Advance Reservation Period increased from 60 Days to 120 Days from Tomorrow (1.4.2015)

Advance Reservation Period increased from 60 Days to 120 Days from Tomorrow (1.4.2015)

From Tomorrow Advance Reservation Period for Booking Reserved Train Tickets increased from 60 Days to 120 Days

The Ministry of Railways has decided to increase the Advance Reservation Period (ARP) for booking accommodation in trains from 60 days to 120 days (excluding the date of journey). Accordingly, from tomorrow i.e 1st April 2015 the booking in trains from train originating stations will open and remain available for 120 days. For instance, as on 1.4.2015, for trains leaving on 28th July 2015, the reservation can be obtained for journey commencing on all days between 1.4.2015 upto 28.7.2015.

There will, however, be no change in case of certain day time Express trains like Taj Express, Gomti Express, special trains etc, where lower time limits for advance reservations are at present in force. There will also be no change in the case of the limit of 360 days for foreign tourists.

Source: www.7thpaycommissionnews.in

Amendment of Recruitment Rules – Dopt

Dopt issued orders regarding Recruitment Rules

Step guide for processing of the proposal for framing / amendment of Recruitment Rules

G.I., Dept. of Per. & Trg., O.M.No. AB.14017/13/2013-Estt.(RR), dated 31.03.2015

Sub: Step guide for processing of the proposal for framing / amendment of Recruitment Rules.

The undersigned is directed to state that this Department has issued guidelines on framing/amendment/relaxation of Recruitment Rules vide OM No. AB-14017/48/2010-Estt.(RR) dated 31.12.2010 which inter-alia provides thirteen column Schedule (Annexure-I) to be annexed with the notification of the Recruitment Rules. A detailed step guide (column-wise) for processing of the proposal for framing / amendment of Recruitment Rules is enclosed. The step guide material may be used for filling up thirteen columns Schedule (Annexure-I) to be annexed with notification part of the recruitment rules for various posts under Ministries / Departments.

Click to view the Annexure of this order

Authority www.persmin.gov.in

Cancer Treatment under CGHS/CS(MA) Rules, 1944 – 27 hospitals recognized by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare

Cancer Treatment under CGHS/CS(MA) Rules, 1944 – 27 hospitals recognized by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare

G.I., Health Ministry, O.M.No. 1-1/13/Hospital Cell/R&H/CGHS (Pt.l)/CGHS (P), dated 23.2.2015

Subject:- Cancer Treatment under CGHS/CS(MA) Rules, 1944

With reference to the above mentioned subject the undersigned is directed to draw attention to the Office Memorandum of even number dated 2nd September, 2008 and to state that in view of empanelment of several Cancer hospitals under CGHS the matter was re-examined, and it has now been decided to modify the Office Memorandum as follows:

i) CGHS beneficiaries and beneficiaries covered under CS(MA)Rules, 1944 shall be permitted to get themselves treated from any of the under mentioned 27 (Twenty seven) hospitals recognized by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare under the National Cancer Control Programmes that are funded by the Government of India, subject to the condition that the reimbursement will be as per the rates fixed in the Regional Cancer Centers under Central Government, if any or as per actual, whichever may be less.

1 Andhra Pradesh – M.N.J. institute of Oncology & Regional Cancer Centre, Hyderabad.

2 Assam – Dr. B. Borooah Cancer institute, Guwahati.

3 Bihar – Indira Gandhi institute of Medical Sciences, Patna

4 Chandigarh – Post Graduate institute Medical Education Research, Chandigarh.

5 Chhattisgarh – Pt. ,i.J.N Medical College & Dr. BR. Ambedkar Memorial Hospital, Raipur.

6 Delhi – Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital, AIIMS, New Delhi.

7 Gujarat- Gujarat Cancer Research Institute, Ah medabad, Gujarat.

8 Haryana – Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak.

9 Himachal Pradesh- Indira Gandhi Medical College, Shimla.

10 Jammu & Kashmir- Sher-i- Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar.

11 Jammu & Kashmir- Government Medical College -Jammu.

12 Karnataka – Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore.

13 Kerala – Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram.

14 Madhya Pradesh – Cancer Hospital & Research Institute, Gwalior.

15 Maharashtra – Rashtrasant Tukdoji Regional Cancer Hospital Research Centre, Nagpur.

16 Maharashtra -Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.

17 Manipur- Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, Imphal.

18 Mizoram – Civil Hospital, Aizwal.

19 Odisha – Acharya Harihar Regional Cancer Centre, Cuttack.

20 Puducherry – Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research.

21 Rajasthan – Acharya Tulsi Regional Cancer Treatment & Research Institute, Bikaner.

22 Tamil Nadu – Govt. Arignar Anna Memorial Cancer Research Institute & Hospital, Kancheepuram.

23 Tamil Nadu – Cancer Institute (WIA), Adyar, Chennai.

24 Tripura – Civil Hospital, Agartala.

25 Uttar Pradesh – Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow.

26 Uttar Pradesh – Kamla Nehru Memorial Hospital, Allahabad.

27 West Bengal – Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute, Kolkata.

ii) In cities where there are no facilities for cancer treatment in any of the empanelled private hospitals powers are hereby delegated to the Addl. Directors of CGHS of the concerned cities in respect of CGHS and to HOD/ Head of Office in respect of serving employees covered under CS(MA) Rules, 1944 for grant of permission for undergoing treatment at any hospital that provides treatment to cancer patients, subject to the condition that the reimbursement shall be limited to the prevalent CGHS rates or actual expenditure – whichever may be lower. Permission shall however be granted for the specific treatment procedures as advised by a Government specialist.

