TALKS FAILED- INTUC HAS DECIDED TO GO ON STRIKE AS SCHEDULED ON 02/09/2015.

OUR GENUINE DEMANDS ARE NOT CONSIDERED BY THE GOVERNMENT. INTUC  HAS DECIDED TO GO ON STRIKE AS SCHEDULED ON 02/09/2015. FORGET LOCAL DIFFERENCES.THINK GLOBALLY.

FNPO IS PARTICIPATING IN STRIKE ON THE INSTRUCTIONS OF INTUC. WE ARE NOT JOINNING WITH NFPE.

02/09/2015 STRIKE IS OUR FUTURE SURVIVAL. MAKE THE STRIKE SUCCESS.

4 Months Extension to 7th Pay Commission – Employees Disappointed

4 Months Extension to 7th Pay Commission – Employees Disappointed

   
   With the 18 months time given to the 7th Pay Commission to submit its report coming to an end in August, the Government has given an extension of another four months. The government says that the extension was given because the commission had asked for it. Many are not ready to believe that the 7th Pay Commission, which was almost ready to submit its report, had suddenly requested for an extension. They wonder what the necessity was for this extra time.

Two months ago, on July 24, 2015, the 7th Pay Commission had, on its official website, voluntarily said that work is on and it will be completed well within schedule. Even until the second week of August, there were no indications from the members of the 7th Pay Commission that they would require an extension. In these circumstances, the fact that the 7th Pay Commission has suddenly requested for additional time has caught many by surprise.

Even on 7.8.2015, NC Staff Side Secretary Shri. Shiva Gopal Mishra informed after meeting with 7th Pay Commission that one month may be delayed to submit the report to Govt. And consecutive news from various media, including PTI had published that the chariman of 7th CPC Justice Ashok Mathur assured to submit the report by the end of September.

After the commission submits its reports and recommendations, the higher official side will require time to debate over the issues. Keeping these in mind, it was felt that submitting the report by the end of August will ensure that the recommendations of the 7th Pay Commission will be implemented without any delay, from January 1, 2016 onwards. The employees were hoping that this time around, there wouldn’t be any arrears payments. The extension has put an end to all these expectations.

A number of speculations are on about the real reason why the commission has delayed its report. Some claim that the extension has been given to the 7th Pay Commission in order for them to prepare a report on the impact of One Rank One Pension for the Defence personnel.

Now that the report has been postponed, one can be very sure that expectations will rise in the month of December.

Courtesy : http://90paisa.org/

Seventh Pay Commission Reports Coming Shortly, Says FM Jaitley

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley

New Delhi: Finance Minister Arun Jaitley today said that reports of Seventh Pay Commission for central government employees was coming shortly.

“The recommendations of Seventh central Pay Commission for government employees is coming shortly,” Jaitley told ET NOW.

The Seventh Pay Commission, which was set up by the UPA government, was required to submit its report by August-end.

The Seventh Pay Commission was ready to submit its report by the end of September but government gave nod to submit its report till December 31.

The reports of Seventh Central Pay Commission may be implicated from April next year as Finance Minister Arun Jaitley today said that he will get the pay panel reports shortly.

The central government constitutes the Pay Commission almost every 10 years to revise the pay scale of its employees and often these are adopted by states after some modifications.

The revised pay scales will be implemented retrospectively starting 1 January 2016, while recommendations relating to allowances will be implemented prospectively.

The Commission has already completed discussions with various stakeholders, including organisations, federations, groups representing civil employees as well as Defence services and is in the process of finalising its recommendations.

The recommendations of the Seventh Pay Commission are scheduled to come into effect from January 1, 2016.

The Commission is headed by Justice A K Mathur. Meena Agarwal is secretary of the Commission.

The Sixth Pay Commission was implemented with effect from January 1, 2006, the fifth from January 1, 1996 and the fourth from January 1, 1986.

Face action if you raise grievances with Prime Minister: Government warns babus

All central government employees, including officials of Army and para military forces, were today warned of "action" if they raise service matters related grievances to the Prime Minister, directly. 

