Patches for known issue in Sanchay Post Module...

Software Development Centre, Chennai

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Error Description	Patch file
Primary key violation error in Regeneration of files for SO form in online module at HO	DBDE_RegSO
Difference in live accounts data between DET and DBAnalyzer	DETFile
Primary key violation error in Project Arrow forms in online module	PA_Forms
Primary key violation error in RD - Account Close by BO form in online module	RD_BO
Availability of multiple signatures for a single account	Signature
NREGAEMO database error while logging into online module / invalid user 'nrega' in DBAnalyzer	Upd_Nrega_User
Unable to update common form number error in online module	Update_Cmnform
Cannot alter previous day’s transactions error in SOSB module	Update_Cons
Longer time taken for processing of forms in online module	Update_DB
Data entry module could not be opened due to wrong password	Update_DE
Run patch for NSC / KVP error while issuing / discharging certificates in online module	Update_Fresh
Database tampered - Rows conflict error in negative list updation	Update_NL_Fresh
NREGS tables are not available in POST / SO databases	Update_NR_Tables
NREGS job card renewal to be performed	Update_NREGS
Invalid pincode error while discharging certificates in online module	Update_Patram_Details
Primary key violation error (pending status) in RD deposit form	Update_Pending
Forms pending error during day end even though no forms are pending for authorisation	Update_Pending_DayEnd
Primary key violation in ‘account open through agent’ table  while performing RD bulk posting	Update_PK
Invalid object name error while viewing Agent reports	Update_Report
Stored procedures missing in POST / SO databases and Error while viewing passbook for RD accounts	Update_SP
Patch cannot be run from client system while running 'Patch for SPUser' during fresh installation	Update_SQL2008
Superuser password forgotton	Update_Suser
Missing tables in POST / SO databases	Update_Tables
Database tampered error in negative list updation	Update_Trigger
Form 'Regeneration of files for HO' missing in online module in Sos	Upg_SOForms
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Software Development Centre
O/o the Chief Postmaster General
Tamilnadu Postal Circle
Chennai - 600002
Phone: 044-28524482

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CADRE RESTRUCTURING “JUSTICE DELAYED IS JUSTICE DENIED”

The sixth CPC in para 1.2.13 of its report under the caption “Cadre Review” made the following observations – “Accordingly, as a matter of policy, the commission refrained from undertaking specific cadre reviews, that in any case need to be carried out within an institutional frame work”. Govt. of India has accepted the above recommendations of the Sixth CPC. Subsequently the Govt. has issued detailed instructions to all Ministers and Departments to undertake the process of Cadre Restructuring within their institutional frame work.

Accordingly, Cadre restructuring committees are constituted in most of the departments with the representatives of the staff-side. In Railways, the process is completed and waiting for approval of the Ministry, in Income Tax the proposal is awaiting Cabinet approval, in Central Secretariat orders in respect of certain cadres already issued. In many other small departments also the process is nearing completion.

In the Postal department the cadre restructuring of Group-C, Postmen, Mail Guard and MTS is long overdue. Department and Govt. implemented many cadre restructuring schemes for    Group- A and Group-B cadres. In the Group-C, Postman, Mail Guard & MTS cadre, the supervisory responsibilities are totally undermined after the introduction of TBOP and BCR scheme. The then existing Supervisory structure in each cadre was not properly nurtured and not improved to carry out the higher Supervisory responsibilities in tune with the changing technology. The supervisory posts in certain cadres are totally dismantled. There is absolute justification for restructuring the entire cadres. But the attitude of the Postal Board is totally negative despite several written assurances.

The Staff-side comprising NFPE and FNPO raised the issue of cadre restructuring in the charter of demands for the indefinite strike from 13.07.2010 In the marathon discussion held on 12.07.2010, the Secretary, Posts assured as follows in the minutes – “A committee comprising DDG (Estt.), DDG (P), and Director (SR) and three members of the Staff side, to be nominated by them, will be constituted to examine proposals in detail and submit recommendations. The entire process is to be completed before the close of the year i.e., 31-12-2010”. Again during the strike charter discussion on 01-07-2011, the Secretary, Posts gave the following assurances in the minutes – “The demand of the staff-side regarding cadre restructuring was discussed and the Chairperson agreed to reconstitute the committee under the Chairmanship of DDG(P), the Committee will finalize the proposals before 31-08-2011. Again on 12-01-2012 the Secretary, Posts assured that – “the Staffside expressed their concern about undue delay in finalization of the proposal on which the Chairperson desired finalization of this process by 31^st March, 2012. It was assured that timelines would be adhered to”.

