Babus, mantris & buzz: Secret of success of BJP!

Secret of success of BJP!

What is the secret of BJP’s success? In BJP, leaders, according to Home Minister Amit Shah, work from six am to one AM. Political watchers endorse the point of view of the Home Minister.

Now, there is no age limit of 75 years in BJP?

Insiders say that now there is no age limit of retirement in the BJP. Till now this age of retirement had been 75 in the party.

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IPS Kiran Khare Village Camera Network Sets New Policing Model in Jayashankar Bhupalpally (Telangana)

IPS Kiran Khare is a 2017 Batch Officer of Telangana cadre and is currently posted as Superintendent of Police in Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Telangana. His Mission for the district is to make a secure and self-reliant surveillance network through community participation. “In the last 4–5 months, around 2,500 cameras have been installed.” he said. This initiative focuses on setting up community CCTV cameras across villages and is driven through collaborative efforts of community and police. Under this each village formed its own team, created a dedicated bank account and began collecting funds locally. Kare further explained “From the police side, we are only coordinating and guiding them — helping them understand how to raise funds, manage the bank account, and involve community members. We also assist them with guidance on maintenance and repairs”. Additionally, Whatsapp groups have been created to connect technicians with the village level team for smooth communication and quick troubleshooting. Further strengthening this, is the strong implementation of state government initiative that mandates every shopkeeper operating a commercial establishment to install CCTV cameras. “This ensures surveillance coverage in both commercial areas and key transit routes.” He explained. Under Kare leadership, a digital camera training programme has been launched and based on that specialised cameras have also been deployed.

IAS Officers from 2006 to 2020 batch serving as Collectors/DC's

In India, IAS officers from batches ranging from 2006 to 2020 are currently serving as District Collectors/ District Magistrates a survey of whispersinthecorridors says. While a 2006 batch officer is posted as Collector in West Bengal, several officers from the 2020 batch are also posted as Collectors/DC in various states

Half a dozen CPOs to fall vacant this year

There are going to be vacancies in half a dozen Central Police Organisations (CPOs). They include SSB, RPF, ITBP, CISF, BSF and Home Guards and Civil Defence.

Why is TV Somanathan close confident of Prime Minister?

As a civil servant, TV Somanathan, a Tamil Nadu cadre IAS officer who holds a PhD in Economics, has the best qualities of an economist alongside a bureaucrat. Somanathan was appointed as Cabinet Secretary for two years in August last year. He is really an asset in bureaucracy giving economy a multiplier effect. He has been one of the primary anchors of the country’s national economic policy. In 2010, he came to the Centre for the first time on deputation to serve as the Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, but in less than a year, he went to Washington, D.C. on the World Bank’s request. After completing his stint at the World Bank, in 2015, Somanathan came back to the Centre to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s PMO - an association that has lasted for over a decade since. Here, he was instrumental in advancing significant fiscal reforms, notably contributing to the introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST). Over the years, Somanathan came to enjoy the PM’s trust. In 2019 itself, he returned on central deputation to eventually rise to become the country’s topmost civil servant. From 2019 to 2024, Somanathan served in his home turf - the Finance Ministry - first as the Expenditure Secretary and then as the Finance Secretary.

No UPSC Member will now retire

After the retirement of UPSC Chairperson Ms Preeti Sudan this month end, no member is going to retire in 2025 and 2026.

Manipur: Ministry of Home Affairs worried about future of peace talks?

At one of the first meetings between the Kuki-Zo and Meitei civil society groups organised by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in Delhi was although cordial, no decision has been taken. The central Government team is said to be particularly unhappy due to lack of commitment from the Kuki side. The Government team was led by North East Advisor AK Mishra, a retired Special Director of the Intelligence Bureau. The team was left worried about the future of the peace process. The Kuki-Zo leaders stood firm on their demands, as did the MHA representatives. Short-term and long-term issues were discussed, but no decision has been arrived at. The meeting held 22 months after ethnic violence erupted in the state. The Kuki delegation comprised about nine representatives.

Dr Akshay Jain returns to parent cadre

Dr Akshay Jain, Deputy Secretary in the National Health Authority, has been given premature repatriation to his parent cadre on personal grounds. He is a 2011 batch IRS-IT officer.

Kamesh Kasana selected as Director (OU), BEL

Kamesh Kasana, General Manager - Military Communication, Bharat Electronics Limited, has been selected for the post of Director (Other Units), Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) at a Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) meeting held on April 8, 2025. As many as 12 persons were interviewed for the same.

Interviews for Director (E, R&D), HAL today

The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) is holding interviews for the post of Director (Engineering, Research & Development), Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) on April 9, 2025.

12 candidates shortlisted for Director (Exp), ONGC

As many as 12 candidates have been short-listed for the post of Director (Exploration), Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC).

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