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1992 Batch Turns Out in Strength for Subhash Chandra Lal Das Farewell

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LO Bureau
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SCL DAS IAS

The farewell of MSME Secretary Subhash Chandra Lal Das (IAS:1992:AGMUT) has drawn significant attention in Delhi’s bureaucratic circles, highlighting both his personal goodwill and the strong presence of the 1992 batch at the Centre.

Das retired on Thursday (April 30, 2026) after over three decades in service, with a rare show of camaraderie as senior colleagues gathered to see him off.

All 17 IAS officers of the 1992 batch currently holding Secretary-rank positions in Delhi were present on the occasion, including the Delhi Chief Secretary. Of these, 14 are serving as Secretaries in Union ministries and departments, while the remaining three hold the positions of Delhi Chief Secretary, UPSC Secretary, and Secretary in the Inter-State Council Secretariat.

Those present reportedly included Vijay Kumar (IAS:1992:AGMUT), Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways; Ashish Kumar Bhutani (IAS:1992:AM), Secretary, Ministry of Cooperation; Arunish Chawla (IAS:1992:BH), Secretary, DIPAM; and Chanchal Kumar (IAS:1992:BH), Secretary, Information & Broadcasting.

Also in attendance were Nidhi Khare (IAS:1992:JH), Secretary, Department of Consumer Affairs; Pankaj Agrawal (IAS:1992:MP), Secretary, Ministry of Power; Ashish Srivastava (IAS:1992:MP), Secretary, Inter-State Council Secretariat; Neelam Shammi Rao (IAS:1992:MP), Secretary, Ministry of Textiles; and Vineet Joshi (IAS:1992:MN), Secretary, Department of Higher Education.

The gathering further included Vumlunmang Vualnam (IAS:1992:MN), Secretary, Department of Expenditure; Chandra Sekhar Kumar (IAS:1992:OR), Secretary, Ministry of Minority Affairs; Rajat Kumar Mishra (IAS:1992:RJ), Secretary, Department of Fertilizers; Rajendra Kumar (IAS:1992:TN), Secretary, Border Management, MHA; and Neeraj Mittal (IAS:1992:TN), Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.

Sanjay Jaju (IAS:1992:TG), Secretary, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region; Shashi Ranjan (IAS:1992:TR), Secretary, UPSC; and Delhi Chief Secretary Rajeev Verma (IAS:1992:AGMUT) were also present.

The scale of the turnout reflects the continued presence of the 1992 batch in key positions at the Centre and the respect Das commanded across the bureaucracy.

Chandigarh administration grappling with problem of plenty at senior levels and scarcity at junior levels of bureaucracy

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LO Bureau
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Chandigarh Administration

The Chandigarh administration is grappling with a complex problem—the problem of plenty at senior levels of bureaucracy and that of scarcity at lower rungs. Senior levels are overcrowded while junior levels suffer from acute shortages of staff. Its cumulative effect is now taking a toll on public service delivery.

The situation is so intriguing that all IAS officers posted there are virtually deployed at the secretary level, while the middle-rung officialdom is dependent on makeshift arrangements.

Its current plight is contrasted by the fact that at one time, most of the departments were handled by three senior IAS officers—an adviser (now Chief Secretary), Home Secretary and Finance Secretary.

According to the Union Government’s notification issued on Jan 3, 2025, out of the 11 sanctioned posts of IAS officers in Chandigarh, five, excluding the Chief Secretary, are at the secretary level. But the fact is the Union Territory currently has 12 secretaries—double the sanctioned number at that level. This includes 11 IAS officers and one officer from the Central Civil Services, or CSS, who is serving as Secretary of social welfare and women and child development.

The IAS officers holding secretary-level posts also include Deputy Commissioner, a Haryana cadre IAS officer, who additionally holds the charge of Secretary, industry; and the MC Commissioner, a Punjab cadre IAS officer, who is also Secretary, rural development & panchayats.

A retired civil servant says as the number of IAS officers posted in the city increased with time, sometimes even more than the sanctioned posts, nearly all of them started to get secretary-level posts.

Many officials are of the opinion that junior-level IAS officers should be assigned posts at the director level so that it improves implementation of UT policies, while senior IAS officers should have more departments under them to improve inter-departmental coordination.

