Retention of Railway accommodation by Railway officers/staff on their deputation to Railway PSUs
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA (BHARAT SARKAR)
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (RAIL MANTRALAYA)
(RAILWAY BOARD)
No.E(G)2008 QR-1-15
New Delhi, Dated 31.05.2017
The General Managers,
All Indian Railways and PUs,
(As per standard list).
Sub: Retention of Railway accommodation by Railway officers/staff on their deputation to Railway PSUs.
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The instructions issued vide Board’s letter No.E(G)2008 QR 1-15 dated 18.12.2014 in regard to retention of Railway accommodation at their previous place of posting by officials on deputation to Railway PSUs have been reviewed.
2. Now in exercise of the power to make reasonable relaxations in public interest for a class/group of employees, in all or any of the existing provisions regarding house allotment/retention, considering the shortage of houses/ accommodation in Delhi/NCR area, the Board have decided in the first phase Railway officers/staff in occupation of Railway accomodation in areas other than Delhi/NCR on their deputation to Railway PSUs may be permitted to retain their Railway accommodation at the place of previous posting further beyond 30.06.2016 for a period up to 30.06.2019
3. This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways
4. Please ackowledge receipt
(Sanjay Guari)
Deputy Director Establishment (Genl.)
Railway Board
Railway Order : Advance Correction Slip No.238 – Discontinuance of Natural Calamity Advance
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
RAILWAY BOARD
No.E(G) 2017 / AD 1-1
RBE No. 52/2017
New Delhi, dated 30.05.2017
The General Managers & FA&CAOs,
All Indian Railways &
Production Units etc.
(as per standard mailing list)
Sub: Grant of Advances – Seventh Central Pay Commission recommendations – Discontinuance of Natural Calamity Advance.
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The Seventh Central Pay Commission vide Para 9.1.4 had recommended that all the interest-free advances being granted to the Central Government employees should be abolished. The Government’s decision in this regard has been conveyed by the Ministry of Finance vide their OM No.12(1)E.II(A)/2016 dated 07.10.2016. According to the instructions contained therein, the Natural Calamity Advance in addition to six other advances has been abolished.
2.The Government’s decision in respect of abolition of advance of Natural Calamity Advance has been considered by the Ministry of Railways in consultation with Finance Directorate. It has been decided to abolish Natural Calamity advance w.e.f. 07.10.2016. The cases where the advances have already been sanctioned need not be reopened.
3. The provisions in respect of Natural Calamity Advance are contained in paras 1123 and 1123(A) of Indian Railway Establishment Manual (IREM) Volume-I. In view of the above, it is directed that paras 1123 and 1123 (A) of IREM may be amended as in the enclosed Advance Correction Slip No.238.
4. This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
5. Please acknowledge receipt.
DA: Correction Slip.
(D.Joseph)
Dy.Dir./E(G) III
Railway Board
ADVANCE CORRECTION SLIP TO THE INDIAN RAILWAY ESTABLISHMENT MANUAL VOLUME-I
Advance Correction Slip No.238.
The following amendments may be made to Para 1123 and 1123(A) of the Indian Railway Establishment Manual, Volume-I
Para 1123 and 1123(A) may be substituted as under:
Para 1123 and 1123(A) Natural Calamity Advance
The provisions stand deleted as the advance in this regard has been abolished by the Seventh Pay Commission.
(Authority : Railway Board’s letter No.E(G)2017/AD 1-1 dated 30/05/2017)
Subject: Implementation of Government’s decision on the recommendations of 7th Central Pay Commission – Revision of pension of pre-2016 Pensioners / Family Pensioners, etc.-reg.
