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2 warring IAS officers shunted out of Mysuru

2 warring IAS officers shunted out of Mysuru

Rediff.com6 Jun 2021

The feud between two women officers was out in public in the last few days, with Nag announcing resignation at a press conference, accusing Sindhuri of "harassment".

Kejriwal urges PM to intervene to end IAS officers' strike

Kejriwal urges PM to intervene to end IAS officers' strike

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

The Delhi CM wrote to Modi on the fourth day of the sit-in he and his ministers are holding at Baijal's office, demanding that the L-G direct the IAS officers to end their "strike" and act against those who have struck work.

Maha scraps 5% Muslim quota in jobs, education; Oppn slams move

Maha scraps 5% Muslim quota in jobs, education; Oppn slams move

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

The previous Congress-NCP government had issued an ordinance to grant a 16 per cent quota to Marathas and five per cent to Muslims.

Govt may appoint non-IAS officers as secretaries

Govt may appoint non-IAS officers as secretaries

Rediff.com17 Aug 2010

The posts of secretaries and additional secretaries to Union ministries maybe soon held even by officers who do not belong to the Indian Administrative Service.

Akhilesh defends decision to suspend IAS officer

Akhilesh defends decision to suspend IAS officer

Rediff.com1 Aug 2013

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday defended the suspension of IAS officer Durga Shakti Nagpal, claiming that action was taken against her for demolishing the wall of a mosque without consulting seniors and not for preventing illegal sand mining.

Protests continue over IAS officer's death

Protests continue over IAS officer's death

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

Opposition parties continued their dharna for the third day on Thursday in the state assembly, demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the mysterious death of an upright IAS officer, forcing its adjournment till March 23, as protests over the death persisted across the state.

Ravneet Kaur: An IAS officer with varied experience

Ravneet Kaur: An IAS officer with varied experience

Rediff.com17 May 2023

The Appointments Committee of Cabinet has named Ravneet Kaur, a Punjab cadre IAS officer of 1988 batch, as chairperson of the Competition Commission of India (CCI). Kaur will hold the post for five years or until attaining the age of 65. She is the second woman to serve in an 'economic regulator' role after Madhabi Puri Buch, who was appointed chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Board of India last year and the first woman to head the country's chief national competition regulator.

IAS officer turns chauffeur on driver's retirement day

IAS officer turns chauffeur on driver's retirement day

Rediff.com5 Nov 2016

In a touching gesture, a district collector drove his chauffeur to office in his government vehicle on the latter's retirement day.

Accused of stalking, BJP MP's son appointed law officer

Accused of stalking, BJP MP's son appointed law officer

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Vikas Barala, son of BJP MP Subhash Barala and accused in a 2017 stalking case, has been appointed as an assistant advocate general in Haryana. The appointment is part of a broader recruitment of 100 law officers.

Rape victim demands CBI probe against IAS officer

Rape victim demands CBI probe against IAS officer

Rediff.com3 Feb 2014

The 23-year-old woman who was allegedly raped by IAS officer B B Mohanty on Sunday demanded a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation into the case.

Pahalgam terror attack victim among 56 awarded by J-K govt

Pahalgam terror attack victim among 56 awarded by J-K govt

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Among the 12 media personnel awarded are the PTI Srinagar Bureau Chief, Inayat Jehangir and PTI video journalist, Jammu Somil Abrol. Other awardees in this category include Avtar Krishan Bhat, Vivek Suri, Sunil Ji Bhat, Dinesh Manhotra, Bilal Ahmad Bhat, Razia Noor, Ishfaq Gowhar Zargar, Syed Khalid Hussain, Sarosh Kafeel, and Neeta Sharma.

Ex-Bihar MP, jailed in IAS officer murder, released

Ex-Bihar MP, jailed in IAS officer murder, released

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

The order for Mohan's release follows the cabinet nod for amending the prison rules under which, previously, those involved in serious cases like the killing of a government servant could not be released even after the elapse of 14 years.