In contrast, the middle layer has ad-hoc arrangements and lacks proper structural alignment.

Currently, 16 officers from the PCS, HCS, and DANICS services are serving on deputation, primarily filling joint secretary, additional secretary, and director-level posts. Many of them hold multiple charges, handling both secretariat and field-level public-dealing responsibilities.

The Centre’s cadre notification, however, provides for only one sanctioned post each of joint secretary and additional secretary to be handled by IAS officers.

The situation is further compounded by the fact that more than 1,000 posts remain vacant across senior, middle and lower levels. This includes over 400 vacancies in the common cadre of the general administration, such as clerks and stenographers.

The education department alone faces a deficit of around 1,500 staff members. Recruitment has been initiated for just a fraction of these vacancies, resulting in strained teaching and administrative support in schools.

A UT official explains its impact by saying that this has led to greater reliance on contractual staff, slowed decision-making, piled-up files, reduced field-level implementation, and a noticeable decline in the quality of public services at the grassroots level.

Sanctioned posts of IAS include one Chief Secretary, one Secretary (Home),  one Finance Secretary,  one Secretary for urban planning/smart cities and two Secretaries; one Joint Secretary (finance), one Additional Secretary, and one Excise Commissioner, besides one Deputy Commissioner (districts) and one Additional Deputy Commissioner

At present, there are 11 IAS officers serving with the UT. One more from the Punjab cadre is expected to join shortly from a panel forwarded by the Punjab govt. One CCS officer is also posted with the UT.

Provincial services officers posted in the UT include four from DANICS, eight PCS officers, and four officers belonging to the HCS.

The city of Chandigarh, with a population of around 12 lakh, spread over 114 sq km, has no reason to have such a top-heavy governance system, that too at the policy level.

Ex-Kerala DGP Tomin Thachankary fined for using insignia even after retirement

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LO Bureau
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Tomin Thachankary ex-DGP

In an unusual development, displaying an official star insignia on his car after years of retirement has invited a penalty for former Kerala DGP Tomin Thachankary (IPS:1987:KL). The motor vehicles department has imposed a fine of Rs 250 on him for this violation of rules. The action was taken after an investigation by the Kottayam Enforcement RTO found that the insignia was used unlawfully, as only serving officials are permitted to use that. The fine was levied for his continued use of the official emblem after retirement.

Official sources said the board had been placed on the vehicle by the driver to secure a parking space. Since the department has already taken action, police have indicated that no further procedures are required.

The matter came to public glare after Thachankary was spotted travelling to the Kottayam Vigilance Court recently, with the board placed on his car.

A lawyer activist, Adv. Kulathur Jaisingh, lodged a complaint seeking the registration of a case against Thachankary, alleging that the action taken by the MVD amounts to an attempt to downplay the issue as a minor traffic violation to avoid deeper legal scrutiny.

The matter drew the attention of the incumbent DGP, Rawada Chandrasekhar (IPS:1991:KL), who reportedly passed an order on Sunday instructing police officials to register a case against Thachankary for misusing official insignia (DGP star board) on a private vehicle even after retirement.

Earlier, he had ordered the Kottayam SP to conduct an investigation into the allegation in which the Kottayam SP reported a violation of rules by Thachankary. The DGP then ordered him to file a case against him for misusing official insignia on a private vehicle after retirement.

The complainant has also argued that the matter should be investigated as a serious misuse of official symbols and authority.

AP Secretariat busy discussing bureaucratic postings amid political affiliations

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LO Bureau
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Political affiliations of AP bureaucrats

The Andhra Pradesh Secretariat at Amaravati is getting busy with bizarre work these days—discussing administrative functioning and alleged political influence, with concerns being voiced over bureaucratic neutrality, key postings, and the perceived affiliations of certain officials across bureaucratic circles.

Sources point out that there is a general perception that some officials within the system may still be aligned with the previous administration. These discussions are said to have particularly intensified after the transfer and posting of IAS officers, as well as staff in ministers’ offices owing to their perceived political affiliations.

There are talks suggesting that certain IAS officers in crucial departments, including the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), may still have sympathies toward the previous government led by former CM Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy. Though such assertions are only speculative.