Reference is invited to the Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare OM No.38/37/2016-P&PW (A) dated-12th May 2017 (copy enclosed) regarding revision of pension of pre-2016 pensioners/family pensioners under 7th CPC recommendations. It has been decided that the Pension/Family Pension w.e.f. 01.01.2016 in respect of all Central civil pensioners/family pensioners, including CAPFs, who retired/died prior to 01.01.2016, will be revised by notionally fixing their pay in the pay matrix recommended by the 7th CPC in the Level/Index corresponding to the pay in the pay scale/pay band and grade pay at which they retired/died. 50% of the notional pay fixed as per the 7th CPC as on 01.01.2016 shall be the revised pension and 30% of this notional pay shall be the revised family pension w.e.f. 1.1.2016. The amount of revised pension/family pension so arrived at shall be rounded off to the next higher rupee
2. In compliance of the above mentioned OM, all the Banks are required to ensure that the correct amount of revised pension and arrears thereto are paid to the pensioners/ family pensioners at the earliest on receipt of Revision Authority from CPAO. Accordingly, Banks are instructed as follows:
i. The functionality of pay fixation in terms of 7th CPC which entails new fields like Level & Index in the Pay Matrix should be incorporated in the software that the Banks are using for pension processing and calculation of arrears.
ii. The credit of revised pension in the bank accounts of pensioners/family pensioners and payment of arrears should be in a time bound manner after receipt of Revision Authority from CPAO (through electronic mode). It should not be later than the next due date of credit of pension in the pensioners accounts.
iii. No arrears on account of revision of Pension/Family pension on notional fixation of pay will be admissible for the period prior to 1.1.2016. The arrears on account of revision of pension/family pension in terms of these orders would be admissible with effect from 01.01.2016. For calculation of arrears becoming due on the revision of pension/ family pension on the basis of this O.M., the arrears of pension and the revised pension/family pension already paid on revision of pension/family pension in accordance with the instructions contained in the DP&PW OM No. 38/37/2016-P&PW (A) (ii) dated 04.08.2016 shall be adjusted.
iv. Banks are required to take immediate corrective action on the Internal Audit reports of CPAO on the audit of the pension paid by the banks to the pensioners/family pensioners under 7th CPC as per the 2.57 multiplication factor based on the DP&PW OM No. 38/37/2016-P&PW (A)(II) dated 04.08.2016 and CPAO ?M No. CPAO/I’I’ & Tech/ Revision (7th CPC)/19. Vol-III/2015-16/109 dated 11.08.2016 to ensure correct payment of arrears consequent to receipt of revision authority from CPAO as per (ii) above.
3. Regular review meetings shall be held with the CPPCs and Government Business Divisions of Banks to monitor the progress in this regard. Banks are directed to ensure adequate infrastructure & manpower at their end to process large number of revisions in a short period of time and also ensure regular internal monitoring at their level.
This issues with the approval of the competent authority.
Encl:-As above
(Md. Shahid Kamal Ansari)
(Asstt. Controller of Accounts)
Non implementation of 7th CPC for Pensioners of autonomous bodies
No.5/3/2017-Plant-D
Government of India
Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Department of Commerce
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Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi
Dated: 02.06.2017
To,
Shri M.R. Sudharshan,
222, 9th Main Road,
Sri Venkataramana Swamy Temple Street,
Srinagara- 560050,
Karnataka.
E-mail: [email protected]
Subject: Grievance Registration No. DOPPW/E/2017/08318 dated 25.05.2017 regarding “Non implementation of 7th CPC for Pensioners of autonomous bodies”.
Sir,
With reference to the above mentioned subject, it is informed that the proposal of extension of the revised payscale of 7th CPC to the employees of autonomous bodies is under consideration of Finance Division, Department of Commerce. The benefits of 7th CPC and enhanced Dearness Relief to the pensioners will be considered after finalization of the pay scales of the employees of the Autonomous Bodies in accordance with 7th CPC.
CGEGIS 1980 – Tables of Benefits for the savings fund from 01.04.2017 to 30.06.2017
No.7(2)/EV/2016
Government of India
Ministry of Finance
Department of Expenditure
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New Delhi, the 2nd June, 2017
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Sub: Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme-1980 – Tables of Benefits for the savings fund for the period from 01.04.2017 to 30.06.2017.
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Ministry of Finance issues two Table of Benefits on quarterly basis for the savings fund to the beneficiaries under Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme (CGEGIS)-1980. While one Table of Benefits for the savings fund of the scheme is based on a subscription of Rs.10 per month per unit from 1.1.1982 to 31.12.1989 and Rs.15 per month per unit w.e.f. 1.1.1990 onwards, the other Table of Benefits for the savings fund is based on a subscription of Rs.10 per month in respect of the employess who had opted out of the revised rates of subscription w.e.f. 1.1.1990.
