-Servicemen

Removing Anomaly in Pensions of Ex-Servicemen Removal of anomaly, if any, in the pension being given to the various categories of ex-servicemen is a continuous process. Such anomaly is redressed, as and when it comes to the notice of the Government. The policy of “One Rank One Pension” has been adopted by the Government to address the pension disparities. The modalities for implementation of OROP are under consideration of the Government. It will be implemented once the modalities are approved by the Government.

Fix minimum wage with provisions of indexation – Item No.5 Charter of Demands

Charter of Demands and Explanatory Notes – All India Strike on 2.9.2015 Fix minimum wage with provisions of indexation – Item No.5 Charter of Demands Item No.5 : Fix minimum wage with provisions of indexation. (i) Effect wage revision of the Central Government Employees from 01.01.2014 accepting memorandum of the staff side JCM; ensure 5-year wage revision in future; grant interim relief and merger of 100% of DA; Include Gramin Dak Sevaks within the ambit of 7th CPC. Settle all anomalies of 6th CPC.

What are the expectations of the Central Government employees from the 7th Pay Commission?

What are the expectations of the Central Government employees from the 7th Pay Commission? “It is impossible for the 7th Pay Commission to fulfill all the demands of the Central Government employees. The question is – will it at least address the concerns of majority of them?” The media is full of unconfirmed reports on the submission of 7th Pay Commission report to Central Government. Recently in an interview with a leading English newspaper, Neelakanth Mishra, India equity strategist of Credit Suisse expressed his strong opinions about the 7th Pay Commission and the implementation of its recommendations. The big question is – what are the expectations of the Central Government employees from the 7th Pay Commission?

Funeral of Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam will be held at 11 AM at Rameswaram on 30.7.2015 - MHA Order

Funeral of Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam will be held at 11 AM at Rameswaram on 30.7.2015 - MHA Order The Home Ministry in an official statement confirmed that “State funeral of former president Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam will be held with full military honours on July 30 (Thursday) at 11 a.m. at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu,”

TN Govt Declares Public Holiday on 30.7.2015 Over APJ Abdul Kalam’s demise

TN Govt Declares Public Holiday on 30.7.2015 Over APJ Abdul Kalam’s demise The State Government of Tamilnadu announced today that the 30th July 2015 declared as Public Holiday as a mark of respect for late former President Dr.APJ Abdul Kalam. According to a official report published in leading newspapers, it would be holiday for all educational institutions, and government and private establishments on Thursday under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.

Cabinet condoles death of former President Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam

Cabinet condoles death of former President Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam "He served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007. During his tenure, he was affectionately known as the People’s President.” Cabinet condoles death of former President Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam The Union Cabinet has expressed profound sorrow at the sad demise of former President of India, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. In a resolution passed at a special Cabinet Meeting this morning, it said, “in his passing away the country has lost a visionary scientist, a true nationalist and a great son”. The Cabinet met under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi and extended its heart-felt condolences to the bereaved family on behalf of the Government and the entire nation. The former President breathed his last at Bethany Hospital, Shillong, Meghalaya on 27th July, 2015.

Is there any connection between the report of 7th CPC and OROP announcement?

Is there any connection between the report of 7th CPC and OROP announcement? “Is there any connection between the submission of report of 7th CPC to Central and the announcement of OROP to Defence Personnel?” The 7th Pay Commission has announced through on its portal last month that the task was given by the Government to the commission will be completed within the time frame and the commission will submit its recommendations before September this year to Central Government. Some believe that the two reports could be linked. “The 7th Pay Commission is all set to submit its report to the Government before August 15.” “The Prime Minister is expected to announce the implementation of OROP in his Independence Day address to the nation.” According to unofficial sources, the 7th Pay Commission is going to submit its report to the Government before August 15. The fact that the commission has completed its work much ahead of its deadline is indeed commendable. This is

Expected DA from July 2015 and Jan 2016 – Simple Tool with input of AICPIN

Expected DA from July 2015 and Jan 2016 – Simple Tool with input of AICPIN Expected DA from July 2015 – To wait for the month of June AICPIN data that will be released on July 31 to find out. Expected DA from July to Dec 2015 What will the additional Dearness Allowance increase be from the month of July to Dec 2015? One has to wait for the AICPIN data for the month of June 2015 that will be released on July 31 to find out. Central Government employees are not the only ones who are eagerly waiting to find out what the DA percentage hike will be from July to December 2015. Central Pensioners and employees of the banking sectors too are curious to know. Additionally, the employees are working under state governments are also covered in this circle.

