Shri Ashok Pawar, Circle Secretary, National Union of Postal Employees, Postmen and Group D Maharashtra Circle Branch expired on 30/07/2011 at Panvel (New Mumbai).
May we pray to the almighty to give his soul rest in peace.
Review of Cadre Structuring in respect of Inspector, Posts Cadre
No. CHQ/IPASP/ROC Dated 25.07.2011
To
The Director General,
Department of Posts,
Dak Bhawan, Sansad Marg,
New Delhi-110001
Sub: Review of Cadre Structuring in respect of Inspector, Posts Cadre
Ref: Postal Directorate Letter No.1/4/2010-SR dated 12.07.2011
Respected Madam,
Your kind attention is invited to our letter of even no. dated 08.07.2011 (copy enclosed) on the above mentioned subject.
The Department has constituted a committee to examine the issue of cadre restructuring of Group "C" employees vide Office Order under reference. THE Committee will formulate the prpposals by 30.08.2011.
In the past, we had attended informal meeting called by Shri A. K. Sharma, the then DDG (Estt.) in January-2011 alongwith JCA leaders. Hence, it is requested that our review proposal submitted on 08.07.2011 may kindly be ordered to be considered by the Committee formed on 12.07.2011 and our association should also be nominated as amember on the staff side.
We hope that our proposal will be considered and formulated by the Committee constituted on 12.07.2011.
Yours sincerely,
(Roop Chand)
General Secretary
To
The Director General,
Department of Posts,
Dak Bhawan, Sansad Marg,
New Delhi-110001
Sub: Review of Cadre Structuring in respect of Inspector, Posts Cadre
Ref: Postal Directorate Letter No.1/4/2010-SR dated 12.07.2011
Respected Madam,
Your kind attention is invited to our letter of even no. dated 08.07.2011 (copy enclosed) on the above mentioned subject.
The Department has constituted a committee to examine the issue of cadre restructuring of Group "C" employees vide Office Order under reference. THE Committee will formulate the prpposals by 30.08.2011.
In the past, we had attended informal meeting called by Shri A. K. Sharma, the then DDG (Estt.) in January-2011 alongwith JCA leaders. Hence, it is requested that our review proposal submitted on 08.07.2011 may kindly be ordered to be considered by the Committee formed on 12.07.2011 and our association should also be nominated as amember on the staff side.
We hope that our proposal will be considered and formulated by the Committee constituted on 12.07.2011.
Yours sincerely,
(Roop Chand)
General Secretary
GS met DDG (Estt.) in Postal Directorate.
"Today( 22/7/2011), I accompanied by Sh. S. Ravi, AD (RB) & Sh. Ajit Kumar, ASP (PMU) met with Sh.V. K. Tiwary, DDG (Rectt.& Pet.) holding additional charge of DDG (Estt.) in his chamber on the advice of the Secretary (Posts). Sh. Raj Kumar, Director (Estt. & DE) was also present during the course of the meeting.
All issues included in our charter of demands were discussed in detail. The DDG (Rectt. & Pet.) heard our views positively and assured us that files on all issues in the charter of demands are under process by the Department.We stressed for upgradation of GP of IP from Rs.4200/- to Rs. 4600/- and as well as review of cadre restructuring in respect of Inspector, Posts cadre. SR Division of the Postal Directorate has called for action taken report on our charter of demands from all concerned Divisions on 18.07.2011. Formal meeting to discuss our charter of demands is likely to be conducted by the Department shortly.
ROOP CHAND
General Secretary
All issues included in our charter of demands were discussed in detail. The DDG (Rectt. & Pet.) heard our views positively and assured us that files on all issues in the charter of demands are under process by the Department.We stressed for upgradation of GP of IP from Rs.4200/- to Rs. 4600/- and as well as review of cadre restructuring in respect of Inspector, Posts cadre. SR Division of the Postal Directorate has called for action taken report on our charter of demands from all concerned Divisions on 18.07.2011. Formal meeting to discuss our charter of demands is likely to be conducted by the Department shortly.
ROOP CHAND
General Secretary
Willingness called for fillling up posts at PTC, Vadodara.
The following posts are to be filleld up at PTC Vadodara and willingness are called for from the eligible officers.
1) Asstt. Director (Training):
a) Officer should be PSS Gr. B (Regular)
b) ASP with 10 or more years of service in ASP cadre.
c) Officer/Officials due for Retirement/Promotion within short period need not apply.
Last date : 08/08/2011
2) Instructor.
a) Inspector Posts (Regular) or
b) PA/SA with 08 (Eight) or more year of service.
c) Officer / Officials due for Retirement/Promotion within short period need not apply.
Last date : 31/07/2011
1) Asstt. Director (Training):
a) Officer should be PSS Gr. B (Regular)
b) ASP with 10 or more years of service in ASP cadre.
c) Officer/Officials due for Retirement/Promotion within short period need not apply.
Last date : 08/08/2011
2) Instructor.
a) Inspector Posts (Regular) or
b) PA/SA with 08 (Eight) or more year of service.
c) Officer / Officials due for Retirement/Promotion within short period need not apply.
Last date : 31/07/2011
Transfer in IP cadre.
Shri Yogesh S. Karle, SDI (P) Barshi Sub Division (under Pune Region) has joined as Inspector Posts (Technology) RO Mumbai on 15/07/2011.
LGO Examination result announced.
Circle office vide memo No. ADR/2-16/LGO/2010 dated 18/07/2011 has announced the result of LGO Examination 2010 held on 10/10/2010. Total 88 candidates have declared successful.