2. The Table of Benefits under CGEGIS-80 are prepared by IRDA based on the rate of interest notified by DEA for samll savings including GPF. Earlier, DEA used to notify the interest rate on financial year basis. However, DEA has now shifted to notifying the interest rate on quarterly basis. In view of this, it has been decided that the Table of benefits will be issued on quarterly basis commencing from 1.1.2017 to 31.3.2017.
3. The two tables under CGEGIS-80 for the first quarter of the year 2017 i.e, 01.01.2017 to 30.06.2017, prepared by IRDA, are enclosed. The benefits in the Tables have been worked out on the basis of interest @ 7.9% per annum (compounded quarterly), as notified by Department of Economic Affairs.
4. While calculating the amount it has been assumed that the subscription has been recovered or will be recovered from the salary of the month in which a member ceases to be in service failing which it should be deducted from accumulated amounts payable.
5. In its application to the employees of Indian Audit and Accounts Department this Office Memorandum issues in consultation with the Comptroller and Auditor General of India.
Introduction of Special Leave connected to inquiry of Sexual Harassment
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
RAILWAY BOARD
RBE No.51/2017
New Delhi, dated 29.05.2017
E(P&A)I-2017/CPC/LE-3
The General Managers and FA&CAOs
All Indian Railways & Production Units.
Sub: Introduction of Special Leave connected to inquiry of Sexual Harassment.
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Consequent upon the decision taken by the Govemment, the President is pleased to decide that the following rule may be inserted in the Railway Service (Liberalised Leave) Rules, 1949 in respect of female railway employees:-
Special Leave connected to inquiry of sexual harassment – Leave upto a period of 90 days may be granted to an aggrieved female Railway Servant on the recommendation of the Internal Committee or the Local Committee, as the case may be, during the pendency of inquiry under Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and the leave granted to the aggrieved female Railway Servant under this rule shall not be debited against the leave account.
2. This rule takes effect from the date, the notification was published by the Department of Personnel and Training viz. 15th March, 2017.
3. The provisions of the Railway Service (Liberalised Leave) Rules, 1949 are contained in Chapter-5 of Indian Railway Establishment Code (IREC), Volume-I, 1985 Edition (Reprint Edition-2008). In view of this, in exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to Article 309 of the Constitution, the president is pleased to direct that a new para 551(F) may be inserted in Chapter-5 of the Indian Railway Establishment Code, Volume — l, 1985 Edition (Reprint Edition-2008) as per enclosed Advance Correction Slip -132.
4. This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
5. Please acknowledge receipt.
DA:- Correction Slip.
sd/-
(Anil Kumar)
Dy.Director / E (P&A)-I
Railway Board
Dr Jitendra Singh felicitates the toppers of Civil Services Examination, 2016
The Union Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh felicitated the toppers of Civil Services Examination (2016), here today.
During the felicitation ceremony, Dr Jitendra Singh congratulated all the candidates who have cleared the Civil Services Examination 2016 and said that due to the high expectations of the people these days, it becomes a great challenge for the civil servants to optimally learn and perform as per their expectations. He said that the civil servants shall serve the nation to their best and act as a messenger of the general public. He said that the civil servants should always be humble in their attitude to succeed in their efforts.
Dr Jitendra Singh said that the civil servants contribute to the continuation in the Government set up and play a critical role. He said that they should always act independent and not perform anything under pressure, as their acts are always open to scrutiny.
The Minister said that it is right time for the civil servants to enter the service as they can better correlate to the aspirations of general public because more than 65% of India’s population is under 40 years of age. He said that 4 C’s- Clarity, Conviction, Courage and Consistency, shall dictate the performance of civil servants. Dr Jitendra Singh wished all the candidates a great success in future and said that the civil servants have the privilege of being the architect of India.
Addressing the toppers, Secretary, DoPT, Shri B. P. Sharma said that the toppers should develop an attitude to lead the team and work with due respect towards all team members. He also said that they should have balanced personality to succeed in their career. He wished them for the new phase of their life.
On the occasion, Secretary, DARPG, Shri C. Vishwanath also congratulated the toppers. He said that the honesty, integrity and commitment to serve people are the most important points to be always followed.
Senior officers of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions were also present on the occasion.