Besides, the composition of staff working in ministers’ offices is also a topic of debate, with some suggesting that a significant proportion of these personnel may have affiliations with a particular political group, while others argue that such claims are exaggerated and part of routine administrative narratives.

What is disturbing is that these discussions highlight underlying tensions and perceptual discord within the system. Observers feel that greater transparency and clear official communication will be crucial in addressing these concerns and ensuring confidence in governance.

Supreme Court expresses dismay at existing state of affairs in NCLTs

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LO Bureau
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Exclusion of CJI from CEC panel

The Supreme Court on Wednesday lamented the existing state of affairs in National Company Law Tribunals (NCLTs) across the country and expressed utter dismay over it. The apex court detected gaps in infrastructure, manpower, and supporting staff, which it said have been holding up approvals for resolution plans for years.

After perusing a report presented by the NCLT principal bench in New Delhi, a bench of justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan described the situation “grim and dismal.”

The bench directed the matter to be placed before Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant for assigning it to an appropriate bench.

The NCLT report showed 383 applications were pending across the country, waiting for approval of resolution plans, with the delay ranging from 48 days to 738 days.

Not only this, but the report also pointed out major infrastructural constraints that force the tribunal to sit for half a day. According to the report, even the staff assisting the benches are appointed on a contractual basis, and their salaries and other allowances have not been regularly paid.

The top court took suo motu cognisance of the matter in the larger public interest, remarking that the issues need to be addressed on a war footing or else the purpose of enacting the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) would stand frustrated.

The bench noted a serious manpower crunch across NCLT benches with a working strength of only 54 members (28 judicial and 26 technical) out of a sanctioned strength of 63. The court observed that there is an acute shortage of members, which is severely affecting the functioning of NCLT in a time-bound manner.

The court also took exception to the NCLT registrar being appointed on a contractual basis.

 

Karnataka transfers three IPS officers, Ravi S appoined ADGP, KSRP

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LO Bureau
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The Karnataka government on Tuesday late night (April 29, 2026) issued transfer and posting orders for three IPS officers.

Senior IPS officer Ravi S (IPS:1998:KN), serving as ADGP (Intelligence), has been transferred and posted as Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Karnataka State Reserve Police (KSRP). He replaces Sandeep Patil (IPS:2004:KN), who has been relieved from holding the concurrent charge.

In his place, Labhu Ram (IPS:2004:KN) has been appointed to the downgraded post of Inspector General of Police (Intelligence). He was earlier serving as IGP of Central Range.

Meanwhile, S Girish (IPS:2012:KN) has been transferred and posted as Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP), Central Range, in a downgraded post. He was previously serving as DIGP, Anti Narcotic Task Force.

Anshika Verma IPS Biography, Age, Rank, Batch & Posting

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Santosh Suman
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Anshika Verma IPS
Anshika Verma IPS

Anshika Verma IPS is a young officer of the Indian Police Service from the Uttar Pradesh cadre, known for her disciplined approach and strong academic background. She secured All India Rank (AIR) 136 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination and represents a new generation of officers focused on effective policing, transparency, and public engagement. Her journey from an engineering student to a police officer highlights determination and consistent effort.

Age, Early Life & Education

Born on 3 January 1996 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, Anshika Verma IPS age is around 30 years as of 2026. She comes from a modest background, and her father, Anil Verma, is a government employee.

Talking about anshika verma ips education, she completed her B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Galgotias College, Noida (2014–2018). She was academically strong from the beginning, scoring above 80% in her school education.

Notably, she prepared for the UPSC exam through self-study, without joining any coaching institute, which makes her journey even more inspiring.

Anshika Verma – Personal Details

FieldInformation
NameAnshika Verma
ServiceIndian Police Service (IPS)
Batch2021
CadreUttar Pradesh
Marital StatusMarried
HusbandKrishna Kumar Bishnoi
Marriage Date29 March 2026
Marriage LocationJodhpur, Rajasthan
Spouse ProfessionIPS Officer
Husband’s Batch2018
Husband’s CadreUttar Pradesh
Husband’s Current RoleSuperintendent of Police (SP)
Husband’s HometownBarmer, Rajasthan

Anshika Verma Personal Life

Many people search for details about anshika verma ips husband or relationship status. Anshika Verma is a 2021-batch Uttar Pradesh cadre IPS officer married to Krishna Kumar Bishnoi, a fellow officer of the Indian Police Service. The couple solemnized their marriage on 29 March 2026 in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, in the presence of family members and close associates, followed by a reception ceremony.