IAS officer's death: Colleagues sign online petition for CBI probe

IAS officer's death: Colleagues sign online petition for CBI probe

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

Amidst rising public anger over the mysterious death of upright Indian Administrative Services officer D K Ravi, several IAS officers in Karnataka have signed an online petition addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking a CBI probe into the matter.

Dhankhar 2? WB governor ticks off Mamata over IAS officer

Dhankhar 2? WB governor ticks off Mamata over IAS officer

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

The governor relieved Chakravorty of her duties on February 12.

UP asks Centre to relieve 6 IAS officers

UP asks Centre to relieve 6 IAS officers

Rediff.com16 May 2007

A formal letter in this regard was sent by the state government on Tuesday requesting the Centre to relieve six senior IAS officers, including G B Patnaik, Anoop Mishra, J N Chamber and R Ramesh Kumar, official sources in Lucknow said.

CBI files chargesheet against IAS officer

CBI files chargesheet against IAS officer

Rediff.com8 Jul 2006

Lalit Varma has been chargesheeted for fudging his date of birth.

IAS officer death: Centre approves of CBI probe

IAS officer death: Centre approves of CBI probe

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

The Centre on Monday gave its nod for a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the mysterious death of IAS officer D K Ravi after Karnataka government fell in line and sent a fresh notification without any time limit.

Three retired IAS officers join BJP

Three retired IAS officers join BJP

Rediff.com4 Oct 2008

Former Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vijay Kapoor and two former chief secretaries -- Baleshwar Rai of Goa and Arun Kumar of Chhattisgarh -- on Saturday formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Rescued from a dustbin, preparing to be an IAS officer

Rescued from a dustbin, preparing to be an IAS officer

Rediff.com27 May 2014

Amazing story of two Indians -- the saviour and the saved - who are an example of how to face adversity and emerge victorious

SIT formed to probe Haryana IPS officer's suicide

SIT formed to probe Haryana IPS officer's suicide

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Chandigarh Police has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the suicide case of Haryana police officer Y Puran Kumar, ensuring a prompt and thorough investigation.

The Army Dogs Who Fought For India

The Army Dogs Who Fought For India

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

A salute to the brave military dogs who have faced enemy fire and made the supreme sacrifice in the service to the nation.

From IAS officer to Modi minister: Meet Ashwini Vaishnaw

From IAS officer to Modi minister: Meet Ashwini Vaishnaw

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

The 51-year-old BJP leader Vaishnaw, born in Rajasthan's Jodhpur, is a suave and former Odisha cadre IAS officer from the 1994 batch. He managed to wrangle support from the ruling BJD president and Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik despite being in the rival camp.

Karnataka IAS officer found dead in Lucknow

Karnataka IAS officer found dead in Lucknow

Rediff.com17 May 2017

inspector said a preliminary examination confirmed an injury on his chin while no other injury is visible.

Forces eliminate 7-member Jaish module in J-K, finish 18-month hunt

Forces eliminate 7-member Jaish module in J-K, finish 18-month hunt

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir have successfully neutralized a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terror module, known as the 'Israel Group,' after a year-and-a-half-long operation in the Kishtwar region.

31,000 RTI Appeals Await New CIC

31,000 RTI Appeals Await New CIC

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The Central Information Commission, which is functioning at full strength for the first time after December 2016, will need to consider 31,000 appeals and complaints. It takes more than a year for a matter to be heard by the Commission.

'I got IAS officer Durga suspended in 40 minutes'

'I got IAS officer Durga suspended in 40 minutes'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

A senior Samajwadi Party leader was caught on camera boasting before a rally that he was responsible of the suspension of Indian Administrative Service officer Durga Shakti Nagal, who campaigned against the sand mafia.

