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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
Ladakh Reservation Act amended: Reservation cap set at 85%, EWS excluded
The Ministry of Law and Justice has issued a new ordinance amending the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act, 2004, to apply specifically to the Union Territory of Ladakh. The ordinance, titled the 'Union Territory of Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Regulation, 2025', was published in the official Gazette notification. According to the amendment, 'The total percentage of reservation shall in no case exceed 85 per cent, excluding reservation for Economically Weaker Sections'. This provision, which applies to various sections of the Act, aims to cap the reservation limit while ensuring that the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) quota is treated separately. The new regulation clarifies, 'Provided that the total percentage of reservation shall in no case exceed 85 per cent, excluding reservation for Economically Weaker Sections.' The changes specifically exclude the EWS quota from the 85 per cent cap, reflecting the Centre's attempt to maintain reservation balance while addressing the unique demographic and socio-economic needs of Ladakh. The amendments apply to Sections 3, 5, 6, and 9 of the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act, 2004. Other amendments in the ordinance Under Section 5 of the Act, a new sub-section has been added, stating: 'Nothing contained in this Section shall apply to Economically Weaker Sections and filling up of vacancies for such Sections shall be in such manner as may be prescribed.' Similar provisions have been inserted in Sections 3, 6, and 9, each reiterating the 85 per cent cap (excluding EWS). The regulation empowers the Central Government to notify the date from which these amendments will come into force. The ordinance was promulgated by the President, Droupadi Murmu, under Article 240 of the Constitution, in conjunction with the relevant sections of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019. What is the J&K Reservation Act, 2004? The Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act, 2004 is aimed at ensuring social justice through reservation in public employment and admissions to professional institutions for marginalised communities in the region. Enacted by the Jammu and Kashmir State Legislature and receiving the Governor's assent in 2004, the Act has played a significant role in shaping affirmative action policies in the erstwhile state and, subsequently, the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The Act was designed to provide reservation benefits in: * Appointments to government jobs (direct recruitment and promotions) * Admissions to professional educational institutions The beneficiaries include Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (OBC/SEBC), and residents of areas adjoining the actual line of control (LoC) and, after amendments, the International Border. What are the key provisions of the Act? The Act mandates a fixed percentage of vacancies in government services to be reserved for the above-mentioned categories. It also includes provisions for carrying forward unfilled reserved vacancies to subsequent years. The Act extends reservation benefits to promotions within government services for eligible categories. Seats in professional colleges and institutions are reserved for the same communities, ensuring equitable access to higher education. Reserved category candidates are allowed to compete for open merit seats as well, ensuring they are not restricted solely to reserved quotas. The Act details the process for issuing, verifying, and appealing reservation certificates, with penalties for contravention. Amendments and changes post-2019 Following the abrogation of Article 370 and the reorganisation of Jammu and Kashmir in 2019, the Act was amended to extend its applicability to the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, with modifications to include residents along the International Border as beneficiaries. The percentage of reservation is proportional to the population of the respective categories, and amendments have continued to refine the list of eligible backward classes and the procedures for their identification.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Ladakh's new domicile rules: Specific council reservations and 85% local job quota - all you need to know
NEW DELHI: The government on Tuesday announced new reservation and domicile rules for the Union Territory of Ladakh, providing 85% job reservation for local residents and reserving one-third of the seats in the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils (LAHDC) for women. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The move is seen as a major step toward addressing the long-standing demands of Ladakhis for safeguards to protect their identity, culture, and land, following the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. According to official notifications, the new rules take effect immediately. Key highlights of the new rules: Job reservation: 85% of jobs in Ladakh will be reserved for locals. Domicile criteria: Anyone who has lived in Ladakh for 15 years, or Studied there for seven years and appeared in Class 10 or 12 exams within the UT, will qualify as a domicile. Children of central government employees, All India Services officers, PSU staff, and officials from autonomous bodies, public sector banks, central universities, and research institutes who have served in Ladakh for at least 10 years will also be eligible. Women's reservation: At least one-third of the total seats in LAHDCs will now be reserved for women. These seats will rotate among different constituencies as per an official notification. EWS quota: The 10% reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) will continue. The decision follows months of protests and negotiations. In January 2023, the Centre formed a high-level committee led by minister of state for home affairs Nityanand Rai to address concerns raised by Ladakh's civil society. The committee held several rounds of talks with local representatives. In October 2024, climate activist Sonam Wangchuk began an indefinite fast in Delhi to demand constitutional safeguards for Ladakh. His protest intensified national attention on the region's issues. Subsequent discussions were held with civil society leaders on December 3, 2024, January 15, 2025, and most recently on May 27. These policy changes are expected to play a key role in protecting the region's unique cultural and demographic identity.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
SBI Clerk Mains Result 2025 Live Updates: When and where to check Mains results?
