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Bipartite Talks with IBA – Meeting Minutes

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Bipartite Talks with IBA – Meeting Minutes

Minutes of the Discussions held on 18.08.2018 between the Sub-Committee of IBA Negotiating Committee and 5 Unions viz. AIBEA, NCBE, BEFI, INBEF and NOBW Dated the 19th August 2018

“As informed earlier, another round of Bipartite Talks (8th round of Small Committee discussions) was held by Indian Banks’ Association with our 5 Workman Unions yesterday at Mumbai.

IBA team consisted of

Shri Rajkiran Rai G (MD/CEO, Union Bank of India)–Chairman of the Committee
Shri B. Rajkumar, Dy. Chief Executive, IBA
Shri M.K. Gupta, GM-HR, Bank of India
Shri Punit Jain, GM-HR, PNB
Shri T.S. Seshadri, GM-HR, Indian Bank
Shri S.K. Suri, GM-HR, Allahabad Bank
Shri Sanjay Prakash, DGM-HR, SBI
Shri S.K Kakkar, Sr. Advisor-HR&IR, IBA
Shri K S Chauhan, Sr. Vice President, HR&IR, IBA

Representatives from our 5 Workman Unions as under

Com C H Venkatachalam, AIBEA
Com Rajen Nagar, AIBEA
Com S K Bandlish, NCBE
Com S C Balaji, NCBE
Com Pradip Biswas, BEFI
Com Subhash Sawant, INBEF
Com Upendrakumar, NOBW

The meeting took stock of the discussions held so far in the last 7 rounds of talks held between our Unions and the IBA’s Small Committee team and arrived at the following tentative understandings.

  • Settlement will be effective from 1-11-2017.
  • Settlement will cover 37 Banks (20 PSBs, 10 Private Banks and 7 Foreign Banks). Mandate to be received from IDBI Bank, Catholic Syrian Bank and Royal Bank of Scotland.
  • When an employee is transferred from one station to another, instead of normal HRA, he/she will be paid HRA on Rent Receipt basis. Suitable ceilings will be prescribed.
  • Branches located in Special Economic Zone/EPZ, etc. to be paid HRA at par with Project Areas.
  • Notice period for availing Privilege Leave (other than for LFC) will stand reduced to 10 days.
  • Privilege leave taken on sick grounds when there is no sick leave will not be counted as an occasion of availing PL.
  • Beyond 30 years of service, additional sick leave will be granted at 1 month per year subject to a max. of 720 days in entire service. (it is 630 days now) i.e. 3 months additional sick leave.
  • Women employees can avail sick leave for the sickness of their children (upto 8 years of age) on production of medical certificate.
  • Extra ordinary Leave on loss of pay can be availed for 120 days at a time (it is 90 days now).
  • Maternity Leave can be availed in combination/continuation with other kind of leave.
  • Medical Bills for Maternity can be given after joining the Bank after availing ML irrespective of period.
  • 2 months leave with salary will be granted for Hysterectomy where ML limit is exhausted.
  • Paternity Leave can be sanctioned even in case of child adoption.
  • Absence from office due to curfew, riots, prohibitory orders, natural calamities, flood, etc. will be treated as special leave on duty.
  • LFC: permissible Distance will be revised as 2200 km/4400 km for nonsubstaff and 2600 km/5200 km for substaff (only for actual travel and not for encashment).
  • Road Mileage charges will be revised from Rs. 6 per km to Rs. 8 per km.
  • Train fare by Shatabdi and Rajdhani express trains (non-Executive Class) will be reimbursed under LFC if travel is undertaken by these trains. (For encashment, existing rules will continue).
  • Charges for local sightseeing while on LFC will be reimbursed within the entitlement on production of bills from approval operators.
  • GST charges on train fare will be reimbursed.
  • For employees working in North East States, LFC will begin from Guwahati and the fare from their place of work to Guwahati will be additionally paid. Similarly, Andaman Nicobar islands to Chennai/Kolkata, Lakshadweep to Kochi, far-flung area branches in Himalayas and J & K to nearest major railway station will be additionally reimbursed under LFC in addition to normal entitlement
  • For actual travel under LFC, train fare under dynamic fare system as on the date of booking of tickets will be reimbursed.
  • One more option will be given to choose between 2 years block or 4 years block.
  • Income criteria for definition of dependents will be revised from Rs.10,000 to Rs.12,000
  • Employees removed from service under Voluntary Cessation Scheme will be eligible for retirement benefits including pension, if otherwise eligible.
  • Employees removed from service under Voluntary Cessation Scheme will be given the chance to represent against the decision.
  • Facility of Crèche for children of women bank employees will be examined in the light of Government guidelines.
  • For employees transferred out of station under Deployment policy, the compensation amount will be revised from Rs. 400 to Rs. 600 per month.
  • When employees shift their personal effects while on transfer to another station, Breakage charges will be paid at Rs. 1650 for clerks and Rs. 1100 for substaff (on production of receipt) or Rs. 1100 for clerks and Rs. 825 for substaff (on Declaration basis).
  • For definition of Family, physically/mentally challenged children of employees will continue to be treated as dependents even after their marriage subject to income criteria.
  • Revision/increase in Conveyance Allowance to Physically Challenged employees will be suitably recommended to the Government.
  • Our demand for exemption of entire retirement benefits from the purview of Income Tax will be recommended to Government for their consideration.
  • Service Charges under New Pension Scheme will not be recovered from the employees and will be paid by the Banks.
  • When employees are sent to outstation for official duties, the rate of Diem Allowance/Halting Allowance will be increased after further discussions.
  • Guidelines will be worked out for reimbursement of Hotel Rent in such occasions subject to certain agreed ceilings.
  • Increase in Ex-Gratia amount payable to pre-1986 retirees/surviving spouse will be recommended to Government.
  • Other Allowances like Cycle Allowance, Washing Allowance, Split Duty Allowance, etc. will be increase by 15%.

