नेशनल फेडरेशन ऑफ टेलिकॉम एमपलॉईस, HAPPY NEW YEAR

18-05-2012 : Clarification regarding applicability of rule for permitting the voluntary retirement with regard to staff absorbed in BSNL. Letter No. TF-16/8 Dated 18.05.2012 Click Here

18-05-2012 : Com. C.K. Joshi, org. Secy, (HQR), com. K.M. Mishra District Secy, Jabalpur and com. Paras CS Jabalpur TF met CGM Telecom Factory on 16-05-2012 and settled the issues relating to Richhai Telecom Factory. NFTE HQR is thankful to the comrades for solving the problems.

18-05-2012 : ITS Retentions: Hon’ble Delhi High Court has permitted the BSNL Management to retain ITS officers upto 30th Sept,2012.

18-05-2012 : LDCE for promotion to Telecom Mechanic Cadre: Sequel to Supreme Court judgement the BSNL HQr has modified the R/R of TM and has remitted to BSNL Board after clearance by the Management Committee. Now educational qualification for RMS, Peons etc will be Matriculate on uniform basis. After approval of R/R by BSNL Board the Examination will be notified. Click Here

17-05-2012 : New BSNL Website 1PV6:- On the eve of world Telecom Day the BSNL HQR vide Letter No.-1-21/2010-CIT dt-16.05.2012 has decided to launch new BSNL website 1PV6. Feed back/suggestions for improvement be sent on email-id feedback_newbsnl@bsnl.co.in. Click Here

17-05-2012 : Youth Day celebrations in Tamilnadu:- Tamilnadu circle is celebrating youth day, at 25 places on the occasion of birth day of Late com. S. Jagan, who inspired all with his ideology and has encouraged the youth and others in Telecom and BSNL

17-05-2012 : World Telecom Day:- Today is world Telecom Day. The NFTE conveys best wishes and compliments to the BSNL subscribers for their whole hearted support to the company.

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17-05-2012 : Revaluation 2010 examination of Answer Books of JAO Part two – CAT Chennai rejected the OA 851/2010:- The Chennai CAT has dismissed the OA 851/2010 for revaluation of Answer Books of JAO II examination held in year 2010. “Time and again, the apex court has held that revaluation of an answer script in an examination can be undertaken only when there is a provision for the same” . As per Rule 15 Part I of appendix 37 of P&T Manual volume IV revaluation of answer scripts is not permissible in any or under any circumustances.

16-05-2012 : Notification for LDCE for Promotion to Telecom Mechanic Cadre. Letter No.-TF-14(2d), Dated-16-05-2012. Click Here

16-05-2012 : 3rd Conference of Punjab circle will be hold at Batinda on 19-05-2012 & 20-05-2012. Com. Chandeshwar Singh General Secretary will attend the conference. Shri N.K. Gupta chief GMT Punjab will be the chief Guest. He will also address the seminar on the subject: "Precarious condition of BSNL and our role in its improvement".

16-05-2012 : Reserved price of spectrum Auction Telecom companies are lobbying to cancel Trai proposals for reserving the price for spectrum auction . Com Gurudas Das Gupta, MP has drawn the attention of Prime Minister in this regard.

16-05-2012 : Provision of Pre-Paid "Sim" with a talk time of Rs.200/- per month to Telecom Mechanics/Regular Mazdoores etc. Letter No.-TF-19/4 Dated-15-05-2012. Click Here

16-05-2012 : Holding of Department Examination for promotion to TTA Cadre in 40% quota-Request for urgent interverntion. Letter No.-TF-14/2(A) Dated-15-05-2012, To Shri A.N. Rai Director (HR). Click Here

15-05-2012 : Branch/District Secretaries and E.C. members Meeting Chittoor-Nellore-Prakasam Districts at Nellore on 12th & 13th May, 2012. Click Here

16-05-2012 : NTP–12: There is every likelyhood that the NTP – 12 may be implemented in this month. The final Draft copy of NTP has been sent to different ministries for consideration and same may be placed in next Cabinet meeting in May, In NTP-12 there is proposal of National Roaming Free with one Mobile numbers. Click Here

16-05-2012 : Change in R/Rs of TTAs/TMS not possible in 2012 Notification for holding deptl examination for promotion to TTA/ Cadre has already been issued by BSNL HQR. In the situation modification in RRs of TTAs/TMs not possible in 2012. Provision for pre-qualifying test for TTA Exam is contemplated for 2013. NFTE has not only demanded for pre-qualifying test for candidates not possessing 10+2 qualification but has also urged to include already qualified candidates in 1st qualifying test for TTA 40% quota LDC examination. Click Here

14-05-2012 : New Chief of TRAI: The Govt. has appointed Shri Rahul Khullar, commerce secretary as new Chairman of Trai in Place of Shri J.S. Sharma who has demitted office on Sunday, 13th May 2012 .

14-05-2012 : Expected loss to BSNL for year 2011-12: According to reliable sources the expected loss to BSNL would exceed Rs.9000/-crores in year 2011-12.

12-05-2012 : Circle Executive of TamilNadu at Kumbakonam and seminar. Click Here

12-05-2012 : Compassionate Ground Appointment in BSNL. Letter No.-TF-16/5 Dated:-12-05-2012 Click Here

12-05-2012 : ITS absorption According to reliable sources the BSNL Management is proposing to request the Hon’ble High Court, Delhi for retention of ITS officers for further period of two years.

11-05-2012 : (1) Group ‘A’ officers (including ITS) absorption now very complicated.Some group ‘A’ officers particularly of Electrical, civil, Telegraph Traffic etc exercised option for absorption wef 1-10-2000 in BSNL in year 2005. Their POS were issued subject to outcome of writ petitions.Delhi High court has declared such absorption wef 1-10-2000 illegal and has ordered for absorption wef 05-08-2005. If now matter goes to supreme court it will take time, 2/3 years in settlement. BSNL HQR is not in favour to relieve all. NFTE strongly feels parties should seek negotiated settlement.

11-05-2012 : (2) Selection of Director (HR) in BSNL: interview is likely to take place in May for selection.

11-05-2012 : (3) Post based promotion and NEPP upgradation issues relating to Drivers are still under consideration of corporate HQR.

10-05-2012 : BSNL Emloyees' Transfer Policy -revised guidlines. BSNL Letter No. 412-10/2009-Pers.I Dated-09-05-2012 Click Here

10-05-2012 : BWA MEET AT ALLAHABAD (EDITORIAL- ENGLISH & HINDI) Click Here

09-05-2012 : 2 ‘G’ Review : The central Govt. has decided to withdraw its review petition in the Supreme Court verdict that all airwaves should be allotted through auction.

09-05-2012 : Blackmailing tactics of private Telecom companies : The CEOS of Private Telecom companies have met the Minister of Communication and reportedly warned him that the mobile call rates well be double in some circles if TRAI’s recommendations on spectrum pricing are accepted.

09-05-2012 : Battlelines drawn :The income tax officials are preparing ground to recover Rs.11,218/- crores tax and penalties from British Telecom firm Vodafone.

09-05-2012 : India is not inferior country : If they (British ) are entitled surely India is also entitled (to retrospective amendment).India is not inferior country .India cannot be a tax haven to attract foreign investment . FM takes tough stand to recover Tax from Vodafone.

09-05-2012 : Transfer under Rules-8 of BSNL Transfer Policy in respect of LDC(TA). Letter NO. 5-7/2009-SEA Dated 03.05.2012 Click Here

09-05-2012 : ITS absorption : 1. Meeting with Director (HR) and GM (Est) :President, GS and Secretary (Com Rajpal) met Director (HR) on 8th and discussed the following issues. 2. BSNL’s own rules for recognition : It was pointed out that the “SR cell” is delaying the matter. There is no legal hurdle in the matter Director (HR) assured for appropriate action. 3. CGA cases in MP : Director (HR) asked the GM (Est) to sort out the issue. Union representatives told that even single approved candidate has not been given appointment in CGA from years 2005. 4. Transfers at Mysore : The case is being enquired into SSA Head is not competent to fix tenure. 5. Tenure of cashiers : Union representatives pointed out that the tenure is of four and not three years. 6. Upgradation of drivers in NEPP : Matter is receiving active consideration.

09-05-2012 : CGA in MP.Letter NO.-TF.-16/5 Dated-09-05-2012 Click Here

09-05-2012 : Steps to minimise the expenditures in BSNL.Letter No. 6/7 Dated-09-05-2012 Click Here

08-05-2012 : Reclassification of Saharanpur for the purpose of HRA. Letter No.-TF-10/4(A) Date-08-05-2012 Click Here

08-05-2012 : NFTE representative discussed the matter at appropriate level. The employees may be upgraded on the basis of previous year CRS. GM(A), Maharashtra circle will be at Nagpur on 9th May and such cases will be sorted out.

08-05-2012 : ITS absorption : Only two repeat only two ITS offices have opted for absorption in BSNL after High Court’s orders.

08-05-2012 : DOT has snatched staff and establishment Job from ITS offices and transferred to IAS, incumbent because blood is thicker than water.

08-05-2012 : Agenda for core Committee Meeting Click Here

07-05-2012 : Seminar on NTP-2012 at Kumbakonam : A seminar on NTR-2012 is being held on 8th/9th May at Kumbakonam in Tamilnadu. CGM Tamilnadu, Shri Khan is attending. Dy. G.S. (Com. C.K. Mathiavanan), Secretary Hqr (Com. Jayraman), Central organising Secretary (Com. Gopal Krishnan) will address the seminar on behalf of Hqr.

07-05-2012 : Deduction of union’s subscription : Reply sent to CGM, Haryana vide BSNL Hqr letter No.- BSNL/39-8/SR/2011 dated 04.05.2012. Click Here

07-05-2012 : ITS absorption and relief of non- optees : BSNL Hqr has reportedly taken a position that all ITS Managers cannot be relieved in one stroke. Reply is being submitted in the court.

07-05-2012 : Notification for Telecom Mechanic Examination : Notification will be issued after TTA examination result.

07-05-2012 : Upgradation of Saharanpur : NFTE representative met Director (F) and apprised him about inordinate delay in upgradation despite pay revision orders and agreement. In order to delay it further the finance is sending it to BSNL Board. Reportedly matter is now being sent to CMD, BSNL.

07-05-2012 : Temporary Transfer case of Smt. D. Sujatha TTA, BSNL Letter No. 7-38/2012-Pers III dated 26.04.2012. Click Here

07-05-2012 : NE-12 Scale : The matter will come for approval in BSNL Board meeting taking place on 21st May, 2012.

07-05-2012 : Deduction of Income Tax from leave encashment : NFTE BSNL vide letter No. TF-11/3(a) dated 30.03.2012 referred the case against deduction of Income Tax from payment of leave encashment. BSNL Hqr vide Letter No.- 1001-04/2011-12/Taxation/BSNL/LE/196 dated 04.05.2012 has issued orders. Click Here

07-05-2012 : TRAI recommends Rs. 2750/- crores support to BSNL for two years : Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has recommended Rs. 2750/- crores support to BSNL for a period of two years for maintaining rural wire line connections installed prior to Ist April, 2002. Ist year Rs. 1500/- crores second year Rs. 1250/- crores. Click Here

07-05-2012 : Trade union action programe : The BSNL WA has authorized the Chairman, Com. S.P. Sharma and convener Com. C. Singh (GS NFTE) to decide jointly Trade union action programme. Click Here

04-05-2012 : Mobile operators added 8 million users in March 2012 Total Mobile users base in India 951.34 million, according to data received by TRAI. BSNL added 0.76 million, Broad band sub – scriber base increased 13.54 millions to 13.79 millions till and of March 2012.

03-05-2012 : Private Telecom Firms owe over Rs. 550cr to BSNL: Out standing dues of BSNL against major Telecom operators, as inter connect usage charges (ICU) Bharti irtel =169.07cr(2) Idea=121.36cr(3) Reliance Commu Ltd.=101.63cr.(4) Vodafone =49.54cr(5) TTCL=33.83cr (6)VESL=29.72cr. (7)Spice cellular=14.54cr (8)Reliance Telecom Ltd=9.23cr.(9)Data Access=6.89cr (10) DSL=4.50cr. (11) TCL=4.32cr (12)Dish net =2.96cr (13) Aircel =2.20cr (14) Reliance info=1.09cr.

03-05-2012 : While answering question no. 4307 The minister of communications and IT informed Lok sabha on 02-05-2012, in respect of ITS officers absorption in BSNL/MTNL, as on 30.04.2012 out of 1454 Group ‘A’ ITS officers on deemed deputation to BSNL and MTNL 394 have been relived to Join DOT. Click Here

03-05-2012 : While answering question no. 4231, The minister of communications and IT informed Lok sabha on 02-05-2012 that 3361 casual Labours are working in BSNL, Click Here

03-05-2012 : Cash Award to Sportspersons for excellence in National Tournaments/Meets. Calling of nominations. Letter No.- 32-03/2012-BSNL (Sports)/3 dated 02.05.2012. Click Here

02-05-2012 : Pay erosion due to pay scale revision wef 1st January, 2007 : In the meeting held with Director (HR) on 28.04.2012 at Allahabad he agreed to extend the benefit granted to JTOs/JAOs to similarly placed non-executive employees also in the cases of pay erosion. Alliance partners and NFTE’s functionaries are requested to equip the Hqr with the concrete cases to clinch the issue.

02-05-2012 : “Weightage point System” of BSNL for CGA (Compassionate Ground Appointment) is irregular : The CAT bench at Chennai has ruled that the weightage point system adopted by BSNL is not in accordance with the instructions of the DoPT.

02-05-2012 : BSNL is required to pay pension contribution on the maximum of the Pay Scale in respect of such employees who are retiring within next 6 months as per DoT Letter No.- 7-45/2008-TA-I dated 19.04.2012 and BSNL Letter No.- 500-57/2011-12/CA1/BSNL/vol IV dated 26.04.2012. Click Here

02-05-2012 : Photos of Seminar held at Allahabad on 28.04.2012. Click Here

30-04-2012 : NFTE (BSNL) Conveys warm revolutionary greetings to All Employees and Working class on the Occasion of May Day (01.05.2012). Click Here

30-04-2012 : Executive Health Check up Scheme for Sr. Executive of BSNL. Letter No. BSNL/Admn.-I/15-1/07 Dated 24.04.2012. Click Here

30-04-2012 : Calling of nominations of outstanding sportspersons for career progression-case regarding. Letter No. 32-1/2012-BSNL(Sports)/9 Dated 20.04.2012. Click Here

30-04-2012 : Systematic improvement in respect of civil works. Letter No. 7-3/2009-W(T)/Part-II/156 Dated 26.04.2012. Click Here

30-04-2012 : Open Session and Seminar organised by BSNL Workers Alliance unions at Allahabad on 28th April at 16.00 hours : The open session and seminar on “Placing of BSNL in profit” was organised on 28th April, 2012 at 16 hours under the Chairmanship of Com. Islam Ahmad, President NFTE BSNL. Shri A.N. Rai, Director (Enterprise and HR) graced the occasions Chief Guest. Com. S.P. Sharma, President BSNL WRU and Chairman, BWA inaugurated the session and seminar. Comrades C. Singh, General Secretary NFTE and convener BWA, Rajkishore GS WRU, Samadhia (President, Snatta) and representative of AIBCTES addressed the meeting.

30-04-2012 : Delegation meets Director (Enterprise and HR) at Allahabad on 28th April : A delegation consisting of Com. Chandeshwar Singh General Secretary of NFTE BSNL and convener BWA, S.P. Sharma (President BSNL WRU and chairman BWA) Islam Ahmad (President NFTE BSNL) Manish Samadhia (President, Snatta ) and Dhiraj Chodhary (Advisor Snatta) met Director (HR and Enterprise), Shri A.N Rai at Allahabad on 28th April at 10 hours and drew his attention on the issues of 78.2% IDA merger. Holding of Departmental examination specially to JTO cadre for vacancies occurring up to 31st December,2011. Vindictive transfers at Mysore, Jabalpur etc. The issues of new rules for recognition of unions and fires taking place at Bhopal and Ahmadabad Telephone Exchange were also raised. The Director (HR) was told that the employees will undergo immortal losses due to denial of 78.2% IDA merger benefit.