SBI Clerk Mains Result 2025 Live Updates: The State Bank of India (SBI) will release the SBI Clerk Mains result 2025 soon. Candidates who have appeared for the Junior Associates (Customer Support and Sales) exam can check their results on the bank's official website — To check results, candidates have to scroll down the homepage, click on the 'Careers' section and then select 'Current Openings'. In the following window, select 'Recruitment of Junior Associates' in the 'Select Post' scroll-down menu. The score card will include the candidates' sectional and overall marks, along with the cutoff scores for different categories will be displayed on the score card. Candidates who qualifyfor the mains will be required to appear for the personality test and interview. Find the link related to 'Prelims/Mains Result for SBI Junior Associates for exam' and download the PDF. The credentials required to check the recruitment test's results are roll number, date of birth and other details as asked by the examination authority. The mains exam was conducted this year to fill 13,732 vacancies of Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales) posts. There are 5,870 vacancies for the unreserved category, 3,001 for Other Backwards Classes (OBC), 2,118 for Scheduled Caste (SC), 1,385 for Scheduled Tribe (ST), and 1,361 for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). The 200-mark SBI Clerk Mains 2025 exam, held on April 10 and 12, comprised of questions from General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude. 1/4th mark is deducted for each wrong answer. The preliminary exams were held on February 22, 27, 28 and March 1, 2025. The bank announced the results for the prelims on March 28.
News18
29-05-2025
- Business
- News18
Maharashtra Housing Policy 2025: Rent-To-Own, Walk-To-Work Vision Makes Housing A Right, Say Experts
Last Updated: The Maharashtra government has approved the Housing Policy 2025, aiming for 35 lakh affordable homes by 2030, focusing on EWS, LIG housing, slum redevelopment, and rental housing. Maharashtra Housing Policy 2025. In a landmark decision set to reshape the urban housing landscape, the Maharashtra government has approved the Maharashtra Housing Policy 2025, aimed at providing housing for all while ensuring sustainable and inclusive urban development. The policy lays out a comprehensive roadmap to tackle the challenges of affordability, slum rehabilitation, rental housing, and planned urban growth across the state. What is the Maharashtra Housing Policy 2025? The Maharashtra Housing Policy 2025 is a state-wide housing blueprint that envisions creating 35 lakh affordable homes by 2030, especially targeting Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and Low-Income Groups (LIG). It seeks to achieve this through a combination of public-private partnerships, rental housing models, redevelopment of slums and chawls, and innovative ownership schemes like rent-to-own and self-redevelopment. It promotes the 'Majhe Ghar, Majha Adhikar' (My Home, My Right) initiative and aims to make housing more accessible, while reducing the pressure on city infrastructure by encouraging housing near industrial zones, thereby supporting the 'Walk to Work' concept. The policy also includes fast-track approvals for housing projects, land pooling mechanisms, promotion of green construction for climate action, and the creation of a centralised digital housing portal to enhance transparency and streamline processes for developers and homebuyers. 'Policy Sends Message That Housing Is Not A Luxury, It's A Right': Industry Players Real estate leaders have widely welcomed the policy, saying that the policy sends a clear message that housing is not a luxury, it's a right. Anuj Goradia, director at Dosti Realty, called the move remarkable, and said the blueprint addresses both sustainability and affordability. 'The new housing policy will be a progressive step towards affordable housing and will endow a significant boost to the sector by not only creating enormous employment opportunities but also bring in a win-win situation that can further ensure elevated living for the city dwellers across all the income groups," he said. He also highlighted how the policy promotes residential development around industrial zones, further enabling the 'Walk to Work' concept. 