This Association gratulate to all the candidates who passed in the exam.
This Association gratulate to all the candidates who passed in the exam.
Examinations dates announced by Directorate.
Directorate has announced the dates of following departmental examinations on 14/07/2011.
1) LGO ...04/09/2011.
2) Inspector Posts ... 03/09/2011 and 04/09/2011.
IP Exam for the year scheduled on 03 / 04.09.11 vide Dte Lr No. A-34012 / 04 / 2011-DE Dt. 14.07.11.
Schedule :
01. Receipt of Applications in plain paper
from eligible candidates – ongoing process.
02. Receipt of Application form Kits by
Nodal Officer from CMS – already available.
03. Receipt of Application form Kits by DO / RO / CO /
Controlling Unit from Nodal Officer to the eligible candidates - 15.07.11
04. Last date for receipt of Application from at DO / RO /
CO / Controlling Unit from the Candidates. - 29.07.11
05. Receipt of duly filled Application forms by Nodal Officer - 08.08.11
06. Forwarding Applications by Nodal Officer to CMC - 12.08.11
07. Issue of Hall Permits by MC to eligible candidates - 23.08.11
Date of Exam - 03 / 04.09.11
1) LGO ...04/09/2011.
2) Inspector Posts ... 03/09/2011 and 04/09/2011.
IP Exam for the year scheduled on 03 / 04.09.11 vide Dte Lr No. A-34012 / 04 / 2011-DE Dt. 14.07.11.
Schedule :
01. Receipt of Applications in plain paper
from eligible candidates – ongoing process.
02. Receipt of Application form Kits by
Nodal Officer from CMS – already available.
03. Receipt of Application form Kits by DO / RO / CO /
Controlling Unit from Nodal Officer to the eligible candidates - 15.07.11
04. Last date for receipt of Application from at DO / RO /
CO / Controlling Unit from the Candidates. - 29.07.11
05. Receipt of duly filled Application forms by Nodal Officer - 08.08.11
06. Forwarding Applications by Nodal Officer to CMC - 12.08.11
07. Issue of Hall Permits by MC to eligible candidates - 23.08.11
Date of Exam - 03 / 04.09.11
Checklist for exemption from filing IT returns
It's time to file your income tax returns for the year 2010-11. In the current year, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has exempted certain segments of taxpayers from filing tax returns. However, there are certain conditions attached in order to be eligible for the exemption. So, before deciding on not filing the income tax returns, you need to be aware of the conditions. You may also be required to file the income tax returns, even if the income is less than Rs 5 lakh.
According to the amendment, salaried individuals with a taxable income of less than Rs 5 lakh will not have to file income tax returns in the current assessment year. The finance ministry has issued a notification to this effect. This was announced by the finance minister in the Union Budget speech for 2011-12. As such, individuals with a total taxable salary income of less than Rs 5 lakhs in the financial year 2010-11, after allowing all deductions, will be exempt from filing tax returns this year.
Some conditions to be met:
Salary only source of income
An employee will be required to declare his permanent account number (PAN) to his employer and obtain a certificate of tax deductions in Form No 16. Another condition is that an individual should not have any income from sources other than his salary. He should have earned income only in the form of salary and savings bank interest.
So, if you have income from fixed deposits, mutual funds, shares, property etc, you will be required to file the returns.
Single employer
It is to be noted that the entire income of an individual must accrue from a single employer. In case an individual has changed jobs or worked in two or more jobs, he will have to file the IT returns even if his total salary income is below Rs 5 lakhs during the year.
No interest income over Rs 10K
Another condition is the earnings from interest. In case a person has interest income of more than Rs 10,000 from his savings deposits, he cannot claim the exemption from filing returns. However, in case he has interest income of less than Rs 10,000, he will need to declare it to his employer and have the tax deducted, so as to be eligible for the exemption.
Not applicable in case of refund claim
In case an individual wants to claim a refund, he will have to file the returns. There is no escaping from filing returns in case one has paid excess tax and wishes to claim a refund. The exemption will not be applicable in cases where notices are issued for filing the income tax returns under Section 142(1), Section 148, Section 153A or Section 153C of the Income Tax Act.
Not applicable in case of loss claim
In case one has incurred some losses or has carried forward losses of any prior year, under any year, he will be required to file his returns before the due date. He cannot claim exemption. Else he will forfeit the right to carry forward the losses.
So, persons receiving salary from more than one employer, having income from sources other than salary and interest income from a savings bank account, or having refund claims will not be covered under the scheme. One should check these conditions first and then take the decision of not filing returns.
Source:ET
According to the amendment, salaried individuals with a taxable income of less than Rs 5 lakh will not have to file income tax returns in the current assessment year. The finance ministry has issued a notification to this effect. This was announced by the finance minister in the Union Budget speech for 2011-12. As such, individuals with a total taxable salary income of less than Rs 5 lakhs in the financial year 2010-11, after allowing all deductions, will be exempt from filing tax returns this year.
Some conditions to be met:
Salary only source of income
An employee will be required to declare his permanent account number (PAN) to his employer and obtain a certificate of tax deductions in Form No 16. Another condition is that an individual should not have any income from sources other than his salary. He should have earned income only in the form of salary and savings bank interest.
So, if you have income from fixed deposits, mutual funds, shares, property etc, you will be required to file the returns.
Single employer
It is to be noted that the entire income of an individual must accrue from a single employer. In case an individual has changed jobs or worked in two or more jobs, he will have to file the IT returns even if his total salary income is below Rs 5 lakhs during the year.
