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Dr Jitendra Singh to address National Workshop on Effective Redressal of Public Grievances

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DARPG SEVA-Indian Bureaucracy
DARPG SEVA-Indian Bureaucracy

The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) will host a National Workshop on “Effective Redressal of Public Grievances” on 18th November 2024 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. This workshop is a significant step toward advancing the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for responsive and efficient governance. The event aims to enhance the public grievance redressal mechanism by fostering innovation, sharing best practices, and implementing citizen-centric solutions.

Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions (Independent Charge), will deliver the keynote address and unveil key initiatives, including the Grievance Redressal Assessment and Index (GRAI) 2023, a tool to evaluate grievance redressal performance across ministries and departments, and the CPGRAMS Mobile App 2.0, a revamped platform to streamline lodging and tracking grievances.

The workshop will feature five sessions and 22 presentations by senior officials from central and state governments, focusing on innovative solutions such as the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics in the NextGen CPGRAMS for intelligent grievance management. Knowledge partners like BHASHINI and IIT Kanpur will showcase their contributions to enhancing grievance mechanisms, while ministries like Railways, CBDT, RBI, and SEBI, along with state bodies from Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana, will share their effective strategies and best practices.

The event will also feature a plenary session attended by Shri V. Srinivas, Secretary, DARPG, and Smt. Vandana Gurnani, Secretary Coordination. This gathering underscores the government’s commitment to improving grievance redressal systems, leveraging technology, and fostering collaboration to ensure that citizen experiences with public services are efficient and transparent.

V Harshavardhan Raju IPS directed to report at Police HQ, Andhra Pradesh

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V Harshavardhan Raju IPS AP
V Harshavardhan Raju IPS AP

Shri V Harshavardhan Raju IPS (Andhra Pradesh 2013) presently Superintendent of Police –  YSR District, Kadapa is transferred and directed to report at Police Headquarters, Andhra Pradesh for further posting.

IndianBureaucracy.com wishes Shri V Harshavardhan Raju the very best.

 

Prasanna A Acharya IAS appointed as Director-  Dept of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, Goa

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Prasanna A Acharya IAS AGMUT
Prasanna A Acharya IAS AGMUT

Shri Prasanna A Acharya IAS (AGMUT 2016) presently awaiting posting has been appointed as Director-  Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications and Director- Printing & Stationary , Goa.

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Vasana Vidhya Sagar Naidu IPS transferred as SP- YSR Dist, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh

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Vasana Vidhya Sagar Naidu IPS AP
Vasana Vidhya Sagar Naidu IPS AP

Shri Vasana Vidhya Sagar Naidu IPS (Andhra Pradesh 2016) presently Superintendent of Police-  Annamaiah District has been transferred and posted as Superintendent of Police- YSR District, Kadapa.

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Ajeeta Longjam IFS appointed as Associate Professor- Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy (IGNFA), Dehradun

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Ajeeta Longjam IFS MN 2012
Ajeeta Longjam IFS MN 2012

Mrs Ajeeta Longjam IFS (Manipur 2012) appointed as Associate Professor- Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy (IGNFA), Dehradun  under the Central Staffing Scheme of the Ministry of Environment.

Mrs Ajeeta Longjam did her schooling from Little Flower School, Imphal and KV No.2 Langjing, Imphal. Further, she completed her graduation in Zoology (Honours) from Miranda House, Delhi University and her name was listed in the Miranda House Annual Roll of Honour (2007-08). She then obtained her Masters in Zoology from Delhi University after which she qualified for CSIR-UGC NET with JRF, twice.

She is a gold medalist from the Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun and is also the recipient of the ‘Spirit of 1982’ for exhibiting Best Communication Skills from the Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy, Dehradun  Forest and Climate Change w.e.f. 10.10.2024 for a period up to 10.08.2027 .

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Showcase of Emerging Talent at 55th International Film Festival of India

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55th IFFI Goa
55th IFFI Goa

The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), set to take place in Panaji, Goa, from November 20th to 28th, 2024, will include a Best Debut Feature Film of a Director competition. This section of the festival celebrates emerging global and Indian filmmakers, providing a platform for innovative storytelling. The winner of the award will receive the prestigious Silver Peacock, a ₹10 lakh cash prize, and a commendation.

Jury Panel:

The award selection will be guided by an esteemed panel of experts:

  • Ashutosh Gowariker (India, Chairperson) – Acclaimed filmmaker.
  • Anthony Chen (Singapore) – Director and screenwriter.
  • Elizabeth Karlsen (US/UK) – Film producer.
  • Fran Borgia (Spain) – Producer.
  • Jill Bilcock (Australia) – Renowned editor.