iii) Powers are also hereby delegated to the Additional Directors of CGHS of the concerned cities in respect of CGHS and to HOD/ Head of Office in respect of serving employees covered under CS(I\/IA) Rules, 1944 for grant of permission for post-operative follow up treatment from the same centre, where permission has been granted earlier for cancer treatment as per the terms and conditions of OM dated 10.04.2001 regarding Post-operative follow up treatment.

2. These orders shall be in force till further orders.

3. This issues with the concurrence of Integrated Finance Division vide CD No. 115650 /2015 dated 15-01-2015.

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Source: CGHS Website

7th Central Pay Commission may withdraw Grade Pay System

7th Central Pay Commission may withdraw Grade Pay System

The delegates of All India Audit & Accounts Association has met the 7th Central Pay Commission on 27-3-2015 to tender its Oral evidence. The Pay Commission stated its intention to do away with pay band/grade pay system. The outcome of the meeting has been uploaded in its official blog of All India Audit & Accounts Association. The same is reproduced and given below for your information…

ALL INDIA AUDIT & ACCOUNTS ASSOCIATION

CSV WARRIER BHAWAN,

15/1089-90, VASUNDHARA, GHAZIABAD (UP)

Reference : AIA /Circular-10/2015,

Dated: 28th March 2015

To

Unit Secretaries

Members & Spl Invitees NE &

Members of Women’s Committee

Dear Comrades,

Tendering of Oral Evidence before 7 CPC

The 7th CPC had invited the All India Audit & Accounts Association for tendering oral evidence on 27th March 2015 at this office at Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi. In addition to the Secretary General, Coms M.Duraipandian, V.Nageswara Rao, KL Gautam and Anilkumar appeared before the Commission for the oral evidence. The Commission was present in full strength

The following demands were placed before the Commission:

1. Upgradation of LDC of GP 2400

2. Correcting the distortions in the implementation of 6 CPC recommendations with respect to IA & AD and organised Accounts Viz.

i) grant of GP 4200 to Auditor / Accountant

ii) grant of GP 4600 to SA, granting parity with Assistants of CSS

iii) grant of GP 5400 to AAO on completion of 4 years

3. Grant Promotion to SA to GP 4800 and higher starting pay of PB 2, 5400 to AAO and space for further career advancements for these orders

There was detailed discussion on each of our demands. It was pointed out by us that CAG of India has also recommended each of above demand and also grant of GP 6600 and 7600 to AOs and SAOs. The Chairman appreciated it. The Commission assured to take a positive look on our demands which are also supported by CAG.

The demands were explained in its historical background and also on functional basis. The recommendations of the past pay commissions were also brought to the notice of the CPC. The award by the Central Board of Arbitration in favour of the employees in respect of parity between SA and Assistants in CSS was particularly pointed out. Chairman expressed his unhappiness on the non implementation of the award by the employees and workers.

On our demand for career progression for SA and AAO, the Commission stated that though it is sympathetic it is not sure what could be done, given the hierarchical structure available in IA and AD.

We also raised the issue of re-introduction of Touring Special Pay and pointed out to the Award that was won by the All India Audit & Accounts Association from the Board of Arbitration and its rejection by the Parliament in 2002.

We further requested for introduction of 4 advance increments on passing of Departmental confirmatory examination, explaining the system prevailed before 3rd CPC, recommendation of 3rd CPC following which it was discontinued and its re introduction in 1981 an amount equivalent to 3 increments. We pointed out that the conversion of this qualification pay into deemed allowance after 5 CPC and requested for its re-introduction.

During the discussion the Chairman observed that the commission is of the view to discard the PB-GP System.

ORAL EVIDENCE BY STAFF SIDE NC, JCM

On 23-24 March 2015, the Standing Conïnittee of Staff Side, NC, JCM, tendered the oral evidence before the 7 CPC. The delegation was led by Shri Raghavaiah, Leader, Staff Side and Corn Shiva Gopal Mishra, Secretary, Staff Side.

Com KKN Kutty presented the memorandum on behalf of the NC, JCM. The gist of discussion is given in the enclosed Circular issued by Corn Shiva Gopal Mishra, Secretary, Staff Side. [click here]

The Pay Commission stated that the principle that would guide to determine the minimum wage shall be Dr Aykroid formula on it (ie 15 ILC norms). It has further stated its intention to do away with pay band/grade pay system. On some other issues, the Pay Commission has sought the views of the Staff Side (which shall be conveyed to the Commission shortly).

