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Modi government gives fresh push to lateral recruitment, decides to induct 17 private sector specialists

Giving a fresh push to its ambitious plan to infuse private sector talent in its departments, the Centre has decided to recruit 17 senior officers through lateral entry mode.

The Hindu · May 30, 2023

EU, US concerned new Polish law on Russian influence to affect election

The European Commission and U.S. State Department have expressed concern about a new Polish law they say could effectively ban individuals deemed to have acted under Russian influence from holding public office without providing proper judicial review.

Reuters · May 30, 2023

Praveen Kumar Srivastava sworn in as Central Vigilance Commissioner by President Murmu

Vigilance Commissioner Praveen Kumar Srivastava was on May 29, 2023, sworn in as the Central Vigilance Commissioner by President Droupadi Murmu

The Hindu · May 29, 2023

Electoral watchdog warns Humza Yousaf of five key deadlines over party finances

AN electoral watchdog has warned the First Minister of five “urgent” deadlines the party must meet to avoid further issues with party finances.

The National (Scotland) · May 25, 2023

Analysis-Europe hits resistance in race to finalise green laws

Increased political resistance to new EU laws to protect the environment has left the European Commission fighting to keep intact its vision for Europe's green transition.

Reuters · May 25, 2023

Will We Ever Get an SEC Climate Disclosure Rule?

The Securities & Exchange Commission again delays issuing a controversial anticipated rule.

Reason · May 24, 2023

What is the Equality and Human Rights Commission? Chair investigated over bullying complaints

The head of the UK’s EHRC is currently under investigation after dozens of allegations from colleagues

Evening Standard · May 24, 2023

122,000 modern slavery victims in UK, says human rights organisation

The UK is ranked at number 145 worldwide, out of a total of 160 countries, for prevalence of modern slavery.

The Independent UK · May 24, 2023

EU willing to consider changes to Italy reform plan, but Rome must be quick

The EU Commission said on Wednesday it was prepared to consider changes to a plan of reforms agreed with Italy, but any new proposals must be made as soon as possible for Rome to secure promised pandemic recovery funds.

Reuters · May 24, 2023

No record of office expenses for Justice Rohini Commission on OBC quota for 2 years: RTI

The government has no records of office expenditure incurred for the Justice G. Rohini Commission for the sub-categorisation of Other Backward Classes (OBCs) since September 2021, according to replies to Right to Information requests filed by The Hindu. 

The Hindu · May 23, 2023