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Monday, 14 May 2012
Rahul Khullar to take charge of TRAI today
New Delhi, May 14,2012(IANS): Commerce Secretary Rahul Khullar will Monday take charge as the chairman of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).
His appointment has been approved by the government.
Khullar will replace J.S. Sarma for a three-year term, sources privy to the development told IANS.
The appointment comes at a critical time when TRAI’s recommendations on the spectrum auction is being criticised by telecom firms and analysts alike.
The regulator has recommended, among other proposals, a reserve price of Rs.3,622 crore for 1 MHz pan-India spectrum, which is around 10 times higher than the price at which 2G licences were allocated in 2008 under then Telecom Minister A. Raja.
The recommendation came in the wake of the Feb 2 Supreme Court order cancelling 122 telecom licences issued in 2008.
The operators have also warned of a 100 percent hike in tariffs if the proposals are accepted.
Khullar is a 1975 batch IAS officer and had worked closely with then finance minister Manmohan Singh during 1991-1993 as his
HC says long leave with proof OK
New Delhi, May 14, 2012(HT):
The Delhi High Court has ruled that if an employee remains absent for
long owing to medical emergency in the family, resultant domestic
problems and submits proof of it, he cannot be dismissed for taking
‘unauthorised’ or ‘excessive’ leave.
“Once the enquiry officer was satisfied that the delinquent employee had taken leave, though excessive, for the sickness of his wife and that medical documents had also been given by him, the enquiry officer had no business to say the workman was guilty of availing excessive leave,” Justice PK Bhasin ruled.
He also said the authority could not punish the employee for unauthorised absence.
The court said this while dismissing an appeal by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) against a Delhi Industrial Tribunal order asking it to reinstate driver Anil Kumar, who was dismissed in September 22, 1992, for “unauthorised absence” from duty for 147 days.
The tribunal had asked DTC to reappoint him with full back wages and service seniority. DTC contended that Kumar was dismissed after a proper probe by its inquiry officer.
The tribunal had noted that Kumar had submitted medical certificates of his wife’s treatment at LNJP Hospital from March 1990 to December 1990 and May 1991 to June 1991.
It had also taken into consideration the fact that Kumar said there was nobody except his wife and himself to look after their children. And the resultant domestic problems, which forced Kumar to take leave, and had wondered how the inquiry officer could give an order against Kumar.
The tribunal noted: “There are domestic problems and it cannot be said that the workman availed the leave for no reasons, showing lack of interest in his official duties. Even the findings of the enquiry officer are not to the effect that the conduct of the workman show that he has lack of interest in the duties of corporation.”
Paid News in Face Book
Facebook this week started testing a
system that lets users pay to promote their posts. Out of all the various
different features the social networking giant has trialed on its website, this
idea is by far the worst one yet. It sounds like an April Fools’ joke, but it
isn’t.
“We’re constantly testing new
features across the site,” a Facebook spokesperson said in a statement. “This
particular test is simply to gauge people’s interest in this method of sharing
with their friends.”
The tests are being carried out in New Zealand, a popular Facebook choice for testing something before a broader rollout.
I’m hoping the tests don’t go well, and Facebook users make it clear to the
company they don’t want to pay to highlight their stories.
Your typical News Feed story reaches
just 12 percent of your friends. That’s just the average: a story can become
less or more popular depending on various metrics used by the News Feed
algorithm.
That’s the beauty of it: my Facebook
friends get to decide if my latest status update is important enough for other
Facebook friends to see. If I post something boring, it doesn’t get promoted as
much because fewer people Like it, comment on it, and so on. If I post
something interesting, more people engage with it, and thus more people get to
see it.
Highlight would destroy that. As you
can see in the screenshot above, courtesy of Stuff, the potential new feature lets you pay a small fee to
ensure that your story is visible to more of your Facebook friends.
Paid post promotion already exists on
Facebook. It’s called advertising. That’s what Facebook Pages are for, not
Facebook profiles.
Earlier this year, Facebook started pushing “Featured” ads in the News Feed. Here
is the official description of Featured Stories from the Facebook Help Center:
Source:zdnet.com
Source:zdnet.com
Govt transfers over 300 section officers
New Delhi May 10, 2012(PTI): The government today issued orders for transfer of over 300 section officers working in different ministries for more than 16 years, in order to get them accustomed to “challenging situations”.