Incorporation of Aadhaar number in PPO Booklet – CPAO Orders

Incorporation of Aadhaar number in PPO Booklet – CPAO Orders Preparation of list of Government servants due to retire along with their Aadhaar numbers and incorporation of Aadhaar number in PPO Booklet GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF FINANCE DEPARTMENT OF EXPENDITURE CENTRAL PENSION ACCOUNTING OFFICE TRIKOOT-II, BHIKAJI CAMA PLACE, NEW DELHI-110066 CPAO/Tech/Jeevan Pramaan/2015-16/515 to 662 10.7.2015 Office Memorandum Subject:- Preparation of list of Government servants due to retire along with their Aadhaar numbers and incorporation of Aadhaar number in PPO Booklet.

Bonus Issue – Report on detailed discussions and conclusions of 46th ILC

Bonus Issue – Report on detailed discussions and conclusions of 46th ILC  Removal of Conditions on payment Ceiling eligibility Limits, Decisions to pay Minimum Bonus without linking to loss when the performance indicator satisfy grant of bonus- The major conclusions emanating from the discussions in the committee are as follows: The Conference committee on amendment of Bonus Act – Removal of Conditions on Payment Ceiling, Eligibility Limits. Decisions to pay Minimum Bonus without linking to loss when the performance indicator satisfy grant of bonus constituted to discuss the Agenda item No. 3 of 46th session of the Indian Labour Conference met under the chairmanship of Captain Abhimanyu, Minister of Labour, Govt. of Haryana. Shri Om Prakash Mittal, General Secretary, Laghu Udyog Bharti (LUB) and Ms. Meenakshi Gupta and Mr. B.B. Mallick, Joint Secretary, MoLE respectively were the Vice-Cheirman and Member Secretary of the Committee. The Committee had the representation of all

LTC advance – 65 days before the proposed date of outward journey

LTC advance – 65 days before the proposed date of outward journey Period for applying LTC advance A Government servant can draw the Leave Travel Concession advance 65 days before the proposed date of outward journey. Indian Railways has fixed the advance reservation period as 120 days excluding the date of journey w.e.f. 01.04.2015 for all long distance mail/express trains as well as Shatabdi Express trains.

Sanction of prosecution of government officials

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Sanction of prosecution of government officials It is stated that total 100,10 & 9 requests have been received against IAS officers, CSS officers & CBI Gr ‘A’ officers respectively. It is stated that total 66,8 & 6 requests were permitted during the period and prosecution was sanctioned against IAS officers, CSS officers & CBI Gr ‘A’ officers respectively. Year wise breakup is mentioned in the table below: It is stated that all the aforesaid requests in which sanction for prosecution has been received are still under trial. Hence, there is no input for conviction, acquittal and discharge. This was stated by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions and Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office, Dr. Jitendra Singh in a written reply to a question by Shri Avinash Pande in the Rajya Sabha today. Source: PIB News

Finance Ministry issued orders on upgradation of cities / towns on the basis of Census 2011 for the purpose of House Rent Allowance

Finance Ministry issued orders on upgradation of cities / towns on the basis of Census 2011 for the purpose of House Rent Allowance The new and revised list of cities & towns has been declared by the Finance Ministry today for the purpose of House Rent Allowance on the basis of Census 2011. House Rent Allowance to Central Government employees is now calculated on the basis of the population census of 2001. The cities and towns are classified as X, Y, and Z, based on their population. Employees in these towns are eligible for 30%, 20% and 10% House Rent Allowances respectively.

7th Pay Commission contemplates to recommend the Compensatory City allowance again

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7th Pay Commission contemplates to recommend the Compensatory City allowance again Sources said that the 7th CPC may recommend the Compensatory City allowance in its report for Central Govt employees. Upto 5th Pay Commisson, CCA has been granted to all CG Employees and we all know that the 6th CPC has abolished. The NC JCM Staff Side strongly suggested in its memorandum to introduce again the CCA to submitted to 7th Pay Commission earlier. The unconfirmed sources said, the CCA will come with two criteria as granting in the 5th CPC.