Issues to be discussed further/to be finalised:

  • Total quantum of increase in wages
  • Index point for merger of DA to work out the new Pay Scales.
  • Merger of Special Allowance with Basic Pay
  • Revised DA formula
  • Revision in Special Pay, FPP, PQP
  • Improvement in Stagnation increment
  • Increase in HRA, Transport Allowance
  • Leave Bank system, Child Care Leave, Sabbatical Leave, Increase in Privilege leave /Encashment of PL
  • Increase in Annual medical Aid and improvement in Medical Insurance Scheme
  • Improvement in formula for calculation of Gratuity
  • Separate entitlement of LFC for husband and wife working in the same Bank
  • 5 Day Banking
  • PF contribution @12%
  • North East Allowance
  • Improvement in formula for Family Pension
  • Periodical updated of Pension
  • DA linked Pension in lieu of NPS for new recruits
  • Bringing all categories of pensioners to common Index level of 11th BPS.
  • Disciplinary Action procedures, punishments, etc.

Next round of meeting of the Full Negotiating Committee will be held by the first week of September, 2018. Further developments will be informed to members in due course.

Source : http://aipnbsf.org

Important Government Orders List August 2018

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Government Orders List – August 2018

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DOPT ORDERS for the month of August 2018

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DOPT ORDERS – August 2018

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Filing of Income Tax Returns registers an upsurge of 71% upto 31st August,2018

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Filing of Income Tax Returns registers an upsurge of 71% upto 31st August,2018

There has been a marked improvement in the number of Income Tax Returns(ITRs) filed during FY 2018 (upto 31/08/2018, the extended due date of filing) compared to the corresponding period in the preceding year. The total number of ITRs e-filed upto 31/08/2018 was 5.42 crore as against 3.17 crore upto 31/08/2017, marking an

increase of 70.86%. Almost 34.95 lakh returns were uploaded on 31/08/2018 itself, being the last date of the extended due date of filing of ITRs.

A remarkable increase is seen in the number of ITRs in 2 categories ie ITRs filed by salaried Individuals (ITR-1& 2) as also those availing the benefit of the Presumptive Taxation Scheme(ITR-4).

The total number of e-returns of salaried Individual taxpayers filed till 31/08/2018 increased to 3.37 crore from 2.19 crore returns filed during the corresponding period of 2017, registering an increase of 1.18 crore returns translating into a growth of almost 54%.

A stupendous growth has been witnessed in the number of returns e-filed by persons availing the benefit of Presumptive Tax, with 1.17 crore returns having been filed upto 31st August, 2018 compared to 14.93 lakh returns upto 31st August, 2017 registering a massive increase of 681.69%.

The increase in the number of returns reveals a marked improvement in the level of voluntary compliance of taxpayers which can be attributed to several factors, including the impact of demonetisation, enhanced persuasion & education of taxpayers as also the impending provision of late fee which would be effective on late filing of

returns. This is indicative of an India moving steadily towards a more tax compliant society & reflects the impact of continuous leveraging of technology to improve taxpayer service delivery.

