Morning Current Affairs: 24 October 2017

RBI sets up task force on Public Credit Registry
The Reserve Bank of India on 23 October 2017 constituted a 10-member ‘High Level Task Force on Public Credit Registry (PCR) for India’. The task force will suggest a roadmap for developing a transparent, comprehensive and near-real-time PCR for India.
Headed by YM Deosthalee, ex-CMD of L&T Finance Holdings, the task force includes Sekar Karnam, Vishaka Mulye, Rashesh Shah and Sriram Kalyanaraman among others.

The terms of reference of the task force include reviewing the current availability of information on credit in India, assessing the gaps in India that could be filled by a comprehensive PCR, and study the best international practices on PCR.


Suresh Sethi appointed as MD & CEO of IPPB
Former MD of Vodafone M-Pesa Ltd Suresh Sethi was on 23 October 2017 appointed as the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of India Post Payments Bank (IPPB). 

Sethi was selected by the Banks Board Bureau from amongst top contenders from both public and private sector Banking and Fintech professionals. 

Sethi has broad international experience of over 27 years in the banking and financial services industry with Citigroup, YES Bank and Vodafone M-Pesa across India, Kenya, UK, Argentina and US. 


United Nations Day 2017 observed globally
The United Nations (UN) Day was observed across the world on 24 October 2017. UN Day 2017 marks the 72nd anniversary of the UN Charter’s entry into force.

The Day celebrates everything that the UN represents and has achieved since its establishment in 1945. On this occasion, all the member states of the United Nations contribute finances to its operation to help further its goals. 

A variety of events are organised every year by UN Information Centres to mark UN Day. Activities range from ceremonies, seminars, art competitions, rallies, film screenings and book exhibitions, media campaigns and social media campaigns.

Employment News : 21 -October-To-27-October -2017

JOB HIGHLIGHTS

STAFF SELECTION BOARD, MOTI DAMAN
Name Of Post : Assistant Sub-Inspector, Police Constable etc
No.of Vacancies : 164
Last Date :07.11.2017
 
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, HYDERABAD
Name Of Post : Deputy Registrar, Executive Engineer (Electrical), Sports Officer, Medical Officer etc
No.of Vacancies : 114
Last Date :22.11.20147
 
INDO-TIBETAN BORDER POLICE FORCE
Name Of Post : Head Constables
No.of Vacancies : 62
Last Date :13.11.2017
 
NATIONAL TEXTILES CORPORATION LIMITED (WR)
Name Of Post : Clerical Staff and Security Supervisor
No.of Vacancies : 40
Last Date :30.10.2017
 
UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
Name Of Post : Deputy Controller of Explosives, Scientific Officer, Junior Technical Officer etc
No.of Vacancies : 64
Last Date :02.11.2017
 
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANISATION, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Name Of Post : Technical Assistant, Scientist, Radiographer, Technician ‘B’
No.of Vacancies : 85
Last Date :23.10.2017
 
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANISATION, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Name Of Post : Technical Assistant, Scientist, Radiographer, Technician ‘B’
No.of Vacancies : 85
Last Date :23.10.2017

Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL) Vidyut Sahayak (JE) & Instrument Mechanic Posts 2017


Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL) has published Advertisement for below mentioned Posts 2017. Other details like age limit, educational qualification, selection process, application fee and how to apply are given below.


Posts:



  • Vidyut Sahayak (JE) - Electrical: 45 Posts
    • Full time/Regular BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from recognized University.
  • Vidyut Sahayak (JE) - Mechanical: 41 Posts 
    • Full time/Regular BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from recognized University.
  • Vidyut Sahayak (JE) - Instrumental & Control: 12 Posts 
    • Full time/Regular BE/B.Tech in I&C Engineering from recognized University.
  • Vidyut Sahayak (JE) - Environment: 01 Post
    • Full time/Regular BE/B.Tech in Environment Engineering from recognized University.
  • Vidyut Sahayak (JE) - Metallurgy: 01 Post 
    • Full time/Regular BE/B.Tech in Metallurgy Engineering from recognized University.
  • Vidyut Sahayak (JE) - Civil: 10 Posts
    • Full time/Regular BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering from recognized University.
  • Instrument Mechanic: 44 Posts
    • Full time / Regular Diploma in Instrument & Control from recognized University. There is no minimum percentage requirement. (BE/BTech degree holders being over-qualified need not to apply)



Total No. of Posts: 154 Posts

Age Limit: Not more than 35 years for UR candidates & 40 years for SC, ST and SEBC Candidates.

Application Fees: 
>> For SEBC and UR Candidates Rs. 500 /-
>> For SC/ST Candidates Rs. 250 /-

  • If PWD candidate belongs to SC or ST category and fulfils the criteria, fees payable shall be Rs.250/-. 
  • The applicant has to pay application fees in any of the Branches of State Bank of India through Challan or online through Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking.
  • Bank charges shall be borne by the applicant.
  • Application fee once paid will not be refunded on any account.
  • No other mode of payment i.e., Demand Draft, Money Order, Postal Order, Cheque etc. is acceptable.


Selection Process: Candidates will be selected based on written test/online test.

How to Apply: Interested Candidates may Apply Online Through official Website.


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Important Dates:


  • Starting Date of Online Application: 06-11-2017
  • Last Date to Apply Online: 26-11-2017
  • The payment of fees shall be made at the Branches of State Bank of India on or before 28.11.2017 in case of fees paid through challan.