Status of Implementation of One Rank One Pension - Minister replied in Parliament

Status of Implementation of One Rank One Pension - Minister replied in Parliament today (21.7.2015) Status of Implementation of OROP The principle of One Rank One Pension for the Armed Forces has been accepted by the Government. The modalities for implementation were discussed with various stakeholders and are presently under consideration of the Government. It will be implemented once the modalities are approved by the Government.

PM meets Trade Union Leaders

PM meets Trade Union Leaders The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today met leaders from various Trade Unions, over tea. The meeting followed extensive consultations that these leaders had with an inter-ministerial team headed by the Finance Minister Shri Arun Jaitley, earlier in the day. The Prime Minister heard the views of the Trade Union leaders on various issues of interest to workers, including in areas related to economic policy, and related laws.

India Working Class Unitedly Demands Change of Policy – Confederation

India Working Class Unitedly Demands Change of Policy – Confederation 2015 SEPTEMBER 2nd ONE DAY STRIKE INDIA WORKING CLASS UNITEDLY DEMANDS CHANGE OF POLICY On 26th May, The day Modi Government at the Centre completed one year in office, Workers National Assembly at the Mavlankar Auditorium in the National Capital, New Delhi, in one voice condemned BJP-led NDA Government’s anti worker, anti-peasants, anti-people and pro-corporate, pro-MNC one year’s rule and declared country wide united protests and resistance through General Strike on 2nd September 2015 against these policies and to pursue 12 points charter of demands.

Steps for conducting inquiry in case of allegation of Sexual Harassment – DoPT Orders

Steps for conducting inquiry in case of allegation of Sexual Harassment – DoPT Orders G.I., Dept. of Per. & Trg. No.F.No.11013/2/2014-Estt (A-III), dated 16.7.2015 Subject: Steps for conducting inquiry in case of allegation of Sexual Harassment Undersigned is directed to say that during the meeting of the Chairpersons of Complaints Committees with Secretary (Personnel) on the 16 th April, 2015 it was suggested that the Department of Personnel and Training may prepare a step guide for conduct of inquiry in complaint cases of sexual harassment. Rule 14(2) of the Central Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1965 lays down that the Complaints Committee established in each Ministry or Department for inquiring into complaints of sexual harassment shall hold such inquiry as far as practicable in accordance with the procedure lain down in these Rules.

Retirement Age of Central Government Employees Controversy Begins Again

Retirement Age Controversy Begins Again Retirement Age of Central Government Employees Controversy Begins Again “Retirement age for Central Government employees is 60 years now. It was raised to 60 from 58 in 1998( Dopt order ), when the then NDA Government led by Atal Bihari Vajpayee” Last year, there were rumours that the centre was planning to raise the retirement age from 60 to 62. This time, retirement age makes headlines one again that the superannuation age may be decreased to 58.

Anna Hazare Prepares for Nationwide Protests for OROP

Anna Hazare Prepares for Nationwide Protests for OROP Anna Hazare has announced that he will soon launch nationwide protests against the Land Acquisition Act and for the implementation of OROP. The government under Narendra Modi is getting ready to make amendments to the current Land Acquisition Act and implement it. The new Bill was presented in the Parliament and passed. But, the upper house hasn’t yet cleared the Bill due to insufficient majority. The Bill has met with staunch opposition from the opposition parties, including Congress, and social activist Anna Hazare.

7th Pay Commission Recommendations has begun to emerge!

7th Pay Commission Recommendations has begun to emerge! “It doesn’t come as a surprise that even bits and morsels of information about the recommendations, which is being eagerly expected by nearly 50 lakh employees and pensioners, make headlines.” The recommendations of the 7th Pay Commission have slowly started to make their way to the media in the form of unconfirmed news. The information that was being extensively discussed by all for more than a week now has finally made it to the websites yesterday.