PM launches India Post Payments Bank – a major initiative towards financial inclusion

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PM launches India Post Payments Bank – a major initiative towards financial inclusion

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today launched the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) at Talkatora Stadium in New Delhi. The function was witnessed at over 3000 locations across the country, which were connected to the main event in Delhi.

Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said that through the India Post Payments Bank, banking services will conveniently reach the remotest places in the country, and the people living there.

He recalled that the Union Government had earlier rolled out the Jan Dhan Yojana to establish financial inclusion. He said that today’s launch of IPPB is one more step to achieve this objective. He said IPPB branches have opened across 650 districts today.

The Prime Minister said that the postman has long been a respected and accepted person in the villages. He said the trust on the postman remains, despite the advent of modern technology. He said that the Government’s approach is to reform existing frameworks and structures, and hence, transform them in accordance with the changing times. He said that there are over 1.5 lakh post offices and over three lakh postmen or “grameen dak sevaks” who are connected to the people of the country. Now they shall be empowered with smartphones and digital devices to provide financial services.

Enumerating the benefits of IPPB, he said it will enable money transfer, transfer of government benefits, bill payments and other services such as investment and insurance. He added that postmen would deliver these services at the doorstep. He said that IPPB will also facilitate digital transactions, and help deliver the benefits of schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, which provide assistance to farmers.

The Prime Minister said that since 2014, the Union Government has been dealing firmly with the distortions and problems that had arisen in India’s banking sector due to indiscriminate loan advances. He said existing loans have been reviewed and a professional approach has been taken with regard to the banking sector. He mentioned other measures such as the Fugitive Economic Offenders Bill, which have been taken to ensure that the guilty are punished.

The Prime Minister said that now Mudra loans worth over 13 lakh crore rupees have been given to the poor and middle class, for creating self-employment opportunities. He said that today, as India achieves its best ever Asian Games performance, and the economy shows excellent growth numbers, the entire country is full of new self-confidence. He said this is the result of the collective efforts of the people. He said today India is not just the fastest growing economy in the world, but also the country that is eradicating poverty the fastest.

The Prime Minister said that 3 lakh “dak sevaks” would be the key to provide financial services to every home, every farmer and every small enterprise in the villages. He mentioned that in recent months, several steps have been taken for the welfare of “dak sevaks” and to meet their long pending demand. These have led to a substantial increase in their salary, he added. He expressed confidence that IPPB shall reach over 1.5 lakh post offices across the country within the next few months.

Scheme of Promotion of Adventure Sports & Similar Activities amongst Central Government Employees

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Scheme of Promotion of Adventure Sports & Similar Activities amongst Central Government Employees

No.125/1/2015-16/CCSCSB
Government of India
Central Civil Services Cultural & Sports Board
Department of Personnel & Training

Dated 30th August, 2018

CIRCULAR

Sub: Scheme of Promotion of Adventure Sports & Similar Activities amongst Central Government Employees -Programmes to be organized by Youth Hostel Association of India.

Please refer to this Department’s Circular of even number dated 2.2.2018 on the above mentioned subject. According to recent judgement of Uttarakhand High Court, YHAI will not be able to organize National Himalayan Trekking & Training Programme, Roop Kund in Bugyal area of Uttarakhand during this year (Sr. No. 19 of the circular of even number dated 2.2.2018).

2. Accordingly YHAI is shifting all participants, who have enrolled for this programme to the following programmes, after their confirmation.

I. National Himalayan Trekking Expedition-2018, Valley of Flowers
II. National Himalayan Trekking Expedition-2018 Hampta Pass & Chandertal

3. This is for information of all concerned.

Yours faithfully,

(kulbhushan Malhotra)
Secretary (CCSCSB)

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Expected IDA from October 2018 Calculator

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Nov, 2017 288 126.9 1st Jan 2018
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NJCA decided to observe an “All India Demands Day” on 19th September, 2018 – Charter of Demands

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NJCA decided to observe an “All India Demands Day” on 19th September, 2018 – Charter of Demands

NJCA
National Joind Council of Action
4, State Entry Road, New Delhi — 110055

No.NJCA/2018

Dated: August 18, 2018

To,
All Constituents of NJCA,

Dear Comrades,

The NJCA met on 18.08.2018 and has taken a serious note of the indifferent and anti-labour attitude of the government, in not fulfilling its assurances held out to the NJCA on 30th June, 2016 and 6th July, 2016 and decided to revive the decision of the “Indefinite Strike” to compel the government to come to a negotiated settlement on the “Charter of Demands“, forwarded to the Cabinet Secretary vide NJCA’s letter dated 03.07.2018, which includes – (i) Upward Revision of Minimum Wage and Fitment Formula, (ii) Scrapping the New Contributory Pension Scheme, (iii) Allow Option No.1 as one of the Pension Fitment Formula.

