Senior Bureaucratic Reshuffle @ GoI

The PESB has invited applications for the post of Director (Projects) in IREDA. The last date for applications is 8 September 2025.

The Regional Passport Office, Trivandrum, is hiring one Young Professional on contract for up to three years. Applicants must be graduates below 40, preferably with government experience.

Mohammed Y Safirulla K, IAS (KL: 2010), has been appointed as Director in the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Delhi, under the Central Staffing Scheme for five years. He will soon assume charge after being relieved from his current assignment.

Shyam Sundar Agrawal, ICoAS (2011), has been appointed as IFA (Director level) in Indo Tibetan Border Police, Delhi, under the Ministry of Home Affairs for five years. His posting follows a recommendation from the Department of Expenditure.

Nivedita Swain, IRAS (2010), has been appointed as IFA (Director level) in Sashastra Seema Bal, Delhi, under the Ministry of Home Affairs for five years. The appointment follows a Central deputation recommendation from the Ministry of Railways.

Dr Pooja Joshi, IAS (AGMUT: 2011), has been appointed as General Manager, TRIFED, Bengaluru-South (Karnataka Region) at Director level, under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, on deputation. This non-CSS posting will continue until 30 September 2026.

Tarul Dilip Bhavsar, IRS (C\&IT: 2015), has been appointed as Deputy General Manager, TRIFED, Mumbai (Maharashtra Region) at Deputy Secretary level under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. This non-CSS deputation will be for four years.

Vikram Singh Malik, IAS (AGMUT: 2012), has been appointed as Deputy Secretary in the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Delhi, for four years under the Central Staffing Scheme, following recommendation from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Arpitha S, IRS (C\&IT: 2015), has been appointed as Deputy Secretary in the Digital Media Wing, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Delhi, under the Central Staffing Scheme for four years. The appointment follows a recommendation from the Department of Revenue.

Vipin Kumar, IRSEE (2014), has been appointed as Joint Commissioner (Deputy Secretary level) in Eklavya Model Residential Schools, Delhi, under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs for four years under the Central Staffing Scheme.

Varnali Deka, IAS (AM: 2009), has been appointed as Director in the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Delhi, under the Central Staffing Scheme for five years from the date of assuming charge.

A former IAS officer has criticised the Karnataka CEO, calling him a “puppet” of the Election Commission and alleging he has “forfeited” public trust for trolling Rahul Gandhi.

The UPSC will mark its Centenary Year from 1 October 2025 to 1 October 2026 with events, reforms, and a special logo, celebrating its century-long role in transparent recruitment.

Chetna Nand Singh, IRSEE, has assumed charge as South Central Railway Senior Deputy General Manager.

Havells India has elevated Preemita Singh to President and CHRO, recognising her role in driving people strategy and talent management.

The UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination 2025 will be held from 22 to 31 August over five days in two sessions daily.

The Rajya Sabha has returned the Manipur Budget and related bills without Opposition participation.

The Supreme Court declined former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel’s plea on PMLA, saying misuse lies in application, not the law.

The Calcutta High Court ordered restoration of GST registration cancelled for non-filing, stressing no tax evasion was alleged and dues must be paid.

Sun TV confirmed withdrawal of a legal notice against Kalanidhi Maran by Dayanidhi Maran, stating issues have been resolved.

The ED will expand its probe in the ₹17,000 crore RCFL–RHFL case, summoning allies and former senior bank officials.

Oil India Ltd reported a Q1FY26 consolidated PAT of ₹2,046.51 crore, steady from last year, despite a 22% drop in crude price realisation.

JNPA and IPA, under the Ministry of Ports, hosted the “Leaders’ Dialogue on Green & Digital Maritime Corridors” in Mumbai, preparing for India Maritime Week 2025 in October, with over 300 global delegates.

(courtesy- TNOI)