MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF DEPARTMENTAL COUNCIL (JCM)

A meeting of the Departmental Council (JCM) under the Chairpersonship of Secretary(Posts) was held on 10.02.2012. The following were present:

Official Side

1. Ms. Manjula Prasher, Secretary(P)

& Chairperson, Departmental Council(JCM)

2. Ms. Yesodhara Menon, Member(P)

3. Ms. Suneeta Trivedi, Member(Plg.)

4. Shri Santosh Gauriar, Member(O)

5. Kalpana Tiwari, CGM MB&O

6. Shri S.K. Sinha, CGM PLI

7. Shri Tilak De, DDG(MM&Estates)

8. Shri V.P. Singh, DDG(Estt.)

9. Shri Salim Haque, DDG(P)

10. Ms. Aindri Anurag, DDG(PO&CP)

11. Shri A.S. Prasad, DDG(FS)

12. Shri V.K. Tiwary, DDG(R&P)

13. Shri Subhash Chander, Director(SR&Legal)

Staff Side

1. Shri K.V. Sridharan,Leader

2. Shri Giriraj Singh,

3. Shri M. Krishnan,

4. Shri D. Theagarajan

5. Shri D. Kishan Rao

6. Shri Ishwar Singh Dabas

7. Shri T. N. Rahate

8. Shri P. Suresh

9. Shri Pranab Bhattacharjee

10. Shri A.H. Siddiqui

11. Shri K. Ragavendra

12. Shri S. Karunanidhi

13. Shri Surinder Pal

     The meeting started with introductory remarks of the Chairperson wherein she apprised of the staff side about the proposal of recognition of federations heaving been taken up for consideration and approval of the competent authority. This was followed by the staff side thanking the Chairperson for convening the meeting as per the schedule. Thereafter agenda items were taken up for discussion. The gist of discussions held during the meeting is as follows:-

Annexure – I

1. Long distance schedules of MMS

The staff side was apprised of the instructions having been issued to Heads of Circles on 15.06.2010 to increase the utilization of vehicles by extending the existing schedules up to 300 kms. The position about clearance of Ministry of Finance regarding purchase of new vehicles as also replacement of old vehicles happening much faster was also explained to the staff side.

The contention of the staff side was that the aforesaid instructions are not being observed and it was agreed to reiterate the said instructions.

2. Diversion of MMS vehicles

The staff side averred that the vehicles allotted to MMS for operational purposes were diverted to Circle/Regional offices, which is adversely affecting the efficiency of mail delivery. They desired issue of strict instructions in the matter so that vehicles are used for the purpose for which they are procured.

The instructions issued in this regard by the Department from time to time were brought to the notice of the staff side with an understanding to reiterate the instructions once again.

3. Holding of examination for filling up the posts of AMM in MMS

The staff side pointed out delay in finalization of Rules of Recruitment for the post of Assistant Manager in MMS, with a request to finalise it on priority. The Chairperson advised the official side to complete the pending action in regard to finalization of Recruitment Rules within 2 months.

4. Holding of DPC for filling up the posts of Deputy Manager MMS

It was agreed to complete the process within 2 months.

5. Appointment to the grade of Supdt. Stg. In RMS

The contention of the staff side was that the 4 posts of Supdt. Sorting in RMS which were meant for general line officials are either manned by ASPs or by PSS/PMS Group B officials. Further, the Circles in which these posts exist are also not known. During discussions, a reference was also made to 4 posts of AD (Recruitment) out of which 3 are lying vacant. Besides requesting for filling up of the above posts, the staff side mentioned about their merger with main stream of Group B posts and increasing quota of General line officials from the existing 6% to a higher percentage.

The Chairperson advised the Personnel Division to find out the availability of posts and to fill all the posts meant for general line officials from that category only within three months.

6. Acute shortage of ‘C’ Bags

The staff side was explained that for the year 2011-2012, much of the supply has already started and there are only 2 companies which are yet to start it. Further, action has already been initiated to ensure timely supply of bags for 2012-2013 & 2013-2014. The staff side was also apprised about the constitution of a Committee which will consider decentralization of procurement of stores of other than prescribed sizes, and the Committee will submit its report within one month.

7. Change of nomenclature of cleaners in MMS

Redesignation of Cleaner as Helpers may go against their interest and, therefore, it was agreed to drop the item.

8. Change of Recruitment Rules ensuring parity in recruitment to the posts of Postmen and Mailguards in the Department of Posts

The Recruitment Rules for the posts of Postmen and Mailguards have been revised and notified in the Gazette of India after due deliberations. In the background of the above, the item is treated as closed.

9. Recruitment in the cadre of erstwhile Group D upgraded as Multi Skilled Employees in the Department of Posts

In the background of Revised Rules of MTS it was agreed to close the item.

10. Providing additional hand to single handed offices due to decentralization of RD Work etc.

The staff side drew attention to the agreement reached in an earlier meeting of the Departmental Council (JCM) in 2006 in the wake of which a Sub Committee was constituted, which submitted its report in favour of the proposal. In turn, it was explained to them that norms for the work of decentralized schemes like RD/MIS have already been finalized and further, redeployment was within the power of the CPMSG.

11. Implementation of recommendations of the 5th CPC with regard to payment of cash handling allowance to treasurers and Asst. Treasurers in Post Offices.