28-04-2012 : BWA Meeting on 28th April 2012 : BSNL Workers Alliance in the meeting held on 28.04.2012 has taken following decision : (i) VRS will be opposed tooth and nail. (ii) Medical Allowance/LTC be restored. (iii) Sufferings and hardships in NEPP be addressed. (iv) Hold all departmental examinations following uniformity. (v) Modifications is needed in TTA, TM & JTO (Elect) R/R. (vi) Bonus be paid to BSNL employees.

28-04-2012 : BWA 1st Day Meeting Decision : (i) Govt. Should grant immediate financial package to BSNL as per its commitments. (ii) BSNL’s own rules for recognition of non-executive unions be framed. 6th verification should be only as per BSNL’s own Rules. SR cell is delaying the matter on one or the other pretext. (iii) 78.2% IDA merger issue be resolved to avoid immortal loss to employees. (iv) Wage erosion in respect of staff (D/R TTAS, Sr. TOAs, TMs etc.) be settled like JTOs/JAOs. More decisions in meeting of 28th April.

27-04-2012 : Core Committee Meeting on 25th/26th May 2012 : The Secretariate has decided to hold core committee meeting of NFTE BSNL on 25th/26th May, 2012 at Delhi. Members are requested to make it convenient to attend the meeting.

27-04-2012 : BSNL workers alliance meeting taking place at Allahabad on 27th and 28th April, 2012.

26-04-2012 : M O U (Editorial- English & Hindi) Click Here

26-04-2012 : Seminar at Allahabad on 28th April, 2012. (Invitation card) Click Here

25-04-2012 : After 3 years Director (Finance) post is filled up in BSNL. Shri KCGK Pillai has joined as Director (Finance) today. NFTE congratulates for his new assignment.

25-04-2012 : Supreme Court extends dead line for 2G auction : Gives time till August 31, holders of cancelled licenses can operate till Sept, 7.There will be no disruption in mobile services, provision for number portability will also continue. New licenses will take over the operation of old ones between Sept 1 and 7. Supreme Court not agreed to extend the auction dead line by 400 days from June 2, 2012 as requested by the Govt. Telecom set to be cash cow for Govt, expecting Rs. 7 Lakh crores to exchequer in ten years from spectrum auction. In the current year the Govt. has budgeted over Rs. 58,000 crores from its various telecom assets, including Rs 40,000 crores from sale of Spectrum.

25-04-2012 : Grant of 30% fitment to DR TTAs selected against backlog vacancies in Bihar Circle. Letter No. TF-9/9 Dated 24.04.2012 Click Here

24-04-2012 : Pay erosion in respect of D/R TTAs and other category of staff. Letter NO. TF-9/9 Dated 24.04.2012 Click Here

23-04-2012 : Non-executive Promotion Policy in the IDA Pay Scale of NE-1 to NE-10. Letter No. 11-2/2012-PAT(BSNL) Dated 12.04.2012. Click Here

21-04-2012 : NFTE BSNL means what it says : The NFTE BSNL is firmly opposed to retrenchment of employees through the process of VRS and will oppose it tooth and nail. NFTE has pointed out reasons why VRS is being opposed ? The DoT has signed MoU with BSNL to fund VRS. It is ludicurous as it signed agreement with the unions for job security of employees on 8th September, 2000. If DoT can provide fund for VRS why it is not reimbursing deficit to BSNL. Why it is not returning BWA license fee ? why no financial package to BSNL like Air India which is also a PSU. Ignore motivated propaganda and don’t fall into trap of Govt. VRS has been given to MTNL staff and what is result ?

21-04-2012 : Attention circle/District Secretaries : The validity of cheques and DDS is now only of three months Hqr requests to ensure that the cheques/DDS of quota are sent regularly and well in time to avoid the expiry date of validity. Click Here

21-04-2012 : BWA Meeting at Allahabad : BSNL works alliance meeting is taking place on 27/28th April at Allahabad. A seminar is being organised on 28th by NFTE BSNL which will be addressed by the General Secretaries of alliance unions. Director (HR) is most likely to attend and grace the occasion. The General Secretaries of unions are requested to intimate their arrival details to Com. Islam Ahmad on Mobile 09452848182 or New Delhi 09868230506 to avoid inconvenience. He will be at Allahabad from 24th April, 2012 onward.

21-04-2012 : TRAI’s Decisions : 1. All Telecom companies to provide one Tariff Plan on one second basis. 2. Telecom companies can alter International Tariff for new and old customers both.

19-04-2012 : On 17.04.2012, the Hon’ble Delhi High Court has given two weeks time to ITS officers for submitting option to join BSNL/MTNL or to revert back to Govt. Service. Click Here

19-04-2012 : Payment of Dearness Allowance to Central Government employees- Revised Rates effective from 01.01.2012. Letter No. 1(1)/2012-E-II(B) Dated 03.04.2012 Click Here

18-04-2012 : Ministry of Finance instructions and Implementation of E-payment in BSNL. Letter No. 1-4/BBF/e-payment/TM/2007-08 Dated 17.04.2012 Click Here

18-04-2012 : At about 05.30 hrs today, fire took place in Navrangpura Telephone Exchange Ahamadabad. It is noticed by outsiders near by the Exchange. Fire alarams were not functioning in the Exchange. The 1500 service paralyzed totally in the town. Employees service books were burnt in fire in accounts section, which were lying in the open. Loss/Damage is estimated above 50 lakhs. NFTE demands for enquiry and take action against erring officers.

17-04-2012 : Bhopal Telephone exchange burnt allegedly arbitrary decisions of authorities and diesel theft. Company has suffered loss of Rs. more than 100 crores. NFTE demands for enquiry and action against responsible officer. Click Here

17-04-2012 : Empanelment of Private Hospitals. Letter No. BSNL/Admn.I/15-14/11 Dated 16.04.2012 Click Here

16-04-2012 : The Circle working Committee of Madhya Pradesh took place at Satna on 15.04.2012 earlier a meeting has also been organised at Rewa SSA on 14.04.2012, despite holiday on 14.04.2012 and 15.04.2012 a large number of employees gathered to listen the President and General Secretary of NFTE. The fire has taken place in city main exchange at Bhopal due to negligence of authorities causing lose of more than Rs. 100 crores. The leaders in the meeting have demanded an enquiry to fix the responsibility against erring officers.

13-04-2012 : CHQ wishes a very happy and prosperous Tamil New Year (13.04.2012)

13-04-2012 : CHQ also extends Baisakhi greetings. (13.04.2012)

13-04-2012 : CHQ records its respectful homage to Baba B. R. Ambedkar on the occasion of his birth anniversary. (14.04.2012)

13-04-2012 : Hearty Congratulations to Com. Jayaprakash for taking over the charge of General Secretary, NU BSNL Workers (FNTO)

13-04-2012 : Com. Pulak Ganguli’s father left for heavenly abode. Hqr. condoles the sad demise and share the grief.

13-04-2012 : DPE order – No increase in IDA from 01.04.2012. File No. 2(50)86-DPE(WL) GL V/12 dated 10.04.2012 Click Here

13-04-2012 : Clarification regarding applicability of GPF/EPF to Casual Labourers who has been conferred TSM Status on or before 30.09.2010 and regularised in BSNL on or after 01.10.2000. File No. 17-1/2011-LE Dated 13.04.2012. Click Here

13-04-2012 : Bail out for Air India : The Govt on 12th April has again approved a Rs. 30,000/- crores bail out for Air India which is facing huge financial crisis. The Air India is also a PSU like BSNL and has received financial supports in the past also. But a different treatment for BSNL by central Govt. although it had committed to keep the BSNL financially strong at the time of formation of BSNL. Instead of extending financial support Govt. is imposing on BSNL unjust and illogical burdens.

12-04-2012 : Holliday declared for 14.4.2012 on account of Dr.B.R.Ambedkar's Birth Day. No. 12-1/2004-TE-II Dated 12.04.2012 Click Here

12-04-2012 : Com. K.K. Singh Secretary HQ visited Kolkata on organizational tour and attended Kolkata circle executive meeting held on 11.04.2012. Members of circle executives along with District Secretary are very much eager in strengthening the NFTE organization in West Bengal. Before this General Secretary and Com. K.K. Singh toured Guahati and Bongaigaon.

12-04-2012 : President, GS and Secy (Com. Rajpal) met Director (HR) on 12th April,2012 and discussed the following issues. 1. 78.2% IDA fixation benefit to BSNL employees on notional basis . Director (HR) agreed to refer to Management Committee for review. 2. Restoration of Medical Allowance : Union representatives drew the attention of Director (HR) about the commitment in 12th December 2011 meeting. He agreed for review of the matter. 3. Utilisation of TSMS on optional and willingness basis in other SSAS/circles so that they may appear in TM examination where vacancies are available GM(Est) has been asked to process for consideration. 4. Deduction of Income tax from leave encashment suitable instructions given to Est./Finance officers. 5. BSNL’s own rules for recognition : The representatives pointed out that the unions representing more than 82% workers want new recognition rules for maximum representation of employees in Negotiating Machineries. No. one be allowed to use veto power. NFTE BSNL is even prepared for referendum from the workers if they want BSNL’s own rules for recognition or not. Director (HR) agreed to consider the matter in positive perspective. 6. Saharanpur upgradation : File is expected be cleared by Finance of BSNL shortly.

12-04-2012 : Deployment and optimum utilisation of Temporary status Majdoors. Letter No.TF-14/2(d) Dated : 10.04.2012 Click Here

12-04-2012 : Deduction of Incometax from Leave encashment payment on superannuation.Letter No. TF-11/3(a) Dated 10.04.2012 Click Here

11-04-2012 : Restoration of Medical Allowance, Leave Encashment and LTC. Letter No. TF-32/2 Dated 11.04.2012 Click Here

11-04-2012 : 78.2% IDA fixation in revision of Pay Scales effective from 1st January, 2007. Letter No. TF-10/3 Dated 11.04.2012 Click Here

11-04-2012 : Pension revision of Pre-2007 retirees in Maharashtra : GM (Est) again reminded in person on the issue who promised to do the needful for pension revision.

11-04-2012 : Expenditures on Medical reduced : Enquiries have revealed that the expenditure on Medical with vouchers for QE 31st March, 2012 is less.

11-04-2012 : MP circle working committee Meeting is being held on 15th April at Satna President and GS will attend.

11-04-2012 : How to get rid off with the Pension burden imposed on the BSNL. (Editorial- English & Hindi) Click Here

10-04-2012 : NFTE BSNL condoles the sad demise of Com. Namboodri’s elder sister. Hqr shares his grief.

10-04-2012 : Telecom Mechanic Examination : Notification for holding Departmental examination for promotion to TM cadre is likely to be issued early.

10-04-2012 : BSNL Sports Calendar for All India BSNL Tournaments/Meets for the year 2012-13. Letter No. 28-1/2012-BSNL(Sports) Dated 04.04.2012. Click Here

10-04-2012 : Meeting with the GM (Admin) : President and Secretary, Com. Rajmouli met and discussed issues relating to BSNL MRS (i) BSNL Hqr has reportedly proposed for extension of CGHS facilities to BSNL retirees. (ii) Request was also made to consider for restoration of Medical Allowance as agreed by management in the meeting of 12th December, 2011 prior to 15th December, 2011 strike.

10-04-2012 : VRS : There is no change in situation. The proposal duly approved, by BSNL Boards is lying in DoT. The BSNL management has promised to unions not to take loan from banks for the VRS. NFTE BSNL is opposed to VRS move and will not be averse to struggle including joint one.

10-04-2012 : LDCE for promotion to JTO cadre against departmental quota of vacancies : Date of hearing for vacation of “Stay” for holding LDCE is fixed for 22nd May, 2012. On the basis of report we mentioned that “Stay” is vacated. Regrets for the inconvenience.

10-04-2012 : MASSIVE MEETING AT COIMBATORE (TAMILNADU) ON 04-04-2012.: On 04-04-2012 a massive meeting was organized by Coimbatore district union at Main Telephone Exchange complex. comrades C.K.MATHIVANAN, Dy. Genl.Secy, SS.Gopalakrishnan, All India Organizing secy, L.Subbarayan, Asst.Circle Secy, N.Ramakrishnan, Dist.Secy spoke at the meeting and explained the present status of issues concerning the employees. Five senior comrades were felicitated at this meeting on their retirement. Click Here

<09-04-2012 : Com. O.P. Gupta Ji crossed 90 years on 08.04.2012. We wish him good health and long life.

09-04-2012 : Revised norms for provision of vehicles in BSNL field units. Letter No. 3-4/2009 MVT Dated 04.04.2012 Click Here

09-04-2012 : Settlement of claims under CGHS package rates for the overstay period of patient in the hospital in excess of days prescribed in package rate. Letter No. BSNL/Admn.-1/15-7/12 (pt.) Dated 03.04.2012 Click Here

09-04-2012 : Special discount scheme for Govt./PSU employees and extension of promotional tariff under postpaid Wireless Broadband Services (WIMAX). Letter No. 22-01/2010-T&C-CM Dated 29.03.2012 Click Here

04-04-2012 : Colorful farewell and Zonal Convention at Kolhapur (Maharashtra) : On 3rd April, 2012 a farewell function was organised in honour of Com. Sanjay G Kulkarni District Secretary NFTE (BSNL) Kolhapur who retired from service on 31.03.2012. High dignitaries of Kolhapur city attended this function including Chhatrapati Sambha Jee Maharaj. All the members of NFTE (BSNL) and of other union Comrades garlanded Com. Sanjay G Kulkarni and offered a shawl. Com. Chandeshwar Singh General Secretary NFTE, Com. Ramesh Ayere circle secretary Maharashtra, Com. K. S. Kulkarni and Com. Moktali both CHQ secretaries participated in the function and honoured Com. Sanjay G Kulkarni with bouquet and shawl on behalf of NFTE CHQ and Maharashtra Circle. On this occasion a zonal convention was organized with all the neighbouring 5 SSA district sectaries along with office bearers. The gathering was unexpected in Dr. M.Vishweshwarayya meeting Hall Kohlapur. From BSNL management Shri Dipak Tayal Sr. GM Kohlapur SSA, DGM (A) and good numbers of other officers participated in the convention and addressed the gathering. The Sr. GM expressed all his feelings towards survival of BSNL. Com. Kulkarni, Com. Moktali, Com. Ramesh Ayere and Com. Chandeshwar Singh General Secretary addressed the meeting and explained the current situation of BSNL as well as the staff related issues. The General Secretary call upon the workers not to fall in the trap of VRS and be united leaving all the sectarian ideology to defeat the Govt. anti workers policy.

04-04-2012 : District Conference and Zonal convention at Aurangabad (Maharashtra) : Aurangabad District conference was held on 2nd April 2012 and Zonal convention also organized on initiation of the circle union. The convention was held in Maulana Abdul Kalam Shabha Bhawan, Aurangabad. It was inaugurated by Com. C. Singh General Secretary NFTE (BSNL). Com. Ramesh Ayere Circle Secretary, Com. K.S. Kulkarni Secretary CHQ and all the six district secretaries of neighbouring SSA’s like Nanded, Usmanabad were present along with their district office bearers and activists of the union. From management side S/Shri R.K. Sahu DGM and Shri Jhoshi DGM were present and addressed the convention. Shri Sahu DGM appeal the workers to make our united efforts for survival of BSNL. He added that the staff and the officers should maintain cordial relation and keep trust upon each other, otherwise the company will not come out from crisis. Addressing the huge gathering of the convention Com. Chandeshwar Singh General Secretary NFTE explained the core issues related to staff like 78.2% IDA merger, Bonus, NEPP, transfer policy, VRS and disinvestment. He appeal the management to stop the present step mother treatment with the members of non recognised union specially in case of transfers. Shri Ayere Circle Secretary Maharashtra in his deliberation explained the situation of other SSA’s where SSA heads are doing double role in transfers and they are giving protection to the members of recognized union. The convention ended with success after the vote of thanks by the working president.