The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) has issued a list of 302 section officers along with the details of their new postings vide Order No.6/10/2012-CS-I(S) dated May 10, 2012.Which is placed below for ready reference.
The move is a part of the government’s phase-wise plans to shift Central Secretariat Service (CSS) officers, who have completed their tenure in a particular ministry.
The DoPT has asked the concerned ministries to “immediately relieve” the officers and “no request for retention” shall be entertained.
The Rotational Transfer Policy of CSS officers prescribes a fixed tenure of posting for an officer of the Central Secretariat Service in a particular Ministry or Department.
One of the objectives of the policy is to allow officers gain exposure to various challenging situations at various ministries.
The officers, who are due to superannuate within next two years, have been exempted from the move.
Click here for Order No.6/10/2012-CS-I(S) dated May 10, 2012
The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) has issued a list of 302 section officers along with the details of their new postings vide Order No.6/10/2012-CS-I(S) dated May 10, 2012.Which is placed below for ready reference.
The move is a part of the government’s phase-wise plans to shift Central Secretariat Service (CSS) officers, who have completed their tenure in a particular ministry.
The DoPT has asked the concerned ministries to “immediately relieve” the officers and “no request for retention” shall be entertained.
The Rotational Transfer Policy of CSS officers prescribes a fixed tenure of posting for an officer of the Central Secretariat Service in a particular Ministry or Department.
One of the objectives of the policy is to allow officers gain exposure to various challenging situations at various ministries.
The officers, who are due to superannuate within next two years, have been exempted from the move.
Click here for Order No.6/10/2012-CS-I(S) dated May 10, 2012
Senior officer in Cab Sec leaked Army Chief’s letter
New Delhi May 13, 2012(PTI): Joint Secretary-level officer in the Cabinet Secretariat was responsible for the leakage of Army Chief Gen V K Singh “top secret” letter to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on shortage of equipment and ammunition, which led to an uproar in Parliament over a month back.
The woman officer, belonging to a service other than IAS and IPS, has now been shunted out of her key position in which she handled intelligence matters, highly-placed sources said tonight.
The action has been taken following an IB inquiry into the leakage of the letter which had found its way into the media and angered the Army Chief who described it as “high treason” and wanted its source to be dealt with “ruthlessly.”
However, Government denied the report. Neelam Kapoor, Principal Director General, PIB, said the report that the officer has been held responsible for the leak is “absolutely incorrect”.
Following the letter which was written on March 12 and was published in the media on March 28, there was speculation whether it had emanated from the PMO or the Army Chief.
The probe into the leakage ordered by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has also cleared Gen Singh of any wrongdoing in the episode, the sources told PTI here.
In his letter, the Army Chief had highlighted the critical shortage of equipment and ammunition in artillery and armoured regiments.
The female officer belonging to the Indian Economic Service (IES) was nailed after interrogation of some suspected persons, they said.
The officer has now been repatriated to her parent cadre and further action can be taken against her for leaking such a sensitive document, the sources said.
The woman officer, belonging to a service other than IAS and IPS, has now been shunted out of her key position in which she handled intelligence matters, highly-placed sources said tonight.
The action has been taken following an IB inquiry into the leakage of the letter which had found its way into the media and angered the Army Chief who described it as “high treason” and wanted its source to be dealt with “ruthlessly.”
However, Government denied the report. Neelam Kapoor, Principal Director General, PIB, said the report that the officer has been held responsible for the leak is “absolutely incorrect”.
Following the letter which was written on March 12 and was published in the media on March 28, there was speculation whether it had emanated from the PMO or the Army Chief.
The probe into the leakage ordered by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has also cleared Gen Singh of any wrongdoing in the episode, the sources told PTI here.
In his letter, the Army Chief had highlighted the critical shortage of equipment and ammunition in artillery and armoured regiments.
The female officer belonging to the Indian Economic Service (IES) was nailed after interrogation of some suspected persons, they said.
The officer has now been repatriated to her parent cadre and further action can be taken against her for leaking such a sensitive document, the sources said.
Power pods
Garlic's medicinal properties are well known; so go ahead and add it to your diet.
For centuries
garlic has been used as a medicinal and culinary substance in India,
China, Greece and other countries. It has been used as a salve for everything
from headaches to colds to infections and healing wounds. To some,
however, the strong flavour of garlic is not very appealing; in fact
repelling. Therefore, although garlic is a widely available spice, it is not very popular in some households.