Expected Date for Submission of 7th Pay Commission Report and its important recommendations – Sources

Expected Date for Submission of 7th Pay Commission Report and its important recommendations – Sources As the 7th pay Commission itself declared that the work of compilation and finalization of the report is underway, it is the time for expecting the date on which the report will be submitted after it is finalized. The stipulated time for submitting the report is 18 months from the date of notification issued. In a resolution dated 28th February, 2014, Government of India has appointed the Seventh Central Pay Commission comprising Justice Shri Ashok Kumar Mathur as Chairman, Shri Vivek Rae as full time Member, Dr. Ratin Roy as part time Member and Smt. Meena Agarwal as Secretary

NC JCM Staff Side suggested to 7th Pay Commission on House Rent Allowance for CG Employees

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NC JCM Staff Side suggested to 7th Pay Commission on House Rent Allowance for CG Employees National Council JCM Staff Side given suggestion on House Rent Allowance for Central Government employees as under… The present scheme of HRA is based on the recommendation of the 6th CPC, which is as follows:

Submission of declaration of assets and liabilities by CSS officers – Dopt Orders on 16.7.2015

Submission of declaration of assets and liabilities by CSS officers – Dopt Orders on 16.7.2015 G.I., Dept. of Per. & Trg., O.M.No.21/2/2014-CS.I(PR/CMS), dated 16.7.2015 Subject: The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013- Submission of declaration of assets and liabilities by CSS officers – regarding. The undersigned is directed to refer to this Department’s O.M. of even number dalcd 9th and 23th April, 2015 regarding declaration of assets and liabilities by CSS officers under the Lokpal and Iokayuktas Act. 2013 and to state that vide Notifications dated 27.4,2015 the last date ror filing of returns by public servants under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act. 2013 as on 1.8.2014 and as on 31.3.2015 has been extended to 15th October 2015.

Grant of 30 percent HRA to Civilian Employees working at Ordnance Factory Yeddumailaram, Medak

Grant of 30 percent HRA to Civilian Employees working at Ordnance Factory Yeddumailaram, Medak Grant of HRA/CCA at Hyderabad Rates to the Defence Civilian Employees working at Ordnance Factory Yeddumailaram (Medak) and Eddumailaram (Census Town), Medak "Eddumailaram (Census Town) was declared / treated as Urban (i.e. Census Town) at 2001 Census..." "In view of the above Department of Expenditure is requested to re-examine the whole issue in terms of the supporting documents stated in the Preceding Para and arrange to issue instructions to continue 30% HRA for the Defence Civilian Employees of Ordnance Factory Yeddumailaram (Medak) and Eddumailaram (Census Town), Medak".

One Day Strike on 2.9.2015 & Indefinite Strike from 23.11.2015 – Confederation News with Charter of Demands

One Day Strike on 2.9.2015 & Indefinite Strike from 23.11.2015 – Confederation News with Charter of Demands CONFEDERATION OF CENTRAL GOVT. EMPLOYEES & WORKERS 1st Floor, North Avenue PO Building, New Delhi – 110001 Website: WWW. Confederationhq.blogspot.com Email: Confederationhq@yahoo.co.in No.CONFDN/GENL/2015 Dated - 13.07.2015 2015 SEPTEMBER 2 NATIONWIDE ONE DAY STRIKE AS PER THE CALL OF ALL CENTRAL TRADE UNIONS AND INDEPENDENT FEDERATIONS 2015 NOVEMBER 23 NATIONWIDE INDEFINITE STRIKE AS PER THE CALL OF NATIONAL JOINT COUNCIL OF ACTION OF ALL JCM NATIONAL COUNCIL STAFF SIDE ORGANIZATIONS INCLUDING RAILWAY, DEFENCE & CONFEDERATION. CONFEDERATION NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING DECIDED TO MAKE BOTH THE STRIKES A GRAND SUCCESS. START INTENSIVE CAMPAIGN AND PREPARATIONS NOW ONWARDS. CONDUCT GENERAL BODY MEETINGS, CONVENTIONS, OFFICE-TO-OFFICE CAMPAIGN AND GATE MEETINGS CIRCULATE NOTICES, PAMPHLETS, POSTERS AMONG ALL EMPLOYEES. EXH

Duplicity requests on RTI – Dopt advised to upload most often requests on the websites of all Departments

Duplicity requests on RTI – Dopt advised to upload most often requests on the websites of all Departments "Dopt instructed to all Ministries/Departments as per the suggestions given by the Department Related Parliamentary Standing Committe, to avoid duplicity of requests from the applicants often, upload the requests and the replies can be published on the websites of the Departments." G.I, Dept. of Per. & Trg., O.M.F.No.1/1/2013-IR, dated 9.7.2015 Subject: 76th Report of the Department Related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Personnel, Public Grievances, Law and Justice Recommendation regarding suo-motu disclosure under Section 4 of justify to Information Act, 2005.