04-04-2012 : BSNL worker’s alliance meeting postponed to 27th and 28th April 2012 instead of 20th and 21st.

03-04-2012 : Absorption of Telecom Service (ITS) etc. cadre officers in Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited/Mahanagar Telecom Nigam Limited – Issues raised by Department of Telecommunications & ITs officers regarding recruitment in BSNL/MTNL- reg. BSNL No.4/13/2012-P&PW (D) Dated 19.03.2012. Click Here

02-04-2012 : Upgradation of Drivers in NEPP. Letter No. 26/6 Dated 29.03.2012 Click Here

31-03-2012 : The Circle working Committee Meeting of AP circle was held at Ongole on 25.03.2012 under the president ship of Com. M.B. Prakash. Majority of District Secretaries and CWC members attended the meeting. Com. K. Anjaiah Circle Secretary put forth the views about transfer ordered against corporate office guide lines. All the members expressed and condemned the attitude of management in non-settling the genuine demands of Shrikakulam SSA. The employees were on struggle for more than one month. Com. A. Raja Mouli, Secretary Hqr attended the meeting on behalf of CHQ. He explained the steps taken by CHQ in resolving the transfer issue of Shrikakulam. CHQ and CWC appealed to the Comrades of Shrikakulam to call off the strike, in view of the intervention by the circle and CHQ and assured that their “Heroic struggle” may not go futile. CWC saluted the comrades of Shrikakulam for their struggle. The meeting seriously discussed the transfer issue at all levels and called upon the branches to ready for struggle in future against irregular, unwarranted, pick and choose transfers in the circle. Com Mallishetty, Chief Patron AP circle addressed the meeting. The District union of Ongole SSA arranged the meeting within very short notice.

31-03-2012 : Bihar Circle Union conducting demonstration in front of CGM office Patna against transfers. Click Here

31-03-2012 : CHECK AND CONTROL THE DEFIANCE (EDITORIAL) Click Here

31-03-2012 : Revision of pay Non-executive Employees in BSNL w.e.f. 01.01.2007-clarification reg. BSNL letter No. 1-07/2012-PAT(BSNL) Dated 28.03.2012. Click Here

30-03-2012 : A new branch of NFTE BSNL formed at Malbari telephone exchange in Bongai gaon SSA Assam Circle. Com. Apurva Sharma, Com. Idrish Ali, Com. M. Kalita were elected as President, Secretary, and Treasurer respectively. CHQ congratulated the office bearers of Malbari Branch.

30-03-2012 : Meeting with CMD, BSNL : President and Secretary (Com. Rajmouli) CHQ met CMD BSNL on 30th and discussed about supply of materials (cable, optical fiber, instruments, modem etc) to circles. CMD told that no major tenders are pending in corporate office. There is no shortage of cable but the circles may get on requirement basis. The situation in Gujrat was particularly referred to.

30-03-2012 : No increase in IDA for quarter ending FEB 2012 (i.e. 56.7%).

30-03-2012 : Welfare Grant for circles (BSNL No. 13-1/2011-BSNL –(WL)/Pt. Dated 21.03.2012 Click Here

30-03-2012 : Issue of PoS of Casual Labourers (BSNL No. 269-5/2012-Pers IV dated 22.03.2012) Click Here

30-03-2012 : Prevention of Sexual Harassment of women employees. (BSNL No. 6-1/2005-SG/2012/149 dated 27.03.2012) Click Here

30-03-2012 : Room rent for Indoor treatment under BSNL MRS BSNL/Adm.I/15-20/11 dated 20.03.2012. Click Here

29-03-2012 : MoU between DoT and BSNL Part IV – Commitment/Assistance from the Department of Telecommunication, Govt. of India : Government shall endeavor to assist BSNL in the following matters : (i) Re-imbursement of deficit on account of commercially non-viable service. (ii) Refund of upfront BWA spectrum License fee. (iii) Issue of a soft loan which has been requested by BSNL for an actual loan of Rs. 15000 crores for 10 years with a moratorium of 5 years. (iv) Center/State governments and PSUs should give priority to BSNL for their telecom service requirement. (v) Pension contribution is collected on the maximum of the scale in IDA instead of on actual pay drawn which is contrary to the procedure followed in respect of CDA scales. (vi) Funding support for VRS. Note : NFTE BSNL held discussion at corporate Hqr. No VRS unless and until money comes from MoF/DoT to BSNL.

29-03-2012 : The employee who submits technical resignation to accept appointment in outside quota cant get promotion benefit of option for fixation of Pay BSNL No. 1-07/2012 PAT (BSNL) dated 28.03.2012 Click Here

29-03-2012 : Stalemate to Continue : The absorption of ITS personnel into BSNL or their repatriation to DoT is still pending. Thus stalemate will continue in the field much against the interest of the company.

29-03-2012 : BSNL’s proposal for monthly pension contribution is rejected by DoT/MoF DoT Letter No. 7-45/2008/TA-1/ 409-433 dated 01.03.2012, NFTE maintained from beginning BSNL Hqr has acted beyond its powers. Click Here

28-03-2012 : BSNL will be in loss again : BSNL will be in loss again to the tune of more than Rs. 8,000/- crores.

28-03-2012 : RMS on stagnation after upgradation in NEPP : NFTE met GM (Est) and submitted concrete cases to establish that RMS are on stagnation stage after upgradation in NEPP. Circle secretaries are requested to send more such cases.

28-03-2012 : Pension revision of Pre-2007 retirees : GM(Est) has been apprised of about non-revision of pension of pre-2007 retirees by CCA, Mumbai. He agreed to intervene.

28-03-2012 : NE-12 Scale : BSNL Management Committee has approved for creation of the scale and now it will be sent to Board for approval. The date of effect ie creation will be from 22nd February, 2012 and neither from date of agreement nor from the date of issue of orders. The NE-12 scale will be extended to employees after 7 of 8 years as the case may be.

27-03-2012 : NFTE representatives met Director (HR) on 26th March and discussed some issues. VRS : 1. Proposal is still with DoT and VRS will not be introduced unless and until money is received from DoT/MoF. 2. BSNL’s own Rules for recognition of unions : PGM (SR) advised to process consultation with unions. 3. Victimisation and harassment of staff at Pathankot and Dhanbad : Assured for appropriate action.

26-03-2012 : BSNL will provide Phone and Internet in each village by year 2014 : Shri R. K.Upadhyay, CMD, BSNL has reportedly declared at Agartala that the BSNL will provide phone and Internet in each village by year 2014. To achieve this target the PSU has started a scheme of Rs 20 thousand crores for laying National Optical Fiber Network.

26-03-2012 : Agenda for BSNLWA meeting on 20th/21st April, 2012 at Allahabad. Click Here

26-03-2012 : Photos of Vadodara Meeting. Click Here

26-03-2012 : Photos of Valsad Meeting. Click Here

24-03-2012 : The open session of District Conference of NFTE BSNL at Valsad was held on 23rd March, 2012 at Rajiv Panchayat Hall. It was addressed by Comrades Islam, Verma (VP CHQ), Bhatia (Circle Secretary) and H.P. Tiwari as Circle President. Comrades V.B. Patel and J.B. Maurya have been elected as President and District Secretary respectively.

23-03-2012 : Annual MOU Between BSNL and DOT Click Here

23-03-2012 : Farewell to the Retired Employees in Vijayawada SSA on 08-03-2012 Click Here

22-03-2012 : Massive Meeting at Vadodara : NFTE BSNL held a very massive meeting on 22nd March, 2012 under the Chairmanship of Com. H.R. Tewari, Circle President and District President of the union. More than 500 employees gathered to bid farewell to Com. T.N. Rai, District Secretary PGM, Shri R.K. Sharma and other officers were also present Com. Islam A.I. President, Com. Bhatia (Circle Secretary), C/S SNEA, Distt Secretary BSNLEU addressed the gathering speaking on the occasion Com. Islam explained the position of many issues. He stressed the present crisis in BSNL could be overcome only by evolving unity of unions and employees. He requested Govt. to end the preset stalemate in BSNL.

21-03-2012 : G.P.F. interest calculation : 8% from 01.04.2011 to 30.11.2011; 8.6% from 01.12.2011. F.No..5(1)-B(PD)/2011 Dated 19.03.2012. Click Here

21-03-2012 : Issue of Presidential orders of TSMS regularised on or after 01.10.2000 : List of such TSMS must be sent by circle office by 31st March, 2012.

21-03-2012 : Reply from Shri Milind Deora Honorable Minister of state communication and Information on 14.03.2012 in Lok Sabha in respect of irregularities in allotment of ILD licenses. (Q. No. 303) Click Here

19-03-2012 : Provision of Pre-paid SIM with a talk time of Rs 200/- PM to Telecom Mechanics/ Regular Mazdoors etc.Letter No. TF- 19/4, Date: 19-03-2012. Click Here

19-03-2012 : Viability Gap Funding (VGF). TF- 6/7, Date: 19-03-2012 Click Here

19-03-2012 : The mother of Com. R. venkatraman, former Secretary General, FNTO and presently working President of Teppu left for heavenly abode on 15th march NFTE HQr shares the grief and offer condolences.

19-03-2012 : 5. Looking to tap the Telecom Sector : The Govt. is looking to raise more than Rs 55, 000 crores through auction of spectrum including those vacated by 122 Telecom License holders. The realization from 122 Licenses alone is about Rs 40, 000 crores.

19-03-2012 : 4. Mobile users to Pay more : More than 900 million mobile phone users have to pay more monthly bills due to 2% hike in service tax.

19-03-2012 : 3. The Govt. has sought to amend the Income Tax law retrospectively to bring into the tax net Vodaphone- Hutchison type of transaction to override the Supreme Court Judgement.

19-03-2012 : 2. PSU Sell – off : The Govt. has lowered its disinvestment ambition, budgeting to raise Rs 30, 000/- crores through stake sale in Public Sector companies in 2012-13, compared to the Rs, 40, 000 crores target for the current financial year.

19-03-2012 : 1. Proposed Income tax slab : Taxable Income - Tax Upto 2, 00,000 - Nil, 2, 00,000 to 5, 00,000 - 10%, 5, 00,000 to 10, 00,000 - 20%, More than Rs 10, 00,000 - 30%, From 60 to 80 years of age : Upto 2, 50, 000 - Nil, 2, 50, 001 to 5, 00, 000 - 10%, 5, 00, 001 to 10, 00, 000 - 20%, More than 10, 00, 000 - 30%,
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16-03-2012 : Change of Designation of Main stream cadres in BSNL- Proposal from NFTE-BSNL. Letter No. TF- 53 dated: 16-03-2012. Click Here

16-03-2012 : Transfer requests of BSNL Executive/Non-Executive- regarding. Letter No. BSNL/ED (NB)/ Staff/2011-12/1 Dated: 12th March, 2012. Click Here

16-03-2012 : Provident fund rate lowered to 8.25% for 2011-12: The union finance ministry has given its nod for the labour and employment ministry to fix the rate of interest payable to EPF (Employees Provident Fund) subscribers at 8.25% for 2011-12, instead of at 9.5% paid in 2010-11.

15-03-2012 : Reality Check over Pension Burden: DOT or BSNL? Click Here

15-03-2012 : 112 Govt. Websites Hacked in 3 Months: Sachin Pilot Click Here

13-03-2012 : Instructions from corporate office regarding JTO’s Temporary transfers. Letter No. 5-19/2011-Pres. IV dated: 12th March, 2012. Click Here

13-03-2012 : Issue of Presidential Orders to Temporary status mazdoor upon their absorption in BSNL. Letter No. 269-5/2012-Pers. IV dated: 12th March, 2012. Click Here

13-03-2012 : BSNL workers alliance meeting will take place at Allahabad on 20-4-2012 & 21-4-2012.

13-03-2012 : G.S and Secretary CHq met Dirctor (HR), PGM (SR) and GM (Est) discussed the issue of Srikakulam transfers, NE 12 scale, Jharkhand issue regarding Telecom mechanic promotion and conducting of JTO examination for 35% and 15% quota.

13-03-2012 : Trai gets govt Approval to Act as civil court: Communications ministry clears proposal to grant Telecom regulator powers on a par with Sebi and competition commission of India. As per decision making body of the communications ministry has cleared the proposal to grant more powers to the Telecom regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) and enable the watchdog to act like civil court. Trais new powers will be spelt out in the upcoming National Telecom Policy 2012. (Source Economic Times).

13-03-2012 : Modification in R/R of TTA in respect of Departmental candidates. Letter No. TF- 24/1 (e) dated: 13-03-2012. Click Here

10-03-2012 : NEITHER TALL CLAIMS NOR CRIES FROM ROOF-TOP : NFTE neither makes tall claims nor claim tall achievements. Self praise has never been in NFTE’s dictionary. The NFTE firmly holds the view that NEPP has brought sufferings and hardships to the employees. Redressal of these are necessary and our efforts will continue in this direction. How many employees have faced recoveries at circle office Hyderabad, Bhopal TD and else where ? The Employees got recoveries from Rs 8000 to Rs. 29000/- in circle office Hyderabad after their option for NEPP. Those who were in NFTE upto year 2000 have now choosen to criticise its performance, although they also got benefits in restructuring and promotion scheme. They need actually to see their beautiful faces in the mirror and should know. Who is the 1st signatory in the 1st wage agreement of 2002 wherein it is written that OTBP/BCR will continue.

10-03-2012 : LDCE for promotion to JTO cadre against 35% and 15% Quota vis- a vis calculation of vacancies. Letter No TF- 14/2 (b), Dated: 10-03-2012. Click Here

10-03-2012 : 2 G Fight: Govt. is ready for 2G fight round-II and cabinet approval for Presidential Reference under article 143 is likely today.

10-03-2012 : Organisational News. Click Here

07-03-2012 : Wish you Happy and Colorful Holi. Click Here

06-03-2012 : First Ever United Strike. Editorial (English & Hindi) Click Here

05-03-2012 : NEPP and Facts: Click Here

05-03-2012 : Brisk and hard exercise proved futile : BSNL HQr made brisk and hard exercises to woo the ITS personnel into BSNL. But all proved futile reportedly due to pension uncertainty.Only 22 ITS officers have opted for absorption in BSNL.

05-03-2012 : GPF and EPF for BSNL employees: NFTE representatives met Director (HR) and requested to intervene to sort out the issue of applicability of GPF and EPF on BSNL employees.

05-03-2012 : Formation of 3 district unions in Chennai Telephones circle. Click Here

04-03-2012 : Like it or not facts will remain facts. Click Here

04-03-2012 : BSNL HQr has issued seven orders regarding applicability of GPF/EPF scheme on BSNL employees contradicting each other. CGMS are transferring employees from GPF to EPF etc. Letter No. TF- 11/10 dated 3-3-2012 to CMD, BSNL to end confusion to avoid future complications. Click Here

03-03-2012 : Com OPG, former SG NFTE has undergone operation. President, NFTE BSNL met him and wished for early recovery.

03-03-2012 : Provisional permission to officiating JTOS to appear in SDE deptl quota Examination as per Jabalpur “CAT” orders. NFTE BSNL representatives discussed the matter with the GM (Personal) but he did not agree.

03-03-2012 : 2 “G” Scam: The Govt. is seeking review of Supreme Court Judgement cancelling 2 “G” Licenses. The Govt. is expressing its inability to auction “2 G” spectrum within four months.

