Unified Pension Scheme
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the CCS (Implementation of the Unified Pension Scheme under the National Pension Scheme) Rules, 2025, allowing Central Government employees to choose between the National Pension System (NPS) and the new Unified Pension Scheme (UPS). The rules provide flexibility, clear enrollment processes, and protections for
Pension Adalat
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh chaired the 14th Pension Adalat in New Delhi, addressing 894 long-pending pension grievances, particularly for super senior and family pensioners. The initiative aims to expedite grievance redressal and ensure timely justice for pensioners, reaffirming the government's commitment to their dignity and financial security.
Pension Adalat
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions will hold the 14th Pension Adalat on September 10, 2025, chaired by MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh. The event aims to resolve 894 long-standing family pension grievances from various departments, enhancing the dignity and financial security of family pensioners. Source: Original Link
Science Administration
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has announced a 1-week residential Administrative Training Programme for Science Administrators, organized by the Indian National Science Academy (INSA). The program aims to enhance the skills of upcoming science leaders, focusing on capacity building, communication skills, and sustainability. It will be available on the iGOTKarmayogi
IESO-2025
The Indian team excelled at the International Earth Sciences Olympiad (IESO-2025) held in China, winning 7 medals including 1 Gold, 4 Silver, and 2 Bronze. Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh praised the students for their achievements and emphasized the importance of the National Education Policy (NEP-2020) in fostering creativity and innovation
StartUp economy
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasizes the importance of a 'StartUp linked economy' during the launch of the Campus Tank at Chandigarh University. He highlights the need for strong industry partnerships to sustain StartUps, moving beyond traditional tech hubs to include diverse sectors and smaller towns. The initiative
IIT Roorkee
In his convocation address, Dr. Jitendra Singh praised IIT Roorkee as Asia's first engineering college and emphasized its role in research, innovation, and societal engagement. He highlighted the institution's ranking as 6th in the country and its contribution to India's startup ecosystem with nearly
CGCRI
At the closing ceremony of the CSIR-Central Glass & Ceramic Research Institute's (CGCRI) Platinum Jubilee, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the need for research institutions to collaborate with industry to foster innovation and technological growth in India. He highlighted CGCRI's significant contributions over 75 years
Technology Development Board
The Technology Development Board (TDB) has launched a proposal call titled 'Empowering Technology Startups', receiving 74 applications by the deadline of April 10, 2025. TDB has engaged in outreach activities to promote technology innovation, including meetings with entrepreneurs and participation in exhibitions across various cities. This initiative was
National Anubhav Awards
At the 8th National Anubhav Awards ceremony, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the importance of retirees' insights for enhancing governance. The awards, initiated in 2015, honor retiring officials and their contributions, marking a decade of shared experiences. This year, 15 awardees from various ministries were recognized, including notable
GENC
A delegation from the Government Employees National Confederation (GENC) met with Dr. Jitendra Singh to discuss various service-related matters affecting Central Government employees. The meeting focused on issues such as the promotion backlog, the 8th Pay Commission, and improvements to the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS). The delegation expressed appreciation
CAT Guwahati
The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) in Guwahati has inaugurated a new Court-cum-Office Complex, marking a significant milestone after 40 years of operation. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted the transformation of the North East under PM Modi's government, noting that over one-third of all cases since 1985 were