Saturday 30 January 2021

Do's & Don'ts for MCD Device - Instructions for BPMs

 This communication is with regards to the battery replacement calls, which are getting registered from Multiple location.

 



During the testing of replacement batteries received from DO, It has been identified that 40% - 60% batteries are working fine.

Based on the feedback of replaced batteries, we request you to follow the process mentioned below before raising the tickets, which will

help to save your time of logging calls and also it will help to serve you better.

Points to be taken care for Batteries -

Battery (When inside MCD) is getting bulged condition because of overcharging (long time charge after full-charge condition)..User must ensure that Battery when charged fully, remove the plug.

External Battery (which are unused by user) is getting moisture in some cases and not functioning as not keeping in dry place. It would be good if it can be keep covered condition by any Cloth inside carrycase (ensure External Battery not kept outside or in open place for long time that too in wet weather condition, like Rainy season etc.).

Both the battery (internal/external) should use alternatively manner…at least interchange once in a week.

Also for your reference, Important Safety Measures to be followed :-
  • Never use VISIONTEK GL-11 POS terminal in the following places:
  • Exposed to Direct sunlight, Moist, hot or dusty.
  • Unstable or vibrating places.
  • Near flammable liquid or gas.
  • Near large appliances Viz. A.C, Fridge etc.
  • Near electric apparatus such as radios and TVs Near magnetic bodies such as audio speakers.
  • Avoid using the terminal during lightning storms.
  • Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners for cleaning.
  • Do not disassemble or modify your GL-11 POS unit.
  • Do not open the cover of the GL-11 POS terminal during operation.
  • Do not expose the terminal to metal particles.
  • Do not yank the power cord or place anything on the power cord.
  • Do not pull the power plug with wet hands.
  • Do not try to charge the battery on other chargers.
  • Do not expose to the rain (or) water.

 

Friday 29 January 2021

Finacle Issues Reported in Long Book rectified - Patch deployed - on 29.01.2021

 Subject: Issues Reported in Long Book rectified - Patch deployed - Important


Dear Sir/Madam,

I am directed to convey the following

This is regarding deployment of patch for the issues reported in Long Book Detailed and Consolidated report.

The following issues which were reported in Long Book is fixed

Default fee collected in RD Agent list getting listed below bulk list.
Post maturity Interest for TD closure is reflected in Debit side in Longbook detailed report and consolidation
SBA products like SB,PPF,NSS, SSA – Interest on closed accounts (Current year interest) which is reflecting in Credit side is removed. Current year interest excluded in both the receipt and payment side.
KVN scheme code to be excluded like NS8,NSC9 and KVP. Only KVP16 and NSC16 accounts to be included.
Reflection of RD Rebate in receipt side
Removal of BO new account opening in BRN long book.
Removal of Agent commission transactions from Long Book
Removal of IPPB reversal Transactions.
Removal of HRMS transactions
Removal of TTUM transactions
Removal of Loan interest demand transaction
MIS Premature closure – Penal fee not included in long book consolidation
APY automatic transaction through SI is excluded from Long Book
SCSS Interest Closure shown in the Consolidation of NSC16 instead of SCSS
 
The above information may please be forwarded to all POs.

CPCs are requested to send us issues if any reported by POs as Consolidated report post deployment of this patch to us for solution.

MHA GUIDELINES FOR SURVEILLANCE, CONTAINMENT AND CAUTION

 Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) issued an Order today with Guidelines for Surveillance, Containment and Caution, which will be effective from February 1, 2021 and to remain in force upto February 28, 2021.

·         The main focus of the Guidelines is to consolidate the substantial gains that have been achieved against the spread of COVID-19 which is visible in the steady decline in number of active and new cases in the country over the last four months. It is, therefore, emphasised that to fully overcome the pandemic, there is need to maintain caution and to strictly follow the prescribed containment strategy focussed on surveillance, containment and strict observance of the guidelines/ SOPs issued by MHA and Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MOHFW).

SURVEILLANCE AND CONTAINMENT

·         Containment Zones, if required, shall be carefully demarcated by the district authorities at the micro level, taking into consideration guidelines prescribed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) in this regard.  Within the demarcated Containment Zones, containment measures, as prescribed by MoHFW shall be scrupulously followed.

·         Local district, police and municipal authorities shall be responsible to ensure that the prescribed Containment measures are strictly followed and State/ UT Governments shall ensure the accountability of the officers concerned in this regard.

