Centre appoints Vikram Singh Malik, Arpitha S as Deputy Secretaries in I&B ministry
The central government has appointed Vikram Singh Malik and Arpitha S as deputy secretaries in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Malik, an IAS officer, will serve a four-year term. Arpitha, an IRS officer, will join the Digital Media wing, also for four years. Both appointments were formalized by the Department of Personnel and Training.
ANI I-B Ministry The Centre on Tuesday appointed two bureaucrats as deputy secretaries in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) through the Central Staffing Scheme. The appointments were formalised through office memorandums issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT).
Vikram Singh Malik, a 2012-batch AGMUT cadre IAS officer, has been appointed as Deputy Secretary in MIB for a standard four-year tenure. The Ministry of Home Affairs had recommended Malik for central deputation.
In a parallel appointment, the government has named 2015-batch IRS officer Arpitha S as Deputy Secretary in MIB's Digital Media wing, also for a four-year term. The Department of Revenue had recommended Arpitha for central deputation
The DoPT has directed both officers' parent departments to relieve them immediately, with the standard stipulation that they must assume charge within three weeks of the order date. Failure to comply would invoke the Central Staffing Scheme's debarment provisions.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
New Indian Express
8 hours ago
- New Indian Express
Civil society groups seek probe into vote fraud
BENGALURU: Civil society groups have voiced alarm over what they described as 'serious irregularities' in the functioning of the Election Commission over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) issue in Bihar. The concerns were raised during a two-day meeting on August 13 and 14, which focused on strategies to address alleged vote manipulation. Former IAS officer M G Devasahayam said participants have been closely monitoring the Supreme Court proceedings on poll-related irregularities. The groups criticised what they termed the slow response of opposition parties - including the Congress - despite repeated warnings from civil society since last year about vote manipulation. They emphasised the need for case-by-case investigations into alleged 'spurious injections' of votes in constituencies across the country. The meeting organisers said they plan to hold a media briefing on Saturday to outline their strategy for taking the issue to the public. Meanwhile, the Congress has raised concerns over electoral irregularities in the Bangalore Rural parliamentary constituency. Former MP D K Suresh alleged that anomalies similar to those reported in Mahadevapura had also been detected in Bangalore South and Rajarajeshwari Nagar. These, he said, included bulk voter registrations and unexplained deletions. 'These irregularities are serious and need to be looked into,' he said.
Hans India
12 hours ago
- Hans India
Exhibition on Telugu freedom fighters opens at Salar Jung Museum
Hyderabad: A photo exhibition showcasing the contributions of prominent Telugu freedom fighters and the evolution of the Indian National Flag was inaugurated today at the Salar Jung Museum. The exhibition, curated by the Central Bureau of Communication (CBC) under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, forms part of its Integrated Communication and Outreach Programme (ICOP). The event was formally inaugurated by V. Vijayendra Prasad, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), alongside Prof. B. Jagadeeshwar Rao, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Hyderabad (UoH). The exhibition features over 40 panels detailing the lives and sacrifices of unsung heroes such as Turrebaz Khan, MoulviAllauddin, Kaloji Narayana Rao, Sangam Laxmi Bayamma, Kumram Bheem, and SuddalaHanumanthu. Speaking at the event, Vijayendra Prasad praised the exhibition as a rare and valuable compilation of historical information. He emphasised the importance of making such content accessible to the youth and encouraged the CBC to leverage digital platforms for wider dissemination. Reflecting on the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' segment, which traces the design evolution of the Indian flag beginning with PingaliVenkayya's 1921 version, Prasad remarked that the National Flag is not just a piece of cloth but a profound symbol of India's self-respect and pride. He urged every citizen to uphold the dignity and honour embodied by the flag. Prof. B. Jagadeeshwar Rao highlighted the exhibition's role in preserving historical memory and fostering patriotism among younger generations. He underscored three central themes: India's freedom struggle, the evolution of the National Flag, and the liberation of Hyderabad from Nizam's rule. He called upon students to internalise these lessons and transform patriotic sentiment into constructive societal contributions. Education, he noted, should serve not only personal advancement but also national unity and progress. As part of the exhibition's outreach, CBC Hyderabad conducted essay writing and Telugu poetry competitions on patriotic themes such as 'Operation Sindoor' across five city colleges. Winners were felicitated during the event with certificates and prizes presented by Vijayendra Prasad and Prof. Jagadeeshwar Rao. Shruti Patil, Additional Director General, CBC, stated that the exhibition aims to reconnect today's youth with the nation's rich legacy of courage and sacrifice. She expressed hope that such initiatives would inspire a deeper appreciation for India's freedom movement. The exhibition will remain open to the public until August 17, 2025, offering citizens an opportunity to engage with the historical narratives of Telugu freedom fighters. G. Kusum, Curator of Salar Jung Museum, and Koteshwar Rao, AD CBC, were present at the event along with other officials from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
News18
21 hours ago
- News18
FM radio stations awarded for 43 cities in Phase-III auction
Agency: Last Updated: August 14, 2025, 23:00 IST Representational image (Image: News18) New Delhi, Aug 14 (PTI) The Centre has auctioned FM Radio stations across 43 cities, with Sapphire Media placing the highest bid of Rs 7.83 crore for the 92.3 MHz frequency in Ludhiana. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) announced the results of the e-auction for the third batch of Private FM Radio Phase III channels, with bids running into several crores in key markets. The lowest bid in the auction was of Rs 29 lakh for the 91.1 MHz frequency in Silchar in Assam. According to the official notification issued on Wednesday, prominent media groups including DB Corp Ltd, Sapphire Media Ltd, Malar Publications Ltd, The Mathrubhumi Printing & Publishing Co. Ltd. and The Malayala Manorama Co. Pvt. Ltd. emerged as major winners, bagging prime frequencies across multiple cities. HT Media Ltd secured the 93.7 MHz frequency in Moradabad for Rs 2.8 crore. Malar Publications Ltd. and Kal Radio Ltd. won the 91.1 MHz and 91.9 MHz frequencies respectively for Rs 1.93 crore each in Nagercoil and Kanyakumari. DB Corp Ltd. bagged multiple frequencies, including Rs 1.49 crore each for Bhuj and Gandhidham, and Rs 1.28 crore for Daman. Similarly, Malar Publications placed winning bids in Coonoor, Dindigul, Karur, Neyveli, Rajapalayam, Thanjavur, Tiruvannamalai and Vaniyambadi, with prices ranging from Rs 1.31 crore to Rs 1.68 crore. The Mathrubhumi Group and Malayala Manorama secured the 94.7 MHz and 93.1 frequencies in Palakkad for Rs 1.69 crore each. Ahalia Healthcare bagged the 93.9 MHz frequency in Palakkad for Rs 1.69 crore. Sapphire Media Ltd. expanded its reach with wins in Bathinda, Haridwar, Kaithal, Panipat and Mathura, with bid amounts ranging between Rs 73 lakh and Rs 1.36 crore. Swipe Left For Next Video View all The winners of the FM Radio stations have to deposit 25 per cent of the successful bid amount by August 18 and the balance by August 28. 'It may also be noted that if the payment as bid deposit is not received by 18.08.2025, the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) shall stand forfeited. Similarly, if the balance amount is not received by 28.08.2025, the EMD and Bid Deposit shall stand forfeited," the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said. PTI SKU KSS KSS (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Read More