With greetings,

Your Fraternally

sd/-

(M.S. Raja)

Secretary General

Source: www.auditflag.blogspot.in

Aadhaar based Digital Life Certificate (Jeevan Pramaan) – CPAO Orders

Aadhaar based Digital Life Certificate (Jeevan Pramaan) – CPAO Orders

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

MINISTRY OF FINANCE

DEPARTMENT OF EXPENDITURE

CENTRAL PENSION ACCOUNTING OFFICE

TRIKOOT-II, BHIKAJI CAMA PLACE,

NEW DELHI – 110006

CPAO/Tech/Jeevan Pramaan/2014-15/218-259

20.03.2015

Office Memorandum

Subject: Aadhaar based Digital Life Certificate (Jeevan Pramaan).

The Hon’ble Prime Minister has launched “Jeevan Aadhaar’ Aadhaar based biometric verification system for pensioner). To make its implementation successful Department of Finance Services has constituted a sub-group comprising of Bank’s Association (IBA), State Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank. Accordingly, RBI,IBA and Department of Financial Service have issued necessary guidelines/instructions to all banks for their convenience. To implement jeevan pramaan it is necessary on the part of banks to seed the Aadhaar number with Pension Payment Order and bank account number. To complete this task, all banks have to take special drive to collect the Aadhaar number of pensioners and make it a part of their master data.


In the above context Addl. CGA has taken a meeting on 24.12.2014 with the discuss the further strategy for speedy implementation of the system. In the meeting, it was decided that to ensure the genuineness of the pensioner it is necessary to seed the Aadhaar number with PPO and pensioners bank account. Because at present banks are not having pensioners’ data base on their server to link them with the details of PPOs and Aadhaar numbers, they were advised to prepare a date-toe of pensioers account first a, the earliest and link them with Aadhaar server. For to purpose they will call the pensioners to come to bank alongwith their original Aadhaar card and its photocopy for identification. The designated officer of the bank will identify the pensioner with reference to the PPO and KYC document and seed his pension account with Aadhaar server.

He will keep the photocopy of Aadhaar Card in the pensioners’ folder for record. The bank will apply this strategy immediately with those pensioners whose life certificates are still pending a are interested to opt for digital certification of their life. Thereafter, they may complete this task well before November, 2015, when life certificate becomes dues.

A column for Aadhaar number has been provided in the format of master data and made available on CPAOs website. All CPPCs are advised to update their master data duly seeded with PO number & bank account numbers and send the same to CPAO by e-mail at cpao.masterdata@gmail.com at the earliest so that CPAO also updates its master data for validation purpose.

This task must be completed on top priority basis.

sd/-

(Dr. Dilip Kumar)

Controller of Accounts

Source: cpao.nic.in

NC JCM Staff Side Pleaded Important Proposals before 7th Central Pay Commission

NC JCM Staff Side Pleaded Important Proposals before 7th Central Pay Commission – Detailed Report From NFIR

NFIR

National Federation of Indian Railwaymen

3, CHELMSFORD ROAD, NEW DELHI – 110 055

Minimum Wage of Rs.26000/- and Open Ended Pay Scales

JCM DELEGATION PROPOSED BEFORE THE 7TH CENTRAL PAY COMMISSION

During 2 days deliberations on 23rd & 24th March, 2015, the JCM (Staff Side) delegation have pleaded before the 7th Central Pay Commission to recommend minimum wage of Rs. 26,000/- per month on the basis of 15th ILC Norms/Aykroyd Formula. Some of the important submissions made before the Pay Commission are listed below:

Wage ratio between the lowest and highest should be 1:8.

Revised pay scales and allowances should be given effect from 01/01/2014.

3.7 multiplication factor should be applied to arrive at the revised pay. Special Pay concept should be restored back.

HRA should be revised to 60%, 40% and 20% of pay for ‘X’ ‘Y’ and ‘Z’ class localities/cities respectively.

Children Education Allowance should be revised and extended to cover higher studies also.

Increment rate should be 5% of pay.

Five promotions during service.

Special Duty Allowance for North Eastern Region be revised to 37-1/2%.

House Building Amount should be increased and interest rate should be reduced.

6th CPC Anomalies may be got addressed through a special mechanism.

Flexi timings for women employees besides additional leave facilities etc.,

Pension

Pay Commission was urged to recommend parity in Pension.

Minimum Pension should be fixed at 67% of last pay drawn.

Gratuity amount should be upwardly revised.

All the issues contained in the J CM memorandum were explained to the Commission with cogent logic, merits and Precedents. S/Shri M. Raghavaiah, Leader JCM (Staff Side), Guman Singh, NFIR President, R.P. Bhatnagar, Working President and BC. Sharma, Joint General Secretary have participated in the deliberations.

No.IV/NFIR/7TH CPC/Corres/Pt.V

Dated : 28/03/2015 V

(Dr M. Raghavaiah)

General Secretary

Source: NFIR

Meeting of NC JCM Staff Side with 7th Pay Commission – Detailed report including about DA Merger, Interim Relief

Meeting of NC JCM Staff Side with 7th Pay Commission – Detailed report including about DA Merger, Interim Relief

Feedback of the meeting of NC JCM Staff Side with 7th CPC

No.NC/JCM/2015 Dated: March 25, 2014

Dear Comrades,

The 7th CPC had asked the JCM Staff Side to present their case before the Commission for wage revision on 23rd and 24th March 2015. Accordingly, the Standing Committee of the Staff Side met on 22nd March and again 23rd March 2015. The presentation was made on 23rd and 24th March 2015 before the Commission.