'One cannot ignore the inclusivity of this policy that promotes redevelopment of unplanned projects like slums, chawls, vertical slums, etc. We definitely look at this policy as an extremely transformational move for the state and a remarkable approach to housing that is futuristic and will boost investor confidence," he added. Nayan A Shah, chairman and managing director of Mayfair Housing, said the policy reflects a significant shift in recognizing housing as a right. 'The new Maharashtra Housing Policy 2025 is a much-needed shift towards making homeownership a reality for lakhs of families across the state. With its focus on affordable housing, rental stock, and slum rehabilitation, the policy sends a clear message that housing is not a luxury, it's a right." Shah emphasised how the policy can help fast-track development in upcoming regions like Virar. 'With this policy encouraging faster approvals, land pooling, and private participation, we see great potential to accelerate the delivery of quality homes for the aspiring middle class and working families." Jash Panchamia, promoter of Suraksha Smart City, praised the 'Majhe Ghar, Majha Adhikar' initiative and the focus on closing the housing gap. 'It addresses the urgent housing needs of the EWS and LIG housing needs while promoting solutions like self-redevelopment and rent-to-own models that are set to bridge the housing gap while paving the way for sustainable urban growth across the state." He also welcomed the digital and green measures in the policy. 'The integration of new-age technology using green practices for climate action are steps that will ensure responsible and future-ready construction. The proposed centralised digital housing portal will instil transparency and promote ease of doing business thus streamlining the system for developers and homebuyers alike." Stay updated with all the latest business news, including market trends, stock updates, tax, IPO, banking finance, real estate, savings and investments. Get in-depth analysis, expert opinions, and real-time updates—only on News18. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : real estate Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: May 29, 2025, 13:01 IST News business » real-estate Maharashtra Housing Policy 2025: Rent-To-Own, Walk-To-Work Vision Makes Housing A Right, Say Experts
Time of India
29-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
SBI CBO 2025 registration window closes today: Direct link to apply for over 2000 vacancies
SBI CBO application process 2025: The State Bank of India (SBI) will close the online applications process for the Circle Based Officer (CBO) Recruitment today, June 29, 2025. Interested and eligible candidates who have not yet filled out the application form yet can visit the official website, to fill the application online. The registration window was opened on May 9, 2025. SBI had earlier announced 2964 vacancies for the post of Circle Based Officers across various circles. Candidates will be able to print the applications till June 13, 2025. Only graduates between 21 and 30 years of age as of April 30, 2025, are eligible to apply. Proficiency in the local language of the respective circle remains a mandatory requirement. The recruitment process includes an online test, followed by screening and interview stages. The online examination comprises two parts — an objective test (120 marks) and a descriptive test (50 marks), conducted on the same day. SBI CBO application process 2025: Steps to register Candidates can follow the steps mentioned here to apply for the SBI CBO recruitment 2025: Go to the official SBI recruitment portal at Find and select the 'Apply Online' option for the Circle Based Officer recruitment . Complete the application form by entering all the required information accurately. Upload a recent photograph, your signature, and any other specified documents as per the guidelines. Make the payment of the application fee, if applicable, using the available online payment methods. Carefully check all the entered details before submitting the application. Finally, download or print the confirmation page for future reference. Alternatively, candidates can click on the link provided here to apply for the SBI CBO recruitment 2025. SBI CBO recruitment 2025: Application fees Candidates belonging to the General, Other Backward Classes (OBC), and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of ₹750 while submitting their SBI CBO 2025 application. On the other hand, applicants from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) categories are fully exempted from paying any application fee as part of the bank's inclusive recruitment policy. Ready to empower your child for the AI era? Join our program now! Hurry, only a few seats left.