02-03-2012 : Vacation of accommodation allotted to NFTE-BSNL prior to 1st verification case of Dhanbad. Letter No. F. No. BSNL/39-2/SR/2012 dated 02-03-2012 Click Here

02-03-2012 : BSNL offers FTTH for high speed broadband users. Click Here

02-03-2012 : Special Drive for Up-dation of Service Records (Phase-1) Letter No. 250-4/2012-Pers-III dated 01-03-2012.Update service Books of Employees. Click Here

01-03-2012 : Meeting with the GM (Restg) : President met GM (Restg) and drew her attention about the hardships in Transfer Policy.

01-03-2012 : DoP No. 49011/31/2008-Estt. (c) Dated 23-01-2012 regarding group ‘D’ pay scale to casual labourers with Temporary status. Click Here

29-02-2012 : BSNL Letter No. 27-7/2008- TE-II Dated 29-02-2012 to CGM Patna. Click Here

29-02-2012 : Meeting with PGM (SR) and GM (Est) : NFTE representatives met PGM (SR) and GM (Est) and mentioned the following issues. I. Regularisation of TSMS and casual labourers appointed on compassionate grounds. II. CGA cases of Jharkhand circle. III. Modification in R/R of TTA for departmental candidates. The group ‘D’ employees having diploma in Electronic etc be permitted to appear in Exam for TTA. IV. Andhra Transfers.

29-02-2012 : Scrap 122 “2G” Permits Editorial (English & Hindi). Click Here

28-02-2012 : Congratulations and Greeting to Comrades for organising successful strike on 28th February.

28-02-2012 : Modification in R/R of TTA in respect of 40% Depart mental quota of vacancies. Letter No. TF- 24/1 (e) dated: 28-02-2012. Click Here

28-02-2012 : Demonstration at Eastern Court New Delhi: The striking employees gathered in large number at 1200 hours in the campus of Eastern Court which was addressed by comrades Namboodri, Thomas John and Islam. Congratulating the workers on the historic day of strike com. Islam emphasized for unity of non- executive unions in BSNL to protect BSNL and the interest of employees. It is established fact that non – executive staff had been losers in all matters due to lack of unity. He demanded the Govt. should extend financial support to BSNL.

27-02-2012 : General Strike on 28-02-2012: NFTE participating in strike along with all non- executive unions/ associations in BSNL. Comrades are requested to participate in strike and make it a grand success.

27-02-2012 : 78.2% IDA fixation in revision of Pay scales effective from 1st January, 2007. Letter NO.10/3 dated 27-02-2012. Click Here

27-02-2012 : Implementation of NE- 12 IDA Pay scale of Rs 16390- 33830 for non- executive employees. letter No. TF- 26/6 dated 27-02-2012. To, Director (HR), BSNL, New Delhi. Click Here

27-02-2012 : No place for such officers in BSNL Pack them to DoT- FIR Lodged. Click Here

25-02-2012 : Convention at Patna 0n 25th February, 2012. Click Here

25-02-2012 : Restoration of disconnected RSTC/ concessional phones of BSNL/MTNL employees. Letter No. 16-6- 2012-PHA dated 17th Feb. 2012. Click Here

25-02-2012 : NFTE BSNL’s Proposal for change of Designation of mainstream cadres. Click Here

25-02-2012 : Reimbursement of cost of oxygen concentrator- orders issued by BSNL HQr BSNL / AdmI / 15- 19 /11 dated 23-2-2012. Click Here

25-02-2012 : Introduction of NE- 12 Pay scale of Rs 16390- 33830 (pre- revised 9200- 250- 13200) for non- executives in BSNL- approval conveyed vide DoT No. 1-72 / 2009 /SNG dated 22-2-2012. Click Here

25-02-2012 : DoP has not approved the BSNL’s Proposal:- The DoP has reportedly not okayed the R/R of BSNL for recruitment of Executives (ITS) on immediate absorption basis.

25-02-2012 : NE- 12 Scale:- DoT has conveyed its approval to BSNL for further action.

25-02-2012 : Joint Meeting at Pune: The Joint meeting of non- executive unions was held on 24th February which was addressed by comrades Namboodri and Islam, President of BSNLEU and NFTE BSNL. More than 500 employees were present in the hall comrades Harish Moktali, K.S Kulkarni (Secretaries of NFTE BSNL) and com Iyere, circle secretary were also present. Leaders urged the workers to make 28th February Strike successful. Click Here

24-02-2012 : Retention of Computer or Laptop and Printer for DGM and above level officers in BSNL, allotted to them & used by them at their residence, on retirement after payment of its retention amount to BSNL. Letter No. 6-6/2008-Corp-IT Dated 22.02.2012. Click Here

24-02-2012 : Shri R.K.Upadhyayji CMD BSNL writes a letter to ITS officers : No. C&M-1/Genl. 2012 Dated 23.02.2012. Click Here

23-02-2012 : Enhancement of advance amount for cyclone victims of Pondicherry and cuddalore will be decided by Director (HR) after meeting with the CGMT, Tamilnadu on 24th Feb. at Chennai.

23-02-2012 : Etisalat and S. Tel companies decided to exit from Indian Telecom Market after Supreme Court verdict.

22-02-2012 : An appeal to FNTO leaders: NFTE BSNL appeal to FNTO leaders not to resort to disinformation campaign. NFTE BSNL is not affiliated to any central union as mentioned in Page 3 of FNTO News of Jan. - Feb. 2012 issue.

22-02-2012 : JAO (II) final Exam : Another JAO (II) final examination on old syllabus and relaxed R/R is under very active consideration of BSNL management. Aspirants must start preparations seriously as this may be the last chance for them.

21-12-2011 : Seminar at Chhapra. Click Here

21-02-2012 : Joint meeting of non- executive unions was held on 16th at Chennai: A Joint meeting was held on 16th February at Raja Annamalai Mandram. More than 1000 employees were present in the Hall. The circle Secretary of NFTE BSNL, Tamilnadu and circle Secretary BSNLEU, Chennai TD were in the presidium. The General Secretaries of NFTE BSNL, BSNLEU, Teppu and C K. Mathiavanan, Dy GS and circle Secretary NFTE BSNL Chennai and vice President, BSNLEU (CHQ) addressed the meeting. Com. G. Jayaraman, Secretary NFTE proposed vote of thanks. Click Here

21-02-2012 : BSNL eyes private sector to rebuild management Click Here

21-02-2012 : Guidelines for Mutual Transfer and Rule 8 Transfer issued BSNL Letter No. 5-21/2012- Pers IV dated 10-2-2012. Click Here

18-02-2012 : Clarifications and Modifications on NEPP.Letter No. TF- 26/6 dated 17-02-2012. Click Here

18-02-2012 : Joint convention of non- executive unions on 24th February at Pune. Com. Islam may attend on behalf of NFTE-BSNL.

18-02-2012 : State level convention of BSNL Non- executive unions in preparation to the nation wide strike of 28th February 2012 was held on 14th February at Ernakulam. Com. Namboodiri (President- BSNLEU) inaugurated the meeting. Nearly 150 employees inclouding all India / State / District level leaders of all non- executive unions attended. NFTE leaders Com. Michael PM (CHQ), Com. Dharmadas PV, C/S and Com. Radhakrishnan PK (C/P) and district secretaries and circle committee members attended the convention on behalf of NFTE.

18-02-2012 : NE- 12 Scale in NEPP approved by DoT: The Secretary, DoT has approved NE- 12 scale in NEPP. Orders are yet to reach to BSNL HQr.

17-02-2012 : Heroic struggle at Jamshedpur: The NFTE BSNL organised Dharna from 6th February demanding all payment by Accounts Payee cheque instead of Bearer to prevent exploitation of workers by undesirable elements. The struggle ended after local management agreed to the demand.Greeting to comrades. Click Here

16-02-2012 : Joint convention of non-executive unions at Chennai on 16th Feb, 2012. General Secretary is attending.

16-02-2012 : Calculation of Pension contribution for payment to Govt. of India in respect of absorbed employees. Letter No. 11/3 Dated 16.02.2012 Click Here

16-02-2012 : Joint convention at Hyderabad held on 15th February at Asman Mahal Click Here

15-02-2012 : Pension revision of BSNL Pre- 2007 retirees- case of Maharashtra Telecom circle. Letter No. TF-11/3 Dated 14.02.2012 Click Here

15-02-2012 : Increase in Grant of interest free loan to cyclone affected employees at cuddalore and Pondicherry in Tamilnadu. Letter No. TF-16/9 Dated 15.02.2012 Click Here

14-02-2012 : Interest free loan to Pondicherry and Cuddalore staff. Director (HR) agreed to speak to CGM, Tamilnadu for Rs. 10,000/- loan subject to availability of fund.

14-02-2012 : Vacation of “Stay” granted by Kerala High Court : GM(Est.) was apprised of the situation who contacted Addl. GM (Adm.) it was informed that the counter affidavit for vacation of “Stay” against holding of examination for promotion to JTO cadre has been filed.

14-02-2012 : Rect. of Dy. G.Ms, Sr. GMs etc in BSNL : Last date of application has been extended reportedly upto 24th Feb, 2012.

14-02-2012 : 40% Departmental Quota Examination for promotion to TTA cadre. Click Here

13-02-2012 : Circular for One Day General Strike on 28.02.2012. By Non-Executive Unions / Associations in BSNL, Dated 13.02.2012 Click Here

13-02-2012 : Notice for one day strike on 28th February, 2012. By Non-Executive Unions / Associations in BSNL, Dated 13.02.2012 (In Hindi) Click Here

13-02-2012 : Notice for one day strike on 28th February, 2012. By Non-Executive Unions / Associations in BSNL, Dated 13.02.2012 Click Here

13-02-2012 : LDCE for promotion to JTO cadre against Departmental Quota of vacancies. Letter No.TF-14/6 Dated 13.02.2012. Click Here

13-02-2012 : West Bengal NFTE- BSNL held its working committee meeting on 12th February : The west Bengal circle union held its CWC meeting on 12th at CTO Kolkata Which was addressed by Com. Islam at the last leg of his organizational tours. Earlier he also addressed a meeting at Rossa TE in Kolkata TD. The circle union executive has decided to work hard unitedly to strengthen the NFTE- BSNL and participate in the strike of 28th February. The BSNL employees of all political thoughts are welcomed in the NFTE as it is like a garden where flowers of different colours blossom.

11-02-2012 : Redress the sufferings and hardships of NEPP (English & Hindi). Click Here

11-02-2012 : Com. Chandeshwar Singh General Secretary NFTE, attending District conference of katiahar SSA at ‘Purnia’ on 19-2-2012 and address the meeting at ‘Chapra’ on 20-2-2012 in Bihar circle. General Secretary will return to headquarter on 22-2-2012.

11-02-2012 : Com. Chandeshwar Singh General Secretary returned to headquarter after completion of his tour progrmme in Jharkhand circle from 4-2-2012 to 6-2-2012. Com. Singh addressed the meeting at Ranchi, Bokaro and Dhanbad. He visited Jharia on 5-2-2012 where 5 Quarters of BSNL have been destroyed and all the belonging like door windows, grils, furnicher, iron rods, and even bricks have been sold by a team lead by one of the SDE posted there. General Secretary advised all the non- executive staff to maintain peace in the SSA and assured them that the issue will be raised at appropriate level so that the erring and tainted officers may be identified. It is also reported that the valuable equipements / Materials of closed cross bar exchange at “Dharia” were sold by the above said team. Com. Mahavir Singh circle Secretary Jharkand also accompained with General Secretary in tour programme.

11-02-2012 : Non executive unions / Associations of BSNL are organising a seminar at Hyderabad on 15-02-2012 in ‘Asman Mahal’ upon 28-02-2012 Strike demands. Com. Chandeshwar Singh General Secretary NFTE address the convention.

10-02-2012 : Meeting at Gopalpur Telecom Factory, Kolkata: President along with VP (chitra Basu) and circle Secretary, Com. M Ali addressed a well attended meeting on 10th February and explained the present position on various issues Earlier President also addressed a meeting at Kharagpur TD on 9th. Sufficient employees particularly TTAS, TMS, Sr. TOAS were Present in the meeting.

10-02-2012 : Seize the Golden Opportunity – Join the historic strike on 28-2-2012: Click Here

09-02-2012 : All Circle Secretaries of non-executive unions in BSNL of Tamilnadu and Chennai met and discussed in respect of 28th Feb, 2012 strike. They decided to hold a big convention on 16.02.2012 at Chennai to mobilize the workers for strike. Com. Chandeshwar Singh General Secretary, NFTE BSNL will attend and address the convention.

09-02-2012 : Information awaited from circles by corporate office in respect of House rent allowance (HRA) as per 6th CPC on Government Pattern. Letter No. 1-12/2009- PAT (BSNL) Dated- 09-02-2012. Click Here

09-02-2012 : Gate meeting of BSNL Employees took place on 09-02-2012 at kharagpur Telecom Factory which was addressed by all India President and circle leaders of NFTE.

08-02-2012 : A very massive meeting took place on 8th February at Recreation club in Alipore Telecom Factory, Kolkata which has been addressed by com. Islam, President of NFTE-BSNL. The leaders of BSNLEU, FNTO were also present.

07-02-2012 : Creation of NE-12 scale matter with internal finance of DoT.

07-02-2012 : Analysis of WIMAX Revenue Performance Report for the month of December, 2011, Letter No. No. 2-124/2010/RM-CM/BSNL Dated: 06/02/2012. BSNL paid Rs.8314 crores for BWA spectrum. While the revenue target for 2011-12 is Rs.409 crores, the actual revenue upto December 2011 is Rs.12.30 crores. Outstanding upto December 2011 is Rs.2.98 crores, i.e., 39.08%.. Click Here

06-02-2012 : ZTE, Huawei emerge lowest bidders for supplying GSM gear to BSNL Click Here

06-02-2012 : TTA exam guide book is available at CHQ in Hindi version only cost Rs. 50/- plus Rs. 20/- Postal charges. You may send DD or MO.

06-02-2012 : BSNLMRS : Guidelines for regulation of expenditure on Indoor treatment - cases where no CGHS rates are prescribed for any treatment/ procedure. Letter No. BSNL/Admn. I/15-3/11 Dated 02.02.2012 Click Here

04-02-2012 : Recruitmentof ITS Group ‘A’ Officers to the post of Sr. DGM and GM/PGM/CGM in Telecom Operations in BSNL/MTNL on immediate absorption – Clarification thereof. Letter No. 437-101/2011-Pres.I (Pt.) Dated: 03rd February, 2012. Click Here

04-02-2012 : Clarification under para 13.4 of the BSNL SLD RR- 2011 – regarding seniority of ITS officers to be recruited in BSNL vis- a- vis the absorbed ITS officers. Letter No. 437-101/2011- Pers.I Dated: 3rd February, 2012. Click Here

03-02-2012 : Cancellation 122 of licenses of 2G vis – a – vis opportunity to BSNL to grab the market through portability. Letter No. TF- 19/4 Dated 03-02-2012. Click Here

03-02-2012 : 28th February Strike : BSNL workers Alliance unions met on 3rd February, 2012 and decided to participate in the Strike of 28th February.BSNLWA is in favour that the Joint Notice and circular should be from all non- executive unions and not from any forum/ Alliance.

03-02-2012 : 28th February Strike :Non- Executive unions available at Delhi met and decided to organise strike on 28th February as per call of central Trade unions. The unions representatives not available at Delhi will be contacted to build up the broad based unity for the strike. In the strike notice the following demands will be included. 1. Financial support to BSNL by Govt. And no Disinvestment / Privitisation. 2. No retrenchment of staff.