Bonus Ceiling, eligibility limits and minimum bonus without linking to loss – Agenda for 46th Session of Indian Labour Conference.

Bonus Ceiling, eligibility limits and minimum bonus without linking to loss – Agenda for 46th Session of Indian Labour Conference. “Amendment of Bonus Act – Removal of conditions on payment ceiling, eligibility limits, decisions to pay minimum bonus without linking to loss when the performance indicator satisfy grant of bonus”. 47th Session of Standing Labour Committee revises agenda for 46th Session of Indian Labour Conference In a meeting held here on 10th July,2015, 47th Session of Standing Labour Committee shortlisted agenda items for detailed deliberation in the 46th Session of Indian Labour Conference.

Grant of 3% increment due to financial upgradation in the same Grade Pay – OFB Orders on 10.7.2015

Grant of 3% increment due to financial upgradation in the same Grade Pay – OFB Orders on 10.7.2015 Government of India Ministry of Defence Ordnance Factory Board Ayudh Bhavan 10A, Shaheed Kmudiram Bose Road, Kolkatta – 700 001 No.Per/1/01/CR/658 Date: 10/07/2015 To The Sr. General Managers’ / General Managers All Ordnance & Ordnance Equipmeni Factories Sub: Restructuring of Cadre of Artisan Staff in Defence Establishments in Modification of Recommendations of 6th CPC Ref: (i) OFB Circular No. 01/CR/A1/658 dated 17/02/2014 (ii) PC of A (FYS) Circular No. Pay/Tech-II/04/2014/02 dated 11.02.2014 (iii) PC of A (FYS) Circular No. Pay/Tech-II/04/2013/22 dated 31.07.2013 It has already been circulated vide Ref.(i) & (ii) above that HS/MCM workers drawing the pay scale of 5000-8000/- (i.e. Pay Scale of CM-II) by virtue of ACPS upto 31.12.2005 are to be considered for financial up-gradation in the Grade Pay of Rs.4600/- under 3rd MACP, if otherwi

Eligibility for LDCE for the post of Supervisor (NT) in Ordnance Factories

Eligibility for LDCE for the post of Supervisor (NT) in Ordnance Factories Government of India Ministry of Defence Ordnance Factory Board Ayudh Bhavan 10A, Shaheed Kmudiram Bose Road, Kolkatta – 700 001 No.06/2/dr/14-15/Per/NI Date: 3/07/2015 To 1) The All Sr. General Managers / General Managers / All Head of Units, Ordnance & Ordnance Equipment Factories. 2) The Sr.Prinicpal Director, NADP, Ambajhar, Nagpur. Sub : Eligibility for LDCE for the post of Supervisor (NT)-reg. In compliance with the rules contained in the SRO 30 dated 14.07.2010 & SRO 58 dated 19.07.2012, it is re-iterated in the following for information to all concerned in order to remove doubt and ambiguity arising out of it regarding the eligibility conditions for LDCE for the post of Supervisor (NT). An extract from the above mentioned SROs has been reproduced below : –

Method of Night Duty Allowance and Night Shift Bonus Calculation for Industrial Employees

Method of Night Duty Allowance and Night Shift Bonus Calculation for Industrial Employees Night Duty Allowance & Night Shift Bonus in OFB- Para 196 & 201 of Office Manual Part-VI (Volume-I) Chapter -V (Labour-Methods of Payment and Allocation) Night Duty Allowance 201. Industrial employees working on night shifts are eligible for Night Duty allowance on the basis of weightage of 10 minutes for every hour of night duty performed between 22.00 hours and 6.00 hours at the rates specified in the Government orders Issued from time to time.