The Staff Side was informed that the proposal was taken up with the Ministry of Finance in 2010 but it was not agreed to. However, it was decided to once again take up the matter with the Ministry of Finance.

12. Payment of OSA and other benefits to MMS staff on par with RMS Staff.

The proposal of the Staff Side was agreed to. Order in this regard will be issued shortly.

13. Allot 19% Group B vacancies for General line and permit all Group C officials in Postal, RMS, Admn. And Postal A/Cs with minimum 20 years of service to appear in the exam by dispensing with present reservation of posts to RMS & Admn. Staff.

It was agreed to constitute a Committee which will look into the matter (other than Postal Accounts) and submit its report within 2 months.

14. ACP Scheme to wiremen and electrical staff.

In the background of instructions issued by the Department vide No. 2-13/2009/PCC dated 12.08.2012, it was agreed to close the item.

15. Streamlining the work of Cash Certificates and causing uniform work procedure.

The staff side was informed about the norms having been issued on 26.04.2010, a copy of which was supplied.

16. Anomaly in the preparation of PA gradation list. Date of confirmation should not be taken now and d ate of appointment be taken for construing seniority. Fixing seniority based on the date of confirmation in unconstitutional and discriminatory and dropping of confirmation examination.

It was agreed to refer the matter to the Committee constituted to consider item No.13.

17. Ensure speedy verification of caste.

It was agreed to reiterate the instructions of DOPT to the Maharashtra Circle.

18. Merger of Despatch Riders with the Drivers.

In the background of different rules of recruitment for the post of Despatch Riders and Drivers, the proposal could not be agreed to.

19. Allowing lift operators to sit for the LGO examination.

It was explained that it was a different category altogether and thus it would not be possible to allow the Lift Operators to sit for LGO examination.

Annexure -2

1.Non absorption of Lift Operators

Referring to the case of 5 Lift operators working at Howrah Post Office building, the Staff Side was informed that it appeared to be a case of absorption of Casual Labourers and not Lift operators and therefore it was agreed to drop the item.

2. Relaxation of educational qualification in respect of widow applicant for compassionate appointment.

The staff side was apprised of the position that prior to implementation of the recommendations of 6th CPC, in case of widows the provision to relax the educational qualification existed subject to the condition that it would not adversely affect the work. The above clause has been found missing in the 6th CPC recommendation and, therefore, its continuance thereafter will be ascertained from the Department of Personnel & Training.

3. Request for correct identification of Speed Post Hubs.

The staff side was informed that selection of Speed Post Hubs was done as part of Mail Network Optimisation Project after a comprehensive study of the network and taking into account mail volume Air/Rail/Road connectivity into account. In regard to Asansol, the Chairperson explained her discussions with the CPMG West Bengal in which he was asked to increase the mail business during the next 3 months and the position will be reviewed thereafter. The point of Guntakal having better connectivity then Kurnool this justifying its identity as hub was also mentioned by the staff side. M B division will have this examined.

4. Request to issue instructions to the Heads of Circles to follow the Directorate order in respect of Speed Post Norms.

The instructions have already been issued and therefore it was agreed to drop the item. A copy of the instructions will, however, be made available to the staff side.

5. Request to extend the Station Tenure to Senior Manager Cadre in MMS.

The proposal of the Staff Side that rotational transfers should be done on time, was agreed to by the Chairperson.

6. Incentive structure for handling UIDAI (Aadhar) cards to the PO staff.

The contention of the staff side was that Aadhar Cards were being handed over to the Postmen for delivery along with other dak which form part of their normal duties without considering their limitations in this regard. Mention was also made about higher rate of incentive being paid in Andhra Pradesh Circle with a request to follow it in other Circles.

It was clarified to the staff side that there is a provision to ensure delivery of Aadhar Cards within 15 days from the date of booking and it was quite a relaxed condition, in comparison to other Speed Post articles. In the matter of payment of incentive, the Chairperson agreed to reiterate the instructions in relation to Speed Post articles (including Aadhar) of the Department to all Heads of Circles. Higher incentive cannot be approved.

7. Reassessment of the Role of the Office Supdts. Working in Circle Administrative offices including the office of the DPLI and upgradation of them as the holder of Gazetted Group-B posts.

It was not agreed to. The item may be closed.

8. Promotion of senior most HSG-I in each regional office as office Supdt.

It was not agreed to. The item may be closed.

9. Release the Pension/DCRG of employees against whom minor penalty proceedings concluded after retirement.

In the light of instructions having been issued by the Department and reiterated vide letter dated 10.02.2012, it was agreed to close the item.

10. Pay protection to employees who seek transfer to a lower post under FR 15(a)/transfer under Rule 38.

It was agreed to have a relook into the matter.

11. Construction of Departmental Buildings for Postal Accounts Offices at Hyderabad, Trivandrum and Patna.

The Staff side was informed that all the 3 projects will be considered for construction during the 12th Plan period, subject to availability of funds.

12. To fill up the time scale Driver Post at MMS.

It was agreed to have a relook into the matter of filling up of all residual vacancies of Drivers in the MMS.

13. Revival of Bandel and Barasat RMS in West Bengal Circle.

The staff side contented that the closure of these offices was against the agreement reached with them and requested for their revival. The staff side was explained that in view of the networking exercise, L1 and L2 has to be followed and therefore this item become irrelevant. It was further clarified that in the wake of networking exercise, number of mail offices with less than 10,000 mails are being allowed to continue. In the light of the above discussions, the item is treated as closed.