No interest income over Rs 10K
Another condition is the earnings from interest. In case a person has interest income of more than Rs 10,000 from his savings deposits, he cannot claim the exemption from filing returns. However, in case he has interest income of less than Rs 10,000, he will need to declare it to his employer and have the tax deducted, so as to be eligible for the exemption.
Not applicable in case of refund claim
In case an individual wants to claim a refund, he will have to file the returns. There is no escaping from filing returns in case one has paid excess tax and wishes to claim a refund. The exemption will not be applicable in cases where notices are issued for filing the income tax returns under Section 142(1), Section 148, Section 153A or Section 153C of the Income Tax Act.
Not applicable in case of loss claim
In case one has incurred some losses or has carried forward losses of any prior year, under any year, he will be required to file his returns before the due date. He cannot claim exemption. Else he will forfeit the right to carry forward the losses.
So, persons receiving salary from more than one employer, having income from sources other than salary and interest income from a savings bank account, or having refund claims will not be covered under the scheme. One should check these conditions first and then take the decision of not filing returns.
Source:ET
Restoration of abolished or redeployed posts of Sorting Postman - Clarificatory orders from D.G
Copy of D.G. Posts New Delhi letter No. 25-20/2008-PE.I dated 12th July, 2011.
Sub : Change in Designation of Sorting Postman -Clarification.
Please refer to this Directorate's letter of even number dated 04.05.2011 vide which the post of Sorting Postman has been re-designated as Postman and both Postman and Sorting Postman have been given a common generic designation Postman.
2. During the meetings of the Staff Federations with the Secretary (Posts), the Federations have raised following issues in connection with the implementation of the ibid order in the fields:
(i) Circles are either abolishing or redeploying the posts of Sorting Postman. Such posts may be restored.
(ii) All the Postman are being put on the job of Beat Sorting at a time.
3. This is wrong interpretation and implementation of the said order of the Directorate. Nowhere in the order is it mentioned that posts of Sorting Postman are either to be abolished or redeployed and all the Postmen are to be put on the Beat Sorting work at a time. In fact, the order is very lucid that post of Sorting Postman is re-designated as Postman. Therefore, such abolished or redeployed posts of Sorting Postman may be restored immediately. The designation of the existing Sorting Postman may not be changed.
4. Further, in the third para of the aforesaid order, it is indicated that concerned Divisional Head or Sr. Postmaster has to work out the exact requirement of Postmen required for Beat Sorting on the basis of the total number un-registered mail received for delivery as per the existing norms. Hence, concerned authorities in the Division to decide the number of Postmen to be put on the Beat Sorting job on the basis of existing norms. Thus, all the postmen are not to be put on the Beat Sorting work at a time. Rather, each one of them should be assigned the said job on turn-by-turn basis while observing the existing norms.
5. Further, the number of postmen deployed for Beat Sorting should be to ensure that Beat Sorting, is completed one hour before the postmen leave for delivery so that necessary documentations and procedural requirement could be completed, which are necessary for carrying out the delivery effectively.
6. It is therefore, requested to please look into the issue personally and ensure correct and effective implementation of the Directorate's order dated 04.05.2011.
7. It may please be accorded Top Priority.
This issues with the approval of the Competent Authority
Sub : Change in Designation of Sorting Postman -Clarification.
Please refer to this Directorate's letter of even number dated 04.05.2011 vide which the post of Sorting Postman has been re-designated as Postman and both Postman and Sorting Postman have been given a common generic designation Postman.
2. During the meetings of the Staff Federations with the Secretary (Posts), the Federations have raised following issues in connection with the implementation of the ibid order in the fields:
(i) Circles are either abolishing or redeploying the posts of Sorting Postman. Such posts may be restored.
(ii) All the Postman are being put on the job of Beat Sorting at a time.
3. This is wrong interpretation and implementation of the said order of the Directorate. Nowhere in the order is it mentioned that posts of Sorting Postman are either to be abolished or redeployed and all the Postmen are to be put on the Beat Sorting work at a time. In fact, the order is very lucid that post of Sorting Postman is re-designated as Postman. Therefore, such abolished or redeployed posts of Sorting Postman may be restored immediately. The designation of the existing Sorting Postman may not be changed.
4. Further, in the third para of the aforesaid order, it is indicated that concerned Divisional Head or Sr. Postmaster has to work out the exact requirement of Postmen required for Beat Sorting on the basis of the total number un-registered mail received for delivery as per the existing norms. Hence, concerned authorities in the Division to decide the number of Postmen to be put on the Beat Sorting job on the basis of existing norms. Thus, all the postmen are not to be put on the Beat Sorting work at a time. Rather, each one of them should be assigned the said job on turn-by-turn basis while observing the existing norms.
5. Further, the number of postmen deployed for Beat Sorting should be to ensure that Beat Sorting, is completed one hour before the postmen leave for delivery so that necessary documentations and procedural requirement could be completed, which are necessary for carrying out the delivery effectively.
6. It is therefore, requested to please look into the issue personally and ensure correct and effective implementation of the Directorate's order dated 04.05.2011.
7. It may please be accorded Top Priority.
This issues with the approval of the Competent Authority
CHQ News - Induction Training to IP candidates
It has been decided by the Postal Directorate that induction Training is to be imparted to all Direct Recruit IP candidates at PTC, Mysore and for all Departmental IP candidates at PTC, Vadodara very soon. The dates for the training programme will be decided by the both PTCs and seats allotted.
