The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has removed IAS officer Padma Jaiswal, a 2003-batch AGMUT-cadre officer, from government service after a lengthy disciplinary inquiry. The action follows allegations that she misappropriated public funds while serving as Deputy Commissioner of West Kameng district in Arunachal Pradesh during 2007–08. The inquiry concluded she committed serious misconduct, prompting the ministry to recommend removal. The order takes immediate effect, barring future government employment and related benefits.
Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde suffered a head injury following an on-field altercation with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni. The club has launched disciplinary proceedings against both players. Valverde played down the incident, insisting no punches were exchanged and that he accidentally struck a table during the confrontation, escalating questions around what really happened.
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A viral post on X reignited debate after a manager fired a pregnant employee for missing two consecutive shifts, only for HR to reverse the decision and initiate disciplinary action. The case has fueled discussion on workplace policies, training for managers, and how employers should handle maternity or medical emergencies instead of treating them like standard absences.
The Allahabad High Court upheld the termination of a UPSRTC bus conductor after he allegedly ferried 59 passengers without issuing tickets. Despite filling paybills, the conductor failed to distribute tickets, causing financial loss to the government. The court found the disciplinary action justified and said there was no ground to interfere, calling the conduct dishonest.
The Supreme Court set aside an employee’s dismissal and recovery order in a Rs 2 lakh alleged embezzlement case, ruling the employer’s inquiry was invalid because it was conducted without any witnesses. The court allowed the employer to hold a fresh inquiry within six months, giving the employee a major win despite the allegations.
The Election Commission of India has ordered the suspension of Sandip Sarkar, Officer-in-Charge of Hingalganj police station in North 24 Parganas, over allegations of partisan behavior and a suspected nexus with local elements. The EC has initiated disciplinary proceedings, demanded immediate compliance, and proposed filling the vacant post.
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