Garlic
does not make significant nutritional contribution to the diet because
the quantities added to recipes are small. But even these nano amounts
make a big difference to one's health.
The
biological benefits and the distinct odour of garlic are attributed to
the many sulphur containing compounds; one of which is Alliin. This
compound is converted to Allicin when garlic is crushed. Allicin is,
perhaps, the principal bioactive compound present even in processed
garlic.
Limited
evidence supports an association between garlic consumption and a
reduced risk of colon, prostate, oesophageal, larynx, oral, ovary and
other cancers. This is due to diallylsulde, a potent bioactive
component. Besides, the plant can also accumulate selenium, a trace
element known to possess anti-cancer properties, from the soil.
Curtailing cardiac diseases
One
inexpensive way of curtailing cardiovascular diseases is to use
generous amounts of garlic in cooking. Garlic consumption inhibits the
progression of cardiovascular diseases. It can bring about small
reductions in blood pressure. Some studies have shown it to modestly
lower cholesterol levels, which is also a protection against cardiac
diseases. Animal experiments have associated garlic ingestion with reduction
in triglyceride and LDL cholesterol, both of which contribute to
atherosclerosis and heart diseases. Garlic, like aspirin, can reduce the
tendency of blood to coagulate and form
clots. Many human studies on garlic have shown it has the ability to
dissolve blood clots. Pharmaceutical supplements are often used by
patients with cardiac and vascular diseases.
Garlic
can reduce homocysteine levels in blood. This toxic compound damages
the cells that line the blood vessels, induces blood clots, loss of
cognition and causes death of nerve cells. People with dementia
and Alzheimer's disease have elevated blood homocysteine levels. Damage
to nerve cells in Alzheimer's disease is also due to elevated oxidative
stress induced by free radicals. By scavenging free radicals, garlic
offers protection from neuronal death, dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
Garlic
is also called ‘Russian penicillin'. Fresh — but not stored or cooked
garlic — is an antimicrobial agent against a variety of micro-organisms,
including H. Pylori, implicated in gastric cancers. Topical application
of garlic is effective in treating ringworm. Many studies have shown
that garlic has antifungal and antiviral effects.
Adverse effects
Are there any adverse effects associated with taking garlic? In some, it can cause mild stomach discomfort,
especially when taken on an empty stomach. Add garlic to meals or
sprinkle it on pasta, soups or even sambhar and chutneys. Swallow a
clove of crushed garlic with water. The common side effect is “Garlicky Breath”.
Since
garlic is also a blood thinner, people who take aspirin should be
careful when including garlic regularly in their diets. Also discontinue
garlic at least a week before any surgery.
How
much? One clove of medium-sized garlic daily provides health boosting
effects. Numerous over-the-counter supplements are available as are
enteric-coated tablets. Those who don't like the strong flavour can try
deodorised capsules. It is indeed the cornerstone of good health.
Did you know?
Garlic
can inhibit changes in the DNA and scavenge free radicals; both are
implicated in cancers. It can also limit the transition of a normal cell
into a cancerous cell, inhibit the growth of cancer cells, and even
destroy the cancer cells.
Garlic can reduce plaque formation in blood vessels and help lower blood sugar levels.
Because
of its antioxidant properties, regular intake of garlic can reduce the
incidence of many age-related disorders such as cataracts, arthritis,
and rejuvenate skin and promote blood circulation.
Garlic
also promotes liver health and protects the liver from many
environmental toxins and drugs such as the commonly used analgesic
agent, paracetamol (Crocin, Tylenol).
Source : thehindu dtd 13/05/2012
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Agenda for Periodical Meeting with Secretary (Posts)
Copy of letter No.
CHQ/IPASP/Agenda/2012 dated 10/4/2012
regarding submission of agenda for holding of periodical meeting with
Secretary (Posts) is redproduced below for the information of members of
this Association.
................................................................................................................................................................
Subject :- Agenda for holding
of Periodical meeting with Secretary(
Posts).
Ref :- Directorate letter No. 01/01/2011-SR
dated 25th August ,2011.