14. Problem arisen subsequent on centralization of Tax related work at HO in S.B.Branch.

The staff side was apprised that TDS is a mandatory income tax requirement and is part of the statutory requirement when commission is paid to agents. There is every possibility that the issues raised by them will be sorted out by the new software. It was further stated that in case the issue does not get resolved with the new Financial Services software, this would be examined separately.

15. Posting of in charge of BPC – regarding.

It was agreed to look into the matter.

16. Request for procurement and supply of scanner to HOs and SOs in Maharashtra Circle effecting MSEDEL bills on e-payment.

The staff side was informed that the matter had been discussed with the CPMG Maharashtra Circle and the possibilities were being explored to split the existing Barcode of Maharashtra State Electricity Board so that it comes within 12 digit Bar code reader. It was also explained that the Department would not be in a position to procure scanner so as to suit the requirement of different organizations, utilizing the services of the Post Office. In the background of the above, the item was closed.

17. Delivery/Remarks on Speed Post articles pertaining to Pass Port - Clarifications sought for.

After discussions, it was agreed to reiterate the instructions of the Department to all concerned.

18. Irregularities in the accounting procedure in Post Offices – case of Delhi Circle.

It was agreed to look into the matter.

19. Postal Assistant Direct recruitment – compulsory education in regional language – regarding.

The staff side was informed that in the new recruitment rules for PA/SA, the condition has been changed as regional language/Hindi. After detailed discussions, it was agreed to close the item.

20. Reduction of tenure in the Naxalite threat areas in Baster division, Chattisgarh circle.

The staff side was informed that the issue falls within the purview of the Circle Office.

21. Holding of JAO part II Examination – regarding.

It was informed to the staff side that the matter was earlier taken up with the Ministry of Law & Justice and is now under consideration in consultation with the Department of Personnel & Training. It was also stated that in case of eligible candidates, the examination may be conducted without much delay.

22. Arbitrary & irregular Audit objection and recovery of licence fee from the officials provided with rent free recommendation.

In the wake of instructions issued by the CPMG West Bengal, it was agreed to drop the item.

23. Removal of age limit for appearing in IPO exam.

After detailed discussions it was agreed to drop the item.

24. Evolution of norms for all duties performed my Multi tasking staff (erstwhile Group-D).

The staff side was informed that norms for all the duties performed by MTS are being evolved.

25. Creation of justified additional posts while implementing new system for delivery work and allowing postmen to write correct remarks for non delivery.

The issue is under examination by the Postmen Committee, under the Chairpersonship of CGM PLI.

26. Grant of uniform and kit maintenance allowances.

The fact of the matter having been taken up with the Department of Personnel & Training vide letter dated 02.02.2012 was brought to the notice of the staff side.

27. Providing Security to cash overseers.

The staff side was informed that the present cash limits are not so high to provide for the security and further the Circle Heads would be instructed to ensure adherence to the line limits by all concerned. It was also agreed to examine the feasibility of raising line limits and to provide security guards in the Post Offices located in highly sensitive areas. The issue of utilizing services of the bank branches located in the area will also be examined.

28. Incentive to Mail overseers for procuring PRLI Business.

It was agreed to issue a clarification to the effect that Mail Overseers are also eligible for incentives on par with other departmental officials and depending upon the suitability, they can be engaged for this work.

29. Weight and size limit of express post parcels delivery of by Postmen.

It was agreed to reiterate the existing instructions on the subject to all Heads of Circles.

30. To keep status quo in the post of Departmental Stamp Vendor.

The staff side was informed that the issue is covered by the standing instructions on utilization of surplus manpower and redeployment of posts and therefore, the plea to maintain status quo cannot be approved.

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Courtesy:http://nfpe.blogspot.in/

WHETHER YOUR POSTOFFICE BROADBAND MODEM IS SECURED?

1. Intelligence agencies  have found that terrorists were using unsecured wi-fi Modem connections for sending their emails

 2. And your Postoffice wireless connection modem may be  used by the outsiders also beyond your Post office premises. How will you prevent those...????

Solution is here....

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Now, Post Offices outside city retail Solar Lamps

CHENNAI: Looking for an eco-friendly solar lamp to tide over the power cuts? You might be able to pick up one at your neighbourhood post office. The Chennai circle of India Post is selling solar lamps through 19 post offices across Tamil Nadu to give a fillip to its retail post initiative. 

"The demand has been on the rise so we will make the lamps available in other post offices too," says M S Ramanujan, postmaster general. The department started selling solar lamps in Chengalpet from September 2011. In February, post offices in Vellore and Kanchipuram started selling the lamps to cover areas such as Madurantakam, Tiruporur, Uttiramerur, Sriperumbudur, Tiruvallur, Tiruttani, and Sathuvacheri. 

"In the last month nearly 1,000 lamps were sold by the new centres," says an official. The demand is probably driven by the daily power cuts across the state. 

The department sells three kinds of lamps with LED lights and integrated solar panels that can be charged in the sun. The prices range from Rs 399 to Rs 1,699, and come with high and low settings or a facility to charge mobile phones, depending on the model. "Once the lamps are fully charged they can be used for four to eight hours," says Ramanujan. 