COVID-APPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR

·         State/ UT Governments shall take all necssary measures to promote COVID-19 appropriate behaviour and ensure wearing of face masks, hand hygiene and social distancing.

·         National Directives for COVID-19 Management shall continue to be followed throughout the country, so as to enforce COVID-19 appropriate behavior.

 STRICT ADHERENCE TO THE PRESCRIBED SOPS

 

·         All activities have been permitted outside Containment Zones, except for the following, which will be subject to strict adherence of SOPs, as indicated below:

o    Social/ religious/ sports/ entertainment/ educational/ cultural/ religious gatherings have already been permitted upto a maximum of 50% of the hall capacity, with a ceiling of 200 persons in closed spaces; and keeping of the size of the ground/ space in view, in open spaces. Now such gatherings will be allowed subject to SOP of the State/ UT concerned.

o    Cinema halls and theatres have already been permitted upto 50% of seating capacity. Now they will be permitted to operate at higher seating capacity, for which a revised SOP will be issued by Ministry of Information & Broadcasting in consultation with MHA.

o    Swimming pools have already been permitted for use of sports persons. Now swimming pools will be permitted for use of all, for which a revised SOP will be issued by Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MoYA&S) in consultation with MHA.

o    Business to Business (B2B) exhibition halls have already been permitted. Now all types of exhibition halls will be permitted, for which a revised SOP will be issued by the Department of Commerce in consultation with MHA.

·         For further opening up of international air travel of passengers, Ministry of Civil Aviation (MOCA) may take a decision in consultation with Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) based on the assessment of the situation.

·         SOPs, as updated from time to time, have been prescribed for various activities. These include:  movement by passenger trains; air travel; metro trains; schools; higher educational institutions; hotels and restaurants; shopping malls, multiplexes and entertainment parks; yoga centres and gymnasiums, etc.  These SOPs shall be strictly enforced by the authorities concerned, who shall be responsible for their strict observance. 

LOCAL RESTRICTIONS

·         There shall be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. No separate permission/ approval/ e-permit will be required for such movements.

Protection of vulnerable persons

·         Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to take necessary precautions.

Use of Aarogya Setu                

·         The use of Aarogya Setu mobile App will continue to be encouraged.


Draft guidelines for implementation of recommendations of GDS Committee on substitute arrangements in place of regular GDS against short term vacancies

 

CLICK HERE FOR COPY & DETAILS (8 pages)

 

Thursday 28 January 2021

Postmen contingent participating in the Republic Day parade at Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.


 

Divisional conference of Chennai city south Division.

 On  26.1.2021 34th  Divisional conference of chennai city south division, held at the premises of st. Thomas mount HO. Presided by shri. P. Tharanipathi Divisional president,  Secretary General and All India President NAPE group c,  Sri.B Shivakumar Chief Guest attended the conference, hoisted the union flag and addressed the gathering. Sri. D. Theagarajan, former Secretary-General, FNPO Sri. S. Yadavan Circle president, circle office bearers of Tamilnadu circle, divisional secretary's and office bearers of Chennai city region attended the conference. Sri. Z.Abdul Rahim, Sri.K.Sultan Mohideen and Sri.V.Sivakumar elected as Divisional president, Divisional Secretary and Divisional Treasurer unanimously. Some of the leaders of Karnataka circle attended the conference and Maka the conference remarkable success on behalf FNPO NAPE group C (CHQ) congratulations to newly elected leaders.

 B. Shivakumar SG FNPO. President NAPE group C (CHQ)














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Deputation of Volunteers of Dept. of Posts to APS (Army Postal Service)

 





Prime Minister Narendra Modi releases memorial postal stamp on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose

 


Thursday 21 January 2021

FNPO categorically affirm that our Federation fully supports the workers of the Moroccan Post Office and their families in their noble and legitimate struggle for a fairer and more just society.- SG FNPO letter to Director General Moroccan

 


Reimbursement of cancellation/reschedule charges for air/train tickets booked for the purpose of LTC and relaxation of LTC advance due to COVID-l9 pandemic- relaxation regarding

 





Improvement of POSB Account opening performance of GDS Branch Post Offices

 






Clarification regarding withdrawal/Closure of savings bank account through messenger

 




larification regarding generation of 12 digit account number in Finacle for POSB customers

 






Clarification regarding accounts not frozen in Finacle despite fulfilling criteria of SCWF, 2016 rule

 



PERIODICAL MEETING OF SERVICE ASSOCIATIONS IN DEPARTMENT OF POSTS

 




Freezing of D.A/ D.R metting held with Cabinet secretary(GOVERNMENT OF INDIA) ON 16/01/2021-JCM Staff side secretary letter to all JCM affiliates.