Anshika Verma IPS Husband
Anshika Verma & Krishna Kumar Bishnoi

Krishna Kumar Bishnoi, popularly known as KK Bishnoi, is a 2018 batch IPS officer originally from Barmer, Rajasthan. He is currently serving as a Superintendent of Police (SP) and has been involved in key policing responsibilities within his cadre.

UPSC Journey & Rank

The journey of anshika verma ips in civil services began after her graduation. She appeared for the UPSC Civil Services Examination in 2019 but could not clear it in her first attempt. In her second attempt in 2020, she secured AIR 136, proving her perseverance and focused preparation.

  • Exam Year: 2020
  • Batch: 2021
  • Cadre: Uttar Pradesh
  • Category: General
  • Marks: 972 (Written: 796 + Interview: 176)

Her success in a highly competitive category highlights her strong preparation strategy and consistency.

Career & Key Postings

Since joining the service, anshika verma ips has gained field experience in policing and administration at different levels.

  • ASP, Gorakhpur (Dec 2023): Strengthened her operational experience in district policing.
  • Additional SP, Bareilly (Current): As per latest information, anshika verma ips current posting is Additional Superintendent of Police in Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh (2026).

Her work reflects a focus on ground-level policing and community interaction.

Awards & Recognition

On 15 August 2024, she was awarded the Director General’s Commendation Disc (Silver) for her service. This recognition highlights her commitment, discipline, and effective performance in the police force.

Justice (Retd) Anupinder Singh Grewal appointed NCLT President

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LO Bureau
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Justice Anupinder Singh Grewal

Former judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Justice (Retd) Anupinder Singh Grewal, has been appointed as President of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved his appointment for a term of five years or till he attains the age of 67 years, whichever is earlier.

Notably, the post of NCLT President is usually held by a former Chief Justice of a High Court. This is the first time that a former senior judge has been appointed to the position.

Justice Grewal began his legal practice at the Punjab and Haryana High Court in 1992 and later represented the State of Punjab in various capacities. He served as Assistant Advocate General from 1995 to 1997 and as Deputy Advocate General from 1997. In 2002, he was re-designated as Senior Deputy Advocate General and continued in that role till 2005. He was subsequently appointed Additional Advocate General, Punjab, a position he held until his elevation to the Bench.

Shivadhar Reddy bids goodbye to Telangana Police, reflects on his policing journey

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LO Bureau
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Telangana’s acting DGP B. Shivadhar Reddy (IPS:1994:TG) finally bid goodbye to his 32-year-long illustrious policing career on Thursday. He was accorded a warm farewell parade at the Sudarshana Ceremonial Parade Ground at the RBVRR Telangana Police Academy on this occasion.

Reddy made way to the senior-most IPS officer in the state, CV Anand (IPS:1991:TG), to take over as the new chief of the state police force.

Shivadhar Reddy fondly reflected on his long policing career and described it as a journey filled with challenges, joy, and valuable experiences. He said that the police department had undergone significant modernisation while drawing a parallel with the working conditions in the 1970s and 1980s, which he said were vastly different from those of today.

Reddy stressed the importance of people-friendly policing in line with government policy, which he said the Telangana Police had already adopted.

He urged younger officers to uphold the reputation of the police department and stated that true police power lay in serving with dignity and earning public respect.

The outgoing DGP did not forget to thank Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy for appointing him as DGP. Reddy described the role given to him as one of the most significant responsibilities of his career.

B Shivadhar Reddy appointed Telangana State Security Advisor

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LO Bureau
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B Shivadhar Reddy IPS

The Telangana government has appointed B Shivadhar Reddy (IPS:1994:TG), who retired as Director General of Police on April 30, 2026, as the State Security Advisor (SSA).

According to a Government Order issued on Thursday (April 30, 2026), he will advise the state government on matters related to policing, law and order, internal security, crime control, narcotics control and road safety.

He has been appointed for a period of three years from the date of assumption of charge.

The order further stated that he will hold the status and rank equivalent to that of the Chief Secretary to the government and will be paid a fixed remuneration of Rs 2.25 lakh per month.

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