The department decided to sell solar lamps after successfully retailing gold coins and university application forms, and opening counters to accept utility bills. "We were forced to look at various options after the internet and other forms of communication eroded our traditional mail base," he says. 

After a solar lamp manufacturer approached the department, it decided to start selling the lamps in rural areas. "Our biggest advantage is our network, especially in rural areas. The demand has gone up with power cuts and the beginning of the exam season," says Ramanujan. 

To cater to the demand, the department has placed orders with a few more companies. However, supply is not sufficient to meet the rising demand. "Every household needs at least two lamps and that is tough to meet," he says.

Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com dtd 02/03/2012

A project in news since 1993; BANKING ON INDIA POST,

A project in news since 1993; BANKING ON INDIA POST,
Thanks to The Hindu

If India Post were to encourage the private sector to ride piggyback on its network to promote its products, its deficit might prove to be less of a burden.

          

          The Communications Minister, Mr Kapil Sibal, wants the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to grant a banking license to India Post. The proposal makes eminent sense, especially at a time when financial inclusion has become a pervasive buzzword. With 1.55 lakh post offices in the country, of which 1.39 lakh are in rural areas, India Post's reach is bigger than the 75,000 branches (just 22,000 rural) of all scheduled commercial banks put together. Moreover, it is already in the business of banking in a sense: The various savings schemes operated by post office across India have outstanding balances of some Rs 600,000 crore. There is no reason for not extending this function to the next stage — channelizing depositors' money for lending out to others and providing cheque facilities. The best example of why it is not an outlandish idea is provided by Japan's post office, which, as the largest holder of personal savings in the world, offers banking and life insurance services, apart from selling stamps and delivering letters. Allowing India Post to undertake regular banking functions would serve two objectives. First, it would make the institution more viable than it is at present on account of its being restricted to loss-making postal operations. Second, its unique outreach would equip it to serve social objectives.

          

          India Post has a clear advantage over banks as a vehicle for promoting financial inclusion. The use of mobile banking and banking correspondents, for all their undeniable promise, can hardly bridge the gap in rural outreach. Besides, the usurious excesses of micro-finance have robbed it of some of its sheen. With less than 40 per cent of the rural households covered by institutional lending, the potential of the post office to address the crisis of credit in rural India can hardly be over emphasised. Its financial inclusion potential has already come to the fore in the context of implementation of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme, where 46.7 million accounts had been opened and wages amounting to over Rs 18,000 crore had been distributed as on October 31 last year. It is also proving useful as the nodal agency for distribution of UIDAI cards.

          

          While India Post runs up an annual loss of some Rs 7,000 crore, its long-term deposit bias would, however, give it a cost advantage in the lending business. It can make micro-loans and plug into the self-help group network. India Post is also serious about promoting electronic and phone banking solutions for its customers. If, apart from offering banking services, India Post were to encourage the private sector to ride piggyback on its network to promote its products, its deficit might prove to be less of a burden. In the final analysis, a postman doubling up as banker may well turn out to be the best inclusive banking solution of all.

Source:  The Hindu Business Line 5.02.2012

Sr.Postmaster CAT case update

Sr. Postmaster CAT case came up before the Hon'ble CAT bench Chandigarh but no hearing took place as no reply has been filed by the department. The hearing has been adjourned to 11-4-2012.

Source : Punjab IP/ASP Blog

Tips to Keep your Computer User friendly

• Never, never, turn your computer off with the power switch until Windows has shut down. The one exception to this rule is when your computer locks up and your hard drive is not running (hard drive light is not blinking). In this situation, you can turn the power off without harmful effects to the hard drive. As cutting the power can also result in lost data or Windows files, you should only do this when you have to.

         Following this rule will prevent permanent hard drive defects caused by the  hard drive heads contacting the surface of the drive disc, and it will prevent a host of Windows problems.

Whenever possible, recover from crashes by pressing the Ctrl + Alt + Delete keys at the same time. Press them again to reboot your computer.

• It's highly recommended that you purchase an UPS (uninterruptible power supply) for your computer. This will keep your computer from crashing during power outages, and will protect your computer from low and high voltage occurrences.

An UPS is far superior to a surge protector and will save your computer from almost any type of power disaster. (See #1 above for what happens when your computer crashes.)

This is especially important thing to have if you live or will be living in old houses or apartments. The reason for this is the electrical work in apartments like those can often have faulty wiring that may short out resulting in a damaged computer or loss of information for you. Why have a surge protector when you could put that money towards a UPS?

• Backup, backup, backup, any data you cannot afford to lose to at least two separate physical drives. So backup data to external hard drives, USB/thumb drives, CD-RW's etc.

The time to backup is when you create something you can't afford to lose. Don't wait until tomorrow.

• Never unplug peripherals from the computer when it is powered up. Unplugging with the power on can short out the connector socket or the motherboard. The only exception to this rule is if you know a peripheral is "hot plug-gable". If you do not know what "hot plug-gable" means then ignore this exception.4. Run Scan-disk and De-fragment at least once a month. This will keep your hard drive healthy and prevent crashes. Alternatively, purchase a disk utility program and use it to keep your hard drive healthy. These programs are part of Windows and can be found at Start/Computer then Right click on the drive you want to fix. Choose Scan-disk or De-fragment  from the menu.

•  Do keep at least 300 MBs of your C: drive free for Windows to use. If you use Windows XP, Vista, or WIndows 7 then you should have 400-600 MBs of free space on your C: drive.