 








Ease of Partial withdrawal of NPS Subscribers through self – declaration

 

CIRCULAR

CIR No.: PFRDA/2021/3/SUP-ASP/3

Date: January 14, 2021

To,
All Stakeholders under NPS

Sub: Ease of Partial withdrawal of NPS Subscribers through self – declaration

Presently, all NPS Subscribers who have been under the NPS for three years or more, are permitted to avail non-refundable partial withdrawal from their own contributions to the extent of 25% up to three times for specified reasons (refer Annexure I) in PFRDA (Exits and Withdrawal under the National Pension System) Regulations 2015.

2. As of now, the eligible Subscribers need to submit their application for partial
withdrawal to the respective nodal officers/POPs along with the supporting documents to substantiate the reasons for their request for partial withdrawals.

3. In order to ease the process of partial withdrawal and make it simple, online
and paperless in the interest of Subscribers, it has now been decided to allow the Subscribers to allow partial withdrawal based on ‘self-declaration’ and thereby doing away with the submission of supporting documents to substantiate the reasons for partial withdrawal.

4. To further expedite the process and to ensure timely payment of partially
withdrawn amount into the Subscribers’ bank account, the partial withdrawal requests received online shall be directly processed in Central Record Keeping Agency (CRA) system thereby doing away with the authorization of the request at the level of nodal office/POP.

5. This liberalized process is however strengthened by effective due diligence with
technology enabled ‘Instant Bank Account verification’ through penny drop to identify the beneficiary and the Subscriber’s bank account. In order to ensure payment of amount into correct bank account number and rightful beneficiary, CRAs shall be carrying out ‘Instant Bank Account Verification’ through penny drop and the cost of the same shall be borne by the Subscribers. The process of partial withdrawal based on self-declaration is provided at the Annexure II. Central Record Keeping Agencies (CRAs) are accordingly advised to make this feature available in their system at the earliest in the interest of Subscribers.

6. The Subscribers shall also have the option for submitting partial withdrawal requests off line with ‘self-declaration’ to the associated nodal officers/POPs, as per the prevalent practice but without any supporting documents to substantiate the reasons for partial withdrawal.

7. This circular is issued under Section 14 of PFRDA Act 2013 and is available at PFRDA’s website (www.pfrda.org.in) under the Regulatory framework and in “Circular” section of CRA under intermediaries.

K Mohan Gandhi
General Manager
(k.mohangandhi@pfrda.org.in)

Annexure I

(Reasons of Partial Withdrawal)
[Refer Reg. 8 of PFRDA (Exit and Withdrawal) Regulations, 2015]

i. Higher education of his/her children

ii. Marriage of his/her children

iii. Purchase or construction of residential house or flat

iv. Treatment of specified illness such as Cancer, Kidney failure, Primary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension, Multiple Sclerosis, Major organ transplant, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft, Aorta Graft Surgery, Heart Valve Surgery, Stroke, Myocardial Infarction, Coma, Total Blindness, Covid 19, Paralysis and Accident of serious/life threatening.

v. For meeting expenses of skill development/re-skilling or any other self-development activities.

vi. For establishing his/her own venture or any start-up.

vii. To meet medical and incidental expenses arising out of the disability or
incapacitation suffered by the subscriber

Annexure II

(Process of Partial withdrawal through self – declaration)

a. Subscribers can submit the partial withdrawal request online/off-line to CRA/Nodal Office/PoPs, as the case may be.

b. For online withdrawal -Login to CRA system using login credentials.

c. Select Partial Withdrawal and the eligible amount of partial withdrawal displayed. D. Select the reasons for partial withdrawal in drop down option.

d. Furnish Self Declaration: ” I submit the request for partial withdrawal and the amount thus withdrawn shall be utilized for the purpose of declared reasons as specified by PFRDA exit regulations. I am fully responsible and accountable to spend the amount thus withdrawn for the stated reason”.

e. Check Bank Account Number which is non-editable mode.

f. Submit the request and authorize by using OTPs/ e Sign.

g. Email and Mobile number need to be updated to authenticate using OTPs in case of online mode.

h. CRA executes partial withdrawal post ” Instant Bank Account Verification” by penny drop.

i. The amount will be received by the Subscriber on T+4th working day. T being the date of online submission by Subscriber / authorization by Nodal Office/POP (in offline mode)

j. No supporting documents are to be submitted in offline or online mode.