Competing Films:

International Entries:

  1. Betânia (Brazil, Marcelo Botta)
    • Explores Brazil’s ecological heritage and themes of community and queerness.
    • Inspired by Maria do Celso’s activism for her village’s electrification.
  2. Bound in Heaven (China, Huo Xin)
    • A genre-blending romance-crime drama about kinship and mortality.
  3. Bring Them Down (Ireland/UK, Christopher Andrews)
    • A rural thriller-drama exploring Irish cultural and familial dynamics.
    • Features Barry Keoghan and Christopher Abbott.
  4. Familiar Touch (USA, Sarah Friedland)
    • A poignant narrative of an elderly woman navigating life changes in assisted living.
  5. To A Land Unknown (Lebanon, Mahdi Fleifel)
    • A gripping story of two cousins, refugees seeking a better future.

Indian Entries:

  1. Gypsy (Marathi, Shashi Chandrakant Khandare)
    • Examines displacement and hunger through the lens of a nomadic family.
  2. 35 Chinna Katha Kaadu (Telugu, Emani V S Nanda Kishore)
    • Centers on a homemaker’s journey of self-education to support her child.

Event Significance:

This selection highlights diverse themes, including ecological challenges, migration, familial bonds, and the resilience of the human spirit, showcasing the creative depth of first-time filmmakers. By supporting emerging voices, IFFI continues to play a crucial role in promoting global and Indian cinema.

For more details, you can visit the official IFFI website.

Karthikeyan K IFS given additional charge as Regional Deputy Director – WCCB, Chennai

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Karthikeyan K IFS KL
Karthikeyan K IFS KL

Shri Karthikeyan K IFS (Kerala 2008) presently working as AIGF, Regional Office, MoEFCC, Chennai has been given additional charge as Regional Deputy Director , WCCB, Chennai with immediate effect .

IndianBureaucracy.com wishes Shri Karthikeyan K the very best.

Yashaswini B IAS transferred as Director- Vigilance, Goa

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Yashaswini B IAS 2020
Yashaswini B IAS 2020

Ms Yashaswini B IAS (AGMUT 2020) presently Director- Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications with additional charge as Director- Fisheries    has been transferred and posted as Director- Vigilance with additional charge as Director- Fisheries, Goa.

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CBDT launches Compliance-Cum-Awareness Campaign for AY 2024-25

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CBDT
CBDT

CBDT | Compliance-Cum-Awareness Campaign for AY 2024-25 to assist taxpayers in accurately completing Schedule Foreign Assets and reporting income from foreign sources in ITR – The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has launched a Compliance-Cum-Awareness Campaign for Assessment Year (AY) 2024-25, focusing on helping taxpayers complete the Schedule Foreign Assets (Schedule FA) and Schedule Foreign Source Income (Schedule FSI) in their Income Tax Returns (ITRs). This step is part of the mandatory compliance requirements under the Black Money (Undisclosed Foreign Income and Assets) and Imposition of Tax Act, 2015, which necessitates full disclosure of foreign income and assets. As part of this initiative, taxpayers who have already submitted their ITR for AY 2024-25 will receive SMS and email alerts. These communications are aimed at individuals identified through information exchanges under bilateral and multilateral agreements, suggesting they may have foreign accounts or income but have not fully completed the relevant sections in their returns.

The campaign leverages Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) to identify taxpayers with high-value foreign assets and reminds them to report foreign income or holdings accurately. This aligns with the government’s goal of creating a more transparent, accountable tax system. The CBDT also highlights its efforts to simplify compliance by reducing direct human interaction and using technology to facilitate the process. Taxpayers are encouraged to visit the official Income Tax Department website for detailed guidance on how to properly complete the Schedule Foreign Assets section. This initiative is in line with India’s vision of fostering economic growth through improved tax compliance, transparency, and a robust financial ecosystem.

D Ronald Rose IAS appointed as Secretary – B&IF, Finance Dept, Andhra Pradesh

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D Ronald Rose IAS TG
D Ronald Rose IAS TG

Shri D Ronald Rose IAS (2006) presently waiting for posting is now appointed as Secretary – (B&IF), Finance Department, Andhra Pradesh.

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K Kanna Babu IAS given additional charge as Secretary – Municipal Administration & Urban Development Dept, Andhra Pradesh

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K Kanna Babu IAS AP
K Kanna Babu IAS AP

Shri K Kanna Babu IAS (2006) presently Secretary – Social Welfare Department given  additional charge of the post of Secretary – Municipal Administration & Urban Development Department, Andhra Pradesh relieving Shri G Anantha Ramu IAS.

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B Anil Kumar Reddy IAS appointed as MD- AP Swachh Andhra Corporation

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B Anil Kumar Reddy IAS AP
B Anil Kumar Reddy IAS AP

Shri B Anil Kumar Reddy IAS (Andhra Pradesh 2017) presently waiting for posting is appointed as MD- A P Swachh Andhra Corporation vice Sri Gandam Chandrudu IAS .

IndianBureaucracy.com wishes Shri B Anil Kumar Reddy the very best.