Babus, mantris & buzz: Why did Shivraj Singh Chauhan praise Amit Shah?
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Why did Shivraj Singh Chauhan praise Amit Shah?
After writing a book on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan showered praise on Home Minister Amit Shah. Speaking at a function, he said, "Honourable Amit Bhai Shahji is the ideal embodiment of Modi's Fit India Movement." He added that people should learn from "Amit Bhai Shahji" how to stay healthy.
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Will Jitu Patwari move to central Congress politics?
Insiders say Madhya Pradesh Congress Committee President Jitu Patwari is likely to be elevated to an important national role in the Congress.
Cabinet reset imminent on July 1? Signals point to key government announcements
Sources indicate that July 1 could be a significant day for the government, with a series of announcements expected along with the possible beginning of cabinet-level changes. Senior officials across ministries have reportedly been instructed to remain in New Delhi, suggesting coordinated developments rather than routine administrative activity.
While there has been no official confirmation, several indicators point to a structured rollout of decisions that may include ministerial reshuffles, portfolio realignments and policy announcements linked to governance priorities ahead of a politically significant period.
Government insiders say logistical preparations have been unusually extensive, reinforcing expectations that the announcements could carry both administrative and political significance. If confirmed, this would be the most notable cabinet recalibration in recent months.
Is Ashwini Vaishnaw emerging as the government's new media pivot, with a change?
Sources within the government indicate a quiet but significant shift in the Centre's media communication strategy, with Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw increasingly occupying space once associated with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's long-time media strategist, Hiren Joshi.
Although no formal announcement has been made, officials say Vaishnaw is shaping a more structured and professional interface between the government and the media. Unlike the earlier model, which relied heavily on centralised messaging, the new approach appears more institutional and process-driven, with senior bureaucrats playing a greater role in coordinated communication.
Officials say the emphasis is on clearer messaging, data-backed briefings and faster responses in a rapidly evolving media environment. Whether this becomes a permanent shift or a parallel communication channel remains to be seen.
First Rubio, then Greer. Is the sheen of US visits fading?
After visits by Marco Rubio and Jamieson Greer, a quieter question is being raised in South Block: are official US visits to India losing some of their earlier sheen?
While the diplomatic choreography remains important, the pomp appears to have diminished, with engagements becoming more measured, transactional and less theatrical. What once resembled a reset now appears closer to a wait-and-watch phase, with both sides keeping expectations in check.
The relationship itself remains strong, but the optics are changing. Washington and New Delhi increasingly appear to be treating bilateral ties as an evolving partnership rather than a headline-grabbing spectacle.
Marathon PMO huddles signal reset ahead of cabinet reshuffle?
Ahead of a likely cabinet reshuffle, the Prime Minister's Office has reportedly been holding a series of extended, high-level meetings to assess performance, recalibrate priorities and shape the next phase of governance.
Officials familiar with the discussions say the meetings have gone beyond routine reviews, incorporating detailed feedback on ministerial performance, policy implementation and political messaging. Sources add that internal criticism has also been actively sought, indicating a broader effort at course correction rather than cosmetic changes.
The deliberations are believed to involve senior bureaucrats, key political aides and select ministers, with a focus on improving delivery in infrastructure, employment and welfare schemes while strengthening inter-ministerial coordination.
Govt likely to bring National Citizen Card
If sources are to be believed, the government is considering a proposal to introduce a National Citizen Card to address the ongoing citizenship controversy. Sources say that if all goes as planned, the government may introduce a Bill during the upcoming Monsoon Session. A budgetary provision has reportedly already been made for the initiative.
Will Yogi Adityanath bring a trusted bureaucrat into his cabinet?
Sources indicate that the upcoming Uttar Pradesh cabinet reshuffle could see the induction of a former bureaucrat as a cabinet minister, in what is being viewed as a strategic move backed by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
According to insiders, the individual has long been under consideration for a political role and was informally assured of a ministerial berth ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. However, the BJP's disappointing performance in Uttar Pradesh and the Samajwadi Party's gains reportedly delayed the move.
The proposed induction is now being seen as part of a broader effort to strengthen governance, administrative efficiency and political messaging while reinforcing the Chief Minister's preference for trusted and loyal associates.