Signed Copy

GAZETTE NOTIFICATION DATED 14.01.2021 REGARDING PAYMENTS ON ACCOUNT OF INCENTIVE TO SALES FORCE OF PLI AND RPLI

 




Tuesday 19 January 2021

 

Today myself and R. Sudhakar circle Treasure and Division secretary of BG GPO visited Cept Bangalore and wished Sri P. M. Saravanan G. M. (Infra & Project). After that  went to CO met APMG(staff)  Re-alloment of divisional secretary case of GPO disused APMG assured it will be settled by next week.Regarding HRA Case of sambra met AD(Rec & Estb) yesterday they have sent to Dependence Certificate copy  to Directorate I tak to ADG Monday

Monday 18 January 2021

KARNATAKA CM RELEASING POSTAL DEPT'S SPECIAL COVER FOR COVID VACCINE DRIVE

 


22nd Joint Circle Conference of NURME- Gr. "C", MGs & MTS. Karnataka Circle.

 Today the open sesion of 22nd joint conference of RMS &MMS Karnataka held at Gandhibhavan Bangalore. The open session was inaugurated by Smt Sharada Sampath CPMG Karnataka Circle. In her address explained in detail about the need of technology and adaptability 

Requested to efficiently use  RTN for effective transmission of mails ,CPMG showered lot of praise for the commendable work done by the staff during pandemic.
Expressed deepest condolences for the staff lost during this period due to deadly virus 
Secretary General, FNPO, Sri B. Shivakumar,  explained how the union is working to solve the problems of the staff. Called on the staff to go with technology 
S.Khandoji Rao CS P3Karnataka explained the need of union in this present condition and called upon the staff to be equipped with latest updates. Further he called upon to conduct common biennial conference of all affiliated unions of FNPO under one roof. 
S/Sri V.K Mohan  SSRM, Sandesh Mahadevappa  APMG Staff, NUGDS Circle Secretary  M.P Chitrasena and Ex General Secretary R IV  P. D. Bhavikar attended and addressed in the open session.
Initially Sri Chandrashekhar CS NUR--C made a key note address.
The opening session went very grandly and a successful one


 



Sunday 17 January 2021

COVID-19 Vaccination Precautions Contraindications and scheduled: Difference of COVID-19 Vaccines

 



GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF HEALTH & FAMILY WELFARE
NIRMAN BHAVAN, NEW DELHI – 110011

DO No. T-22020/14/2020-Imm
Date: 14th January 2021

Dear All,

As you are aware that COVID-19 vaccine is scheduled for roll-out in the country on 16th January 2021 and the States/UTs have already received vaccines for the same.

In this regard, a comparative factsheet for both the vaccines that will be used during the introduction have been prepared which contains information on vaccine platform, physical specifications, dosage, cold chain storage requirements, contraindications and minor AEFIs. A detailed note on contraindications and special precautions has also been prepared and is enclosed.

You are requested to kindly disseminate the above mentioned documents to Programme Managers across all levels and through them to cold chain handlers and vaccinators for ready reference.

Enclosure: As above

Yours sincerely,

(Dr. Manohar Agnani)


Precautions and Contraindications for COVID-19 Vaccination

1. Authorized Age Group: Under the EUA, COVID-19 vaccination is indicated only for 18 years and above.

2. Co-administration of vaccines: If required, COVID-19 vaccine and other vaccines should be separated by an interval of at least 14 days

3. Interchangeability of COVID-19 Vaccines is not permitted: Second dose should also be of the same COVID-19 vaccine which was administered as the first dose.

Contraindication

1. Persons with history of:

Anaphylactic or allergic reaction to a previous dose of COVID-19 vaccine

Immediate or delayed-onset anaphylaxis or allergic reaction to vaccines or injectable therapies, pharmaceutical products, food-items etc.