Warning employees, the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) said such submission of representations directly to other authorities by-passing the prescribed channel of communication, has to be viewed seriously and appropriate disciplinary action should be taken against those who violate these. 

As per these instructions, wherever a government servant wishes to press a claim or to seek redressal of a grievance, the proper course for him is to address his immediate official superior, or head of his office, or such other authority at the appropriate level who is competent to deal with the matter in the organisation. Writing to higher authorities, can rightly be treated as an unbecoming conduct, it said in a directive. 

"In spite of these instructions, it has been observed that government servants including officers and officials of para military forces and Army personnel continue to represent directly to the Prime Minister, Minister, Secretary (Personnel) and other higher authorities, directly," the DoPT said. 

It is reiterated that the existing instructions may be brought to the notice of all government servants including officials of para military forces and members of armed forces and "action taken against those who violate these instructions", it said. 

The forms of communication also include e-mails or raising it through public grievances portal etc, the DoPT said. 

The DoPT has also reminded the employees of the government's directive prohibiting them from bringing outside influence in respect of matter pertaining to his service matter. "Representation by relatives of government servant is also treated as outside influence," it said. 

Source : The Economic Times

DOPT instruction for Representation from Government servant on service matters

F. No. 11013/08/2013-Estt(A-III)
Government of India
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Department of Personnel & Training
Establishment A-Ill Desk

OFFICE MEMORANDUM

North Block, New Delhi
Dated August 31, 2015

Subject: Representation from Government servant on service matters – reiteration of instructions – regarding.

The undersigned is directed to refer to O.M. of even number dated 6th June, 2013 wherein instructions have been issued on submission of representation by Government servants about their service matters. In spite of these instructions, it has been observed that Government servants including officers/ officials of para military forces and Army personnel continue to represent directly to the Prime Minister, Minister, Secretary (P) and

other higher authorities, directly.

2. As per the existing instructions, wherever, in any matter connected with his service rights or conditions, a Government servant wishes to press a claim or to seek redressal of a grievance, the proper course for him is to address his immediate official superior, or Head of his office, or such other authority at the appropriate level who is competent to deal with the matter in the organisation.

3. Such submission of representations directly to other authorities by- passing the prescribed channel of communication, has to be viewed seriously and appropriate disciplinary action should be taken against those who violate these instructions. This can rightly be treated as an unbecoming conduct attracting the provisions of Rule 3 (1) (iii) of the Central Chill Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964. It is clarified that this would include all forms of communication including through e-mails or public grievances portal etc.

4. Attention in this connection is also invited to the provision of Rule 20 of CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964 prohibiting Government servants from bringing outside influence in respect of matter pertaining to his service matter. Representation by relatives of Government servant is also treated as outside influence as clarified vide MHA OM No. F. 25/21/63-Estt.(A) dated 19.09.1963

5. It is reiterated that these instructions may be brought to the notice of all Govt servants including officers/ officials of para military forces and member of armed forces and action taken against those who violate these instructions.

(Mukesh Chaturvedi)
Director (E)

Happy Raksha Bandhan ‘रक्षा बंधन के शुभावसर पर हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं।

29^th August 2015 (Saturday)

Raksha Bandhan

sister tying Rakhi to her brother

Rakhi, which is also known as Raksha Bandhan, is a Hindu festival which is celebrated across India. Raksha Bandhan is recognized and celebrated among Hindus for its symbolic significance. Raksha Bandhan draws it significance from a sacred thread which is known as Rakhi. It is believed that the thread protects the one who wears it, especially during the auspicious time of Shravana Purnima.

Rakhi Origin and Significance

The concept of tying the sacred thread on the auspicious day of Shravana Purnima is not new. Shravana Purnima is also considered significant to change the sacred thread among Brahmin community. The ritual of wearing sacred thread or changing of sacred thread on the day of Shravana Purnima is known as Upakarma. Upakarma, which is a Vedic ritual, is still practiced by Hindus of Brahmin caste.