We have discussed the memorandum, chapter wise and the Commission made a very patient hearing and interacted with us seeking clarifications on certain matters. It is not possible to provide a detailed account of the discussions. However, we are to inform you that we came out of the discussion with a very good impression and satisfaction.

1. The Commission will adopt Minimum Wage Concept(Dr. Aykhrod Formula) as the principle of wage determination. They will however, collect the retail rates of the commodities that go into the basket.

2. We have pleaded for the adoption of the best international practices while fixing the highest salary.

3. On the demands for Interim Relief and Merger of DA, the Commission finally said that those can only be considered if Terms of Reference are amended.

4. The Commission agreed that there had been reduction in the sanctioned strength and working strength over the years despite the increased workload.

5. They have also noted that there was substantial reduction in percentage terms of the expenses on salary and wages over the years.

6. The Commission enquired, as to how multiplication factor of 3.7 was arrived at. The same was explained in detail.

7. Fitment Formula and the demand on Fixation of Pay on Promotion, were appreciated as the rationale was explained.

8. Date of effect: No commitment or comment was made by the Commission. The Staff Side explained, as to how they compromised by shifting the date from. 01.01.2011 to 01.01.2014.

9. The institution of Special Pay, especially in the wake of de-layering was explained.

10. Common Categories: We have requested the upgradation and amalgamation of the cadres of LDC with UDC and the need for bringing about parity in pay scales of the Subordinate Offices with the Central Secretariat. The problems of Staff Car Drivers were also elaborated. The contractorisation and casualisation at lower level positions and the consequent exploitation of the labour were discussed at length. The Commission has made a proposal to do away with the contractorisation/casualisation. Staff side will discuss the proposal and will send its views to the Commission in due course.


11. Classification of Posts: Our proposal has not been found favour.

12. GDS: While sympathizing with the Staff Side, the Commission wanted them to approach the Government with a view to amend the Terms of Reference.

13. Allowances and Advances: Detailed discussions were held on HRA, CCA, Transport Allowance, CEA and Special Allowance for personnel posted at North East Region. Chapters dealing with the facilities was also discussed at length, including compassionate appointment. On holidays, we have requested to include May Day in the list of holidays. The background of observance of May Day was enquired by the Commission and explained.

14. Pension and Retirement Benefit – NPS: Commission stated categorically that NPS being an Act of Parliament, they will not make any comment thereon.

Pension Computation: The rationale of 67% was explained and appreciated.

Minimum Pension: our demand for 2/3rd of the Minimum Wage was also explained.

Parity in pension of past and present pensioners was fully explained, linked with one rank -one pension scheme for Defence Personnel. We have pleaded that Civilian Pensioners should not be discriminated against. Demand for Additional Pension for both Pensioners and Family Pensioners was explained. All matters concerning Family Pension were also discussed. So also, gratuity to be computed in accordance with the Gratuity Act.

There was good response for the demands from the Commission.

Restoration of commuted value of pension: The Commission will enquire the views of the Government as to what is their objection to the demand.

Medical facilities for pensioners and discrimination between Pensioners in CGHS area and CCS(MA) Area as also the Postal Pensioners was brought home including the higher Fixed Medical Allowance for ESI persons.

Certain clarifications/elucidations have been asked for by the Commission. To provide such clarifications, another meeting with the Commission might be held after the Commission’s interaction with other organizations. The Staff Side may meet the Commission after their interaction with the other organizations are over.

With greetings,

(Shiva Gopal Mishra)

Secretary/Staff Side NC JCM

PDF file regarding feedback of the meeting is reproduced underneath:-

Dopt Order - Nomination of Shri.M.S.Raja as a Staff Side Member of Standing Committee of National Council (JCM)

Nomination of Shri.M.S.Raja as a Staff Side Member of Standing Committee of National Council (JCM) – Dopt Order

F.No.1/1/2011-JCA

Government of India

Ministry of Personnel, PG and Pensions

Department of Personnel and Training

North Block, New Delhi,

Dated: 19th March, 2015

To
Secretary, Staff Side,
National Council (JCM)
13-C, Ferozeshah Road,
New Delhi – 110001


Subject: Nomination of member of Staff Side in the Standing Committee National Council (JCM).

Sir,
Kindly refer to your letter No. NC-JCM-2015 (Nomination) dated 26th February, 2015 on the subject above cited above. The nomination of Shri.M.S.Raja as a Staff Side Member of Standing Committee of National Council (JCM) vice late Shri.S.K.Vyas has been approved by Secretary (Personnel) as Chariman of the Standing Committee of National Council (CJM).

Yours faithfully,

sd/-

(K.Kipgen)

Director (JCA)

Source: NFPE

Complaints Committee to enquire into complaints of sexual harassment at work place in the Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare

Complaints Committee to enquire into complaints of sexual harassment at work place in the Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare

G.I., DPPW, O.M.No.44011/5/2013-Admn.I, dated 23.3.2015

Subject:- Complaints Committee to enquire into complaints of sexual harassment at work place in the Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare


The undersigned is directed to enclose herewith the composition of a Committee formed in this Department to enquire into complaints of sexual harassment at work place. It is requested to kindly post this list at appropriate position in this Department’s website.

