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India announces Padma Awards for 2026
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Ahead of Republic Day, the Indian government announced the Padma Awards for 2026, honouring contributors from diverse fields. Bollywood legend Dharmendra received the Padma Vibhushan posthumously, while neonatologist Dr Armida Fernandez was awarded the Padma Shri. These awards recognize excellence in social service, arts, science, and public affairs.
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested three officials accused of using forged academic certificates to earn a combined Ksh17.9 million in salaries. Two worked for the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company while the third was employed at Kaimosi Friends University.
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Waziri wa Utumishi wa Umma Geoffrey Ruku alishangaa wakati wa ziara yake Garissa Alhamisi asubuhi alipokuta afisi nyingi za serikali zimefungwa na watumishi hawapo kazini.
The Institut national des études territoriales (INET), which trains future local government executives in Strasbourg, shows persistent sociological homogeneity among its students. A CNFPT survey on promotions from 2015 to 2024 reveals only marginal changes in profiles, dominated by upper social categories. The administration pledges to address this issue.
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Minister Delegate David Amiel expressed his intent to relaunch discussions on public sector employees' pay at the New Year's ceremony of the Superior Council for Territorial Public Service on January 7, 2026. He aims for a productive 2026 for public servants, with prospective work on the sector's future concluding in autumn ahead of the 2027 presidential debates. This move addresses a major challenge in careers and remuneration, frequently mentioned but never realized by his predecessors.
The Chairman of the Police Service Commission has expressed profound grief over the passing of Chief Superintendent Matilda Ngbaronye, the Divisional Police Officer for Festac Division in Lagos. Ngbaronye, a 15-year veteran of the Nigeria Police Force, died on Friday. The PSC highlighted her dedication and commitment to service.
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The Public Service Commission has directed government institutions to prevent public officers from engaging in politics ahead of November by-elections. Officers wishing to contest must resign within seven days of vacancy declarations. Breaches could lead to suspension or termination.