IIMA: PG course for IAS officers

IIMA: PG course for IAS officers

Rediff.com26 Feb 2005

Senior IAS officer arrested in AP illegal mining case

Senior IAS officer arrested in AP illegal mining case

Rediff.com28 Nov 2011

Investigations have revealed that the IAS officer Srilakshmi had violated several norms in allotting 68.5 acres of land to former minister Gali Janardhan Reddy's Obulapuram company. Mohammed Siddique reports.

Noida land scam: 3 IAS officers among 16 suspended

Noida land scam: 3 IAS officers among 16 suspended

Rediff.com10 Aug 2009

The IAS officials suspended for their alleged involvement in the 4721-crore-rupee scam are Rakesh Bahadur, Sanjeev Sharan and Ravindra Naik.

IAS officer's suspension: Centre awaits UP govt report

IAS officer's suspension: Centre awaits UP govt report

Rediff.com31 Jul 2013

Amid growing demand for revoking the suspension of Indian Administrative Service officer Durga Shakti Nagpal, the Centre on Wednesday said it is awaiting a report from the Uttar Pradesh government based on which it will decide the future course of action.

SAT Seeks Rs 100 Cr From ASTA

SAT Seeks Rs 100 Cr From ASTA

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

The tribunal granted partial relief to the appellants by modifying Sebi's directions on trading restrictions and account freezes, making them conditional on the deposit of the said amount.

Chattisgarh IAS officer puts foot on hospital bed, sparks row

Chattisgarh IAS officer puts foot on hospital bed, sparks row

Rediff.com5 May 2016

IAS officer Jagdish Sonkar, a 2013 batch officer went to Ramanujgank hospital on Monday for an inspection where he spoke to a patient. Many other patients and other hospital staff allegedly were furious over his behaviour. A source then clicked a photo, and posted it on social media, where it went viral.

Lady IAS officer rides to work

Lady IAS officer rides to work

Rediff.com30 Jan 2005

Snehlata Kumar Bhagat says riding helps her reache far-flung areas and catch tardy officials off guard.

Dissent on IAS officers' pay, position parity in bureaucracy

Dissent on IAS officers' pay, position parity in bureaucracy

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

The chairman of the committee, A K Mathur, sought abolishment of the two-year edge accorded to the IAS officers for empanelment, compared to other services, saying it was an 'archaic concept'.

Why this UP IAS officer ate mid-day meal with students

Why this UP IAS officer ate mid-day meal with students

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

"To get a first-hand experience of the quality of food served to children, the (GNIDA) CEO tasted the mid-day meal that was served to the students. He also interacted with the students on matters of their school," a GNIDA official said.

CBSE UP topper wants to become IAS officer

CBSE UP topper wants to become IAS officer

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Mythili Mishra who scored 99 per cent marks in the CBSE Class 12 exams wants to procure a bachelor's and master's degree in Political Science .

Noida techie death: Real estate firm director arrested

Noida techie death: Real estate firm director arrested

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Police on Tuesday arrested the director of a real estate group in connection with the death of a 27-year-old software engineer, whose car had plunged into a water-filled pit at a construction site in Noida's Sector 150, officials said.

Bihar IAS officers prefer Delhi over state

Bihar IAS officers prefer Delhi over state

Rediff.com12 Jul 2011

Babus from Bihar are ready to give up on their own state for a posting in New Delhi. Bihar today is facing a shortage of Indian Administrative Service officers, which is now affecting the ongoing development work, has badly hit Chief Minster Nitish Kumar's claims of susashan (good governance).

Lockdown: Woman IAS officer transferred for 'high-handedness'

Lockdown: Woman IAS officer transferred for 'high-handedness'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

In his complaint lodged with Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, former Congress MLA Surendra Singh Jadavat alleged that Chittorgarh SDM Tejasvi Rana also snatched currency notes from vendors in the mandi and tore them up. A sitting ruling party MLA, going to Circuit House in a vehicle, too was stopped by her and his driver was fined by police on her directions for not carrying licence.