BJP’s Delhi campaign: A possible turning point?
PM Narendra Modi’s strategic focus on Delhi ahead of the upcoming elections could signal a shift in the city’s political dynamics. Since 2014, BJP has dominated Delhi’s parliamentary polls but failed in assembly elections, where AAP won over 60 of 70 seats. This time, however, Modi’s “AAP-Da” (disaster) slogan, targeting AAP’s alleged corruption and misuse of public funds, has gained traction. Key controversies include CM Arvind Kejriwal’s bungalow renovation costs and ongoing corruption cases involving AAP leaders. However, AAP countered BJP’s allegations effectively when it attempted to show Kejriwal’s bungalow in the presence of the media. But Delhi Police stopped them to take mediapersons inside in a bid to counter the BJP’s Sheesh Mahal charge. Meanwhile, although BJP lacks a strong local face, Modi’s active campaigning and BJP’s recent electoral successes in other states have energized party workers, raising hopes for a surprise outcome in 2025.
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Key positions in 2025 (9) Chief Justice of India
The 51th Chief Justice of India Justice Sanjeev Khanna is superannuating in May 2025.
Who will succeed Sanjeev Khanna as Chief Justice of India?
All eyes are on the appointment of the new Chief Justice of India. Justice B R Gavai is likely to succeed Justice Sanjeev Khanna and serve till November 2025.
Tuhin Kanta Pandey takes over as Secretary, Revenue
Tuhin Kanta Pandey has taken over the charge as Secretary, Department of Revenue (DoR), Ministry of Finance. He is a 1987 batch IAS officer of Odisha cadre.
Over two dozen officers apply for Special Director
More than two dozen officers including IPS and IRS have applied for the post of Special Director, Enforcement Directorate.
Three officers relieved from Enforcement Directorate
Three officers have been relieved from the Enforcement Directorate (ED). They are: Sunil K Yadav, Additional Director; Kapil Raj, Joint Director and Monica Sharna, Special Director.
NCLT gets new 11 Judicial Members
As many as 11 Judicial Members have been appointed in the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT). They are: Justice Jyotsna Sharma, Sunil Kumar Aggarwal, Nilesh Sharma, Ashish Kalia, Vinay Goel, Labh Singh, Rammurti Kushawaha, Brajendra Mani Tripathi, Sushil Mahadeorao Kochey, Mohan Prasad Tiwari and Cheekati Radha Krishna.
NCLT gets new 13 Technical Members
As many as 13 Technical Members have been appointed in the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT). They are: Ms. Reena Sinha Puri, Ms. Kavita Bhatnagar, Cmde Siddharth Mishra, Hariharan Neelakanta Iyer, Shishir Agarwal, Sanjeev Kumar Sharma, Radhakrishna Sreepada, Ravindra Chaturvedi, Ms. Rekha Kantilal Shah, Man Mohan Gupta, Banwari Lal Meena, Yogendra Kumar Singh and Ms. Simmi Gupta.
Post of Hemant Kumar Meena upgraded as Director, NITI Aayog
The post of Hemant Kumar Meena has been upgraded as Director in NITI Aayog. He is a 2011 batch IFoS officer of Maharashtra cadre.
V S Dahiya appointed as in-charge of Ambala district in Haryana
Vijay Singh Dahiya, Commissioner & Secretary to Government, Haryana, Printing & Stationery Department and Commissioner & Secretary, Animal Husbandry Department, has been appointed as in-charge of Ambala district in addition to his present duties). He is a 2001 batch IAS officer of Haryana cadre.
Three IAS officers get new assignments in Telangana
Three IAS officers have been given new assignments in Telangana. Dr Yogita Rana has been appointed as Secretary, Education Department, relieving N Sridhar from FAC of the said post, while K Surendra Mohan takes over as Commissioner, Transport and N Sridhar, Secretary, SCD Department, is placed in FAC of Secretary (Mines & Geology), I&C Department.
Cadres allocated to candidates of IFoS
The Central Government has allocated the cadres to the candidates of the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) on the basis of results of IFoS Examination, 2023 (Batch 2024). The full list can be viewed here:
https://www.whispersinthecorridors.com/pdf/ifos.pdf
Shortage of 18 IPS officers in Maharashtra cadre
A total of 299 IPS officers are in positions in Maharashtra cadre against a total authorized strength of 317. There is a shortage of 18 IPS officers in the cadre.
Shortage of 39 IFoS officers in Maharashtra cadre
A total of 147 IFoS officers are in positions in Maharashtra cadre against a total authorized strength of 206. There is a shortage of 39 IFoS officers in the cadre.
Transfer of OSD to CP, Delhi cancelled
The transfer of Manishi Chandra, OSD to CP, Delhi has been cancelled. He is an IPS officer
Krishan Lal moved to WCR
Krishan Lal, who is presently posted in Western Railway (WR), has been transferred to West Central Railway (WCR) and posted in cadre. He is an Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME) officer.
NT Bhirud shifted to Western Railway
NT Bhirud, who is presently posted in West Central Railway (WCR), has been transferred to Western Railway (WR) and posted in cadre. He is an Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME) officer.
Debatra Mazumdar sent to Eastern Railway
Debatra Mazumdar, who is presently posted in South East Central Railway (SECR), has been transferred to Eastern Railway (ER) and posted in cadre. He is an Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME) officer.
Priyanshu transferred to ECR
Priyanshu, who is presently posted in Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), has been transferred to East Central Railway (ECR) and posted in cadre. He is an Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME) officer.
Banks are not getting business?
Though the financial health of public sector banks is sound, they are reportedly not getting enough business. And this negativity is hampering their growth. Experts opined that if big investment from the private sector comes then only banks can grow.
Is NAFED HQ working till late night?
As per gossip in the corridors NAFED HQ and some regional offices are reportedly working till midnight. Reason best is known to bosses.
Cadre of K K Kanwaria transferred to Maharashtra
Cadre of Krishna Kant Kanwaria has been transferred from Jharkhand to Maharashtra on grounds of marriage to IAS officer Anjali Sharma. He is a 2022 batch IAS officer.
Seven officers of SCS of Tripura promoted as IAS
Seven officers belonging to State Civil Service (SCS) of Tripura have been promoted as IAS for the Select Lists of 2021, 2022 and 2023 and allocated Tripura cadre. Ajit Sukladas, Manik Lal Das and Devananda Reang have been promoted against the SL of 2021, while Aditi Majumdar and Santosh Das were promoted against SL of 2022. Similarly, Dhanbabu Reang and Dasarath Debbarma have been promoted against SL of 2023.
Candidates for Asstt Director (MF), MSME shortlisted
As many as 13 candidates have been selected for two posts of Assistant Director Grade II (IEDS) (Metal Finishing) in the Office of Development Commissioner, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME). Interview dates will be announced shortly.
Dy CMRS for Ministry of Civil Aviation sought
The Ministry of Railways is seeking Deputy Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (Dy CMRS) for Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety, Ministry of Civil Aviation.
NESTS advertises for various posts
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs has advertised for various posts. These posts include Executive Engineer, Assistant Commissioner, Engineers and more. Applications must reach before February 7, 2025.
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