Click to view the order

Authority: www.pensionersportal.gov.in

Revision of Special Allowance and Cash Handling Allowance as a result of enhancement of Dearness Allowance w.e.f. 1.1.2014

Revision of Special Allowance and Cash Handling Allowance as a result of enhancement of Dearness Allowance w.e.f. 1.1.2014

G.I., Dept. of Pers. & Trg. O.M.No. 416/2008-Estt. (Pay II), dated 24.3.2015

Subject: Revision of Special Allowance and Cash Handling Allowance as a result of enhancement of Dearness Allowance w.e.f. 1.1.2014

References are being received from various Ministries with regard to the amount of Special Allowance and Cash Handling Allowance admissible consequent upon enhancement of Dearness Allowance payable to Central Government employees @ 100% w.e.f. 1 st January, 2014 announced vide Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditure O.M. No.1/1/2014-E-II (B) dated 27th March, 2014.


This Departments O.M. 4/6/2008-Est(Pay II) dated 1.10.2008 provides that the rates of Special Allowance and Cash Handling Allowance will be increased by 25% every time the Dearness Allowance payable on revised pay scales goes up by 50%.

All Ministries/Departments are therefore, again advised to take necessary action accordingly.

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Authority : www.persmin.gov.in

Defence ministry has already finalised the OROP (One Rank One Pension) scheme: Parrikar

Defence ministry has already finalised the OROP (One Rank One Pension) scheme: Parrikar
Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Monday said, “The defence ministry has already finalised the OROP (One Rank One Pension) scheme. However, certain financial and administrative procedures will be followed. The first positive thing is that it has been prepared properly. It involves an amount of about Rs. 8,000 crore.”

The text of The Hindu news article “India to train defence personnel of 38 countries”

India to train defence personnel of 38 countries: Parrikar

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Monday said India was planning to export defence materials and training military personnel of at least 38 countries.

“At least 38 countries are sending their defence personnel for training in India. We are encouraging them. We are giving them more slots. We are also considering supplying some sort of defence materials through export or through line of credit to the countries so that they can depend on India for their defence,” Mr. Parrikar told reporters at the sidelines of an international conference in Bhubaneswar.

Mr. Parrikar, however, said he would not be able to reveal names of the countries which are sending their personnel for training due to security reasons.

Quoting a shloka from Sanskrit scripture, Mr. Parrikar said, “A goat is sacrificed in the altar and no one dares to kill a lion. We will build our position of strength.”

However, Mr. Parrikar said, India does not want to dominate any other country but increase its own strength through partnership and friendship.

Replying to a question, the Defence Minister said, “We are organising a naval exercise in Vishakhapatanam where international fleet will participate… It will be a spectacular show of basic exercise of infrastructure.”

Asked whether China is also participating in the exercise, Mr. Parrikar said, “We are yet to send invitation. It’s an open matter. Once the list is prepared, you can know.”

On Blue Navy, Mr. Parrikar said the concept of Blue Navy will come to practice when India posts 30/40 ships at about 300/400 nautical miles from the coast.

Mr. Parrikar said, “The defence ministry has already finalised the OROP (One Rank One Pension) scheme. However, certain financial and administrative procedures will be followed. The first positive thing is that it has been prepared properly. It involves an amount of about Rs. 8,000 crore.”

About the proposal from Odisha government on a Kalinga regiment, he said, “You cannot raise a regiment by caste or region… I would ensure that defence presence is felt more in Odisha so that you can get more people trained, get more people in the army and employment,” he said.

Read more at: The Hindu

Training Providers to Install GPS Enabled Biometric Devices

Training Providers to Install GPS Enabled Biometric Devices

SDI Portal to Capture Attendance and to Track the Placement of Trainees

GPS Enabled Device Monitoring to Improve Performance of SDI Scheme

The Ministry of Labour & Employment has made it mandatory for registered Vocational Training Providers (VTPs) to install GPS enabled Bio-metric attendance to capture the attendance of the trainees during the start and end of training daily, which is stored at the central server. This will ensure VTPs to conduct training regularly. This is one of the many meaningful initiatives taken recently by the Ministry to monitor and improve the quality of training under Skill Development Initiative (SDI) scheme. GPS enabled device ensures that the correct attendance is tracked for the students who belong to the geographical location where biometric device is installed. Trainees having minimum 80% attendance will be allowed to take assessment for getting National Council of Vocational Training (NCVT) approved certificate. Besides this, Placement Tracking Module has also been integrated with SDI portal in order to track the placement of the passed out trainees for one year and only those VTPs get 20% of last instalment of training after one year who enters the data of the trainees namely: salary/wages etc into SDI Portal.

To bring the construction workers into mainstream, a scheme “Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) of construction workers has been launched to test the competencies of the construction workers registered with Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board on pre-determined parameters and thereafter, if workers found wanting in support or core training, are imparted skill gap training as the case may be. Final assessment will be conducted leading to NCVT certification. In order to simplify and ease the process of implementation of RPL scheme, software module from registration to certification has been developed.