The NJCA decided to observe an “All India Demands Day” on 19th September, 2018 through massive demonstrations all over the country. The meeting also decided to forge unity with the State Government Employees, Organizations of the Teachers etc., to compel the governments to retrace their anti-labour steps and to settle all the contentious issues.

The NJCA also decided to start grassroots level preparations, by organizing dhamas, demonstrations, meetings etc., to prepare them for an “Indefinite Strike” to compel the government for settlement of our long pending demands.

Copies of the Resolution adopted on 18.08.2018 and letter addressed to the Cabinet Secretary are also enclosed herewith for your information and necessary action.

Yours fraternally,

(Shiva Gopal Mishra)
Convener

Source : Confederation

All India Demands Day

NJCA writes to Cabinet Secretary, GOI for Revision of Minimum Wage and Fitment Formula

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NJCA writes to Cabinet Secretary, GOI for Revision of Minimum Wage and Fitment Formula

NJCA
National Joind Council of Action
4, State Entry Road, New Delhi — 110055

No.NJCA/2018

Dated: August 18, 2018

To,
The Cabinet Secretary,
Government of India and
Chairman, National Council/JCM

Dear Sir,

The NJCA of the Constituent Organizations of the JCM met on 18.08.2018 at Delhi and adopted the enclosed Resolution.

The NJCA noted that there is serious agitation amongst the Central Government Employees as the issues of – (i) Upward Revision of Minimum Wage and Fitment Formula, (ii) Scrapping the New Contributory Pension Scheme, (iii) Allow Option No.1 as one of the Pension Fitment Formula, have not yet been resolved and the government is not in a mood to administer justice to those demands.

The NJCA has taken a serious note of the government’s indifferent attitude towards the demands of the Central Government Employees by going back from its assurances, held out to the NJCA, through the Group of Ministers, on 30.06.2016 and 06.07.2016.

Considering the indifferent and anti-labour attitude of the government in not settling the three major demands, mentioned above, the NJCA has decided to revive the decision of an “Indefinite Strike” in all the Central Government Organizations, responsibility of which shall squarely fall on the government.

It is urged upon the government to come to a negotiated settlement on the following issues:-

(a) Upward Revision of Minimum Wage and Fitment Formula
(b) Scrapping the New Contributory Pension Scheme,
(c) Allow Option No.1 as one of the Pension Fitment Formula,

An earlier and favourable action is solicited.

Yours faithfully,
(Shiva Gopal Mishra)
Convener

Source : Confederation

Minimum Wage and Fitment Formula

Procedure to process cases to accord exemption for air travel in airlines other than Air India

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Procedure to process cases to accord exemption for air travel in airlines other than Air India

F.No.9-21/2017-Fin. (Pt-II)
Government of India
Ministry of Communications
Department of Telecommunications
(Finance Branch)

New Delhi, the 20th August, 2018

OFFICE MEMORANDUM

Subject:- Procedure to process cases to accord exemption for air travel in airlines other than Air India in individual cases – Regarding.

Reference is invited to Department of Expenditure O.M. No.19024/1/2009-E.IV dated 07.06.2016 on the ‘subject ‘cited above. In this context it is observed that a considerable number of cases in connection With travelling on official tour/LTC in private airlines (other than Air India) are being received for according post-facto approval. Availing the services of private airlines and subsequently seeking post-facto relaxation/approval is not a healthy practice.

2. With a view to avoid the following procedure is prescribed for travelling on official tour/LTC:-

(a)Officers should prepare tour programme sufficiently in advance and tickets for Air India be booked.

(b) The guidelines issued by the Ministry of Finance for relaxation to travel by airlines other than Air India must be adhered to and request for relaxation be Submitted at least seven (7) working days in advance from the date of travel.

(c) The tickets in either case should be booked either from the website of the Airlines or through the authorized agents nominated by the Ministry of

(d) Proposals for according post-facto approvals will not be entertained. However, in deserving cases, the proposal may be submitted with full justification for not obtaining prior approval.

3. The contents of this Circular may be brought to the notice of all concerned.

(Smruti Ranjan Swain)
DIRECTOR (FINANCE)

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