02-02-2012 : Holding of LDCE for TTA under 40% quota for the recruitment year 2011. Letter No. 7-2/2012-DE Dated 02.02.2012 Click Here

02-02-2012 : Recruitment of ITS Group ‘A’ officers to the post of Sr. DGM and GM/PGM/CGM in Telecom Operations Stream in BSNL on immediate absorption basis – Corrigendum in Terms & Conditions thereof. Letter No. 23-2/2011-Rectt. Dated 01.02.2012. Click Here

02-02-2012 : One day Strike on 28th February : The entire central Trade unions are organising strike on 28th February against anti workers policy of Govt. The NFTE-BSNL Secretariate met on 2nd February at 1645 hours and decided to join the strike. Formal notice is being issued after consulting the alliance partners.

02-02-2012 : BSNL SLD RR-2011 – clarification thereof. Letter No. 437-101/2011-Pers. I (pt) Dated 01.02.2012. Click Here

02-02-2012 : Supreme Court’s decision on 2G Licenses : 1. 122 Licenses of 2G spectrum awarded by Shri Raja cancelled. 2. Licenses will now be awarded through open tender within four months. 3. CVC will monitor the process

01-02-2012 : Do you remember or not? : BSNLEU has made tall promises to workers in the past. Should we list those? Remember unity for greater cause and mudslinging both can’t go together. Information put in the site has been factual and due to duplication forms have been rejected.

01-02-2012 : Interest free advance extended to BSNL employees at cuddalore and Pondicherry in Tamilnadu Circle. Thanks to BSNL HQr Management.

01-02-2012 : Supreme Court’s Verdict on prosecution of Public servant: (I). Seeking sanction for prosecution of a public servant is constitutional right of citizen. (II). Sanction is deemed to have been granted if the designated authority does not take decision within four months.

31-01-2012 : Value-added Services Hold the Key as User Additions Fall Click Here

31-01-2012 : Telecom commission allows operators to share 2G spectrum : The Telecom commission has decided to allow mobile phone companies to share spectrum, but has limited the facility to 2G airwaves. It means, Telecos cannot share 3G spectrum.

31-01-2012 : DoT seeks Nod to recover Rs. 823 crore from five Telecos (R Com, Airtel, Tata Tele, Vodafone and Idea). The Telecom department has sought Communication Minister Shri Kapil Sibal’s approval to recover Rs. 823.31 crore from five Telecos for allegedly under stating revenues and hence paying lower share during 2006-07 and 2007-2008.

31-01-2012 : BSNL Corporate office orders on (i) Interpretation of dependency criterion for grant of two family pensions under the CCS (Pension) Rules, 1972- regarding. (ii) Family pension-Lists of documents to be submitted by a claimant member of family (other than spouse) along with from 14, PPO and death certificate in respect of the deceased pensioners/family pensioner- regarding. Letter No. 40-22/2011-Pen(B) Dated 27.01.2012 Click Here

28-01-2012 : A right beginning but inadequate (Editorial) Click Here

27-01-2012 : Revised scheme of Test and Syllabus for Recruitment of junior Hindi Translator issued. BSNL No. 201-01/2012- Pers III dated 27-01-2012. Click Here

27-01-2012 : Extension of FR 22(1) a(1) benefit to all officiating JTOs Vis- a Vis writ Petition filed at Delhi High Court by BSNL has been dismissed on 13th January, 2012. NFTE met GM (Est) and urged for extension of benefit to officiating JTOs in other circles akin to Kerala in view of dismissal of WP.

27-01-2012 : FR 22 (1) a (1) pay fixation to Officiating all JTOs.Letter No. TF-24/2(c) dated 27.01.2012 Click Here

27-01-2012 : Pre Budget consultations- views of NFTE- BSNL. Letter No. TF-6/7 Dated 27.01.2012 Click Here

27-01-2012 : Pre Budget consultations- views of NFTE- BSNL (Hindi). Letter No. TF-6/7 Dated 27.01.2012 Click Here

27-01-2012 : All circle/ District secretaries note please: Validity of cheque / DD will be 3 months from March- 2012, instead of Six months. No over writing/ cutting is admissible in any of the Banks as per RBI guide lines. All circle/ District secretaries are requested to ensure timely dispatch of cheque / DD by DDO’S every month.

27-01-2012 : TTA Books Available: Departmental examination for promotion to TTA cadre declared.A guide book for TTA examination is available. It can be obtained by Post by sending DD of Rs. 70/- only as below:- “Treasurer, NFTE-BSNL HQr”. C-4/1 Bangla Saheb Road, New Delhi.Don’t forget to give your complete address on which book is to be dispatched.

27-01-2012 : District Circle office conference of NFTE-BSNL at Patna. Click Here

27-01-2012 : CVC referred three major cases to CBI for criminal investigations against officials of MTNL, BSNL and DoT involving loss of several hundred crores: The central vigilance commission has referred three major cases to CBI for investigation against the officers of MTNL, BSNL and DoT. I. Irregularities in issuance of Internal Long distance call by DoT to a company promoted by a Hongkong based entity. II. The CVC has also asked to CBI look into sanction of credit limits by Canara Bank, Syndicate bank to the same company. III. The alleged acts of “Commission and omission” and “Criminal conspiracy on the part of BSNL officials” in awarding of marketing and advertisement contracts of the company (BSNL).

25-01-2012 : Heartiest “Republic day greetings". Click Here

25-01-2012 : Change in R/R not possible: Departmental Examination for promotion to TTA cadre has been notified. Now there won’t be any modification in R/R. The candidates having 10+2 qualification will only be eligible to appear in Exam.

25-01-2012 : Holding of special Recruitment Drive (SRD) for filling up backlog vacancies of junior Telecom Officer (Telecom/Civil/Electrical) for Persons with Disabilities (PWD) JTO (SRD) 2011. Letter No. 1-4/2011- Rectt.-II Dated- 23, January, 2012. Click Here

25-01-2012 : The Departmental Examination (40% quota) declared for promotion to TTA cadre for vacancies occurring upto 31st December, 2011. BSNL HQr Letter No. 250- 2/2012- Pers. III Dated:24-01-2012 Click Here

25-01-2012 : Meeting with Director (HR) / PGM (SR): NFTE representatives met Director (HR) and sought his intervention about sufferings of staff at Warangal in Andhra. He has also been apprised of the situation at Chennai, Dhanbad, Pathankot and Ahmadabad. The issue of farming of BSNL’s rules for recognition has also been referred.

25-01-2012 : Creation of NE- 12 Scale: DoT has made some query with the BSNL on the issue.

24-01-2012 : Pre-Budget Consultations : NFTE BSNL’s functionaries are requested to mail their views urgently for submission to MoF.

24-01-2012 : Meeting with GM (Restg.) in BSNL : There is no development in VRS. Lowering of age to 58 years is also not presently in the agenda of BSNL. GM (Restg.) told the NFTE leaders.

23-01-2012 : BSNL Special Lateral Direct Recruitment Rules-2011 of BSNL Management Services - regarding inter-se seniroity in the recruitment made from ITS Officers of DoT. Letter No. 437-101/2011-Pars.I Dated 23.01.2012 Click Here

23-01-2012 : Denial of upgradation to staff under NEPP- Request for intervention. Letter No. TF-26/6 dated 23.01.2012. Click Here

23-01-2012 : No migration from NFTE BSNL to BSNLEU in East UP rather 402 new members have joined. Allahabad - 140, Kanpur - 117, Unnao - 65, Lucknow - 36, Gorakhpur - 13, Basti - 7, Fatehpur - 8, Seetapur - 7, Bara banki - 7,

23-01-2012 : Non- upgradation of employees in NEPP due to non- availability of complete ACRS- case of Maharashtra circle. Letter No. TF-26/6 dated 23.01.2012. Click Here

23-01-2012 : Maharashtra Circle working Committee Meeting Completed with full grandeur at Nagpur on 21-01-2012: The working committee meeting was held on 21st January under the President ship of Com. Tumram. Despite train derailment most of the SSAS participated in the meeting. Shri Joshi, PGM and other officers attended the Seminar and open session. Com. Islam Ahmad addressed a very large gathering of workers on the occasion. Com. Muktali, Secretary Federation and Mule, Acting ACS also addressed the Seminar. Click Here

21-01-2012 : Chattisgarh Circle News: 27 employees Joined NFTE- BSNL- Bilaspur- 20, WTP- 7, Com. Ram nageena Singh and Com. Ram Kumar varma, LCM member and branch Secretary of BSNLEU Joined NFTE. Hearty welcome to Comrades.

20-01-2012 : BSNL looks to raise Rs 15,000-crore loan : Cash-strapped Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd is looking to raise up to Rs 15,000 crore through long-term loans from banks. The telecom PSU has appointed SBI Capital Markets to arrange the loans.

20-01-2012 : Gopal pur Telecom factory Heartening News: 23 employees has Joined as new members in NFTE- BSNL at Gopal pur Telecom factory. Comrades K. Acharya and R.K Dutta have resigned from BSNLEU and Joined along with 23 members.

20-01-2012 : 323 Illegal ISDN Phone connections Scam at Chennai: Reportedly the CBI has registered FIR and chargesheeted 42 personal including two CGMS and GMS working and retired.

20-01-2012 : New Members in Odisha : Odisha circle added 118 new members to NFTE family. The SSA wise break up is as under- Bhubaneswar T.D- 59, Bhubaneswar C.O.- 17,Cuttack- 30. Sambalpur – 07, Bolangir- 05. Reports from other SSA are awaited.

20-01-2012 : Himachal circle News: 80 employees have Joined NFTE BSNL Shimla- 30, Solan- 40, others- 10. Com. Vijay Pathak, LCM Leader has also joined. Hearty welcome to Comrades.

20-01-2012 : Maharashtra circle working committee of NFTE BSNL is taking place on 21st January. President will attend the meeting.

19-01-2012 : Cut in Expenditures : BSNL Board has reportedly decided that only CMD and Directors will avail Air travel facility in official tours.

19-01-2012 : Departmental Quarters : According to reliable sources the BSNL has taken a decision to allot vacant departmental quarters to employees to avoid payment of HRA.

19-01-2012 : BSNL has reportedly decided no transport facility below GM level.

19-01-2012 : Well done MP Comrades:- More than 500 employees have joined the NFTE BSNL: Indore- 194, Jabalpur- 70, Itarsi- 65, Khandwa- 75, Bhopal- 50 and others- 50 HQr welcomes the new members and conveys warm greetings to NFTE leader for their hard work and achievement.

18-01-2012 : BSNL vide No. 14-3/2010- PAT (BSNL) revised scale Dated- 18-01-2012 has issued orders for Payment of 4.7% IDA increase from 01-01-2012: Click Here

18-01-2012 : 356 members Joined NFTE in UP (W) Circle: Agra (89); Saharanpur (99); Moradabad (38); Ghaziabad (60); Meerut (30); Mathura (40). Com.YashPal Singh, Com. Gyancand,Com. Omprakash and Com. Rakam Singh are LCM members Joined NFTE. NFTE- BSNL CHQ New Delhi Welcomes the Comrades whole heartedly.

17-01-2012 : JTO Departmental Quota Examination: The counter duly vetted, against “stay order” for holding the JTO Departmental quota examination has been sent by BSNL HQr.

17-01-2012 : Meeting with PGM (F&P): President and General Secretary met PGM (F&P), Shri Pillai and requested to arrange training for such candidates whose JAO II results have been declared Later on. Favorable action is very much expected.

17-01-2012 : ITS absorption R/R: The issue of fixation of seniority of absorbed ITS officers and now getting absorbed as per new R/R of BSNL Management Services was sent to DoP. The DoP has reportedly now directed that the BSNL should settle the matter in consultation with the Administrative Ministry (DoT) and DPE (Department of Public Enterprise).

17-01-2012 : Meeting with General Manager (Est): President and General Secretary met General Manager (Est) and requested for modifications in R/RS of TTAS and TMS to fill up departmental quota of vacancies. The discussions took place on the suggestions submitted vide our Letter No. TF-24/1(e) dated 16-1-2012 and TF- 24/1 (b) dated 16-1-2012 in respect of TTAS and TMS respectively.

17-01-2012 : Increase of IDA 4.7% from 1-1-2012 vide DPE orders No. 2(70)2008- DPE (WC)- GL- 1/2012 Dated 16-1-2012. Click Here

17-01-2012 : Provision of per-paid SIM with a talk time of Rs 200/-pm to Telecom Mechanics/ Regular Mazdoors who undertake out-door duties and select non Executives on the basis of functional need. Letter No. 2-22/ 2002-PHA Dated 16-01-2012 (Circular No. 04/ 2011-PHA). Click Here

16-01-2012 : Recruitment Rules of Telecom Mechanics (TMS) of year 2002 Modification in Recruitment Rules Letter No.TF-24/1(b) Dated 16-01-2012. Click Here

15-01-2012 : Request for modification in R/R in respect of 40% quota of vacancies for promotion to TTA cadre.Letter No. 24/1(e) Dated 16.01.2012 Click Here

15-01-2012 : Review of Mini Ratna Status : Govt. of India, the Department of Public Enterprise, has decided to review the Mini Ratna status of PSUS. BSNL and some other PSUS may loose the Mini Ratna status

14-01-2012 : Maintenance of Broadband services in BSNL request for grant of allowance etc to staff.Letter No.TF-19/1(C) Dated 14.01.2012 Click Here

14-01-2012 : Circle Secretaries to Note : Please collect figures relating to option forms submitted to management for deduction of union’s subscription.

14-01-2012 : Home Coming : 75 employees rejoined NFTE BSNL at Yeotmal in Maharashtra Circle

14-01-2012 : Heartening News : More than 411 employees including local Council Members, Branch Secretaries of BSNLEU led by Com. Tanajee Bhor District President at Kalyan in Maharashtra have joined the NFTE BSNL on 13th January, 2012.

13-01-2012 : NFTE BSNL WISHES YOU AND YOUR FAMILY A VERY HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS LOHRI – PONGAL AND MAKARA SANKRANTI.

13-01-2012 : Don't suppress the voice - Hindi Click Here

12-01-2012 : Proposal to grant HRA on CG rates. BSNL letter No. 1-12/2009-PAT (BSNL) dated 09.01.2012 Click Here

12-01-2012 : Counting of training period for the purpose of drawing increment in NEPP.letter no. TF- 26/6 dated 12-01-2012. Click Here

11-01-2012 : Applicability of GPF/EPF scheme to the TSMS regularised on 1-10-2000 or thereafter. Letter No. TF-11/10 Dated 11.01.2012 Click Here

11-01-2012 : Refund of BWA spectrum charges and illegal 3G roaming facility. BSNL letter No. BSNL/7-14/SR/2011 dated 9-1-2012. Click Here

10-01-2012 : Pay erosion in respect of Direct Recruit TTAs and other category of staff. Letter No. TF-9/9 Dated 10.01.2012 Click Here

10-01-2012 : Meeting with Director (HR) : NFTE has requested Director (HR) for extension of financial aid, loan and GPF advances to Natural calamity victims in Tamilnadu specially cuddalore, Pondicherry etc.Necessity for restoration of one BCR increment before one year of retirement was also explained besides,vindictive action in Jharkhand.

10-01-2012 : 3G Roaming : The DoT has asked the TDSAT for a copy of 3G roaming deals arrived at amongst the private Telecom companies.The Telecos fear information will be leaked to rival CoS. DoT assured TDSAT that the agreement information would be kept secret.The Private operators have alleged that they had entered into roaming deals with the full knowledge and blessings of the DoT.

09-01-2012 : Photos of District secretaries Meeting of NFTE AP Circle. Click Here

07-01-2012 : Pension to regularised employees. Click Here

07-01-2012 : Informal meeting with GM (EST) 0n on some issues. Click Here

06-01-2012 : Circular to central office bearers, circle and district secretaries TF-4/5 dated 06.01.2012 Click Here

06-01-2012 : The meeting of District Secretaries of AP circle is being held from 7th to 8th January at Hyderabad. GS and Secretary, Com. Rajmouli will attend.