Grant of increment for those who have completed one year on the day of superannuation - NC JCM Staff Side writes to the Secretary of Dopt

Grant of increment for those who have completed one year on the day of superannuation - NC JCM Staff Side writes to the Secretary of Dopt  " The issue was discussed several occasions, but was not agreed upon by the Official Side. The Official Side took the stand that the completion of the stipulated one year being the day on which the official retires, he cannot be granted one increment for having completed one year only the next day and for doing so, one has to be on duty. The fact that the official has completed the requisite one year for earning an increment was unfortunately glossed over. "

Yearly Increment for Central Government Employees from July 2015…

Yearly Increment for Central Government Employees from July 2015… As we are in the last six months for the implementation of 7th Central Pay Commission, let us look at the calculation of yearly increment implemented in the 6th CPC. The 6th Central Pay Commission which came in to effect from January 2006 and fully implemented with allowances like HRA, CCA, etc., from August 2008, presented a totally different look when compared to previous pay commissions. There were different types of decisions, ideas, information and recommendations in it.

5 Major issues of the CG Employees which are projected for a serving employee to the 7th Pay Commission

5 Major issues of the CG Employees which are projected for a serving employee to the 7th Pay Commission Major issues of the Central Government Employees Five major issues of the Central Government employees which are projected for a serving employee to the 7th CPC. 1) Inadequate pay compared to talent. 2) Lack of promotions and better increment rate. 3) Equal pay for equal work. 4) Non-filling up of vacant posts and increased work load. 5) Allowances to be paid as per market rate.

Public Servants (Furnishing of Information and Annual Return of Assets and Liabilities and the Limits of Exemption of Assets in filing Returns), Rules 2014

Public Servants (Furnishing of Information and Annual Return of Assets and Liabilities and the Limits of Exemption of Assets in filing Returns), Rules 2014-Insertion of second proviso under sub-rule(2) of rule 3. "Provided further that the public servants who have filed declarations, information and annual returns of property under the provisions of the rules applicable to such public servants, shall file the revised declarations, information or as the case may be, annual returns as on the 31 81day of March, 2015, to the competent authority on or before the 15th day of October, 2015".

Clarification orders on definition of Hometown LTC – PCA(FYS) issued on 6.7.2015

Clarification orders on definition of Hometown LTC – PCA(FYS) issued on 6.7.2015 PC of A (Fys) clarified that “areas falling within Urban Agglomeration of a city but within different districts may be termed as same station for the purposes of LTC Rules”.

Comparison of Group ‘B’ Posts between the Railways and Other Central Govt Departments

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Comparison of Group ‘B’ Posts between the Railways and Other Central Govt Departments A mild comparison of Group ‘B’ employees working in the Railways and other Central Government Departments as per the Census of 2001 and 2008. The Indian Railways Technical Supervisors Association(IRTSA) submitted an additional memorandum to 7th Pay Commission recently. The report is highlighted the situation of Group ‘B’ posts in Railways in last 14 years. We just reproduced the matter briefly for your information…

Hike in House Rent Allowance for Bank Employees as per 2011 Census

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Hike in House Rent Allowance for Bank Employees as per 2011 Census Bank Employees News : Based on the Census of 2011, the House Rent Allowance for Bank employees of a few cities are going to be hiked. AIBEA Circular Date : 6th July, 2015 Dear Comrades, HOUSE RENT ALLOWANCE AS PER 2011 CENSUS Recently Govt. of India has issued the Gazette notification for the Census as of 2011. It is the 15th Census in India beginning from 1872 and 7th since our independence.