Extension of time limit for forwarding of 7th CPC Anomalies for consideration in the Departmental Anomaly Committee
RAILWAY ORDER
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
(RAILWAY BOARD)
No. PC-VII/2016/DAC/1
New Delhi, dated 25/05/2017
The General Secretary,
All India Railwaymen’s Federation
4, State Entry Road,
New Delhi – 110055.
The General Secretary
National Federation of
Indian Railwaymen,
3 Chemsford Road,
New Delhi – 110055
Dear Sirs,
Sub:- Extension of time limit for forwarding of 7th CPC Anomalies for consideration in the Departmental Anomaly Committee – regarding.
The undersigned is directed to say that in partial modification of this Ministry’s letter of even no. dated 05.10.2016, the time limits for receipt and disposal of anomalies, as mentioned in paragraph 4 of the letter are amended as under
(i) The time limit for receipt of anomalies is extended by three months from the date of expiry of receiving anomalies: i.e. from 04.04.2017 to 04.07.2017; and
(ii) The time limit for disposal of anomalies is extended by three months from the date of expiry of one year for the date of expiry of one year from the date of its constitution i.e. from 04.10.2017 to 04.01.2018.
DOPT initiated to dismiss from service incase of employee produced a fake caste certificate
No.36027/1/2017-Estt.(Res)
Government of India
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
Department of Personnel and Training
Establishment (Res-I) Section
North Block, New Delhi
Dated June 1, 2017
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject: Compilation of information about appointments made on the basis of fake/ false caste certificates and follow up action taken thereon – regarding
This Department have been receiving references from various Ministries/ Departments regarding appointments made on the basis of fake/ false caste certificates despite the instructions contained in the Department’s OM. No. 11012/1/91-Estt.(A) dated 19.05.1993, which have been re-iterated vide OM. No. 36011/1/2012 Estt.(Res.) dated 10.01.2013. The instructions provide that if it is found that a Government servant had furnished false information or produced a false certificate in order to secure appointment, he should not be retained in service. Thus when an appointing authority comes to know that an employee had submitted a false/ fake caste certificate, it has to initiate action to remove or dismiss such an employee from service as per the provisions of relevant Service Rules.
2.It has been decided to collect information from all the Ministries /Departments about appointments made on the basis of fake/ false caste certificates and follow up action taken thereon. Therefore, all the Ministries /Departments are requested to collect information from all Organisations under their administrative control about the cases where the candidates got/ alleged to have got appointment against vacancies reserved for Scheduled Cates, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes on the basis of false/ fake caste certificate and send a consolidated report in this regard in the enclosed Proforma to this Department by 15.07.2017 positively.
Encls: As above.
(Raju Saraswat)
Under Secretary to the Government of India
In a noble and humane gesture, elder citizens from among the pensioners donated fund for military and paramilitary martyrs to Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh.
Led by Secretary General of “Bharat Pensioners Samaj”, Shri S.C. Maheshwari, the senior, superannuated citizens met Dr Jitendra Singh here yesterday and handed over to him a cheque of the amount collected by them through donations by different pensioners. They said, they were contributing this amount to the Prime Minister’s Relief Fund for the specific purpose of welfare and care of the families of the martyrs from the military and paramilitary forces, who were sacrificing their lives in anti-terrorist operations.
The letter accompanying the cheque stated that “Bharat Pensioners Samaj”, a conglomerate of 725 pensioners associations, reiterates its resolve to stand solidly behind the government and urges that those who insult our men in uniform or hamper the army operations against terrorists, should be dealt with an iron hand.
Appreciating the gesture, Dr Jitendra Singh said, regardless of the amount donated by the senior citizens, the matter of fact is that the value of the amount is many times more than it appears to be, for the simple reason that it has been collected with a sense of impeccable patriotism and it has been contributed from the most hard-earned pension drawn by some of our senior citizens.
Dr Jitendra Singh said, we are proud of the Indian Army which is among the best forces in the world and we are also eternally indebted to the supreme sacrifices made by our army personnel. The sacrifices of a soldier, he said, cannot be compensated by any amount of money, but yet, a gesture like this is only meant to reaffirm our commitment to the motherland and to those bravehearts who laid down their lives so that we could live.
