Shri Vipul Goel IRSSE (1993) presently Joint Secretary- Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises given additional charge as CEO- Khadi & Village Industries Commission (KVIC) (JS level) for the period from 13.07.2024 to 18.08.2024.
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Smt Rashmi Shukla IPS (Maharashtra 1988) was reappointed as the Director General of Police (DGP) of Maharashtra on Monday. Earlier, she had been transferred by the Election Commission (EC) ahead of the Maharashtra elections on November 4.
This decision follows the EC’s earlier directive ordering Rashmi Shukla’s immediate transfer from her position as Maharashtra DGP. The commission instructed the Chief Secretary to assign her duties to the next senior-most IPS officer in the cadre temporarily. Additionally, the Chief Secretary was asked to submit a panel of three eligible IPS officers for the appointment of a new DGP by 5th November.
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Shri Benjamin Karunakaran IA&AS (2012) presently Deputy Secretary- Ministry of Power (CSS post) has been appointed as Internal Financial Adviser- Nuclear Recycle Board in Fast Reactor Fuel Cycle Facility (FRFCF), Kalpakkam under the Department of Atomic Energy (a CSS post), on lateral shift basis, for the period up to 01.11.2027 .
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Shri Binod Kumar, presently Executive Director of Punjab National Bank, to be the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of Indian Bank, a Public Sector Bank. He will replace Shri S L Jain next month.
The Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) recommended Shri Binod Kumar for the top position following an interface conducted on November 24, 2024, with 15 candidates for upcoming MD & CEO roles in Public Sector Banks. The recommendation was made considering his performance during the interface, professional experience, and alignment with the selection criteria.
Shri Kumar, an accomplished banker, is a graduate in Science from Ranchi University and holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Banking & Finance from NIBM. He is also a Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certified by GARP (USA) and a Certified Associate Member of the Indian Institute of Bankers (CAIIB).
Shri Kumar began his banking career with Punjab National Bank (PNB) as a Management Trainee in 1994 and has since accumulated over 28 years of extensive experience across various domains, including branch operations, administrative roles, risk management, and corporate credit. During his tenure, he served as Chief Executive Officer of the Bank’s DIFC branch and most recently headed the Corporate Credit Division at PNB’s Head Office as Chief General Manager.
He also holds diplomas in Treasury Investment & Risk Management and Banking & Finance from IIBF, alongside completing a Leadership Skill Development Program at IIM Bangalore. Additionally, Shri Kumar has represented PNB as Nominee Director on the boards of PNB Housing Finance Limited and India SME Asset Reconstruction Company Limited (ISARC).
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Shri Rajesh Sharma IDAS (1992) presently Joint Secretary & Addl. FA- Ministry of Defence given extension of central deputation tenure beyond 07.11.2024 till 31.03.2025 .
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Ms Smita Rout IAS (NSCS-2014), presently Additional Secretary, Finance Department, is transferred and appointed as State Project Director – Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan. The post of State Project Director, Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan is declared equivalent in status and responsibility to the post of Joint Secretary provided in the IAS Cadre of the State.
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Ms Monica Priyadarshini IAS (AGMUT 2014), presently on inter-cadre deputation to Government of Odisha, appointed as Mission Director – Odisha Livelihoods Mission.
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Ms. R Menaka IAS (AGMUT 2011) presently Deputy Secretary – D/o Commerce given lateral shift as Deputy Secretary – Cabinet Secretariat with effect from the date of assuming the charge of the post for a tenure upto 27.06.2028 (i.e. balance period of her 4 year tenure under Central Staffing Scheme).
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Shri Sudhansu Mohan Samal IAS (Odisha 2010), presently Additional Secretary in the Water Resources Department, is transferred and appointed as Managing Director (MD) – Odisha Mining Corporation Limited. The role of MD has been designated equivalent in status and responsibility to that of an Additional Secretary in the State IAS Cadre. Consequently, additional charge as Managing Director, Odisha Mining Corporation Limited to Shri Balwant Singh IAS (Odisha 2007) stands cancelled.
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REC proudly earned the prestigious award in the “Best Corporate Film” category among Central Public Sector Enterprises at the 8th National Media Conclave (NMC) 2024.
Shri Tekkam Sridhar, Senior General Manager and CPM (Bhubaneswar Regional Office), graciously accepted the award on REC’s behalf. This recognition celebrates REC’s dedication to excellence in corporate communication, showcasing its creative and impactful storytelling that brilliantly highlights its initiatives, achievements, and significant contributions to the nation’s progress.
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Shri Siddhartha Das IAS (Odisha 2012), presently Director, Sports with additional charge of Additional Secretary, Finance Department has been appointed as Registrar – Cooperative Societies, Odisha.
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Ms. Annies Kanmani Joy IAS (Karnataka 2012) presently Deputy Secretary – D/o Economic Affairs given lateral shift as Deputy Secretary – D/o Personnel & Training with effect from the date of assuming the charge of the post for the balance period of 4 years central deputation tenure .
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