Review of the extra pay, incentives, pay structure and allowances of CVOs in CPSE

Reassessment of CVO positions in CPSEs and the pay, incentives, allowances etc. related issues. G.I., Dept. of Per. & Trg., O.M.No.325/10/2015-AVD-III,dated 7.6.2015 Subject: Reassessment of CVO positions in CPSEs and the pay, incentives, allowances etc. related issues. The undersigned is directed to refer to the minutes of the meeting of the Selection Committee held on 24th June, 2015 and to say that a Committee has been formed under the chairmanship of Additional Secretary(S&V) to consider the issues related to reassessment of CVO positions in CPSEs and review of the extra pay, incentives, pay structure and allowances etc. of CVOs in CPSEs. 2. All Ministries/Departments are requested to furnish the following information about the CPSEs under their control within 15 days of receipt of this O.M.:-

Dopt issued FAQ on Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013

FAQs with Replies/Information, In Respect of Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 Whether the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 has come into force? Yes, vide Gazette Notification No. S.O. 119(E) dated 16-01-2014, the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 (1 of 2014 has come into force from the said date. However, the institution of Lokpal is yet to become functional, since the Act needs some amendments, inter alia, so as to resolve certain issues relating to appointment of Chairperson and Members of Lokpal, etc. in the absence of a Leader of Opposition recognized as such in the Lok Sabha. For this purpose, a Bill has been introduced in Parliament and is currently under consideration of the Department Related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Personnel, Public Grievances and Law and Justice. Click to read continue the FAQ

Aadhaar Camp for Pensioners at New Delhi from 13th to 17th July, 2015

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Aadhaar Seeding cum Registration Camps from 13th to 17th July, 2015 Press Information Bureau Government of India Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions 06-July-2015 18:34 IST Aadhaar Seeding cum Registration Camps from 13th to 17th July, 2015 The Department of Pension and Pensioner’s Welfare will hold five Aadhaar Seeding and Regularisation for pensioners in Delhi NCR in collaboration with Punjab National Bank from 13th to 17th July, 2015. These camps will be held at Rajendra Place, Civil Lines, Scope Tower – Lakshmi Nagar in Delhi and Noida Sector 1 and Neelam Chowk, Faridabad respectively.

Principle of OROP as per Government order issued by D/o ESW, MOD on 24.4.2014

Principle of OROP as per Government order issued by D/o ESW, MOD on 24.4.2014 Definition of One Rank One Pension as per Government order issued by MoD (DoESW) : The principle of OROP implies that uniform pension be paid to the Armed Forces Personnel retiring in the same rank with the same length oi service irrespective of their date of retirement and any future enhancement in the rates of pension to be automatically passed on to the past pensioners.

Instructions regarding timely issue of Charge-sheet - Dopt orders on 3.7.2015

Instructions regarding timely issue of Charge-sheet - Dopt orders on 3.7.2015 “The reasons for suspension should be communicated to the Government servant concerned at the earliest, so that he may  be in a position to effectively exercise the justify of appeal available to him under Rule 23 (i) of the CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965, if he so desires. The time-limit of forty five days for submission of appeal should be counted from the date on which the reasons for suspension are communicated.” G.I., Dept. of Per. & Trg., O.M.F.No.11012/17/2013-Estt.(A), dated 3.7.2015 Subject: Central Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1965 – instructions regarding timely issue of Charge-sheet – regarding. The undersigned is directed to refer to DoP&T O.M. of even no. dated 2nd January, 2014 regarding consolidated instructions on suspension and to say that in a recent case, Ajay Kumar Choudhary vs Union of India Civil Appeal No.1912 of 2015 dated 16/02/2015 the

Children Education Allowance -Frequently asked questions – Railway Board Orders on 1.6.2015

Children Education Allowance -Frequently asked questions – Railway Board Orders on 1.6.2015 Government of India Ministry of Railways (Railway Board) No.E(W)2008/ED-2/4 The General Manager (P), All Indian Railways & Production Units. New Delhi, Dated: 01-06-2015 Sub: Children Education Allowance -Frequently asked questions. Please refer to Railway Board’s letter of even number dated 01.10.2008 followed by subsequent letters regarding revised policy instructions /clarifications on Children Education Allowance admissible to Railway Servants, based on the recommendations of Sixth Central Pay Commission. 2. Now, DOP&T has inter-alia issued clarification on reimbursement of Children Education Allowance in the form of frequently asked questions (FAQ) in terms of their Office Memorandum No. 1-11020/1/2014-Estt.(AL). The text of OM is tabulated below for guidance of all concerned. Completer Railway Board Orders RBE 53/2015 has been uploaded below

Justification of One Rank One Pension – What is the real status of OROP?

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Framing a Transfer Policy in all cadres - Dopt Orders

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