2. Pregnancy & Lactation:

Pregnant & Lactating women have not been part of any COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial so far. Therefore, women who are pregnant or not sure of their pregnancy; and lactating women should not receive COVID-19 vaccine at this time

Provisional / temporary contraindications: In these conditions, COVID vaccination is to be deferred for 4-8 weeks after recovery

1. Persons having active symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 infection.

2. SARS-COV-2 patients who have been given anti-SARS-CoV-2 monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma

3. Acutely unwell and hospitalized (with or without intensive care) patients due to any illness

Special precautions:

  • Vaccine should be administered with caution in persons with history of any bleeding or coagulation disorder (e.g., clotting factor deficiency, coagulopathy or platelet disorder).
  • Following conditions are not contraindicated for COVID vaccines
  • Persons with a past history of SARS-CoV-2 infection (sero-positivity) and or RT-PCR positive illness
  • History of chronic diseases and morbidities (cardiac, neurological, pulmonary, metabolic, renal, malignancies)
  • Immuno-deficiency, HIV, patients on immune-suppression due to any condition (the response to the COVID 19 vaccines may be less in these individuals)
  • Vaccine specific contraindications may apply as the new information becomes available

Comparative Sheet for different Covid-19 vaccines, under Indian Government supply

IndicatorCOVISHIELDCOVAXIN
Type of VaccineRecombinant COVID-19 vaccine based on Viral Vector TechnologyWhole-Virion Inactivated Corona Virus Vaccine
No. of doses in each vial1020
Shelf life6 months6 months
Expiry date available on vialYesYes
Vaccine Vial Monitor (VVM) Not Availablenot available
RouteIntramuscular (IM) Injectable Intramuscular (IM) Injectable
Physical Appearance of VaccineClear to slightly opaque, colourless to slightly brownWhitish translucent
Dose0.5 ml each dose0.5 ml each dose
Course 2-doses2-doses
Schedule4-weeks apart4-weeks apart
Vaccination during Pregnancy Not recommendedNot recommended
Vaccination < 18 years of ageNot recommendedNot recommended
Vaccination to Lactating motherNot recommendedNot recommended
Storage and transportation+2°C to +8°C at all levels+2°C to +8°C at all levels
Cold chain storage space in secondary packaging2.109 cm31.7187 cm3
Shake test Not applicableNot applicable
Open Vial PolicyNot applicableNot applicable
Freeze SensitiveYesYes
Discard the vaccine vial, if found‘frozen’ or ‘frozen and thawed’‘frozen’ or ‘frozen and thawed’
Discard the vial, ifSolution is discoloured or visible particles are observedPresence of particulate matter or other coloration
AEFISome mild AEFIs may occur like injection site tendenrness, injection site pain, headache, fatigue, myalgia, malaise, pyrexia, chills and arthralgia, nauseaSome mild may occur like injection site pain, headache, fatigue, fever, body ache, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, dizziness-giddiness, tremor, sweating, cold, cough and injection site swelling
AEFIsite pain, headache, fatigue, myalgia, malaise, pyrexia, chills and arthralgia, nausea
AEFI Other

Paracetamol may be used to provide symptomatic relief from post-vaccination adverse reactions
Very rare events of demyelinating disorders have been reported following vaccination with this Vaccine without the causal relationship establishment
As with other intramuscular injections, COVISHIELD should be given with caution to individuals with thrombocytopenia

 


Any other instruction
Shake well, before use
Use of Chloroquine and Corticosteroids may impair antibody response.

Packaging details —

Packaging detailsDosesDimensionTotal Volume
COVISHIELDCOVAXINCOVISHIELDCOVAXINCOVISHIELDCOVAXIN
Primary

10

10

21.09 cm334.37 cm3
Secondary500320L-18.5 cm, W-9.5 cm, H- 6cmL-10 cm, W- 10cm, H-5.5 cm1053 cm3550 cm3
Teritiary3,0007680L-31 cm, W-19 cm, H- 13.3 cmL-41 cm, W-20 cm, H- 18cm7833 cm314760 cm3
Quaternary (A)*12,000Not ApplicableL-57.9 cm, W-46.4 cm, H- 37 cmNot Applicable99402 cm3Not Applicable
Quaternary (B)12,000Not ApplicableL-60 cm, W-48 cm, H- 41 cmNot Applicable1,18,080 cm3Not Applicable


Source: MoHFW