Babus, mantris & buzz: Will Bihar have BJP CM?
Will Bihar have BJP CM?
Although it is settled among the NDA allies that after elections Nitish Kumar will again be the Chief Minister. Political observers, however, do not rule out the possibility of the BJP’s Chief Minister after the results are announced. In case there is BJP CM, the person to be chosen for the post will certainly be a new face.
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Five IPS officers retiring in Oct
Only five IPS officers of various cadres and batches are retiring in October, 2025. They are: P N Khrimey, Idashisha Nongrang of Assam-Meghalaya; Arind Kumar Kujur of Bihar; A D Chudasama of Gujarat and Bipin Kumar Singh of Maharashtra cadre.
IRS officer Amrit Agrahari appointed as Director, PMO
Amrit Agrahari has been appointed as Director in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO). He is a 2011 batch IRS-IT officer.
Tussle with the State govt affecting Central PSU?
If sources are to be believed the Central PSU Kudremukh Iron Ore Ltd is reportedly facing serious tussle with the Karnataka government over the allotment of mines.
SAIL to downsize work force?
Steel secretary on Oct 16 held meeting with SAIL Chairman & asked him to downsize 10 per cent of total work force both permanent & out source personnel by March 2026.
Brajesh Kumar Pandey returns to parent cadre
Brajesh Kumar Pandey, Joint Secretary at Director level, Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), has been given premature repatriation to his parent cadre on personal grounds. He is a 2006 batch IDAS officer.
Amod Kumar returns to parent cadre
Amod Kumar, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, has been given premature repatriation to his parent cadre on personal grounds. He is a 1995 batch IAS officer of UP cadre.
Salve Sandeep selected as Director (HR), Armoured Vehicles Nigam Ltd
Salve Sandeep, GM, Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited, has been selected for the post of Director (Human Resources), Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited at a Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) meeting held on October 27, 2025. As many as nine persons were interviewed for the same.
IAS officer arrested in Delhi
AGMUT cadre 2016 batch IAS officer is reported to have been arrested by the Police. He is said to be from the North-East.
Ms Urmila appointed as Economic Adviser, DPIIT
Ms Urmila has been appointed as Economic Adviser, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). She is a 2007 batch IES officer.
Now crowd management in Railways via AI apps.
PIB highlighted enhanced festival passenger facilities, including dedicated waiting areas, additional M-UTS (Mobile UTS) counters, upgraded washrooms, and clean drinking water at 200+ stations. This supports 1,000+ special trains for Diwali/Chhath, with real-time crowd management via AI apps.
Govind Gupta is DG ACB Rajasthan
Govind Gupta assumed charge as Director General, Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB). He stated that action will be taken against corruption regardless of the “size of the fish,” signaling a zero-tolerance drive.
PSU stocks to rally in 2025
PSU stocks to rally in 2025 via Make in India and infra spends; NTPC net profit up 24.59% YoY to ₹21,332 Cr (FY24), with CAGR 23% for non-financial PSUs; Rail Vikas Nigam predicted top performer (1,116% 3-year surge). PSBs to deliver steady RoAs with margin recovery in H2FY26.
Mandatory 2-year fixed tenures for AIS officers gaining enforcement
Mandatory 2-year fixed tenures for AIS officers (amended 2014 rules) gaining enforcement via Civil Services Boards, curbing political transfers—#IASReforms trending. For IFoS, shift to “green deputations” for biodiversity conservation amid national forest policy updates.
Police promotions in J&K
Jammu & Kashmir DGP Nalin Prabhat has ordered promotions, adjustments, and transfers of Deputy Superintendents of Police (DySPs), impacting mid-level IPS cadre operations.
Global Ranking Boost in forest cover
India’s forest cover rose to 25.17% of land area (827,357 sq km), climbing to 9th globally in total forest area (FAO Global Forest Resources Assessment 2025, October 2025 release). Annual gain: 3rd worldwide. However, ecologists criticise broad definitions (including plantations) masking biodiversity loss.
Vet Asstt Surgeon in Dept AH&AW, Puducherry Govt sought
Combined recruitment to vacancies for the post of Veterinary Assistant
Surgeon in Department of Animal Husbandry & Animal Welfare, Government
of Puducherry will be held on December 21, 2025. The test will be held
from 9.30 am.
Vacancies for Asstt Vet Surgeon, NDMC advertised
Combined recruitment to vacancies for the post of Assistant Veterinary Surgeon in New Delhi Municipal Council will be held on December 21, 2025. The test will be held from 9.30 am.
NHSRC seeks Jr Consultant-Knowledge Mgmt Division
National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC), New Delhi is seeking Junior Consultant, Knowledge Management Division (KMD). Applications can be sent online on http://nhsrcindia.org latest by November 11, 2025.
NHSRC advertised Consultant–Certification Unit,Quality & Patient Safety post
National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC), New Delhi is seeking Consultant–Certification Unit,Quality & Patient Safety. Applications can be sent online on http://nhsrcindia.org latest by November 3, 2025.
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