As regards restructuring of Postal Accounts it was informed that the proposal was cleared by JS & FA and stands referred to Secretary, Posts. It was also decided to have a separate Committee for MMS staff under the Chairmanship of Ms. Sandhya Rani, PMG(BD), Andhra Circle and with Director (MV) as other official members. The staff side members are also included. The committee was directed to submit its report within three months.

Assurances after assurances are given by none other than Secretary, Posts but nothing materialized. Finally as an insult to injury, the cadre restructuring proposal of Postal Accounts which is already been finalized by the Committee is returned to the PA wing of the Directorate after keeping the file pending for more than one year, stating certain irrelevant issues which has no relevance on the cadre restructuring proposal of Postal Accounts Staff. Similarly, in the status Report on the items included in the memorandum submitted by the Postal JCA on 01-04-2013, it is informed as follows : “DDG(P), Chairman of the Committee informed that he has submitted his report on 06-11-2012 to the DDG (ESTT.). He has been requested to submit full report with enclosures duly signed by the Committee Members….!!!!! Nothing is mentioned about the Postal Accounts wing. Regarding MMS, it is informed that the report is submitted is under process. All the cadres including PA, SA, Postman, Mail Guard, MTS, Admn. Staff, Postal Accounts, MMS, System Administrators, accountants, Postmasters cadre, SBCO etc., are all eagerly waiting for the outcome of the cadre restructuring.

Thus it can be seen that the lethargic and indifferent attitude of the Official side members of the Committee and the unhelpful attitude of the Postal Board is the root cause of the delay.

Even though the new Secretary, Posts after taking over charge has assured that action will be taken for  expediting the finalization of the cadre restructuring proposals, nothing seems to be moving. A situation has arisen wherein the employees can not be allowed to suffer any further. The Postal JCA has viewed the situation with grave concern and shall embark upon serious agitational programmes including non-cooperation, if the authorities till try to drag on the issue on one pretext or other. NFPE Federal Council to be held at Hyderabad from 9^thto 12^th June 2013 shall also review the entire situation and take appropriate decision for a united action.

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India Post set to open first ATM in Bangalore

 

Post office saving bank account holders in Bangalore can experience new ATM card facilities shortly

 

BANGALORE, INDIA: When you hear 'ATM', what is the first thing that you relate to it? I am sure, many of us, including me, relate it to savings bank ATM card.

How about an ATM card similar to a debit card/ATM card issued by a bank for postal account? Sounds different right?

Yes, the Department of Posts, in an effort to provide enhanced solutions to its customers is all set to launch the first Automated teller Machine (ATM) in Bangalore GPO premises shortly, through a core banking solution.

Last year, the department of post had announced that it has plans to set up 1,000 ATM centres at different post offices across the country, with an aim provide better customer service through IT enablement of business processes and support functions.

Implementing new banking solution enables postal department to offer all kinds of services that are offered by private banks to more than 200 million post office saving bank (POSB) account holders in 1.55 lakh post offices.

When CIOL enquired about the launch of India's first India Post ATM, an official concerned with the Bangalore post office said, on condition of anonymity, that the ATM facility will be launch shortly with good features.

He further added that the postal ATM card enables POSB account holders to withdraw money from any bank ATM, provided they have enough savings.

"POSB account holder need not rely only on Post Office ATMs," he added.

Recently, TCS announced that it had bagged a Rs 1,100 crore, six-year contract from the Department of Posts to provide end-to-end IT modernisation program to equip India Post with modern technologies and systems to enable it to serve more services to more customers, in an effective manner.

The IT modernisation project dubbed 'India Post 2012' will help the department achieve a wider reach among the Indian population through increased customer interaction channels and through new lines of business.