The origin of Rakhi can be attributed to the most ancient legend of Goddess Indrani which narrates the power of sacred thread, when tied to Lord Indra, resulted in his victory over demons.

Rakhi Date and Time

Rakhi is celebrated during Shravana Purnima i.e. the full moon day during Shravana month in Hindu lunar calendar. Shravana is the fifth lunar month in Hindu calendar and considered highly significant for Lord Shiva and Gauri Puja.

The Rakhi ceremony is observed during auspicious time when Bhadra is over and the auspicious time of tying Rakhi is known as Rakhi Muhurat.

Rakhi Legends

One can find important episodes of Rakhi in Hindu epics and legends. The origin of Rakhi can be attributed to the most ancient legend of Goddess Indrani which narrates the power of sacred thread, when tied to Lord Indra, resulted in his victory over demons.

According to legend, Lord Indra was challenged by demons and was unable to match the strength of demons. When Lord Indra was leaving for the battle, Indra's wife and Brihaspati tied a sacred pouch, known as Raksha Potali, to the Lord Indra. The power of sacred thread tied during the auspicious day of Shravana Purnima resulted in the victory of gods over demons. This episode strengthened the belief in the power of Rakhi.

Another legend which is related to Rakhi mentions that Lord Yama, the God of death, blessed his sister and promised that all sisters typing Rakhi on the auspicious day of Shravana Purnima would have his blessings.

In great Hindu epic Mahabharata, Lord Krishna suggested Yudhishthira to tie Rakhi for the protection and victory during the war. In the same epic, Draupadi tied a strip of cloth to the bleeding hand of Lord Krishna and was bestowed with divine protection of Lord Krishna.

Rakhi in Modern Context

In modern context, Raksha Bandhan is seen as the ritual which bonds siblings especially sisters and brothers. When the sister ties Rakhi on the wrist of his brother, it shows the love of a sister for her brother in a unique indelible bond of affection for a lifetime. As a gesture of gratitude for the love and affection, brother promises to help and protect the sister from all sorts of troubles.

Hence, Rakhi is representative of the instinctive ties of sister-brother relationship. The occasion of Rakhi reinforces the sublimity of this relationship in a very endearing manner, much like the eternal nature of this bond itself. In fact, the strong conviction about the power of Rakhi to bestow longer life for the brother and protection for the sister is boosted with every advancing year.

Modern Indian history is also replete with stories of Hindu queens sending Rakhi(s) to Mughal emperors in their hour of need while the latter honoring the bond of Rakhi in both words and deed. Hence, the popularity of this old-age tradition of tying Rakhi is an acknowledgement of the bond of pure love and affection among siblings.

Rakhi Ritual

A typical ceremony to observe the day of Rakhi involves certain rituals like Aarti for the brother imbued with prayers of his long life, putting red Tika on the forehead before tying the Rakhi on the wrist of the brother. After thread ceremony, the brother is treated with sweets and traditional home delicacies, usually prepared by the sister. The brother shows his affection and appreciation by giving a nice gift, especially bought for the occasion, to the sister.

Rakhi Regional Variance

In Maharashtra, Rakhi Purnima is known as Narali Purnima. In Tamil Nadu Rakhi Purnima is observed as Avani Avittam, a significant day for Brahmin community to wear and change the sacred thread. In Andhra Pradesh, the same ritual of changing thread is known as Jandhyala Purnima. In other parts of India, changing of sacred thread during Shravana Purnima is known as Upakarma day.

The day of Rakhi also coincides with the birth anniversary of Lord Hayagriva and known as Hayagriva Jayanti.