IP induction training for all Departmental IP candidates (Merit/Surplus/Qualified/Review result candidates) upto IP Examination 2008 in respect of all Circles and APS will commence at PTC, Vadodara with effect from 01.08.2011 to 19.11.2011 as decided by PTC, Vadodara.
All Surplus IP candidates of IP Examination 2009 whose result has been declared by the Postal Directorate on 30.06.2011 will get induction training in due course.
IP induction training for all Departmental IP candidates (Merit/Surplus/Qualified/Review result candidates) upto IP Examination 2008 in respect of all Circles and APS will commence at PTC, Vadodara with effect from 01.08.2011 to 19.11.2011 as decided by PTC, Vadodara.
All Surplus IP candidates of IP Examination 2009 whose result has been declared by the Postal Directorate on 30.06.2011 will get induction training in due course.
Clarification on production of Original D.C in SB/SC deceased claim cases
While circulating the new procedure for payment of amount of Savings Bank/Certificates of deceased Depositors/Holders vide SB order no 25/2010 dated 24-12-2010, It was made mandatory that only original copy of the proof Death is to be accepted as valid proof of Death. Now it was clarified by Directorate vide SB order no 12/2011 dated 12-07-2011 that original proof of Death produced along with claim application may be returned to the claimant by the Incharge of the post office where claim papers are submitted irrespective of the status of the post office after recording the remark "Compared with original and found correct" on photo copies of the Proof of Death.
KYC Norms - UIDAI Card
Dte Memo No : 30-75 / 2011-D Dt. 22.06.11.
Sub : Recognition of UID No (Aadhaar Card) as a valid proof of Identity & Proof of Address.
In accordance with the direction issued by the Cabinet Secretariat, GoI, for recognition of UID No. as a valid proof of Identity & Address, it has been decided that the UID No. of the addressee may be treated as valid proof of identity and address for the purpose of delivery of accountable mail.
02. It is requested that this may be brought to the notice of all concerned for necessary action.
Sd/
Rishikesh
Director (Mail Management)
Sub : Recognition of UID No (Aadhaar Card) as a valid proof of Identity & Proof of Address.
In accordance with the direction issued by the Cabinet Secretariat, GoI, for recognition of UID No. as a valid proof of Identity & Address, it has been decided that the UID No. of the addressee may be treated as valid proof of identity and address for the purpose of delivery of accountable mail.
02. It is requested that this may be brought to the notice of all concerned for necessary action.
Sd/
Rishikesh
Director (Mail Management)
Meghdoot Award to ASP.
Sri R P Dewa, ASP, Gujarat Circle received Meghdoot Award for 2010 from Sri Kapil Sibal, Hon'ble MOC & IT at New Delhi.
We congratulate the officer.
We congratulate the officer.
CAT Case relating to Grade Pay of IPs.
OA No. 381/2010 on IP Grade Pay now pending before the CAT, Ernakulam Bench, came up before the Hon'ble Tribunal on 07.07.2011 for hearing, but was adjourned to 16.07.2011 as per the request of the applicant's counsel.
GS Desk..Review of Cadre Structuring in respect of Inspector, Posts Cadre
No. CHQ/IPASP/ROC Dated 08.07.2011
To
Ms. Radhika Doraiswamy,
Secretary to the Govt of India
Department of Posts
Dak Bhawan, Sansad Marg
New Delhi-110 001
Subject: Review of Cadre Structuring in respect of Inspector, Posts Cadre.
Reference: DOP&T No. No.35034/9/2010-Estt.(D) Dated: 10th February, 2011
Respected Madam,
The Nodal Department i.e. Department of Personnel & Training has issued instructions/guidelines to all Ministries/Departments for Structuring of Cadres in Central Govt. vide No. 35034/9/2010-Estt. (D) dated 10.02.2011. Recently, the Department of Posts has reconstituted a Committee under the chairmanship of DDG (P) for cadre review proposals relating to Group ‘C’, Postmen/Mail Guards, MTS staff etc. to be finalized by 31.08.2011 but it is not clear whether Inspector Posts cadre would also be brought under the purview of the said committee or not.
2. Our Association submits the following proposal for consideration and favourable action with a view to mitigate problem of stagnation in IP cadre:
(i) 50% officials working against the post of the Inspector Posts may be granted a GP of Rs. 4600/- as Non Functional Selection Grade after 3 years regular service in Inspector Posts cadre.
(ii) 25% Officials working against the post of the Asstt. Supdt. Posts may be granted a GP of Rs. 4800/- as Non Functional Selection Grade after 3 years regular service in Asstt. Supdt. Posts grade and another 25% may be granted Grade Pay of Rs. 5400/- as Non Functional Selection Grade after 6 years regular service in Asstt. Supdt. Posts grade.
3. However, our earlier demand for upgradation of Grade Pay from Rs. 4200/- to Rs. 4600/- for Inspector Posts wef. 1.1.2006 still hold good.
4. It is hoped that the department will come forward for discussion on the above proposal with us in a positive manner and this proposal will be considered by the Competent Committee and finalized by 31.08.2011.
(Roop Chand)
General Secretary
To
Ms. Radhika Doraiswamy,
Secretary to the Govt of India
Department of Posts
Dak Bhawan, Sansad Marg
New Delhi-110 001
Subject: Review of Cadre Structuring in respect of Inspector, Posts Cadre.