Respected Madam,
It
is intimated that meeting was taken by the Secretary (Posts) with our Association
on 11.08.2011. Minutes of this meeting were issued by the Department vide No.
cited above. Issue of holding of periodical meeting with Association at regular
intervals was discussed and our demand was accepted. Since then, no periodical meeting
has been held with our Association so far. Hence, agenda for next periodical
meeting is being submitted herein under:
Item No.1:- Cadre restructuring /promotional aspects concerning Inspectors and Asstt Supdts .
A committee was constituted under the Chairpersonship of Member (P) vide directorate order No .1/1 /2011 SR dated 09.09.2011. Two meetings of the committee were held on 18.10.2011 and 03.11.2011 in the Dak Bhawan New Delhi. Minutes of these two meetings were issued by the Department vide No. 01/01/2011-SR dated 14.11.2011. The proposal of the Department for forgoing gazetted statues of ASPOs and up-gradation of IPOs was deliberated in depth in the 37th All India Biennial Conference of this Association was held at Banguluru on 28th and 29th January 2012 and the house passed a resolution unanimously which is reproduced below-
“This
Association is against the merger of Inspector Posts and Assistant Superintendents Posts Cadre.
Inspector Posts should be granted Grade Pay of Rs. 4600/- with effect from
01/01/2006 at par with Inspectors of CBDT/CBEC in tune with directions of the
Hon’ble CAT, Ernakulam Bench”.
This was conveyed to the Chairperson
i.e. Member (P) vide this Association letter No.CHQ/IP/ASP/1/2012 dated 22.02.2012.
It is pointed out here that
cadre restructuring proposal i/r/o Inspector of CBDT/CBEC have been sent to the
DOPT/MOF whereas our proposal is still pending in the Department. Hence, it is
urged that necessary directions/instructions may be
issued to the committee to finalise its proposal and submit the same to the
competent authority for further course of action.
Item No. 2 :- Quota of IP line in PS Group “B” Examination on introduction of Postmaster Cadre in Postal Wing.
Out
of 866 posts of PS Group “B”, 116 posts of Senior Postmaster have been
earmarked for Postmaster Cadre in the manner given below :
IP Line
|
75%
|
87 posts through LDCE
|
General Line
|
25%
|
29 post through DPC
|
Thus, 750 posts still remain in PS Group “B”. These posts may be divided among IP Line and General Line as suggested below by suitable amendment in Recruitment Rules of PS Group “B”.
No. of Group B posts available for General Line officials:
Number
of Group B posts available for General Line Officials prior to introduction
of Postmaster Cadre (6% of 866)
|
52
|
No.
of posts in PS Group “B” through Examination (3% of 750)
|
23
|
No.
of posts in Sr. Postmaster Grade through DPC
(25% of 116)
|
29
|
Total
posts available for General Line
|
52
|
Thus, General Line Officials
are not loosing any Group “B” posts due to introduction of Postmaster Cadre.
No. of Group “B” posts available for IP Line Officials:
No.
of Group “B” posts available for IP Line Officials prior to introduction of
Postmaster Cadre (94% of 866)
|
814
|
No.
of posts in PS Group “B” through examination (19 % of 866)
|
165
|
No.
of posts in Sr. Postmaster Grade
through LDCE (75% of 116)
|
87
|
No.
of posts in PS Group “B” through LDCE – proposed (10% of 750)
|
75
|
Total
posts available for IP Line through examination
|
162
|
No.
of posts in PS Gr. B through DPC – proposed (87% of 750)
|
652
|
Total
posts available for IP Line in PS Gr. B + Sr. Postmaster
|
814
|
Thus, IP Line officials will loose only three posts in examination quota but will get these posts by promotion by DPC. Overall, there is no change in the quota of IP and General Line.
In view of the above facts, it
is requested to kindly reconsider and implement the proposal by taking
appropriate action to amend the PS Group “B” Recruitment Rules.
Item
No. 3 :- Issue of Combined Seniority List of Inspectors, Posts from the
year 1999.
This
Association addressed the Department on the subject on 31/12/2010 followed by
reminder on 22/3/2012, but no action has been taken by the Department so far. It
is requested to kindly arrange for issue of Combined Seniority List of
Inspectors, Posts from the year 1999 onwards and make it available in the
website of the India Posts so that our members may aware of their seniority
position in the All India Seniority List and point irregularity if any.
It
is requested to kindly grant periodical meeting and arrange for fixing date and
time for holding of the same.
Yours sincerely,
Sd/-
(Vilas Ingale)
General Secretary
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