06-01-2012 : Attention circle District Secretaries of NFTE- BSNL: Orders for informal meeting have been issued by BSNL HQr on 5th January, 2012. Please make it a point to carry alliance partners along with you as and when meet the management. This is your abundant duty.

06-01-2012 : BSNL/39-2/SR/2011 dated 5-1-2012 regarding extension of facility of informal meeting to the non- executive unions. Letter No. BSNL/39-2/SR/2007 dated 2-8-2007 & Letter No. BSNL/7-1/SR/2009 dated 18-2-2009 : Click Here

05-01-2012 : Natural calamity in Tamilnadu Telecom circle letter No. TF- 16/9 dated 05-01=2011: Click Here

05-01-2012 : Govt. servant selected for a post in PSU shall be deemed to have retired from the date of resignation and will receive all pensionery benefits (DoT No. A-11013/33/2011- Abs cell dated 28-11-2011 and BSNL letter No. 40-33/2011- Pen(B) dated 24-11-2011 and dated 4-1-2012 on the basis of DoP No. 38/80/2008 P & PW(A) Part(II) dated 8-6-2011 : Click Here

05-01-2012 : Grant of one extra BCR increment to non- executive employees covered under OTBP/BCR scheme Letter No.TF- 26/3(b) Dated 04-01-2012: Click Here

05-01-2012 : Office Order BSNL Letter No. 1-29/2010- PAT (BSNL) Dated 03-01-2012: Click Here

04-01-2012 : Illegal 3G rooming facility provided by 5 Private Companies : Private CoS have approached to TDSAT. The DoT has questioned the Jurisdiction of TDSAT to entertain the matter since as per supreme court judgement license agreement cannot be altered. BSNL has also raised objections and filed for impleadment.

04-01-2012 : Creation of NE- 12 Scale: Matter is now with DoT for approval.

04-01-2012 : The mother of Com. Pulak Ganguli, vice President (CHQ) breathed her last on 3rd January. HQr share the grief of Com. Ganguli and convey heart felt condolences.

03-01-2012 : DoT’s approval necessary. Click Here

03-01-2012 : BSNL Management Service Recruitment Rule. Click Here

03-01-2012 : BSNL Rules for recognition of non- executive unions in the PSU. Click Here

02-01-2012 : Massage from CMD BSNL. Click Here

02-01-2012 : Denial of Pension in NEPP upgradations at Orissa. CCA Orissa action is irregular in view of DoT’s letter No. 1-72-2009-SNG dated 20.07.2009. Click Here

02-01-2012 : Pension Contribution : NFTE BSNL delegation met Member (Sces) and DDG(Est) to greet them on new year. The proposal to realise pension contribution on actual pay instead of maximum has been okayed by pension department and matter now with the Ministry of Finance.

02-01-2012 : Extension of Trade union facilities to officers Associations: Click Here

31-12-2011 : Wish you a Happy New Year - 2012. Click Here

31-12-2011 : ITS absorption Click Here

31-12-2011 : BSNL vide No 437-101/2011-Pers I dated 26.12.2011 has issued special lateral Direct Recruitment rules 2011 for recruitment of Sr DGM, GM, PGM/CGM in E-6 and E-9 IDA scale. Click Here

31-12-2011 : Strengthen the NFTE BSNL. Click Here

31-12-2011 : NE- 12 Scale. Click Here

30-12-2011 : Increase of IDA from 01.01.2012 is 4.7%, Total 56.7%. Click Here

30-12-2011 : Allotment of vacant staff quarters to retired BSNL/ DoT employees. Letter No. 482-16/2007-BG Dated 30.12.2011. Click Here

30-12-2011 : Evil Attempts defeated. Click Here

30-12-2011 : A right step. Click Here

29-12-2011 : GAZETED AND RESTRICTED HOLIDAY'S IN BSNL -2012. Click Here

29-12-2011 : Freezing of computer advance to employees in BSNL Letter No. 1-4/2010- B dated 16-12-2011. Click Here

27-12-2011 : 4th Circle conference of UP (E) held on 23rd and 24th December, 2011 at ‘Unnao’. President, General Secretary and Secretary CHQ attended the conference. Com. Rajiv Verma, Com. Ramnath Pandey and Ashok Rai were elected unanimously as President, Circle Secretary and Treasurer respectively.

27-12-2011 : Loss of emoluments to TTAS and others in revision of pay scales effective from 1st January, 2007.Letter No. TF- 9/2 (e) dated 27-12-11. Click Here

24-12-2011 : BSNL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE meeting held on 23rd December 2011. The following approvals were granted:- 1. NE.12 SCALE approved. 2. Management selection recruitement rules approved. 3. JTO's will get five advance increments in pay fixation from 1-1-2007.

22-12-2011 : President, GS and Dy GS held a long meeting with Director (HR) on important issues.

22-12-2011 : Reportedly vigilance in DoT will now be headed by an IAS officer.

22-12-2011 : Provision of another option to Non executives to switch over to revised IDA scales of pay from the date of first promotion between 1.1.2007 and 7.5.2010 on revision of IDA scales of pay w.e.f. 01.01.2007. Letter No. 1-37/2011-PAT(BSNL) Dated 22.12.2011 Click Here

22-12-2011 : UP (E) Conference on 23rd / 24th Dec. at uunnao. President, General Secretary and Secretary, comrade Raymouli will attend.

22-12-2011 : Clarification regarding regulation of pay when employees are crossing maximum of the revised IDA scales on grant of annual increment. Letter No. 1-20/2011- PAT (BSNL) dated:- 21-12-2011. Click Here

21-12-2011 : Request for Modification in R/R of JAO in respect of Departmental Candidates. Letter No. TF-14/2(C) Dated 21.12.2011 Click Here

21-12-2011 : Clarification regarding applicability of rule for permitting the voluntary retirement with regard to staff absorbed in BSNL. Click Here

20-12-2011 : Empanelment of Hospitals/Diagnostic Centres at Delhi under BSNLMRS. Letter NO. BSNL/Admn.i/15-14/11 Dated 15.12.2011 Click Here

20-12-2011 : VRS not yet approved by DoT. Ignore propaganda.

20-12-2011 : Applicability of rule for permitting the voluntary retirement with regard to staff absorbed in BSNL Letter No. 250-13/2011-pers-III Dated 19-12-2011. Click Here

20-12-2011 : Meeting with GM (Est):- NFTE representatives met GM (Est) on 20th and discussed the following issues.I.Upgradation of staff in NEPP at Gujrat circle.II.POS in respect of regularised TSMS relating to Bihar.III.Clarification in respect of Lashkar for grant of upgradation in NEPP.IV. Mutual Exchange provision in Transfer Policy.GM (Est) has spoken to GM (A) of Gujrat and Bihar on (I) and (II). Clarifications are being issued on (III) and (IV).

20-12-2011 : Release of fund for HBA in Tamilnadu circle. Letter No.TF-8/1 Dated 20.12.2011 Click Here

19-12-2011 : Denial of upgradattion to staff under NEPP in Gujrat circle. Letter No. TF-26/6 Dated 19.12.2011 Click Here

19-12-2011 : Comrades B.B. Sahu and K.M. Tripathy have been elected as President and Circle Secretary respectively in the Odisha circle conference.

19-12-2011 : MOU signed with Canara Bank for extending various Loan Schemes to BSNL Employees. Letter No. 1-9/BBF/Staff Loan/10-11 Dated 19.12.2011 Click Here

17-12-2011 : GS is attending orissa circle conference on 17th/18th December at Puri.

17-12-2011 : 78.2% IDA fixation in revision of Pay scales effective from Ist January, 2007.Letter no. 10/3 dated 17-12-11. Click Here

17-12-2011 : Creation ofNE12 Scale in NEPP:- In course of discussions the management has told the NFTE that creation of NE 12 scale will be prospective and not retrospective after approval by BSNL Board.The employees will thuse undergo financial loss.

17-12-2011 : JAO LICE:- The BSNL corporate office is not agreeable and Inclined to grant relaxation in the last JAO examination. It is contemplating to hold another LICE for JAO.

17-12-2011 : Income Tax Arrears:- According to CAG reports 90% Tax arrears belong to 12 personnel in the Country.

16-12-2011 : 10 more ITS officers relieved from BSNL to DOT.

16-12-2011 : Pension contribution vis-a-vis pension revision of employees absorbed in BSNL. Letter No. TF-11/3(b) Dated 15.12.2011 Click Here

16-12-2011 : Pension Contribution and revision of Pension Click Here

15-12-2011 : Well done comrades : Congratulations and greetings for organising successful strike.

15-12-2011 : Pension Contribution to be paid to DOT in respect of absorbed employees of BSNL. Letter No. 500-57/2011-12/BSNL/CA I/VOL IV Dated 14.12.2011 Click Here

14-12-2011 : AIBSNL OA Tamilnadu circle supporting strike call of BSNLWA.

14-12-2011 : An appeal in Hindi Click Here

14-12-2011 : An Appeal Organise and participate in the strike of 15th December with full zeal and vigour. We will be on struggle for a cause. We have to protect BSNL and the interest of workers. However, we appeal to all comrades not to participate in any activity of intimidation, threat and coercion. Ensure no damage or sabotage is done to system. Keep in mind BSNL is our bread earner.

13-12-2011 : End the uncertainly Click Here

13-12-2011 : Brief of discussions of Meeting held on 12-12-2011 between BSNLWA unions and BSNL Management: Click Here

13-12-2011 : Record of discussion of the meeting held at 15.30 hrs. on 12th December, 2011 under the chairmanship of Director (HR) in the 3rd floor Board Room, Bharat Sanchar Bhavan, New Delhi. Letter No. BSNL/7-13/SR/2011 Dated 13.12.2011 Click Here

13-12-20111 : Action against 3G operators: The Telecom Ministry is contemplating to take action against 3G Private service providers for entering into roaming agreements for 3G services as this Violates License terms

13-12-20111 : Rs. 800/- cross. Income tax refund to BSNL.

12-12-2011 : Meeting held with BSNL management but no fruitful result strike decision stands prepare for struggle of 15th December, 2011.

12-12-2011 : Creation of NE 12 scale in NEPP.Letter No. 26/6 Dated 12.12.2011 Click Here

12-12-2011 : Pension contribution in respect of absorbed employees at par with those who are on deputation BSNL NO. 500-57 / 2011-12 / BSNL / CAI / VOL- IV dated 8-10-2011 issued. Click Here

12-12-2011 : Pension contribution BSNL has issued modified orders for payment of pension contribution in respect of absorbed employees. Question arises if BSNL is competent to do this as same is fixed by DOP and MOF. There may be complications in future in settlement of pension of retired employees as CCA may question the authority of BSNL.

10-12-20111 : Refund of Money Deposited in Respect of BWA Spectrums: According to reliable sources the DOT/ Govt. will take 4 to 6 months in refund of money deposited in respect of BWA Spectrums. It has to be perused vigorously.

10-12-20111 : Grant of Subsidy to BSNL: According to information the BSNL has placed presentation twice before Trai for grant of subsidy. Trai’s recommendation to DOT necessary for grant of subsidy. Pending examination and recommendation of Trai the BSNL has reportedly approached to the DOT for adhoc grant.

09-12-20111 : Refund of money paid for BWA spectrum charges : Almost all unions made efforts in the matter and impressed upon the management to demand refund of money from DoT in respect of unviable circles. NFTE has sincerely not only persued the matter with BSNL management but approached to MOC as well. Let money come to BSNL and then take credit.

09-12-2011 : CMD, BSNL’s appeal to BSNL workers alliance unions not to go on strike on 15th December, 2011. BSNL Letter No. BSNL/7-13/SR/2011 dated 09.12.2011 Click Here

09-12-20111 : Repatriation of ITS officers: 387 officers have been repatriated to DOT till date.

09-12-20111 : Meeting of BSNL WA with management on 12th December 15:30 hours on strike demands.

08-12-2011 : With Rs 548-cr medical bill, BSNL is not a healthy organisation. Click Here

08-12-2011 : Govt accepts BSNL proposal to return BWA spectrum. Click Here

08-12-2011 : BSNL VRS: DoT to expedite the VRS of almost one lakh employees of BSNL. Click Here

07-12-2011 : BSNL’s cash and bank balance reach Rs. 2,500 crore; likely to seek govt bailout. Click Here

07-12-2011 : Country wide general strike on 28.02.2012 circular by all Central Trade Unions. Click Here

03-12-2011 : Grant of Dearness Relief to Central Government pensioners/family pensioners revised rate effective from 01.07.2011. Letter No. 40-22/2011-Pan(B) Dated 01.12.2011 Click Here

03-12-2011 : Encashment of HPL against the shortfall of EL of 300 days on retirement in respect of Executives/Non executives absorbed/ directly recruited in BSNL. Letter No. 1-13/2010 PAT (BSNL) Dated 02.12.2011. Click Here

03-12-2011 : Minister of State for Communications and IT Sri. Milind Deora in a written reply to the Lok Sabha, in respect of VRS proposal submitted by BSNL. Click Here

03-12-20111 : Meeting with Director (HR) Shri Garg : Shri A.K. Garg Director (HR) is now most likely expected to join new assignment, CMD MTNL, on or after 5th December,2011.

03-12-20111 : Shri N.K. Gupta, CGM Punjab is selected as Director CFS ie Director (operation) in BSNL vice Shri Wadhwa who is retiring in February, 2012.

03-12-20111 : Stalemate in BSNL : NFTE representative met CMD, BSNL on 02.12.2011 and mentioned the situation prevailing in the field due to repatriation of ITS officers. Practically work is not moving in the field. This has adverse effect in the performance of company. BSNL Hqr is preparing R/R for recruitment of Managers to end the stalemate. The issues of Chennai TD, Andhra, Bihar etc. were also mentioned by the representatives in detail.

03-12-2011 : One and one and half years period of stay prescribed for different places in J and K and NE-2 circles. BSNL No 4/2 -10/2009-Pers I dated 29/30th November, 2011. Click Here

01-12-20111 : Jaya Gopal Sharma working in corporate office and NFTE stall wart expired. Head Quarter convey heart felt condolences to the family.

01-12-20111 : Shri A.K Garg Director (HR) has been selected as CMD MTNL. He will join new assignment on 02.12.2011. Shri A.N. Rai Director (Enterprise) will act as Director(HR) also.

01-12-2011 : Extension of Medical facility to spouse of retired employee married after retirement.Letter No.BSNL/Admn.I/15-4/11 Dated 30.11.2011 Click Here

30-11-2011 : Hon’ble MOC D.O. NO. 1-4/2008/USF/RDEL dated 09.11.2011 regarding provision of subsidy to BSNL from USO fund. DoT to take decision in the interest of BSNL. Click Here

30-11-2011 : Strike on 15th December, 2011 – Editorial Telecom Click Here

30-11-2011 : VRS not possible in this financial year : The Secretary, DoT while participating in “Scotch summit on employment” on 29th November 2011 has declared that the VRS cannot be implemented in BSNL/MTNL in the current financial year ending 31.03.202. The DoT is yet to consider the proposal of BSNL but huge expenditure is involved. BSNL has demanded Rs. 18,000/- crores for grant of VRS to staff. Click Here

29-11-20111 : Creation of NE-12 scale in NEPP : The matter has been sent to BSNL Board. It is most likely to be approved as and when meeting takes place.

29-11-2011 : Bihar circle working committee meeting held on 26.11.2011 to 27.11.2011 at Munger. Click Here

29-11-20111 : 40 more ITS officers have been released from BSNL for DoT.

29-11-2011 : Filling up of vacancies against 10% absorption quota in TTA cadre for recruitment years 2009, 2010 & 2011. Letter No. 250-5/2009-Pers-III Dated 28.11.2011. Click Here

28-11-20111 : BSNL HQr has started action : NFTE BSNL has requested the BSNL management to relieve non-optee tainted and charge sheeted ITS officers. We are happy to note of late BSNL Hqr has started moving in this respect.Besides Aurangabad GM/Dy GM more are being relieved. Free BSNL from corrupt officers.