Reference: DOP&T No. No.35034/9/2010-Estt.(D) Dated: 10th February, 2011
Respected Madam,
The Nodal Department i.e. Department of Personnel & Training has issued instructions/guidelines to all Ministries/Departments for Structuring of Cadres in Central Govt. vide No. 35034/9/2010-Estt. (D) dated 10.02.2011. Recently, the Department of Posts has reconstituted a Committee under the chairmanship of DDG (P) for cadre review proposals relating to Group ‘C’, Postmen/Mail Guards, MTS staff etc. to be finalized by 31.08.2011 but it is not clear whether Inspector Posts cadre would also be brought under the purview of the said committee or not.
2. Our Association submits the following proposal for consideration and favourable action with a view to mitigate problem of stagnation in IP cadre:
(i) 50% officials working against the post of the Inspector Posts may be granted a GP of Rs. 4600/- as Non Functional Selection Grade after 3 years regular service in Inspector Posts cadre.
(ii) 25% Officials working against the post of the Asstt. Supdt. Posts may be granted a GP of Rs. 4800/- as Non Functional Selection Grade after 3 years regular service in Asstt. Supdt. Posts grade and another 25% may be granted Grade Pay of Rs. 5400/- as Non Functional Selection Grade after 6 years regular service in Asstt. Supdt. Posts grade.
3. However, our earlier demand for upgradation of Grade Pay from Rs. 4200/- to Rs. 4600/- for Inspector Posts wef. 1.1.2006 still hold good.
4. It is hoped that the department will come forward for discussion on the above proposal with us in a positive manner and this proposal will be considered by the Competent Committee and finalized by 31.08.2011.
(Roop Chand)
General Secretary
Allotment of Surplus IP candidates.
Directorate vide memo No. a-34013/01/2009-DE(Pt.I) dated 30/06/2011 has made the allotment of surplus qualified OC candidates of Inspectors of Posts Examination for the year 2009 held from 4th to 6th January 2010 to fill up the unfilled vacancies of other circle.
13 candidates from the following Circle are allotted to Maharashtra Circle.
Tamil Nadu -6, Kerla-1, Delhi-1, Bihar-1, West Bengal-2 & Haryana-2
We congratulate them and welcome to Maharashtra Circle.
13 candidates from the following Circle are allotted to Maharashtra Circle.
Tamil Nadu -6, Kerla-1, Delhi-1, Bihar-1, West Bengal-2 & Haryana-2
We congratulate them and welcome to Maharashtra Circle.
Post offices to offer core banking solution by next year
New Delhi: In a major exercise to boost its profitability, the Department of Posts (DoP) plans to introduce core banking solution besides setting up India Post ATMs and debit cards for its customers.
"We have set target of bringing in core banking solution by 2012. It will ensure smooth online transactions. We are giving some e-payment services, but they are fragmented," a top offical from Department of Post said.
He added that the work for setting up 1,000 India Post ATMs was in advanced stage and DoP had already held parleys with vendors on this front. "We will also issue debit cards to our existing savings account-holders," the source added.
The DoP is tying up with banks so that customers can use their India Post debit card at any ATM machine pan-India.
With a network reach of over 1.44 lakh post offices, DoP hopes to transform itself into a post bank. "Yes, this is very much possible. We are offering three-fourth of a bank's services and have the widest reach. The infrastructure is almost ready. In fact, we have given this proposal to the Ministry of Finance and are waiting for its comments," he added.
The lack of modern banking facilities in rural areas and dependence of villagers on informal sector for their credit requirements prompted government to establish a post bank.
PTI
Source: Zee News
"We have set target of bringing in core banking solution by 2012. It will ensure smooth online transactions. We are giving some e-payment services, but they are fragmented," a top offical from Department of Post said.
He added that the work for setting up 1,000 India Post ATMs was in advanced stage and DoP had already held parleys with vendors on this front. "We will also issue debit cards to our existing savings account-holders," the source added.
The DoP is tying up with banks so that customers can use their India Post debit card at any ATM machine pan-India.
With a network reach of over 1.44 lakh post offices, DoP hopes to transform itself into a post bank. "Yes, this is very much possible. We are offering three-fourth of a bank's services and have the widest reach. The infrastructure is almost ready. In fact, we have given this proposal to the Ministry of Finance and are waiting for its comments," he added.
The lack of modern banking facilities in rural areas and dependence of villagers on informal sector for their credit requirements prompted government to establish a post bank.
PTI
Source: Zee News
GS Desk .......Charter of Demands in respect of Inspector, Posts cadre.
No. CHQ/IP-ASP/CoD /2011 Dated: 04.07.2011
To
Ms. Radhika Doraiswamy
Secretary (Posts)
Dak Bhawan, N.Delhi 110001
Sub: Charter of Demands in respect of Inspector, Posts cadre.
Respected Madam,
You are well aware that there is single recognized Association in the Department of Posts representing Inspectors and Assistant Superintendents, Posts. During the last Central Working Committee meeting of our Association, the CWC registered its concern towards the inordinate delay in processing the demand for higher grade pay to IP on par with Inspector cadre in other Central Government Departments/Ministries. All our members are very much aggrieved and frustrated due to the inaction and indifferent attitude of the Department towards Inspector, Posts cadre.
You may also well aware that the recommendations of the second CRC are still pending for implementation despite issue of Presidential sanction in the year 1990 but the same has not been implemented so far. Department has recently constituted a committee under the Chairmanship of DDG (P) for cadre review proposals relating to Group “C”, Postman/Mail Guard and MTS staff but the Department has failed to initiate action for forming cadre review committee in respect of Inspector, Posts cadre ignoring the instructions of the Nodal Department issued vide No.35034/9/2010-Estt.(D) dated 10.02.2011.
