This document summarizes a workshop focused on establishing a legal framework for privacy, data protection, and security in India. Key takeaways include the urgent need for comprehensive privacy legislation, the importance of balancing individual privacy with national security and legitimate data sharing needs, and the recognition that the proposed framework must be internationally acceptable...
A notice has been issued by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Department of Personnel & Training, regarding the project ‘RTI Call Centre and Portal’. Previously, the stabilization period was set at 3 months from the Go Live date, after which service levels would become operational. However, this clause in the RFP has been reconsidered, and the competent...
The competent authority has mandated the retendering of the RTI Call Centre and Portal Project. This retendering process will proceed only after a revision of the Request for Proposal (RFP) for the project. This directive comes from the Department of Personnel and Training, Government of India. SOURCE PDF LINK : Click to access 1_41_2009-IR-Vol.III-29112012.pdf Click to view full document content...
This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Government of India’s Department of Personnel and Training for a comprehensive 360-degree study on the implementation of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005. The study aims to assess the RTI regime from both the demand and supply sides, examining trends in applications, public satisfaction levels, user experiences, the cost of...
This Office Memorandum reiterates the availability of a one-time grant of Rs. 50,000/- from the Department of Personnel & Training (DOPT) to Public Authorities for setting up Right to Information (RTI) Cells. This financial assistance is intended to procure necessary equipment like computers, scanners, and printers, contributing to the ‘Improving Transparency and Accountability in...
This document serves as a reminder regarding financial assistance for the establishment of Right to Information (RTI) cells in public authorities. The Department of Personnel & Training (DOPT) is providing a one-time grant of ₹50,000 to eligible ministries, departments, and subordinate offices. This financial aid is intended to cover the costs of essential equipment like computers, scanners...
A recent memorandum confirms the schedule for regional workshops in Kolkata, aimed at expanding the RTIMIS Portal to encompass more Central Public Authorities. These workshops are slated to take place at the Administrative Training Institute in Kolkata on May 31st, 2016, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Nominated officers are requested to attend, with all associated expenses for boarding, lodging, and...
A new procedure is being implemented for the transfer of ‘RTI Fees’ and ‘Additional Payments’ received through the RTI online portal. Previously, these funds were deposited into a consolidated government account. However, due to requests from various Public Authorities (PAs), it has been decided that these amounts will now be credited directly to the respective PA’s...
This document announces the sanction of Rs. 1,50,000/- to the State Institute of Public Administration and Rural Development (SIPARD) in Tripura. The funds are designated for the publication of guidebooks on the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005, with 1000 copies to be printed in Bengali. The expenditure will be met from the budget for “Other Administrative Services” under the...
This office memorandum serves as a crucial reminder and clarification regarding the process of reporting vacancies to the Surplus Cell, specifically for the redeployment of surplus staff under the CCS(Redeployment of Surplus Staff) Rules, 1990. It reiterates the necessity for Ministries/Departments/Offices to submit requests for redeployment or No Objection Certificates (NOC)/Non-Availability...