Rakhi Similar Festival

Some ruling books in PDF format

1. CCS (CCA) Rules 

2. CCS (CCA) Rules 

3. CCS (Leave) Rules

4. Pension Rules 

5. New Pension Scheme 

6. GPF Rules 

7. Medical Attendance Rules 

1)Cabinet Agrees to Give 4 Months Extension to 7th Pay Commission 2)Extension of the term of the 7th Central Pay Commission 3)Special Counters to file I-T Returns; for the next 5 days at Income Tax Office

Cabinet Agrees to Give 4 Months Extension to 7th Pay Commission Cabinet Agrees to Give 4 Months Extension to 7th Pay Commission “The cabinet has consented to give four more months for the 7th Pay Commission to submit its report.” Following the request from the 7th Central Pay Commission, the cabinet has given an additional four months’ grace time, according to a government release. The 7th Pay Commission was constituted on 28.02.2014 by the centre. The 18 months’ time given to the Commission ends today. The Commission has stated that there is excess of pending workload to prepare final report and that they want to intensive consultation with stakeholders. Hence, the cabinet gave a nod to extend the time until December for the Commission to carry out its work. As a result of this new development, the Commission will submit its report in January 2016. Click to continue reading...

Extension of the term of the 7th Central Pay Commission Extension of the term of the 7th Central Pay Commission The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today gave its approval for the extension of the term of the 7th Central Pay Commission by four months up to 31.12.2015. The 7th Central Pay Commission was constituted by the Central Government on 28.2.2014. According to the Resolution dated 28.2.2014, by which the Commission was constituted, it is to make its recommendations within 18 months of the date of its constitution that is by 27th August, 2015. Click here to read continue...

Special Counters to file I-T Returns; for the next 5 days at Income Tax Office Special Counters to file I-T Returns; for the next 5 days at Income Tax Office “Special counters have been opened at Chennai’s Income Tax Office in order to handle the last minute rush. These counters will function for the next five days starting August 27”. Special counters to file Income Tax returns already opened in New Delhi being open including Saturdays and Sundays. Now, special counters have been opened at the Income tax office in Chennai Nungambakkam to enable the general public to file their tax returns. These counters will start functioning from Thursday (August 27), until August 31. Taxpayers within the limits of Chennai can file the tax returns between 9.30 AM to 5.30 PM on all days, including Saturdays and Sundays. Those with taxable incomes of less than Rs.5 lakhs per annum and pensioners can file their returns. Online method of paying taxes : Those within the limits of Tambaram can file their tax returns at the Tambaram Income Tax Office. Details and information regarding the office at which the returns have to be filed are available on www.incometax.gov.in. Taxpayers must provide details including PAN Card number, bank account number, IFSC Code and their mobile phone numbers. Those with income over Rs.5 lakhs and those seeing refunds shall necessarily file the returns online for the Financial Years 2014-15 and 2015-16. Click to continue reading...

Maintenance of pay policies of CRPF & BSF Personnel

Cabinet clears four-month extension to 7th Central Pay Commission

The Union Cabinet today cleared a four-month extension to the term of the 7th Central Pay Commission today.

Set up by the UPA government in February 2014, the 7th Central Pay Commission was to make its recommendations within 18 months. Its term would have expired on August 27.

“In view of its volume of work and intensive stake-holders’ consultations, the 7th Central Pay Commission had made a request to the Government for a four month extension up to December 31, 2015,” a government statement said.

Constituted almost every 10 years, the Pay Commission’s main task is to revise the pay scale of its employees. The recommendations of the 7th Pay Commission—slated to come into effect from January 1, 2016, would impact around 48 lakh central government employees and 55 lakh pensioners.

The Commission has already completed discussions with various stakeholders, including organisations, federations, groups representing civil employees as well as Defence services and is in the process of finalising its recommendations.

Source : The Indian Express

Children of Government servants should study only in Government schools – Allahabad High Court

The Allahabad High Court has issued strict orders that the children of government employees should study only at government schools.

 A Public Interest Litigation was filed at the Allahabad High Court stating that in Uttar Pradesh, led by its Samajwadi party Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav, the government-run schools do not have sufficient teachers. The officials were not taking any steps to improve the standard of education in these schools and infrastructure was poor.

 

After hearing the arguments, Justice Sudhir Agarwal issued an order, excerpts of which are provided below:

 

All the government employees shall enroll their children only at government-run schools. The rule is applicable also to the representatives of the people, and the employees of the justice department. The state government can impose penalties to stop them from admitting their children to private schools.