In addition to above two issues, other issues mentioned in the Charter of Demands are also equally important and deserve liquidation by the Department. All these issues have already been taken by us with the Department from time to time but no positive action is forthcoming. All these issues are agitating the minds of our members and they are feeling frustrated as the Department is not recognizing the services rendered by our cadre and the Department has even failed to finalize some of our demands in which no financial implications are involved.
Therefore, our Association has decided to submit the enclosed charter of demands to the Department. Our Association appeals the Secretary, Department of Posts to hold meeting with the Association to discuss and resolve these issues in positive manner.
We hope that the Department will come forward for discussion on the issues mentioned in the Charter of Demands at the earliest.
Awaiting favourable response.
Yours sincerely,
(Roop Chand)
General Secretary
Charter of Demands of All India Association of Inspectors & Asstt. Supdts. Posts
i. Up-gradation of Grade Pay of Inspector, Posts from Rs. 4200/- to Rs. 4600/- with effect from 01.01.2006 and merger of post of Assistant Superintendent, Posts with the post of PS Group “B” as both are having Gazetted status and difference in Grade Pay is only Rs. 200/-
ii. Implementation of the recommendations of Second CRC and restructuring of Inspector, Posts cadre as an Inspector is getting promotion in P.S. Group “B” only after 24 to 26 years of service in Inspector, Posts cadre.
iii. There are 866 posts in PS Group “B” cadre. At present 75% posts i.e., 649 are filled through DPC on the basis of seniority cum fitness. 19% posts i.e., 165 are filled through LDCE among IP line officials and 6% i.e., 52 are filled through LDCE among General Line officials. Consequent upon the introduction of Postmaster cadre, there should be no change in 75% posts i.e., 649 posts through seniority quota. 87 posts of Senior Postmaster to be filled up through LDCE of IP line officials should be adjusted in 165 posts of existing examination quota of PS Group “B”.
iv. Consequent upon the introduction of Postmaster cadre, suitable amendment may be made in Recruitment Rules of PS Group “B” cadre revising quota of IP Line through seniority from 75% to 87%, IP Line through LDCE from 19% to 10% and General Line from 6% to 3%.
v. Supply of Laptops to all IPs/ASPs.
vi. 141 HSG I IP line posts may be re-designated as Assistant Superintendent Posts as it is a promotional for Inspector, Posts.
vii. Revision of rates of remuneration for performing duty as Invigilators in the examinations.
viii. Promotion earned through examination should not be counted while granting MACP.
ix. Holding of periodical meetings with the Association at regular intervals. No periodical meeting has been held since long time despite submission of agenda for the same.
(Roop Chand)
General Secretary
To
Ms. Radhika Doraiswamy
Secretary (Posts)
Dak Bhawan, N.Delhi 110001
Sub: Charter of Demands in respect of Inspector, Posts cadre.
Respected Madam,
You are well aware that there is single recognized Association in the Department of Posts representing Inspectors and Assistant Superintendents, Posts. During the last Central Working Committee meeting of our Association, the CWC registered its concern towards the inordinate delay in processing the demand for higher grade pay to IP on par with Inspector cadre in other Central Government Departments/Ministries. All our members are very much aggrieved and frustrated due to the inaction and indifferent attitude of the Department towards Inspector, Posts cadre.
You may also well aware that the recommendations of the second CRC are still pending for implementation despite issue of Presidential sanction in the year 1990 but the same has not been implemented so far. Department has recently constituted a committee under the Chairmanship of DDG (P) for cadre review proposals relating to Group “C”, Postman/Mail Guard and MTS staff but the Department has failed to initiate action for forming cadre review committee in respect of Inspector, Posts cadre ignoring the instructions of the Nodal Department issued vide No.35034/9/2010-Estt.(D) dated 10.02.2011.
In addition to above two issues, other issues mentioned in the Charter of Demands are also equally important and deserve liquidation by the Department. All these issues have already been taken by us with the Department from time to time but no positive action is forthcoming. All these issues are agitating the minds of our members and they are feeling frustrated as the Department is not recognizing the services rendered by our cadre and the Department has even failed to finalize some of our demands in which no financial implications are involved.
Therefore, our Association has decided to submit the enclosed charter of demands to the Department. Our Association appeals the Secretary, Department of Posts to hold meeting with the Association to discuss and resolve these issues in positive manner.
We hope that the Department will come forward for discussion on the issues mentioned in the Charter of Demands at the earliest.
Awaiting favourable response.
Yours sincerely,
(Roop Chand)
General Secretary
Charter of Demands of All India Association of Inspectors & Asstt. Supdts. Posts
i. Up-gradation of Grade Pay of Inspector, Posts from Rs. 4200/- to Rs. 4600/- with effect from 01.01.2006 and merger of post of Assistant Superintendent, Posts with the post of PS Group “B” as both are having Gazetted status and difference in Grade Pay is only Rs. 200/-
ii. Implementation of the recommendations of Second CRC and restructuring of Inspector, Posts cadre as an Inspector is getting promotion in P.S. Group “B” only after 24 to 26 years of service in Inspector, Posts cadre.
iii. There are 866 posts in PS Group “B” cadre. At present 75% posts i.e., 649 are filled through DPC on the basis of seniority cum fitness. 19% posts i.e., 165 are filled through LDCE among IP line officials and 6% i.e., 52 are filled through LDCE among General Line officials. Consequent upon the introduction of Postmaster cadre, there should be no change in 75% posts i.e., 649 posts through seniority quota. 87 posts of Senior Postmaster to be filled up through LDCE of IP line officials should be adjusted in 165 posts of existing examination quota of PS Group “B”.
iv. Consequent upon the introduction of Postmaster cadre, suitable amendment may be made in Recruitment Rules of PS Group “B” cadre revising quota of IP Line through seniority from 75% to 87%, IP Line through LDCE from 19% to 10% and General Line from 6% to 3%.
v. Supply of Laptops to all IPs/ASPs.
vi. 141 HSG I IP line posts may be re-designated as Assistant Superintendent Posts as it is a promotional for Inspector, Posts.
vii. Revision of rates of remuneration for performing duty as Invigilators in the examinations.
viii. Promotion earned through examination should not be counted while granting MACP.
ix. Holding of periodical meetings with the Association at regular intervals. No periodical meeting has been held since long time despite submission of agenda for the same.