The Ministry of Labour & Employment always endeavours to provide quality training to the beneficiaries so that they get employment after successful completion of training. The Skill Development Initiative (SDI) scheme is being implemented since May, 2007 to develop skilled manpower through network 10173 Vocational Training Providers (VTPs) located in various parts of the country. Skill of the persons is assessed by the independent Assessing Bodies and successful persons are awarded NCVT certificates which are recognised for the purpose of employment. There is a provision in the scheme wherein the competencies of the persons acquired by any means are tested on the pre-determined parameters and successful ones are awarded NCVT certificates. As on date more than 34.65 lakhs persons have been trained/ tested and 565 modules have been developed in 68 sectors of economy.

Salient features of the scheme are:

-Additions and deletions of modules is continuing process.

-Flexi delivery time of training quality and it depends upon the target group.

-No training cost and assessment fee is charged from the trainee.

-A provision of providing lodging and boarding charges to the trainees belonging to North Eastern States, Left Wing Extremist Affected Areas, J&K , Himachal Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep when they come out of such place for getting training under SDI scheme.

Source: www.7thpaycommissionnews.in

Restriction on Login for Booking of Train e-Tickets

Restriction on Login for Booking of Train e-Tickets

Press Information Bureau

Government of India

Ministry of Railways

23-March-2015 16:52 IST

Restriction on Login for Booking of Train e-Tickets

The Ministry of Railways has decided that in case of e-ticketing, there will be a restriction of only one booking in one user login session and forced logging out of the user before another booking for all users including IRCTC agents but excluding defence booking under warrant only.

This restriction will be applicable while booking of e-ticket between 0800 and 1200 hours. However, this restriction will not be applicable while booking onward journey/return journey e-tickets.

Source: www.7thpaycommissionnews.in

NC JCM (Staff Side) writes to 7th Pay Commission to extend the time limit for oral evidence

NC JCM (Staff Side) writes to 7th Pay Commission to extend the time limit for oral evidence

Shiva Gopal Mishra
Secretary

Ph.: 23382286

National Council (Staff Side)

Joint Consultative Machinery

Central Government Employees

13-C, Ferozshah Road, New Delhi – 110001

E Mail : nc.jcm.np@gmail.com

No.AIRF/405(VII CPC)

Dated: March 20, 2015

The Secretary,
Seventh Central Pay Commission,
Chatrapati Shivaji Bhawan,
1st Floor, B-14/A,
Outab Institutional Area,
New Delhi – 110016

Dear Madam,
Sub: Oral Evidence of the AIRF before the VII CPC
Ref: Secretary, VII CPC’s letter No.7CPC/158/Meetings/2015 dated 19.03.2015


We are very much thankful to Seventh Central Pay Commission for giving an opportunity to the Constituent Organizations of the National Council(JCM) for Oral Evidence before the Seventh Central Pay Commission, but at the same we submit that, the time allotted is quite shor, particularly for the Railways and Defence.

It is worthwhile to mention here that the VI CPC had given us sufficient time to represent 136 categories and 13 lakh Railwaymen, spread throughout the Indian Railways as well as to other Central Government Organizations.

We do hope, the VII CPC will appreciate our viewpoint and allot suffcient time to represent the views of the Central Government employees of differenet categories.

With regards,

Yours faithfully,

sd/-

(Shiva Gopal Mishra)

Secretary NC/JCM (Staff Side)

Source: AIRF

Classification of expenditure in respect of reimbursement of Hearing Aid – CGDA Orders

Classification of expenditure in respect of reimbursement of Hearing Aid – CGDA Orders

G.I., CGDA O.M.File No.A/B/I/1326/XXXI/Corr., dated 19.3.2015

Sub: Classification of expenditure in respect of reimbursement of Hearing Aid.

One of the Controllers has reported that while their accounts, Test Audit Authorities have raised observation on procedure followed for booking of expenditure on account of “Hearing Aid Bills”. Test Audit Authorities are of the view that booking of expenditure on this account under code head 101/10 and 111/10 under Major Head 2076, Minor Head 101 – Pay and Allowance is not in order and the same should have been compiled to code head 421/01 – Local Purchase of Medical Stores under Minor head 110 – Stores – Major Head 2076.


2. It is therefore, requested that the procedure/practice being followed by your office in this regard along with your considered views duly supported with relevant authority may be forwarded for further examination of the issue at HQrs office.

This issue with the approval of OSD (A&B).

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Dopt Orders - Crucial date of determination of age of 56 years for induction into AIS

Crucial date of determination of age of 56 years for induction into AIS – Dopt Orders

G.I., Dept. of Pers. & Trg., O.M.F.No.14015/30/2015-AIS-I, dated 20.3.2015

Subject: Clarification on crucial date of determination of age of 56 years for induction into AIS and its applicability with reference to the year of Select List-regarding.