28-11-20111 : Orissa circle conference on 17/18th December 2011 at Puri.

28-11-20111 : Eastern UP Circle conference on 23rd /24th December 2011 at Unnao.

28-11-20111 : The Hon’ble Delhi High Court’s double bench dismissed the petition filed by ITSA challenging their repatriation from BSNL on the ground that their terms and conditions are discriminatory. The bench imposed a cost of Rs. 30000/- on ITSA.

28-11-20111 : Start Preparation to organise strike on 15th December : BSNLWA and its unions have served notice to organise strike on 15th December. Circle and District Secretaries are requested to start preparations for strike with zeal and vigour. Hold meetings and mobilise the workers to make the strike successful. CHQ urge you all to take a leading role in the scheduled struggle on 15th December, 2011. Click Here

26-11-2011 : Message from CMD, BSNL received vide Letter No. BSNL/8-3/SR/2011 dated 25.11.2011. Click Here

25-11-2011 : Notes on items of Strike demands. Letter No. TF- 38/3 Dated 23.11.2011 Click Here

25-11-2011 : One Extra BCR increment not agreed to by DoT/BSNL. BSNL Letter No. 27-8/2003-TE II(Pt) dated 24.11.2011 and DoT No. 40-12/2004/Pen(T) dated 04.11.2011. Click Here

24-11-20111 : CBI CASTS 2G SCAM PROBE WIDER : The CBI has registered new FIR against former Telecom Secretary (Shri Shyamal Ghosh) DDG (Shri J.R. Gupta) and some unknown DoT officials for causing loss by giving illegal spectrum to Airtel, Vodafone. They were officers during NDA regime. Instead of charging 2% of gross revenue as fee “ as applicable in normal prudence” for spectrum beyond 8 MHz DoT charged only 1% of gross revenue. The exchequer has suffered loss of Rs. 508 crors. The CBI has raided the houses of former officers.

24-11-2011 : Modifications in the scheme and syllabus of LICE for promotion to the grade of private Secretary of BSNL field units. Letter No. 20-05/2009-Pevs II dated 24.11.2011. Click Here

23-11-20111 : Greetings to Comrades on the eve of 58TH anniversary of NFTE. Hoist the NFTE flag and hold gate meeting on 24th November.

23-11-20111 : LICE for JTO promotion : BSNL Hqr has moved swiftly to get “stay” vacated.

23-11-20111 : Creation of NE 12 scale : BSNL corporate office is processing for getting NE 12 scale approved by Board.

23-11-20111 : Eastern UP circle conference is being held on 23rd and 24th December, 2011.

23-11-20111 : Bihar CWC meeting on 26th and 27th November at Munger General secretary will attend.

22-11-20111 : Stay Order on JTO Deptt Examination : President and Secretary, Com. Rajmouli met GM (Est) and requested him to get the interim stay order vacated.

22-11-20111 : LICE for promotion to JTO Cadre has been stayed on 17/11/2011 by Kerala High Court.

22-11-2011 : LICE for promotion to JTO Cadre against 50% Departmental Quota.Letter No. TF-14/2 (b) Dated 22.11.2011 Click Here

22-11-2011 : Misappropriation of Rs. 52 Lakhs at Aurangabad TD in Maharashtra Telecom circle. Letter No. TF-36/3 Dated 17.11.2011 Click Here

21-11-2011 : Notice for Strike on 15th December, 2011. Letter No. TF-38/3 Dated 19.11.2011 Click Here

19-11-2011 : Clarifications regarding withdrawal of leave encashment in respect of All India LTC.Letter No.-13-05/2011-PAT(BSNL) dated 18.11.2011. Click Here

18-11-20111 : JTO Departmental quota examination : Management has now indicated to take into account the vacancies upto year 2011.

17-11-20111 : Meeting with GM (Est.) : NFTE representatives met GM(Est) on 17.11.2011 and discussed about holding of Deptt. exam for promotion to JTO cadre. We impressed upon him that the departmental vacancies should be commensurate with outside quota recruits and supernumery posts should not be adjusted against the departmental quota. The union futher pressed to consider vacancies upto year 2011. The GM(Est) is yet to discuss with Director (HR). However, he again maintained that this may invite litigation. File has now been sent to legal cell for advice. The issues of transfers in Andhra, filling up TMS posts in Himachal, remote area allowance in Jharkhand and Himachal were also raised and discussed.

17-11-20111 : Sri R.Chandrasekhar, Secretary, DOT. talks about BSNL on 17.11.2011 : BSNL has asked to be allowed to surrender BWA and 3G spectrum in some circles because of its declining financial health. Apart from this, do you plan to give any subsidy to it for its unviable operations? There was also a BSNL plan for a VRS (voluntary retirement scheme). Has that been approved? The request of BSNL for surrendering of spectrum and a VRS plan is under consideration. The VRS package for BSNL could be of the order of Rs 10,000 crore and it will need Cabinet approval. Both BSNL and MTNL had a big impact from the payout of 3G and BWA spectrum at around Rs 28,000 crore. Even the phasing out of support for uneconomical activities, at Rs 2,000 crore, was stopped for BSNL. We are looking at all the issues but it will take a couple of months to come to a final decision. The number of employees in the two organisations and their percentage of expenditure on this are much higher compared to other telecom companies, as these were mainly landline companies. The important issue is that all this has impacted their bottom lines and all the requests, including that for a subsidy by BSNL, is being looked at collectively. It will not be a piecemeal approach.

17-11-2011 : Absorption of ITS officers in BSNL: - Request to end stalemate. Click Here

17-11-20111 : Meeting with GM (Est.) : NFTE representatives met GM(Est) on 17.11.2011 and discussed about holding of Deptt. exam for promotion to JTO cadre. We impressed upon him that the departmental vacancies should be commensurate with outside quota recruits and supernumery posts should not be adjusted against the departmental quota. The union futher pressed to consider vacancies upto year 2011. The GM(Est) is yet to discuss with Director (HR). However, he again maintained that this may invite litigation. File has now been sent to legal cell for advice. The issues of transfers in Andhra, filling up TMS posts in Himachal, remote area allowance in Jharkhand and Himachal were also raised and discussed.

17-11-20111 : Creation of NE-12 scale : Reportedly the management committee of BSNL has cleared the proposal for creation of NE-12 scale in NE PP.

17-11-20111 : Repatriation of ITS officers : ITS officers have been afforded two chances to exercise option for absorption in BSNL. 350 non optees ITS officers have been relieved for DoT. Further repatriation of non-optees will depend on direction from DoT. Union is pressing for relief of non-performers, tainted and charge sheeted personnel.

16-11-20111 : 325 ITS officers relieved till date. Further relief depends on the instructions from DOT.

16-11-20111 : Pension :- NFTE is fully aware of 2009 orders. Nothing new in it. We mention factual position only. Don’t be angry. Time will speak itself.

16-11-2011 : Reimbursement of claims for Briefcase and towels BSNL No. 10-6/2011-Admn II. Dated .11.2011 Click Here

16-11-2011 : LICE for promotion to JTO cadre. Click Here

15-11-2011 : ITS Absorption. Click Here

15-11-2011 : BSNL Hqr. vide No. 13-2/2010-TE dated 14.11.2011 has issued another 10 clarifications on NEPP. Click Here

15-11-2011 : Meeting with the CMD : The NFTE representatives met CMD BSNL and discussed issues of the victimisation of employees at Chennai, ITS officers absorption in BSNL. The union leaders impressed upon him for intervention to end the victimisation as well as uncertain atmosphere prevailing in the field. The tainted, charge sheeted and non-performers officers be relieved forth with.

14-11-2011 : ITSA has reportedly served legal notice to CMD,BSNL against their relief from BSNL.

14-11-2011 : Further repatriation of ITS Officals is held up.

12-11-2011 : Achievements :- Presently BSNL is in loss of more than Rs. 6,000/- crores. Is this also achievement should we ignore the reality ? No grudge for rejoicing on the so called achievmenet.

11-11-2011 : Extension scope of family pension to widowed/unmarried daughter and dependent disabled siblings of Central Government servants/pensioners. letter No. 40-13/2011-Pen(B) dated 08.11.2011 Click Here

11-11-2011 : Short term engagement of Retired Officers under the Contingency Plan- Remuneration and terms and conditions of engagement thereof. Letter No. 400-146/2011-Pers.I Dated 08.11.2011. Click Here

11-11-2011 : NFTE delegation consisting of President, General Secretary and Snatta leaders (Com. Samadhiya and Com. Chaudhary) met Director (HR) and discussed holding of JTO (35% and 15% Quota) examination. ITS absorption, Chennai affairs etc.

11-11-2011 : ITS absorption:- Relieve 50% ITS officers from BSNL urgently letter No.-TF-24/5 Dated 11.11.2011 to CMD, BSNL. Click Here

11-11-2011 : Time not to rejoice :- ITS officers are being repatriated to DoT. Some people are rejoicing and claiming it as their achievement forgetting there is now big challenge before us. There has been upward trend in the performance of company for last 4 months. It becomes our duty to maintain upward trend instead of rejoicing. Need of hour is that absorbees exert to achieve the goal so that the achievement may not result in disaster.

11-11-2011 : 35% and 15% Quota examination for promotion to JTO cadre :- The notification for examination is likely to be issued by next week. The syllabus and scheme are already notified vide BSNL No. 5-11/2009-Pers. IV Dated 01.11.2011. The examination will be objective with negative marks on wrong answers. NFTE has urged CMD/Director (HR) to take into account vacancies upto year 2011. Letter No. TF-14/4 dated 11.11.2011. Click Here

09-11-2011 : 8 ITS Officers have opted for absorption in BSNL.

09-11-2011 : Remittance of CHQ quota Click Here

09-11-2011 : Appeal : Remittance of CHQ quota :- As per RBI instructions, the cheques will be valid for three months instead of 6 months w.e.f. 1st April 2012. More than 300 cheque are received by CHQ every month. Some of the accounts officers are in the habit to issue cheques in favour of CHQ every month but do not despatch regularly. They send all the cheques after three to four months in one cover. If this practice continues, most of the cheques will become invalid after 3 months. To avoid this all the Circle/District secretaries are requested to caution their accounts officers concerned to issue and despatch cheques for share of CHQ quota every month to ensure clearance in time.

09-11-2011 : ITS Absorption :- DoT ITS optees will be relieved from BSNL in phased manner. Reportedly relieving orders are being issued 1st in respect of ITS officers working in corporate office.

09-11-2011 : Creation of NE-12 Scale :- There is no progress. File is coming and going without decision.

09-11-2011 : 35% Deptt. Quota examination for promotion to JTO cadre :- Issue is under process corporate office is reportedly contemplating to stick to its original notification of year 2010 examination. The NFTE will meet Director (HR) on his return from abroad for taking vacancies into account upto year 2011.

08-11-2011 : Honble Andhra High Court refused to grant stay against absorption process of ITS personnel.

04-11-2011 : Hold Lunch hour Demonstration on 8th November 2011 : All Circle and district secretaries are requested to hold massive lunch hour demonstration on 8th November 2011 in front of all exchanges/offices as per the decision of NEC at Coimbatore, in support of the charter of demands including opposing VRS/disinvestment/outsourcing in PSU’s and price rise submitted by eleven major central trade unions in India including AITUC, CITU, INTUC, HMS & BMS. Make the programme a grand success.

04-11-2011 : Hon’ble CAT at Hyderabad not granted stay to ITS personnel against absorption. Case is adjourned for 4 weeks.

03-11-2011 : No leave to officers of DGM Level and above – Regarding. Letter No. 400-125/2011-Pers. I. (Pt.) Dated: 02.11.2011. Click Here

03-11-2011 : LDCE (40% quota) for promotion to the Grade of TTA in the field Units of BSNL for the Recruitment Year 2008. Letter No. 7-2/2008-DE Dated : 02.11.2011. Click Here

03-11-2011 : Revised Scheme and Syllabus for Limited Internal Competitive Examination (LICE) for filling up posts in the cadre of JTO (Telecom) under both 35% and 15% quota. Letter No. 5-11/2009-Pers.IV Dated : 01.11.2011. Click Here

02-11-2011 : Retention of staff quarters beyond permissible period at stations where sufficient quarters are vacant:- Letter No. BSNL / 6-1 / SR / 2011 (i) dated 31/10/2011. Click Here

02-11-2011 : ITS absorption :- I.T.S personnel are knocking the doors of Court at Hyderabad to prevent the absorption. C.G.M. Andhra is reportedly applying unethical methods to obtain “Stay” against absorption.

02-11-2011 : NFTE still stands for indefinite strike :- After conclusion and decision of National Executive Meeting of NFTE BSNL the H.Q. wrote to the General Secretaries of almost all unions suggesting for indefinite strike to ensure financial viability and survival of BSNL. The Government had promised in September 2000 to keep the BSNL financially viable. NFTE also suggested that strike should take place when parliament is in session. No one will dispute that dangers are grave as such united and serious struggle is necessary. NFTE feels One-day strike may not serve the purpose due to obvious reasons. It will be difficult to mobilize the workers for indefinite strike after one day strike and that too without securing any result. Therefore, NFTE is still of considered view that united indefinite strike is need of the hour so that BSNL gets financial packages as well as other concessions from the Govt. Once BSNL is financially viable and in profit the issues of VRS as well as facilities of medical allowance without voucher will be automatically settled. Therefore, NFTE still and firmly stands for do or die struggle.

01-11-2011 : Strike deferred to be organised when Parliament is in session. NFTE Stand is vindicated up to some extent. NFTE stands for united struggle.

31-10-2011 : Vindictive and revengeful attitude of CGM, Chennai TD. Click Here.

31-10-2011 : NE-12 Scale :- Director (HR) will be on foreign trip one week. Settlement of NE-12 scale may be further delayed.

31-10-2011 : ITS Absorption :- It is almost becoming certain non-optees ITS officers will be relieved for DOT. Very uncertain atmosphere is prevailing in field and corporate office.

31-10-2011 : One day strike (or) One more futile exercise ? Click Here.

28-10-2011 : Letter from convener JAC. Click Here.

28-10-2011 : Letter addressed to convener JAC. Click Here.

25-10-2011 : Happy Deepavali. Click Here.

25-10-2011 : Unity and Struggle. Click Here.

25-10-2011 : Restoration of one extra increment granted to Grade III staff of BSNL covered under OTBP/BCR scheme one year prior to retirement. Click Here.

25-10-2011 : Denial of Pension and Terminal benefits to upgraded personnel in NEPP- case of orissa Telecom Circle. Click Here.

25-10-2011 : CBI has started investigations on Maran’s “Virtual Exchange” pertaining to 323 high capacity lines to his house and sum TV office.

25-10-2011 : Wish you and your family Happy Deepavali.

25-10-2011 : Use of BSNL/MTNL Telecom Services. Click Here.

22-10-2011 : Election of office bearers in NEC at Coimbatore. Click Here.

22-10-2011 : Don’t Create further bad blood :- BSNL and its employees are facing threats and challenges. The very survival is in danger All are realizing this and that is why all unions want unity. Therefore, we should not allow any one to create impediments in evolving of unity. The NFTE HQR is receiving disturbing news from circles specially from Chennai, Punjab, Andhra etc which may jeopardize the process of unity and joint struggle. Therefore, we appeal to all to exercise restraints for greater cause.

22-10-2011 : Let there be change of heart. Click Here.

21-10-2011 : ITS ABSORPTION : BSNL HQr is busy in preparing contingent plan relating to ITS absorption.