(Roop Chand)
General Secretary
GS Desk .......Quota of IP Line in PS Gr “B” Examination on introduction of Postmaster cadre in Postal Wing.
No. CHQ/PS Gr. “B” /2011 Dated: 04.07.2011
To
Ms. Radhika Doraiswamy
Secretary (Posts)
Dak Bhawan, N.Delhi 110001
Sub: Quota of IP Line in PS Gr “B” Examination on introduction of Postmaster cadre in Postal Wing.
Ref: Postal Directorate no. 4-17/2008-SPB –II dt. 22.11.2010
Respected Madam,
Your kind attention is invited to our letter of even no. dt. 11.04.2011 (copy enclosed) on the subject mentioned above.
Out of 866 posts of PS Gr “B”, 116 posts of Senior Postmaster have been earmarked for Postmaster Cadre in the manner given below:
IP Line 75% 87 posts through LDCE
General Line 25% 29 posts through DPC
Thus, 750 posts still remain in PS Group “B”. These posts may be divided among IP Line and General Line as suggested below by suitable amendment in Recruitment Rules of PS Group “B”.
A. Position before introduction of Postmaster Cadre:
Total no. of PS Group “B” posts 866
Number of Posts earmarked for promotion through DPC (only for IP Line) 649
Number of Posts earmarked for promotion through examination
(i) For IP line ( 19% of 866 posts) = 165 217
(ii) For General Line (6% of 866 posts) = 52
B. Position after introduction of Postmaster Cadre:
Total no. of PS Group “B” posts 750
Number of Posts earmarked for promotion through DPC (only for IP Line) 87% 652
Number of Posts earmarked for promotion through examination
(i) For IP line ( 10% of 750 posts) = 75 98
(ii) For General Line (3% of 750 posts) = 23
C. No. of Group “B” posts available for General Line officials:
Number of Group “B” Posts available for General Line officials prior to introduction of Postmaster Cadre (6% of 866) 52
(i) No. of posts in PS Group “B” through examination (3% of 750) 23
(ii) No. of posts in Senior Postmaster Grade through DPC (25% of 116) 29
(iii) Total posts available for General Line 52
Thus, General Line officials are not loosing any Group “B” posts due to introduction of Postmaster Cadre.
D. No. of Group “B” posts available for IP Line officials:
Number of Group “B” Posts available for IP Line officials prior to introduction of Postmaster Cadre (94% of 866) 814
(i) No. of posts in PS Group “B” through examination (19% of 866) 165
(ii) No. of posts in Senior Postmaster Grade through LDCE (75% of 116) 87
(iii) No. of posts in PS Group “B” through LDCE - proposed (10% of 750) 75
(iv) Total posts available for IP Line through examination 162
(v)No. of posts in PS Group “B” through DPC – proposed (87% of 750) 652
(vi) Total posts available for IP Line in PS Group “B” + Sr. Postmaster (iv + v) 814
Thus, IP Line officials will loose only three posts in examination quota but will get these posts by promotion through DPC. Overall, there is no change in quota of IP Line as well as General Line.
In view of above facts, it is requested to kindly consider and implement the proposal by taking appropriate action to amend the PS Group “B” Recruitment Rules as requested earlier on 11.04.2011.
We hope that an early action will be taken in the interest of both IP Line and General Line officials.
Yours sincerely,
(Roop Chand)
General Secretary
To
Ms. Radhika Doraiswamy
Secretary (Posts)
Dak Bhawan, N.Delhi 110001
Sub: Quota of IP Line in PS Gr “B” Examination on introduction of Postmaster cadre in Postal Wing.
Ref: Postal Directorate no. 4-17/2008-SPB –II dt. 22.11.2010
Respected Madam,
Your kind attention is invited to our letter of even no. dt. 11.04.2011 (copy enclosed) on the subject mentioned above.
Out of 866 posts of PS Gr “B”, 116 posts of Senior Postmaster have been earmarked for Postmaster Cadre in the manner given below:
IP Line 75% 87 posts through LDCE
General Line 25% 29 posts through DPC
Thus, 750 posts still remain in PS Group “B”. These posts may be divided among IP Line and General Line as suggested below by suitable amendment in Recruitment Rules of PS Group “B”.
A. Position before introduction of Postmaster Cadre:
Total no. of PS Group “B” posts 866
Number of Posts earmarked for promotion through DPC (only for IP Line) 649
Number of Posts earmarked for promotion through examination
(i) For IP line ( 19% of 866 posts) = 165 217
(ii) For General Line (6% of 866 posts) = 52
B. Position after introduction of Postmaster Cadre:
Total no. of PS Group “B” posts 750
Number of Posts earmarked for promotion through DPC (only for IP Line) 87% 652
Number of Posts earmarked for promotion through examination
(i) For IP line ( 10% of 750 posts) = 75 98
(ii) For General Line (3% of 750 posts) = 23
C. No. of Group “B” posts available for General Line officials:
Number of Group “B” Posts available for General Line officials prior to introduction of Postmaster Cadre (6% of 866) 52
(i) No. of posts in PS Group “B” through examination (3% of 750) 23
(ii) No. of posts in Senior Postmaster Grade through DPC (25% of 116) 29
(iii) Total posts available for General Line 52
Thus, General Line officials are not loosing any Group “B” posts due to introduction of Postmaster Cadre.