The undersigned is directed to refer to the subject cited above and to say that on the directions of Hon’ble Supreme Court, and in consultation with Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Environment and Forest, UPSC and the State Governments, the Central Government has decided to raise maximum age limit from 54 years to 56 years for promotion/induction from State Service/Non-State Civil Service to All India Service with effect from the Select List of 2015 with crucial date of determination of age as 01.01.2015. In order to implement this decision, this Department has issued four notifications dated 17.03.2015 amending the following regulations with the stipulation that these amendments will take effect from the date of their publication in the official gazette: -

(i) Regulation 5 (3) of Indian Administrative Service (Appointment by Promotion) Regulations, 1955;
(ii) Regulation 5 (3) of Indian Police Service (Appointment by Promotion) Regulations, 1955;
(iii) Regulation 5 (3) of Indian Forest Service (Appointment by Promotion) Regulations, 1966; and
(iv) Proviso 1 below Regulation 4(1)(iii) of Indian Administrative Service (Appointment by Selection) Regulations, 1997

2. Further, as decided by the Government, anomaly in Non-SCS Select List vis- a-vis SCS Select List for the vacancies arising during the same year has been removed through OM dated 17.3.2015. As per this OM, for the vacancies arising during the period 1 1.2014 to 31.12.2014, the Select list of Non-SCS officers will be styled as Select List-2014-A instead of Select List 2015. The Select List of SCS officers had already been styled coinciding with the year of the vacancies from the year 2010, after the clarificatory OM dated 25.08.2010. Thus, for the vacancies arising during the year 2015 (between 1.1.2015 to 31.12.2015), the Select List for both SCS officers as well as Non-SCS officers will be styled as Select List-2015.

3. Now, for the benefit of all stakeholders, it is clarified that the above amendments are applicable for the Select Lists of 2015 (vacancies arising between 01.01.2015 to 31.12 2015) and onwards with crucial date for determination of age as 1st January of that Select List year. For example, for the Select List of 2015, the upper age limit for consideration will be 56 years with crucial date for determination of age as 01.01.2015.

4. In so far as the Select Lists of State Service/Non-State Civil Service officers of 2014/2014-A to be prepared for the vacancies arisen between 1.1.2014 to 31.12.2014 are concerned, the same would be prepared in accordance with the regulations existing in 2014. In other words, up-to the Select Lists of 2014/2014-A, the maximum age limit for consideration for induction into AIS would be 54 years and the same would be reckoned as on 1st January of the respective Select List year.

5 (i). For further clarity, for example, 10 and 2 vacancies arose during 01.01.2014 to 31.12.2014 in West Bengal cadre in the SCS and Non-SCS category respectively. The Select List for SCS officers would be styled as Select List 2014 and for Non-SCS officers, it would be styled as Select List 2014-A. The Selection Committee Meetings would be held in 2015 and the upper age limit will be 54 years with crucial date of determination as 01.01.2014 for both the category of officers.

(ii)Similarly, if 6 and 2 vacancies arise during 01.01.2015 to 31.12.2015 in Odisha cadre in the SCS and Non-SCS category respectively, the Select Lists would be styled as Select List 2015 for both the category of officers. The Selection Committee Meetings for Select List 2015 would be held in 2016 and the upper age limit will be 56 years with crucial date of determination as 01.01.2015 for both SCS and Non-SCS officers.

6. All State Governments/Cadre Controlling Authorities and UPSC are, therefore, requested to implement the aforementioned amendments in accordance with the above clarifications.

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NFIR’s Meeting with 7th Central Pay Commission on the 13th & 14th April 2015

NFIR’s Meeting with 7th Central Pay Commission on the 13th & 14th April 2015

MEENA AGARWAL
SECRETARY

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

SEVENTH CENTRAL PAY COMMISSION

D.O No. 7CPC/158/Meetings/2015

19th March, 2015

Dear Shri Raghavaiah,

The Seventh, Central Pay Commission has, from the time of its constitution, engaged with a variety of stakeholders on the issues which it has been mandated to cover in accordance with its terms of reference. Based on the wide ranging interaction the Commission has had in this period, certain broad issues have emerged before the Commission. The Commission has also been seeking from individual Ministries / Departments their views on the issues posed, in relation to matters that are relevant to the Ministries.

The Commission has had the occasion to interact with the Federation in May 2014. A meeting was also held on 25 February 2015 with the National Council (Staff side) wherein it was agreed that the Commission would have a detailed engagement with the Staff side as part of its final deliberations.

Accordingly, a meeting with the 7th Central Pay Commission has been scheduled for the Federation on two successive days viz. 13 and 14 April 2015. between 10.30 am and 1 pm in the Conference Room 1st floor B-14/A, Chatrapati Shivaji Bhawan, Qutub Institutional Area, New Delhi,

With Regards

Yours sincerely,

sd/-

(Meena Agarwal)

Shri. M.Raghavaiah
General Secretary
National Federation of Indian Railwaymen
3, Chelmsford Road
New Delhi – 110055

Source: NFIR

One Rank One Pension – 1st Payment will be made on 1st week of May, 2015 & Arrears will be paid in 4 equal installments – Minister assured

One Rank One Pension – 1st Payment will be made on 1st week of May, 2015 & Arrears will be paid in 4 equal installments – Minister assured

LATEST ON OROP IMPLEMENTATION : MESSAGE FROM SHRI THANESWARSEN, CHAIRMAN, NEXCC.

Shri Manohar Parikkar, Hon’ble Defence Minister, Government of India, met representative of our organization(NEXCC) led by Shri V.N.Mishra, Secretary General (as Chairman is indisposed).

Where 20/25 minutes cordial discussion had in connection with implementation One Rank One Pension(OROP). He has assured our delegation, that by 1st week of April,2015, modalities will be finalized & 1st payment will be made on 1st week of May, 2015. Arrears will be paid in 4 equal installments.


