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Divya Mittal IAS resignation reason: Why 2013-batch officer quit after 13 years in civil service in UP

IAS officer Divya Mittal, a 2013-batch officer, has resigned from the Indian Administrative Service after nearly 13 years. In an emotional social media post, she reflected on her journey from IIT Delhi and IIM Bangalore to a corporate job in London and eventually the IAS. While she did not cite…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

How Top Competitive Exam Rankers Actually Managed Parental Pressure During Preparation

The pressure arrives before the syllabus doesAnanya Reddy, who cleared UPSC Civil Services in her first attempt, says the hardest conversation she had in her final year was not with her mock-interview panel. It was with her father at 6 a.m. on a Sunday, when he slid a newspaper clipping…

Times Life · Aug 24

KPSC 'scam' case: ED raids IAS officer Gangwar's premises in Karnataka, UP

The Enforcement Directorate raided IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar's properties in Bengaluru and Bareilly. This action is part of a money laundering investigation into KPSC exam irregularities. The probe involves allegations of bribery, paper leaks, and OMR sheet tampering. Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge clarified Gangwar's absence was due to…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

6-year-old girl lived inside a jail with her father, until an IAS officer asked her one question that opened the door to a new life

An IAS officer noticed a young girl playing inside Bilaspur Central Jail. He inquired about her circumstances and discovered her wish to attend school. Jain International School then offered support for her education and accommodation. This intervention allowed Khushi to experience a life beyond prison walls. Her story highlights the…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

‘MPs have had their stomachs pumped’: concerns over ‘alcohol-soaked’ culture in Westminster

Alcohol is embedded in profession where long hours, loneliness and lobbying are the norm, report finds

The Guardian - UK · Aug 1

Poor application of norms cause of accidents at explosives and ammunition making units: Secretary

Safety lapses in India's explosives sector stem from poor enforcement of existing standards. Accidents must be eliminated, not just reduced, according to a top government official. Greater technology use is advocated to improve compliance and minimize manual supervision. India has a significant opportunity to expand its manufacturing capacity amid global…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Nandan Nilekani to S Somanath: Meet the experts on Centre's exam reform task-force

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a new six-member task force. This high-powered committee will be headed by Nandan Nilekani, a renowned tech leader. The task force aims to recommend reforms for a leakproof examination system. Experts in technology, intelligence, and education will contribute their knowledge. Their collective efforts will…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

Who is Naresh Pal Gangwar? The new higher education secretary with years of experience in Rajasthan’s education hub, appointed amid NEET-UG 2026 protests

Senior IAS officer Naresh Pal Gangwar now leads the Department of Higher Education. He replaces Vineet Joshi, who has been transferred to another ministry. Gangwar brings extensive administrative and education sector experience to his new role. His appointment occurs during ongoing student protests concerning the NEET-UG examination. The department faces…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Centre transfers Higher Education Secy Vineet Joshi amid NEET row; Naresh Pal Gangwar takes over

Higher Education Secretary Vineet Joshi was transferred amid ongoing exam irregularities scrutiny. Naresh Pal Gangwar now leads the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education. Several other secretary-level appointments were also announced by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet. This reshuffle occurs while the Education Ministry faces public and political…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

Odisha: Ex-IAS officer VK Pandian asked to appear before Bhubaneswar Police in connection with alleged missing CMO files

The Police Commissionerate of Bhubaneswar-Cuttack has issued a notice to former IAS officer VK Pandian, asking him to appear before the investigating officer on July 25 in connection with a case related to missing files from the Odisha Chief Minister's Office during the previous Biju Janata Dal (BJD) government.

The Economic Times · Jul 23