D. No. of Group “B” posts available for IP Line officials:
Number of Group “B” Posts available for IP Line officials prior to introduction of Postmaster Cadre (94% of 866) 814
(i) No. of posts in PS Group “B” through examination (19% of 866) 165
(ii) No. of posts in Senior Postmaster Grade through LDCE (75% of 116) 87
(iii) No. of posts in PS Group “B” through LDCE - proposed (10% of 750) 75
(iv) Total posts available for IP Line through examination 162
(v)No. of posts in PS Group “B” through DPC – proposed (87% of 750) 652
(vi) Total posts available for IP Line in PS Group “B” + Sr. Postmaster (iv + v) 814
Thus, IP Line officials will loose only three posts in examination quota but will get these posts by promotion through DPC. Overall, there is no change in quota of IP Line as well as General Line.
In view of above facts, it is requested to kindly consider and implement the proposal by taking appropriate action to amend the PS Group “B” Recruitment Rules as requested earlier on 11.04.2011.
We hope that an early action will be taken in the interest of both IP Line and General Line officials.
Yours sincerely,
(Roop Chand)
General Secretary
7% Rise in DA/DR for Central Government Employees/Pensioners
1. For all the Central Government Employees/pensioners, there would be a rise of 7% in DA /DR to, which would result in the overall DA / DR of 58% from 1.7.2011 - as per calculations below (as per Calculation based on All India Consumer Price Index Number for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW) on base 2001=100).
2. HOW TO CALCULATE DEARNESS ALLOWANCE...
Every month government has announced All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial
workers, according to the price of commodities.
Month & year Price Index with base year
2001 = 100
July 2010 178
August 2010 178
September 2010 179
October 2010 181
November 2010 182
December 2010 185
Jan 2011 188
Feb 2011 185
March 2011 185
April 2011 186
May 2011 187
June 2011 187 (Assumed)
(considering MKT situation)
Total 2201/12
Average 183.416
3. With effect from 01.01.2006, Dearness allowance is granted to compensate the price increase above 536 points Base Year 1982=100),(115.763 points Base Year 2001=100).
4. The half yearly rise in DA/DR is granted on the basis of average price index of 12 months prior to 1st January/1stJuly
5. As per above table, the total of twelve month average price index prior to July 2011 =2199The twelve month average price index for the period as per above table.= 183.416
6. Subtract 115.763 from 183.416which works out to 67.653 It is a rise over 115.763 as on 31.12.2005 (with respect to base year 2001=100). Calculate the percentage rise by multiplying (67.653) with 100 / 115.763. It works out to 58.441
7. The fraction is to be ignored. The whole number only is to be considered. So the DA/DR admissible with effect from 1st July 2011 is 58% thus arise of 7% over 51% already being paid.
8. DA/DR with effect from 1/7/11
Average all India inflation index 183.416-115.763 = 67.653x100 divided by 115.76 = 58%
Courtesy: Er. S.C.Maheshwari
2. HOW TO CALCULATE DEARNESS ALLOWANCE...
Every month government has announced All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial
workers, according to the price of commodities.
Month & year Price Index with base year
2001 = 100
July 2010 178
August 2010 178
September 2010 179
October 2010 181
November 2010 182
December 2010 185
Jan 2011 188
Feb 2011 185
March 2011 185
April 2011 186
May 2011 187
June 2011 187 (Assumed)
(considering MKT situation)
Total 2201/12
Average 183.416
3. With effect from 01.01.2006, Dearness allowance is granted to compensate the price increase above 536 points Base Year 1982=100),(115.763 points Base Year 2001=100).
4. The half yearly rise in DA/DR is granted on the basis of average price index of 12 months prior to 1st January/1stJuly
5. As per above table, the total of twelve month average price index prior to July 2011 =2199The twelve month average price index for the period as per above table.= 183.416
6. Subtract 115.763 from 183.416which works out to 67.653 It is a rise over 115.763 as on 31.12.2005 (with respect to base year 2001=100). Calculate the percentage rise by multiplying (67.653) with 100 / 115.763. It works out to 58.441
7. The fraction is to be ignored. The whole number only is to be considered. So the DA/DR admissible with effect from 1st July 2011 is 58% thus arise of 7% over 51% already being paid.
8. DA/DR with effect from 1/7/11
Average all India inflation index 183.416-115.763 = 67.653x100 divided by 115.76 = 58%
Courtesy: Er. S.C.Maheshwari
Proposed Indefinite Strike 5/7/2011....Deferred
Today, proposed indefinite strike w.e.f. 05.07.2011 has been deferred by the leadership of Postal JCA after some understanding with the Department as per information received by the CHQ.
Allotment of Surplus Qualifed OC candidates of Inspector of Posts Examination for the year 2009 held from 4th to 6th Jan. 2010 to fill up the unfilled vacancies of other Circles.
Postal Directorate has issued orders on the above subject vide No. A-34013/01/2009-DE (Pt. I) dated 30-06-2011. For more details, please see sahuliyat.com.
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