Considering the deferred assurance given by the Hon’ble Defence Minister, available Central Committee Member in Delhi, decided to defer our agitational programme on 6th & 7th April, 2015. It is further to intimate that Central Executive Committee to a later date.

The representative also brought to the knowledge of the Hon’ble Defence Minister about the ECHS meeting scheduled to be held on 05th April, 2015,at New Delhi, also & Military Service Pay(MSP)anomalies, which he assured to look into.

Source: www.ex-sergeant.blogspot.in

Yoga Training Session for Central Government Employees and their dependents with effect from 01.04.2015

Yoga Training Session for Central Government Employees and their dependents with effect from 01.04.2015

G.I., Dept. of Per. & Trg., O.M.File No.11012/2/2014-Welfare, dated 20.03.2015

YOGA TRAINING SESSIONS

Department of Personnel and Training, Govt. of India is organising Yoga Training sessions from 1st April 2015 for the benefit of Central government Employees and their dependents at Grih Kalyan Dendra (GKK) samaj sadans as per enclosed list in association with Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, New Delhi, No registration/training fees will be charged.

Timing :

6.30 AM to 8.30 AM

4.30 PM to 6.30 PM

(All days except Sundays/Gazetted holidays)

2. For registration for the Yoga Sessions Kindly contact the officials of Grih Kalyan Kendra (GKK) present at the respective venues.

3. For inquires kindly contact:-

Phone Numbers – 24616219, 24648081, 24616218

Mobile numbers – 8750070303, 9811770184

E-mail – grihkalyankendra@rediffmail.com

4. It is requested that this circular may be given wide publicity.

Click to view the details of Samaj Sadans in New Delhi Area

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Seventh Pay Commission to meet leadership of AIRF on 7and 8 April/2015 to seek the views of Federation

Seventh Pay Commission to meet leadership of AIRF on 7and 8 April/2015 to seek the views of Federation

A meeting with the 7th Central Pay Commission has been scheduled for the AIRF for two successive days viz. 7 and 8 April, 2015 at the office of 7th Pay Commission, New Delhi.

7th Pay Commission to meet leadership of AIRF on 7and 8 April, 2015 to seek the views of Federation.

MEENA AGARWAL

SECRETARY

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

SEVENTH CENTRAL PAY COMMISSION

D.O No. 7CPC/158/Meetings/2015

19th March, 2015

Dear Shri Mishra,

The Seventh, Central Pay Commission has, from the time of its constitution, engaged with a variety of stakeholders on the issues which it has been mandated to cover in accordance with its terms of reference. Based on the wide ranging interaction the Commission has had in this period, certain broad issues have emerged before the Commission. The Commission has also been seeking from individual Ministries / Departments their views on the issues posed, in relation to matters that are relevant to the Ministries.

The Commission has had the occasion to interact with the Federation in May 2014. A meeting was also held on 25 February 2015 with the National Council (Staff side) wherein it was agreed that the Commission would have a detailed engagement with the Staff side as part of its final deliberations.

Accordingly, a meeting with the 7th Central Pay Commission has been scheduled for the Federation on two successive days viz. 7 and 8 April 2015. between 10.30 am and 1 pm in the Conference Room 1 floor B-14/A Chatrapati Shivaji Bhawan, Qutub Institutional Area, New Delhi,

With Regrds

Yours sincerely,

sd/-

(Meena Agarwal)

Shri Shiv Gopal Mishra

General Secretary

All India Railwayrnens’ Federation

4, State Entry Road

New Delhi- 110055

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Source: http://www.airfindia.org/

Meetings Schedule of 7th Pay Commission with stake holders

Meetings Schedule of 7th Pay Commission with stake holders – AIRF

7th Pay Commission to meet leadership of AIRF on 7and 8 April/2015 to seek the views of Federation

A meeting with the 7th Central Pay Commission has been scheduled for the AIRF for two successive days viz. 7 and 8 April, 2015 at the office of 7th Pay Commission, New Delhi.

Sl. No.	Name of the Body	Date & Time of meeting
1.	National Federation of Postal Employees	1030 hrs to 1300 hrs, 25 March
2.	Federation of National Postal Organisation	1030 hrs to 1300 hrs, 26 March
3.	Income Tax Employees Federation	1030 hrs to 1200 hrs, 27 March
4.	All India Audit & Accounts Association	1200 hrs to 1330 hrs, 27 March
5.	Confederation of Defence Recognised Associations	1030 hrs to 1200 hrs, 30 March
6.	All India Defence Employees Federation	1200 hrs to 1330 hrs, 30 March
7.	Indian National Defence Workers Federation	1030 hrs and 1200 hrs, 31 March 2015
8.	Bharatiya Pratiraksha Mazdoor Sangh	1200 hrs and 1330 hrs,  31 March 2015
9.	National Federation of Atomic Energy Employees	1030 hrs to 1200 hrs, 6 April
10.	Central Secretariat Non-Gazetted Employees Union	1200 hrs to 1330 hrs, 6 April
11.	All India Railwaymens’ Federation	1030 hrs to 1300 hrs, 7 & 8 April
12.	National Federation of Indian Railwaymen	1030 hrs to 1300 hrs, 13 & 14 April

   

Source: www.airfindia.org