If you do not have enough free space you will choke Windows and it will start dumping data to your hard drive (or designated virtual drive), or it will just get really, really, slow (you will see your hard drive light on all the time and your computer will be locked up until the drive stops spinning).

Use the ADD/Delete tool in the Windows Control Panel to delete unneeded programs from your drive.

You can also use disk/utility cleaning programs and speed-up programs to get rid of clutter on your hard drive and to speed up your system, we recommend using a PC speed up program like PC Cleaner. See our review of PC Cleaner for more information.

•  Do not let a lot of programs load up when you start your computer. They use valuable memory and Windows Resources (Windows internal workspace).

All programs in your Windows System Tray (in the lower left of your screen) are running on your computer. Close them if you don't need them or run them and configure them not to load when you boot up.

Other programs running in the background can be found by pressing Ctrl + Alt + Delete at the same time.

•  Do use an anti virus checker regularly. Everyone should have an anti virus checker that boots up when their computer starts. The best type of protection is continuous monitoring from a dedicated anti-virus program (for example Ad Aware Pro, Panda Anti-virus Pro, Bit Defender Total Security, Spy ware Doctor with Anti Virus). Also, make sure the anti-virus program is set to update automatically. These programs must regularly update their virus definitions to provide the best defense against new viruses and other malware.

•  If you have a high speed Internet connection, you need a firewall program. A firewall program keeps those who want to hijack your computer from gaining access to your system. You really do not want someone else running your computer.

All current versions of Windows come with a built in firewall program. You can access the Windows firewall at Start/Control Panel/Internet Connections/Windows Firewall. This program should always be running unless you choose to use a different firewall program.

For additional protection, you should consider Internet security software that has firewall programs and other web security tools built-in e.g. PC Tools Internet Security, Panda Anti Virus Pro, and Bit Defender Total Security have firewall, anti virus, and other security programs bundled together in one package.
Case in point: When I am online 10 hours or more with my DSL connection, my computer is usually attacked by a hacker at least once.
Do not think you are safe from hackers!! Hackers use search programs to seek out computers at random. Get a firewall program and use it.

•  Keep track of the software disks you receive with your computer and new peripherals. These disks contain valuable software drivers and programs for Windows and are needed when Windows must be reloaded. Keep these disks and your Windows software disks in a safe, dry, place -- you never know when you will need them.

• Make sure Windows Update is set to Automatically Update your computer. Windows is frequently updated by Microsoft to prevent virus and malware attacks, to improve Windows performance, and to provide new features. Access Windows Update at Start/Control Panel/System/ Security/Windows Update.

Keeping these computer maintenance tips in mind will keep your PC in top shape and keep you from having an expensive repair bill.

Courtesy :  abkantharaja.blogspot.in

Grant of Paid Holiday to employees on the day of the Poll

Press Note 

Grant of Paid Holiday to employees on the day of the Poll – reg. 

     The Election Commission of India, vide its letter no. 78/2011/EPS, dated 10th January, 2012, had issued instructions to the Chief Secretaries of the States of Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand and the Secretary to Government of India, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Personnel & Training, inviting their attention to the provisions of Section 135B of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, which provides for the grant of paid holiday to the employees on the day of the poll.

     The Commission has reiterated that the above mentioned Section of the RP Act, 1951 requires that all establishments and shops including those which work on shift basis shall be closed on the day of poll in the Constituency where a General/ bye-election is to be held. However, there may be cases where a person is ordinarily resident of the Constituency and registered as an elector, may be serving/ employed in an industrial undertaking or an establishment located outside the Constituency having a general/ bye-election. It is clarified that in such a situation, even those electors including casual workers working outside the constituency concerned would be entitled to the benefit of a paid holiday extended under the Section 135B(1) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. For example, the voters in the State of U.P. will be entitled to get a paid holiday from their employers, even if their location of employment is in Delhi or any other State.

     The daily wage/casual workers are also entitled for a holiday and wages on poll day as provided in Section 135B of the R.P. Act, 1951. 

Election Commission of India 

New Delhi , 27th February , 2012 

RM/

source-pib

CHQ News - latest position of issues relating to IP / ASP and IP exam result announcement

     Sri Vilas Ingle G.S IP/ASP Association has visited the  Directorate  along with Ex-GS Shri Roop Chand on 29.02.2012 and met with the  Member (P), various DDGs and other concerned officers. The following issues were discussed with them. The present status in respect of the issues as reportedn in CHQ Blog is as follows.

 1.   Up-gradation of GP of IP from Rs. 4200/- to Rs. 4600/-.

File relating to implementation of Hon. CAT Ernakulam Bench judgement dated 19/10/2011 is still under examination in view of our letter dated 22/2/2012. File is likely to be sent to Ministry of Finance shortly.

2.   Restructuring of Inspectors Posts Cadre.

Next Meeting of the committee constituted to look into promotional prospects of IPOs/ASPs is likely to be convened by the Department in near future in view of decision of AIC conveyed to the Member (P) on 22/2/2012.

3.   Holding of supplementary DPC for promotion to PS Gr. B for the year 2011.

Decision has been taken by the Department to hold supplementary DPC. This process is likely to be completed within next 3-4 months. 

    4.   Holding of DPC for the promotion to JTS, Group A.

File is under process, which is likely to be completed within 2-3 months.

