proposals for the Presidential Awards on the occasion of the eve of Republic Day, 2021, have now become due for consideration.
Request received for VRS from Persons With Disabilities(DOPT) – Supreme Court Order
Every Government establishment shall provide reasonable accommodation and appropriate barrier free and conducive environment to employees with disability.
Clarification on Children Education Allowance/Hostel subsidy – J&K Order
Children Education Allowance and Hostel subsidy can be claimed by only one employee if both spouses are employed.
Ex-gratia payment to the families of Railway employees who caught Covid-19 – NFIR
Ex-gratia payment to the families of Covid-19 victims (Railway employees who got infected in the course of performing duties and unfortunately passed away) is being processed by the Railway Ministry. I have also spoken to the Financial Commissioner”(Railways) today and requested for positive action for providing relief to the families. Further development, if any, on this will be conveyed to the affiliates.
Clarification regarding restriction or ban on filling up of posts in Govt of India – Finmin Order
If any posts have been created after 01.07.2020 under delegated powers or authority, without approval of Department of Expenditure and have not yet been filled, then such posts shall not be filled. If it is deemed absolutely essential to fill them, proposals may be sent for approval of Department of Expenditure.