21-10-2011 : DPE issued orders on increase of IDA from 01.10.2011 (i.e. 52%) F.No.-2(70) 2008-DPE(WC)-GL-XVII/2011 dated 21.10.2011 Click Here.

21-10-2011 : A booklet on VRS :- On the eve of NEC, Comrades Sethu and Murukesan compiled Various writeups on VRS and brought a good going booklet. The publication cost is only kept as price . Kindly contact Com. Murukesan and buy the copies.( Price Rs 50 ). Sethu :09442684647, Murukesan: 09443012121

20-10-2011 : Resolutions adopted in NE Meeting held at Coimbatore from 15th October 2011 to 17th October 2011.Click Here.

20-10-2011 : Struggle to protect BSNL and its employees. Click Here.

20-10-2011 : Revised Scheme of Examination for Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) for Telecom Mechanic under 50% quota. BSNL No.250-74/2001-Pers-III (Part) Dated 18/10/2011. Click Here.

20-10-2011 : Departmental 40% Quota examination for promotion to TTA Cadre BSNL vide Letter No. 250-27/2008-Pers III date 19/10/2011 has issued orders for holding of examination for year 2008. Click Here.

20-10-2011 : Message sent by CMD, BSNL on the eve of National Executive Meeting of NFTE, BSNL at Coimbatore. Click Here.

19-10-2011 : Creation of NE 12 scale in NEPP :- File is rolling here and there. Unlikely to be settled before Dewali.

19-10-2011 : Departmental Examination for promotion to JTO cadre :- Review petition reportedly disposed of by Kerala Cat. Now path clear for Departmental examination.

19-10-2011 : Open Session :- The open session of National Executive Meeting was held in the afternoon session of 17th October, 2011 under the chairmanship of Com. Islam Ahmad. It was addressed by Comrades G.L. Dhar, Secretary AITUC, P.R. Natarajan, Member Parliament, General Secretary, Dy. GS NFTE etc addressed the open session. Speaking on the occasion Com. Natarajan mentioned that new rule for recognition of unions be framed in BSNL so that more unions are recognised. He further stated that the BSNL EU now stands for recognition of more than one unions as NFTE has also changed its previous stand.

19-10-2011 : 17-10-2011: National Executive Committee decided to organise joint struggle with all Unions/Associations to protect BSNL Employees from the trap of management and conspiracy of Government to smash PSU and defeat VRS proposals. NFTE-BSNL CWC Meeting at Coimbatore October 15th - 17th,2011: Seminar on the subject "Maximising BSNL Revenue" conducted on 15th morning. Bebore the meeting National Flag was hoisted by Com. Islam Ahamad CHQ. President and NFTE Flag hoisted by Com. Gnanaiah Ex. Secretary General NFPTE. Com. Gopala Krishna Chairman of Reception Committee welcomed the leaders and invitees to the dias.Com. Islam Ahamad CHQ President presided the seminar. Com. Chandeswar Singh General Secretary, Com. Mathivanan, Com. Pattabhi Raman Circle Secretary, Chennai and Tamilnadu respectively, Shri Subrahmanyam CGM, Chennai, Shri Ashraf Khan, CGM Tamilnadu and Shri Haribabu PGM, Coimbatore on behalf of management addressed the meeting. The CMD,BSNL sent his message to the meeting and expressed his inability to attend the meeting due to some other important programme which could not be postponed. The speakers of Union while addressing the meeting said that by curtailing the un-necessary expenditure and adopting the different methods in the BSNL, we can reach the goal, but not through VRS, by downsizing the man-power. The employees of the BSNL, who are the stake holders of BSNL only can make efforts to maximise the Revenue, but not through VRS. By stopping the corruption, and lavish expenditure only can help the BSNL to arrest the losses. The meeting finally resolved that (through the CHQ Union) to send the draft copy to the Ministry and CMD-BSNL, that orders should be released by making compulsary utilization of BSNL services in all Central / State Government / PSU departments to maximise the revenue of BSNL.

19-10-2011 : NFTE has proposed Indefinite strike to protect BSNL and the interest of employees. One day strike will not serve any purpose. We will approach to all the unions in this respect. Letter No. TF-38/3 dated 09.10.2011 to convenor JAC and all unions. Click Here.

18-10-2011 : Central office bearers elected : The National executive Meeting of NFTE BSNL has elected the following comrades as central office bearers. 1. Com. H.L. Moktali – Secretary (Maharashtra) 2. Com. C.K. Joshi – Organising Secretary (MP) 3. Com. Shyamal Ghosh - Organising Secretary (Kalkota TD)

18-10-2011 : Com. N.T. Sajwani expelled from NFTE BSNL : Com. N.T. Sajwani former Secretary General and presently Secretary, NFTE BSNL has been expelled from the union due to his anti-union and dubious activities.

18-10-2011 : National Executive Meeting at Coimbatore : The National Executive Meeting of NFTE BSNL, held from 15th to 17th October, 2011 has adopted resolution on the following issues : 1. No to VRS 2. Indefinite joint struggle 3. Financial Viability 4. 50% IDA merger 5. Against corruption 6. Utilisation of BSNL services by central Govt., State Govt. and PSUS. 7. Restoration of leave encashment LTC and Medical Allowance without vouchers. 8. Disciplinary action against personal involved in Anti-Union and dubious activities. 9. National Telecom Policy 2011.

17-10-2011 : National Executive Committee decided to organise joint struggle with all Unions/Associations to protect BSNL Employees from the trap of management and conspiracy of Government to smash PSU and defeat VRS proposals.NFTE-BSNL CWC Meeting at Coimbatore October 15th - 17th,2011.Seminar on the subject "Maximising BSNL Revenue" conducted on 15th morning. Bebore the meeting National Flag was hoisted by Com. Islam Ahamad CHQ. President and NFTE Flag hoisted by Com. Gnanaiah Ex. Secretary General NFPTE. Com. Gopala Krishna Chairman of Reception Committee welcomed the leaders and invitees to the dias.Com. Islam Ahamad CHQ President presided the seminar. Com. Chandeswar Singh General Secretary, Com. Mathivanan, Com. Pattabhi Raman Circle Secretary, Chennai and Tamilnadu respectively, Shri Subrahmanyam CGM, Chennai and Shri Haribabu PGM, Coimbatore on behalf of management addressed the meeting. The CMD,BSNL sent his message to the meeting and expressed his inability to attend the meeting due to some other important programme which could not be postponed. The speakers of Union while addressing the meeting said that by curtailing the un-necessary expenditure and adopting the different methods in the BSNL, we can reach the goal, but not through VRS, by downsizing the man-power. The employees of the BSNL, who are the stake holders of BSNL only can make efforts to maximise the Revenue, but not through VRS. By stopping the corruption, and lavish expenditure only can help the BSNL to arrest the losses. The meeting finally resolved that (through the CHQ Union) to send the draft copy to the Ministry and CMD-BSNL, that orders should be released by making compulsary utilization of BSNL services in all Central / State Government / PSU departments to maximise the revenue of BSNL. Click Here.

13-10-2011 National Executive Meeting at Coimbatore :- Please contact Com. Gopal Krishan General Secretary , Reception Committee – MP 9443057220, Com. R. Pattabhiraman Circle Secretary, MP 9443865366.

13-10-2011 : Payment of wages etc. for the month of October 2011. Letter No. TF-8/7 Dated 12.10.2011 Click Here.

12-10-2011 Creation of NE-12 scale in NEPP :- File released from Finance of BSNL. After approval by CMD there will be agreement between management and the recognised union.

12-10-2011 : Settlement of anomaly in Pension of BSNL employees retired within ten months of their absorption in BSNL DoT No. 40-10/2005- Pen(T) dated 27.09.2011. Click Here.

11-10-2011 : VRS Proposal :- BSNL Board has recommended 60 days VRS compensation proposal to DOT.

11-10-2011 : Demonstration at Ludhiana :- After hunger strike the employees held demonstration on 7th October against partisan and evasive attitude of SSA Head and hooliganism of BSNLEU. Com. M.L.Sharma (Circle Secretary), Com. Tejinderpal Singh (Central coordinator Snatta) and Com. Pritamchand (ACS) met GMT / Dy GMT (Adm) who assured for impartiality. Struggle suspended as per advice of CHQ / Circle.

11-10-2011 : National Seminar and NE Meeting from 15th to 17th October at Coimbatore. Click Here.

11-10-2011 : Com Premnath Sahini, TTA (Trans) % Suri West Bengal has been conferred Visisth Sanchar Seba Padak award 2011 and Com. P.V. Krishna, TTA working at Mindi Exchange (AP Circle) has been awarded Visisth Sanchar Seba Padak 2011.

11-10-2011 : Whom to contact for NE Meeting : - Com. Semmal Amudhan on MP 09443194455 for details of accommodation etc. Com Amudhan knows Hindi very well.

11-10-2011 : Delegation fee at Coimbatore :- Delegation fee Rs. 50/- for seminar and Rs. 300/- for NE Meeting.

11-10-2011 : Family Pension to dependent parents of a deceased Govt. employee & inclusion of names of members of family in the PPO & Proof of age for additional quantum of Family Pension. No. 40-22/2011-Pen (B) dated 3/10/2011. Click Here.

11-10-2011 : Retirement benefits in respect of Government Service to persons dismissed / removed from service after absorption in BSNL No. 40-20/2010-Pen (B) Date 4/10/2011. Click Here.

11-10-2011 : VRS Proposal :- VRS proposal after approval by BSNL Board has been sent to DoT.

11-10-2011 : JTO Departmental quota examination : Hearing of review petition in Keral Cat over judgment reserved.

11-10-2011 : Creation of NE-12 scale : File is still pending with BSNL finance.

7-10-2011 : Draft Telecom Policy, 2011 is likely to be unveiled next week :- Nation wide free roaming is contemplated. Planning is also to allow Inter Circle Mobile Number Portibility (MNP) changing operator while retaining same number in different circles.

7-10-2011 : Enquiry against former Telecom Minister, Shri Maran started :- CBI has started a formal probe into allegations that “Virtual” telephone exchange of 300 Telephone lines was set up at Maran’s residence connecting the Sun TV office.

7-10-2011 : Stir at Ludhiana :- Fed up with the misdeeds and partisan attitude of GM, Ludhiana employee owing allegiance to NFTE BSNL are on struggle. Circle and HQR are intervening and comrades have been advised to postpone the struggle for time being.

7-10-2011 : TSMs after regularisation entitled for Pension. Click Here.

5-10-2011 : Struggle : - Chain Hunger strike at Ludhiana against partisan attitude of SSA Head.

5-10-2011 : Bonus to staff :- NFTE representatives met CMD on 4th instant and urged for release of non-productivity linked Bonus as good will gesture. He expressed inability.

5-10-2011 : Contact Number :- Com. GopalKrishnan 9443057220 General Secretary Receiption Committee. Com. R.Pattabhiraman 9443865366 Circle Secretary.

5-10-2011 : Venue of National Executive Meeting :- Ayappa Pooja Sangam Hall near coimbatore Central Bus stand Sathmoorthy Road Ramnagar coimbatore Contact Nos. Com. GopalKrishnan 9443057220 General Secretary Receiption Committee. Com. R.Pattabhiraman 9443865366 Circle Secretary.

5-10-2011 : Mother of Com. B. Arunachalam, President of Reception committee of ensuing National Executive Meeting scheduled to take place at Coimbatore expired on 4th September morning. HQR express sorrow and condoles the death.

5-10-2011 : Meeting with the BSNL management :- Meeting took place on 3/10/2011 between JAC leaders and BSNL management. According to sources concrete result on issues has not emerged.

5-10-2011 : Creation of NE-12 Scale in NEPP :- File is reportedly in circulation Indications are such that the issue may be settled around Diwali.

3-10-2011 : Items of Conciliation Proceedings. No.TF-36/6 Dated 30/9/2011 Click Here.

3-10-2011 : Circular No. 4/5 date 29/9/2011 to all Central office bearers, Circle Secretaries and District Secretaries. Click Here.

3-10-2011 : Circular No. 4/5 date 29/9/2011 to all Central office bearers, Circle Secretaries and District Secretaries. Click Here.

1-10-2011 : IDA hike 4.8% w.e.f. 1-10-2011.

1-10-2011 : BSNL Board held meeting on 29th Sept. on VRS :- According to reliable sources the BSNL Board has approved VRS compensation as per DPE guidelines. This is unlikely to be approved by Govt. as BSNL is in loss.

1-10-2011 : Final option in NEPP :- BSNL HQR has offered another chance for staff for final option in NEPP vide item 8 of corporate office letter NO 13-2/2010 – TE dt. 28.09.2011.

30-09-2011 : Clarification on NEPP :- BSNL HQR has issued 23 clarifications on 28-9-2011. The remaining 10 clarifications couldnot be issued due to non-clearance by finance of Corporate office.

30-09-2011 : Formation of Works Committees at SSA level and their satisfactory functioning - regarding No. BSNL / 39-11 / SR / 2007 Dated 26th September 2011. Click Here.

29-09-2011 : Non-Executive Policy (NEPP) for employees in IDA pay scale of NE-1 TO NE-10 of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited :- Clarification thereof. Click Here.

29-09-2011 : VRS Compensation :- The BSNL management has proposed on 27-9-2011 VRS compensation on Gujrat Model i.e. 35 days pay + IDA for each completed year of service. This too on receipt of money from Govt. The Company will neither take loan from bank nor will disinvest. The Matter will go to the Cabinet also. The NFTE has totally rejected the proposal of retrenchment through VRS as it is against the commitment of Govt of 8-9-2000 at the time of Corporatisation.

28-09-2011 : FORMAL MEETING WITH DIRECTOR (HRD) :- On 27.09.2011 a delegation of NFTE-BSNL met the Director (HRD) and discussed various issues of importance including the proposed VRS to employees who have completed the age of 45. NFTE – BSNL was represented at the meeting by Comrade Islam Ahmed, Chandeswar Singh, C.K. Mathivanan and Rajpal. The Management side was represented by PGM (SR), GM (Estt) and GM (Restg). At the outset NFTE-BSNL protested for the arbitrary order issued on 5 the September, 2011 withdrawing certain facilities enjoyed by the employees. NFTE-BSNL demanded immediate reversal of the said order. Regarding VRS proposals NFTE-BSNL strongly objected to the policy of retrenchment through VRS in violation of assurance given to the employees when corporatization decision was taken NFTE-BSNL will mobilize the employees to oppose and defeat the policy of VRS. The coimbature NEC meeting will discuss in detail and decide the future course of action. We will go for struggle, if need be. Get ready.

28-09-2011 : Shri A.N. Rai has joined BSNL Board as Director (Enterprise).

26-09-2011 : Meeting with Shri M.Deora, MOS (C) and IT :- A delegation of NFTE BSNL consisting of comrades Chandeshwar Singh, Rajpal, Rajmouli and Islam Ahmad met MOS (C) and drew his attention on VRS, financial viability of BSNL and minimum facilities to applicant unions in BSNL.

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24-09-2011 : NFTE BSNL not averse to unity :- NFTE BSNL is neither averse to unity nor of joint struggle. But the respectability of organization, NFTE, and employees owing allegiance to NFTE BSNL cannot be sacrificed.

24-09-2011 : Clarification on working pattern in field Units including shift working-regarding No.14-1/2011-TE dated 22/9/2011.Click Here.

24-09-2011 : Notice for Lunch hour demonstration on 27th September,2011.Letter No.TF- 4/1 Dated 26/9/2011.Click Here.

24-09-2011 : Meeting with CMD :- President and GS met CMD on 23rd Septemper and discussed the present unrest of workers in Andhra, issues of UP (West), UP (East).

24-09-2011 : ITS absorption :- DOT issued orders for absorption of ITS personnel in BSNL.The ITSA has written to Govt to repatriate all ITS from BSNL to DOT. The uncertainty will start in BSNL affecting the performance.

24-09-2011 : Meeting with Member (S) an