5.   Declaration of result of IP examination 2011.

Marksheet from CMC has been received by the Department which is under scrutiny. After scrutiny the result will be declared shortly.  

6.   Revision of rates of remuneration for performing duty as Invigilator in the examination.  

File is still pending with Internal Finance.

7.   Re-allotment of surplus IPs to their Home Circles.

The issue is not under consideration at Directorate. Surplus IPs can go to their Home Circle only after relieving by the concerned circle in which they are working. 

Courtesy: http://ipaspandhra.blogspot.in/

Speednet & Negative List latest patches are released

Speednet 23.02.12 and Negative list upto 30.11.11 is released.
To download the patch please visit ftp:\\ptcinfo.org

Important Security Guidelines for Department of Post Computerized environment

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Proud to Read "Tamilnadu Postoffices are Best in Nation"

     A news item published in the *Indian Express* with caption "* TAMIL NADU POST


OFFICES BEST IN NATION*" is furnished hereunder with the congratulatory message from the Chief Postmaster General. The entire Technology Team consisting of CO, RO, Divisions and all other units deserves the appreciation as observed by the Chief PMG. “The team has to work hard to keep up the good work done” 


   At this juncture, SAPOST Team also takes the opportunity and conveys its Congratulations to the entire Technology Team of TN Postal Circle and to keep up the tempo.

How do you cool down a computer

     Don't let overheating damage your computer. Computers are power hungry machines. A PC in high performance mode can consume 250-300 watts of power, the majority of which is eventually converted to heat — a room heater operates at 1000 watts.

     This means that PCs are highly prone to overheating which can reduce the lifespan of computer components and lead to irreparable data loss. It's a big issue in India because of high natural temperatures.

     To remedy the situation, you need to first be aware of it. There are several applications and gadgets available on line that allow you to read your computer's internal temperature —download one of them.

CPUThermometer: http://www.cputhermometer.com

Real Temp: http://www.techpowerup.com/realtemp

     Computer temperatures should ideally be around 40 degrees on start-up and 55 degrees during high performance.

How do you cool down a computer?

     1 Keep it clean — dust is an insulator and causes heat to build up. It can also mess up the functioning of the CPU fan.

     2 Position it properly. Make sure the inlet to the fan is open to a source of cool air.

     3 If it gets too hot, turn off applications or just shut it down.

     4 Advanced users can also try to under clock processors if heating becomes an issue.

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By Anjishnu Kumar 

Kids of widowed daughters to be included in CGHS

     It’s a move that will go a long way in empowering widowed/separated daughters dependent on their parents. Last month, the ministry of health and family welfare decided to expand the ambit of Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) to include dependent children of widowed/separated daughters as beneficiaries under the government’s comprehensive health scheme. Till now, serving central government employees, pensioners, current and former members of Parliament, serving and retired judges of Supreme Court and high court, freedom fighters, accredited journalists, former governor and former vice president of India could avail of CGHS benefits.

    “The move has been initiated with the aim of empowering widowed and separated daughters who live with parents who are CGHS beneficiaries,” said a health ministry official.

Though the health ministry does not have an exact count of dependent children of widowed/ separated daughters of CGHS beneficiaries, senior officials said the move would benefit thousands of children.

    “It’s a conservative estimate that the number would run into thousands,” said a ministry official.

     Currently, there are nine lakh CGHS beneficiaries in India, of which six lakh are serving government employees.

      Currently, the health ministry spends approximately R1,200 crore on CGHS. “The number of dependent children of widowed/separated daughters of CGHS beneficiaries runs into a few thousands. It won’t result in any massive hike in the CGHS budget,” said a senior ministry official.

    The decision was taken following the recommendation of the 6th Central Pay Commission to expand the definition of “family” under CGHS.

     “The health ministry has examined the matter and it has now been decided, with the approval of the competent authority, to expand the definition of family under CGHS to include minor children of widowed/separated daughters, who are dependent upon the CGHS beneficiary,” a ministry circular stated.

     The upper age limit of the dependents for the purpose of being eligible for CGHS medical facilities will be 18 years. “They should normally be residing with the government servant/pensioner,” the circular added.

     The Central Government Health Scheme was started in 1954 to provide comprehensive health care facilities to central government employees, pensioners and their family members residing in CGHS covered cities.

    The medical facilities are provided through wellness centres, polyclinics under allopathic, ayurveda, yoga, unani and homeopathic system of medicines.

Source : The Hindustan Times, Feb 28, 2012

BIGGEST VICTORY IN ALL UNION STRIKE

     The 24-hour country-wide strike called by major trade unions today to protest "anti-labour" policies of the government and rising prices evoked a mixed response with the banking and transport sector hit in some parts.

     In West Bengal, there were fewer vehicles on the road but several schools and government offices remained open following the warning given by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee that absence from duty will be treated as a break in service.

Director General of Police Naparajit Mukherjee said in Kolkata that the situation was normal in the districts. Some arrests have been made in certain places including Hasnabad and Madhyamgram for obstructing traffic, he said.

     In the country's commercial capital, Mumbai, the strike had a partial impact with financial institutions getting affected.

     Barring banking and insurance sector, which have a large presence of trade unions, normal life was largely unaffected in the metropolis with all essential services especially public transport functioning as usual.

"The shutdown in the banking and financial sector has been complete. The RBI's clearing houses are shut. So the private and foreign banks where we do not a have a presence, also get affected," General Secretary of All India Bank Employees Association, Vishwas Utagi claimed.