Source :  http://www.ciol.com/ciol/news/189381/india-post-set-atm-bangalore

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Detention of Post Parcel by Customs in India

1.      Post Parcel has been detained by Customs since the value of the contents exceeds permissible limit of Rs.2000/-. The dutiable articles, intended for personal use, imported by post or air, are restricted subject to value limit of Rs.2000/-(CIF), as per the conditions laid down under the CTH 9804 under the clause 3(1)(i) of Foreign Trade (Exemption from application of Rules in certain cases) order, 1993. In view of the above restriction the goods having value more than Rs.2000/-(CIF) become restricted for import and the same are liable for confiscation under Section 111 (d) of the Customs Act, 1962 and the

Importer is liable for penalty under Section 112(a)(i) of the Customs Act, 1962.

2.      Bonafide gifts upto a value limit of Rs.10000/- imported by Post are allowed free of duty under Notfn No.171/93 – Cus. Dated 16.09.1993 (as amended). Items imported as gift are restricted for importation under Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation ) Act, 1992. The gift articles exceeding limit of Rs.10000/- are leviable to duty @ 41.492%.

3.      Bonafide commercial samples and proto types upto a value of Rs.10000/- are also allowed free of duty under Notfn No.154/1994 dated 13/07/1994 (as amended), subject to the condition that the said goods have been supplied free of charge.

4.      The goods intended to be imported other than articles for personal use and gift are chargeable to duty under respective chapter heading, subject to production of IEC No. and other relevant documents required for such import. Persons importing goods for personal use and the goods not connected with trade or manufacture or agriculture, are exempt from IEC code. In case the customs duty payable is not more than Rs.100/- the same is exempt vide Notfn No.21/2002-Cus, dated 01.03.2002 (as amended).

5.      The post parcel containing Medicine / Chemicals shall be released only after obtaining a NOC (No Objection Certificate) from Drug Controller / Chemical Examiner, Addl. Drug Controller available in the office.

Source : http://foreignpostmumbai.blogspot.in/

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India Post penalised for delaying Speed Post letter

New Delhi: A Speed Post letter that crawled to its destination and cost an unemployed man the chance of a job has earned the postal department the wrath of India’s top consumer court, which pulled it up for deficiency in service and ordered payment of compensation.

 

The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission dismissed the pleas of head post master in Rajasthan’s Alwar town and post master of Jaipur’s Sitapura Industrial Area seeking a reduction in the Rs20,000 penalty imposed on them and said: “We feel that Rs 20,000 can in no way compensate the respondent for the lost opportunity.”

 

Commission’s Presiding Member V.B. Gupta and Member Rekha Gupta directed the postal department to pay complainant and Alwar resident Neeraj Gupta Rs10,000 as compensation for not delivering his job application in the same city within the prescribed time of 24 hours in 2010.

In its recent order, the apex consumer commission also directed the department to deposit Rs10,000 in the Consumer Legal Aid Account of the commission by July 20.

The department’s attempt to wriggle out of the mess did not go down well with the commission. “It is indeed surprising to note that in respect of the inordinate delay in delivery of the Speed Post article which had cost an unemployed youth his chances for obtaining a job, the department is trying to get out by paying a paltry compensation of Rs20,000 to Gupta,” said the commission.

 

The postal department had appealed in the national commission against a state consumer commission’s judgment in favour of Gupta. The apex consumer commission has now upheld the state commission’s verdict.

 

“We find that there is no jurisdictional error, illegality or infirmity in the order passed by the state commission warranting our interference. The revision petition is dismissed on merit as well as on limitation with cost of Rs20,000,” said the national commission.

 

The postal department “is a service provider and the Consumer Protection Act should be consumer-friendly and not one which works against the interest of the consumer”, the national commission said, rejecting the contention that Gupta was not entitled to compensation.

 

The national commission also frowned over the litigation cost the department would have incurred in its bid to avoid paying the Rs.20,000 penalty.

 

“The petitioner should also see whether it is justifiable and fair to deny paying a meagre compensation of Rs20,000 to the consumer by spending far more on legal expenses in fighting the case in different fora,” the national commission said.

 

Gupta said in his complaint he posted his job application letter through Speed Post December 23, 2010, for the office of district parishad, Alwar, that had invited applications for the post of gram sewak and ex-officio secretary.

 

He said the last date for applying for the job was December 27, 2010, and at the time of sending the letter the postal staff told him that it would be delivered by December 24, 2010.

Gupta said the letter returned to his house December 30, 2010, without any official explanation.

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Gradation list of PS Gr. B officers corrected upto 1/7/2013.

To view the draft gradation list of PS Gr. B officers corrected up to 1/7/2013, for whole list.....

please CLICK HERE.

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