PESB interview for CMD, NCL on July 8
The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) will conduct interviews for the post of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), on July 8. A panel of 12 senior executives from various CPSEs has been shortlisted. The interviews will be held through video conferencing.
Ajit Kumar Panda appointed CMD, CONCOR
Ajit Kumar Panda, presently serving as Director (Project & Services), Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR), has been appointed Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of CONCOR with effect from August 1, 2026, until his superannuation on August 31, 2028.
Ranjay Choudhary appointed Director (Finance), IRFC
Ranjay Choudhary, presently serving as Chief General Manager (CGM), Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC), has been appointed Director (Finance), Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited (IRFC), for a period of five years.
Randhir Sahay gets extension of additional charge as Director (Finance), IRFC
Randhir Sahay, an Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS) officer presently serving as Executive Director/Finance (Stores), Railway Board, has been granted an ex-post facto extension of the additional charge of Director (Finance), Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited (IRFC), for six months with effect from May 1, 2026.
S M Pathakkam assigned additional charge of CVO, HAL
Sarvanan Mannai Pathakkam, Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO), Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bengaluru, has been entrusted with the additional charge of CVO, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Bengaluru. He is a 2000-batch Indian Postal Service (IPoS) officer.
SECL Director (HR) Biranchi Das entrusted with additional charge of Director (HR), MCL
Biranchi Das, Director (Human Resource), South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), has been entrusted with the additional charge of Director (HR), Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), with effect from July 1, 2026, for six months.
He assumed charge as Director (HR), SECL, on March 20, 2024, and has led several transformative initiatives, including the CSR programme "SECL Ki Dhadkan", which has facilitated 300 life-saving congenital heart surgeries for underprivileged children. Another flagship initiative, "SECL Ke Sushrut", has completed two batches of medical coaching students.
SECL has also provided employment to more than 1,623 landowners and 946 dependent family members since FY 2024-25. During his earlier tenure at MCL, Das contributed significantly to industrial relations and HR policy formulation. He also serves on the boards of Chhattisgarh East Railway Limited (CERL) and Chhattisgarh East-West Railway Limited (CEWRL).
Manoj Joshi to hold additional charge of Secretary, Fertilizers till July 13
Manoj Joshi, Secretary, Department of Pharmaceuticals, will hold the additional charge of Secretary, Department of Fertilizers, till July 13 during the leave period of IAS officer Rajat Kumar Mishra. Joshi is a 1989-batch IAS officer of the Kerala cadre.
Satya Yesubabu appointed DIG, CISF
B. Satya Yesubabu has been appointed Deputy Inspector General (DIG) in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on deputation. He is a 2011-batch IPS officer of the Andhra Pradesh cadre.
Anupam Sharma appointed DIG, ITBP
Anupam Sharma has been appointed Deputy Inspector General (DIG) in the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on deputation. He is a 2009-batch IPS officer of the Himachal Pradesh cadre.
India eyes 'Agri-Attaché' cadre to rebuild global trust in farm exports?
The Government of India is quietly preparing a select group of young bureaucrats in the Agriculture Ministry for possible deployment as specialised agricultural attachés in key foreign capitals, according to sources.
The initiative is aimed at strengthening India's credibility in global agri-supply chains amid recurring concerns over quality standards and periodic export restrictions. The officers are expected to study international best practices in seed preservation, crop management and post-harvest handling, particularly in countries with high compliance standards.
Officials say the objective is two-fold: to build domain expertise within India's diplomatic outreach on agriculture and to incorporate global best practices into domestic policy and regulatory frameworks.
The Agriculture Ministry is also believed to be working on reforms to quality certification and traceability systems to reinforce India's position as a reliable agri-export partner.
Uniform transfer policy
The new Uniform Transfer Policy guidelines, effective from FY 2025-26, mandate online transfer platforms, fixed tenures, minimal mid-year transfers and stronger grievance redressal mechanisms.
PSB leadership changes
Anticipation is building over upcoming Executive Director vacancies in public sector banks such as Punjab National Bank, along with routine board-level rotations expected around mid-2026.
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