Services at both the city airports was smooth inspite of the strike call by 11 trade unions.

     In Delhi, the strike had little impact though normal functioning of PSU banks were affected and a number of autos and taxi drivers kept their vehicles off the roads to take part in the protest.

  

     Commuters complained that the frequency of the state-run buses were low. Several passengers were stranded in the morning at railway stations and bus terminals.

     Normal life was hit in Kerala due to the strike with buses keeping off the roads and shops remaining shut.The strike also affected functioning of banks and offices as pro-Left unions in the state sector also joined the protest against the "neo-liberal economic and labour policies" pursued by the UPA Government at the Centre.

     The Congress-led UDF Government in Kerala has enforced 'dies non' (no work-no pay) order against the strike in government offices.

     Reports from across the state said in most places, the mobility of people was hit as the impact of the strike was near total in the transport sector with buses, taxis and auto rickshaws keeping off the road.

     Transport and banking services were hit in Punjab, Chandigarh and Haryana in the wake of the strike.

     Reports pouring from various places in the region said buses on several routes remained off the road in Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh even as officials were persuading employees not to join the strike.

     With major bank unions observing the strike, financial transactions came to a halt in all branches of public sector banks in the two states.

     However, banking services in private sector banks were not affected.

     Labour leaders have claimed that the strike is going to be a historic event and a stern warning against "anti-labour policies" of the UPA Government.

     The key demands of the unions include guarantee of labour rights, end to the contract labour system, bringing workers in the unorganised sector under the social security net and pension benefit for all workers.

     Besides the Left unions like CITU and AITUC and HMS, the pro-Congress INTUC and pro-BJP BMS are also supporting the strike.

Source : Business Standard

Job opportunities in Bank

Various nationalized banks invited application for the post of Probationary officers

Allahabad bank 
        Number of posts: 1600
        Mode of Application: Online
        Last Date Of Application:10.3.2012
        Pay: 14500-25700
        Website :www.allahabadbank.in
        
 UCO bank
         Number of posts: 1100
         Mode of Application: Online
         Last Date Of Application:17.3.2012
         Pay: 14500-25700
         Website :www.ucobank.com


Indian bank 
         Number of posts: 452
         Mode of Application: Online
         Last Date Of Application:3.3.2012
         Pay: 14500-25700
        Website:www.Indianbank.in


 Bank Of Maharastra
         Number of posts: 457
         Mode of Application: Online
         Last Date Of Application:9.3.2012
         Pay: 14500-25700
         Website :www.bankofmaharashtra.co.in  


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Concession Available to Central Government Women Employees

Provision for protection of women as kept in CCS Conduct Rules,1964 


Rule 3.3(c) of the Central Civil services (Conduct) Rules 1964 explicitly prohibits acts of sexual harassment of any women women at her work place. For this purpose, "Sexual harassment" includes such unwelcome sexually determined behavior, whether directly of indirectly or otherwise, as (a) physical contact and advances, (b) demand or request for sexual favours, (c) Sexually coloured remarks, (d) showing any pornography or (e) any other unwelcome physical, verbal or non verbal conduct of a sexual nature


Rule 13-A of the said rules says, no Govt servant shall:-


(i) Give or take or abet the giving or taking of dowry
(ii) Demand directly or indirectly, from the parent or guardian of a bibe or bridegroom, as the case may be, any dowry 


Age Relaxation for appointment 


widows, divorced women and woman judicially separated from their husband and who are not remarried are allowed age concession up to the age of 35 years (40 years for member of SC/ST) for posts of Group 'C' & 'D' filled through SSC / Employment exchange (O.M) No 15012/6/98-Esst(D), dated 21.12.1998)


Maternity Benefits 


A female Government employees with less than two surviving children is granted maternity leave for 180 days. In continuation of maternity leave, a female govt servant can also take any leave due and admissible for a period of two years. In case of miscarriage including abortion, the female employee is entitled to leave not exceeding 45 days* during entire service.


Child Care leave 
The women employees having minor children and who have exhausted earned leave are granted child care leave (admissible in different spells) for a maximum period of two years (i.e 730days) during their entire services for taking care of up to two children, whether for rearing or to look after any of their needs like examination, sickness etc In continuation of the child care leave, a female govt servant can also take any leave due and admissible for a period of one year.


Child Adoption Leave 
A female Govt employee with less than two surviving children is granted on valid adoption of a child below the age of one year Child Adoption leave for a period of 180 days. In continuation of Child Adoption leave a female Govt servant can also take any leave due and admissible for a period one year


Special allowance to women with disability 
Women employees with disablties are paid Rs 1000 per month as special allowance for child care.the allowance is payable from the time of the child birth till the child is two years old for a maximum of two children


Posting of Husband and wife at the same station
The Govt of India has issued detailed instructions to its offices to ensure the posting of the husband and wife at the same station so as to enable them to lead a normal family life and to ensure the education and welfare of their children
To facilitate posting of couple in the same station, it has been approved that in case of a women officer, whose husband is posted under the Govt of India, the "cooling off" period may waived up to six months so that she may get a posting at the station where husband is posted.


* For the Women employees having disabled children, the child care leave is admissible upto age of 22 years. 


** Women employees are fully exempted from the payment of fees for attending any examination /test/interview


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Could We stop the sent gmail? Solution is here

My dear friends.....

