This notification details amendments to the Fundamental Rules, 1922, specifically addressing the demotion of government servants. It clarifies the process and requirements when a government servant is demoted to a lower service, grade, or post. The amendments specify that the demotion order must clearly state the period of demotion, whether it will affect future increments, and if the servant...
President Accepts Resignation of UPSC Member Amar Pratap Singh
In a significant development, the President of India has accepted the resignation of Shri Amar Pratap Singh from his post as a Member of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). This decision, made in accordance with Article 316(2) of the Constitution, is effective from January 9, 2015. The official notification, dated January 15, 2015, was issued by the Ministry of Personnel, Public...
Amendments to Central Civil Services (Joining Time) Rules, 2015
This document introduces amendments to the Central Civil Services (Joining Time) Rules, 1979. Key changes include: allowing government employees appointed based on competitive exams or interviews to count previous service for joining time if they opt for central government instead of state government. It also clarifies definitions of ‘actual distance’ for joining time calculations and...
Appointment of Prof. (Dr) Pradeep Kumar Joshi as Member of UPSC
The President of India has appointed Prof. (Dr) Pradeep Kumar Joshi as a Member of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). His tenure will begin from the date he assumes office, and his appointment will be governed by Article 316(2) of the Constitution of India. The order includes copies sent to Prof. Joshi himself, the President’s Secretariat, the Prime Minister’s Office, the...
Appointment of Prof. Pradeep Kumar Joshi to the Union Public Service Commission
This notification announces the appointment of Prof. (Dr) Pradeep Kumar Joshi as a Member of the Union Public Service Commission. The appointment, made by the President, is effective from May 12, 2015, for a term of six years or until the appointee reaches the age of 65, whichever comes earlier. The notification details various offices for information, including the President’s Secretariat...
Union Public Service Commission (Exemption from Consultation) Amendment Regulations, 2015
A new regulation has been introduced that modifies the Union Public Service Commission (Exemption from Consultation) Regulations of 1958. This amendment specifically addresses Group ‘B’ posts that have a Grade Pay less than Rs. 4800 in Pay Band-2 (Rs. 9300 to 34800) and are filled through deputation or short-term contract. The amendment, titled the Union Public Service Commission...
Union Public Service Commission (Exemption from Consultation) Amendment Regulations, 2015
This notification details amendments to the Union Public Service Commission (Exemption from Consultation) Regulations, 1958. The key change introduces a new clause, ‘6’, specifying the method of recruitment by re-employment (including short-term contract) for all Group ‘B’ posts. These posts must fall within the pay band of ₹9300-₹34800 with a grade pay of ₹4800 or less...
Union Public Service Commission (Exemption from Consultation) Second Amendment Regulations, 2015
New regulations have been issued to amend the Union Public Service Commission (Exemption from Consultation) Regulations, 1958. These amendments, effective from their publication in the Official Gazette, introduce a new clause (26) to Schedule I. This new clause specifically addresses the recruitment for Scientist D, E, F, and G posts (Group A) within the office of the Principal Scientific Adviser...
Amendment to Union Public Service Commission (Exemption from Consultation) Regulations, 2015
New regulations have been introduced to amend the Union Public Service Commission (Exemption from Consultation) Regulations of 1958. These amendments, effective upon their publication in the Official Gazette, specifically address the recruitment of personnel from the Intelligence Bureau. This allows for individuals from the Intelligence Bureau to be appointed on deputation to the post of...
Amendment to UPSC (Exemption from Consultation) Regulations, 2015
This notification introduces amendments to the Union Public Service Commission (Exemption from Consultation) Regulations, 1958. The key change is the insertion of a new item, ‘9. Recruitment of personnel from the Intelligence Bureau to the post of Assistant Director in the Prime Minister’s Office on a deputation basis.’ This amendment allows for the recruitment of individuals...