 

The employees can be made to pay as penalty the sum that they had paid as fees to the private schools. The revenue thus generated can be added to the state exchequer. The Chief Secretary of the state was given six months to submit a report on this reform.

 

Source: http://www.cgstaffportal.in/

7th CPC will submit its report by September end :Justice A K Mathur

Hon'ble Mr. Justice A.K.
Mathur, Former Judge

Seventh Central pay panel to submit report next month
PTI New Delhi, Aug 25:

Seventh Pay Commission set up by the government to revise pay scales of central government employees will submit its report by September end, said its Chairman Justice A K Mathur here today.

The Commission, which was set up by the UPA government in February 2014 to revise remuneration of about 48 lakh central government employees and 55 lakh pensioners, was required to submit its report by August end.

“The Commission will submit its report by the end of September” Justice Mathur told PTI.

The government constitutes pay commission almost every ten years to revise the pay scales of its employees and often these are adopted by states after some modification.

The Commission has already completed discussions with various stakeholders including organisations, federations, and groups representing civil employees as well as Defence Services.

It is now in the process of finalising its recommendations.

The recommendations of the Seventh Pay Commission are scheduled to come into effect from January 1, 2016.

The other members of the Commission are Vivel Rae, Rathin Roy and its secretary Meena Agarwal.

The Sixth Pay Commission was implemented with effect from January 1, 2006, the fifth from January 1, 1996 and the fourth from January 1, 1986.

Read at: The Hindu

27TH MEETING OF STANDING COMMITTEE OF VOLUNTARY AGENCIES (SCOVA) IS SCHEDULE TO BE HELD SHORTLY UNDER THE CHAIRMANSHIP OF HON`BLE MOS (PP)

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RECONSTITUTION OF SCOVA

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Reimbursement of Children Education Allowance - Clarifications - dated 31.07.2015

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Transfer/posting in the Junior Administrative Grade (JAG) of Indian Postal Service, Group 'A' - order dated 13th August 2015

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2ND SEPTEMBER 2015 STRIKE - OUR FUTURE SURVIVAL

Appeal to Divisional Secretaries/Circle Secretaries of FNPO affiliated unions

Importance of 2nd September 2015 Strike

Dear Colleagues,

You are aware that our Federation and its affiliated unions have issued strike notice on 17-8-2015 to participate in the 2nd September 2015 strike called by national trade union centres.
Our Federation is aware how our sister unions targeted our members during verification. We received hundreds of complaints from various corners complaining about the sister unions and their atrocities. The Federation is very well aware about the local issues. But we have to think globally and act locally. This is the time to go on strike at the national level.
If we choose to stay away from strike on the pretext of local animosity, we will be branded as anti-strikers sister unions are expert to propagate against us in this regard. Majority of innocent members always believe false propaganda of sister unions. We should
not give room to them, We mentally satisfied with the demands which are placed by the national trade union centres, especially item No. 5 Minimum wage as Rs. 15000/- for Indian worker.
Unless minimum wage is raised, we cannot demand Rs. 26000/- raise for Central Government employees. Like-wise, disinvestment, FDI and anti-labour laws are very important for indian Workers today. In regard to Part II now 7th CPC is going to submit its report in August/September 2015. But till date inclusion of GDS case in the 7th CPC purview has been rejected by the Government twice. This is unfair, unethical and unjust and we cannot accept the stand of the Government/Department. The Department/Government is always showing step-motherly treatment to the GDS employees.
In Railways, Income Tax Department Central Secretariat and other Central Government establishment, Cadre Restructuring has already been implemented. But in our Department it is still pending including MMS. This is the time to show our anger against the Government/Department. Our Federation therefore requests all our colleagues to go on strike on 2nd September 2015. If the strike becomes successful, it will pave way for settling many issues across the table.
I request all our affiliated unions let us keep asideour differences with the sister unions for the time-being to achieve our main goal from the Government/Department. Unless we achieve the goal, we will not be respected by the members. Do participate in the strike and make the strike thundering success. This is for our future survival. 
D.Theagarajan SG FNPO