Gmail is one of the most useful e-mailer to all and in fact it is having so many useful tools also in it. Still we are not using the full privileges of these tools since we are not much aware of those tools usage. For example could we stop the gmail from delivering to the recipient? Answer is yes.

How to revert back the gmail after clicked the send button?

1. Please login to your gmail account

2. Click the settings option, located on the right top corner

3. Click labs in Settings menu

4. scroll down in the labs menu

5. There is a provision as Undo Send( If you could not found this undo send option then use ctrl+f to find the undo send option)

6. Now select enable in Undo Send option

7. After that at last click save changes. That’s all

Now whenever you click the send option after composed a mail there is one pop up will be appeared "your message has been send. Undo. View message"

By clicking undo in few seconds we could prevent the mail to deliver to the recipient. As a result we could prevent the wrongly composed Gmails and partially composed Gmails.

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Union Labour Minister’s Appeal to Trade Unions Union Labour Minister’s Appeal to Trade Unions

     Union Labour and Employment Minister Shri Mallikarjun Kharge has appealed to the major central trade Unions to desist from going on countrywide general strike on February 28,2012.The Minister has issued the following appeal here today:

     ‘ I am pained to learn that all major central trade unions have decided to observe a countrywide general strike on 28th february 2012 when the whole attention of the country is focussed on achieving high economic growth. It may be appreciated that the UPA Government has taken strong measures to contain price rise, as a result of which prices of commodities have decreased significantly in recent months. It is well-known that the interest of the common man is paramount for the UPA Government in all policy decisions, particularly relating to the weaker sections of society, farmers and working class. In pursuance to these avowed objectives the Ministry of Labour and employment has taken many radical steps to improve the lot of working class. Most of the issues relating to labour raised by the central trade unions have already been addressed to a substantial extent. However, i do assure all the central trade unions that i am always open to discussions on any of the issues relating to labour at any time and resolve the same amicably through consultations.

     There is no denying the fact that the proposed strike will not only cause colossal economic loss to the country but also bring hardship and inconvenience to the common man.

     In view of the above and in the interest of the country I would fervently appeal to all the central trade unions to desist from going on strike on 28th February 2012. “

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Volumetric Weight Calculation While accepting Postal Articles from The customers

What is Volumetric Weight:

   1. Wherever the postage, tariff or charges are fixed for a postal article based on weight , the weight shall mean the gross weight or the volumetric weight whichever is more.

   2. Gross Weight: Gross weight is the weight shown by a standard weighing scale. When the Article is appropriately placed on to or suspended from the said scale.

   3. Volumetric Weight: volumetric weight of the article shall be arrived at from the volume of that article using the appropriate formulae.

   4. Exception: Volumetric weight need not be determined in following cases.

  (a) If the sum of the length, breadth and height is not more than 90 centimeters, and any of the dimensions is not more than 60 centimeters.

  (b) In case of an article is in roll form (Cylindrical) if the length and diameter each are less than 90 centimeters.

These exceptions will also applicable to Speed Post article.

   5. Procedure for calculation of volume: Measure each dimension in centimeters rounded off to next higher centimeter.

(a) (i) Cuboids (e.g. square or Rectangular): Its Dimensions means length, Breadth and height.

(ii) Cylindrical rolls: Dimensions means diameter of its circular base and length.

(b) Articles other than above shapes should not be accepted.

(c) Formula for calculation of volumetric weight.

(i) Cuboids (e.g. Square, Rectangular)

Volume = Length X Breadth X Height

(ii) Cylindrical Roll.

Volume = 0.785 X (Diameter of Circular base)2 X Length

The Volume so arrived at in cubic centimeters should be rounded off to the next higher whole number.

   6. Formula to calculate volumetric weight: When the volume is calculated in cubic centimeters, the formula to determine the volumetric weight in kilograms shall be :

Volumetric Weight in Kilo Gram = (Volume in Centimeters)3 ÷ 6000

Volumetric weight so arrived at shall be rounded off to the next higher kilogram.

   7. Postage or tariff or charges for the Postal articles shall be determined with reference to weight i.e. gross weight or volumetric weight, whichever is more.

   8. Postage/Tariff charts for all kinds of postal articles may be worked out beyond the corresponding weight (as in gross weight) limits for calculation of due postage/Tariff.

   9. The maximum weight and size limits for different kinds of postal articles are prescribed in Clause 100, 124, 125, 128(2), 129(2), 132, 137(d) and (e), 146(1) and (2) of Post Office Guide Part-I.

(DG Posts letter number 8-9/2007-D Dt. 16/2/09 and 4/3/09 and letter number 51-04/2009-BD & MD Dt. 24/3/09)

Examples:

Book packet in cuboids shape weighing 5 Kg (gross Weight) and with 60 Cms. Length, 30 Cms. Breadth and 30 Cms. Height.

Gross Weight: 5 Kg.

Volumetric Weight = Length X Breadth X Height

                                                6000

                              = 60 X 30 X 30

                                      6000

                               = 54000     = 9 Kg.

                                   6000

Additional postage beyond 5 Kg. and upto 9 Kg.

First 50 Gms. = Rs. 4/-

Remaining 8950 Gms. = Rs. 537/-

(@ Rs. 3.00 for 50 Gms.

Or part thereof) Total = Rs. 541/-


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