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Mint
a day ago
- Sport
- Mint
Rinku Singh set to be appointed as Basic Education Officer in Uttar Pradesh; What's BSA? Know eligibility, salary & more
Indian cricketer Rinku Singh is set to be appointed as a Basic Education Officer (BSA) in Uttar Pradesh. The development comes in after Rinku got engaged with Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj recently. Based on a Dainik Jagran report, a notification has already been issues by the Director of Basic Education in the state with his paperwork underway. The appointment of Rinku as a BSA is a reward to his contributions to cricket over the last few years. After grabbing the limelight in IPL 2023 for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Rinku went on to represent the Indian team. He was also a part of the Indian team that won gold medal at the Asia Games in Hangzhou, China. Notably, the position of BSA is solely reserved for athletes who have made the country proud at the international level. Rinku's appointment also aligns with the state's policy to include individuals from sports into public service roles. However, his appointment has raised a few eyebrows, especially in regards to his educational qualification. According to a ETV Bharat report, Rinku failed in the ninth grade and didn't study after that. Instead he gave his all for cricket. A BSA acts as a government's representative in the area of basic education and works as a district level. It is a Group B (Gazetted) post and is common in all the state governments. Candidates, who fall in the age bracket of 21 to 40 years in the year of examination, are eligible for the post of a BSA. The basic education required for the post of BSA is graduation in any discipline from any recognised university or institution. The candidates for the post of a BSA are selected by State Public Service Commission (State PSCs) of the concerned state. Despite not having educational qualification by his side, Rinku was appointed as a BSA on under the International Medal Winner Direct Recruitment Rules 2022. Rinku's involvement in the gold medal-winning triumphant Indian cricket team at the 2022 Asian Games, makes him eligible under the scheme. According to a News18 report, Rinku might draw a salary of around ₹ 56000 per month, which may increase with experience and annual increments. Additionally, he will receive 46% Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Travel Allowance, and several other benefits.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Investigative agencies summoning lawyers violates the lawyer-client privilege
Written by Shailee Basu The Supreme Court's initiation of suo motu proceedings concerning investigating agencies directly summoning lawyers marks a critical juncture in the ongoing tension between investigative autonomy and the independence of the legal profession. This development, prompted by the Gujarat Police summoning a lawyer representing a client, follows another controversial incident: The Enforcement Directorate (ED)'s summons issued to Senior Advocates Arvind Datar and Pratap Venugopal, relating to their advisory services on Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs) of Care Health Insurance. The SC's cognisance of these incidents underscores a growing concern. Unchecked investigative authority risks compromising judicial fairness and undermining fundamental principles of criminal justice. Lawyer-Client privilege: A constitutional safeguard This issue raises many questions about lawyer-client privilege and the independence of legal counsel that underpin fair trial rights and are embedded within Article 22(1) of the Constitution. The SC, recognising the gravity of the issue, observed that allowing agencies to directly summon defence counsel or legal advisors merely for rendering professional services would 'seriously undermine the autonomy of the legal profession' and pose a threat to 'the independence of the administration of justice.' Lawyer-client privilege is neither novel nor peculiar to Indian jurisprudence. It is a universally accepted safeguard embedded in common law traditions. In India, it is statutorily codified in Section 132 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA), the successor to Section 126 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. This provision unequivocally protects confidential communications between lawyers and clients from compelled disclosure without the client's consent. In State of Punjab vs Sodhi Sukhdev Singh (1961), the SC affirmed the sanctity of this privilege, holding that confidentiality between a lawyer and client is essential to effective legal representation and the fair administration of justice. Breaching this confidentiality undermines not only professional integrity but also erodes public confidence in the impartiality of the legal system. Investigative powers and statutory limits Investigating agencies, empowered under various statutes, do possess broad discretionary powers. However, these powers must be exercised within clearly defined legal and constitutional limits. The ED's summons, withdrawn after strong objections from Bar associations across the country, highlighted the dangers of unconstrained investigative discretion. The agency subsequently issued a circular advising its officers not to issue summons in violation of Section 132 of the BSA, implicitly acknowledging the earlier overreach. It is essential to distinguish between legitimate legal representation and active complicity in criminal conduct. To collapse this distinction would impact the willingness of lawyers to represent clients in politically sensitive and high-stakes matters, thereby impairing access to justice. The imperative for judicial oversight In this context, the SC's intervention is both necessary and timely. Investigations that seek to implicate lawyers beyond their professional roles must be subjected to judicial oversight. Such oversight, ideally at the level of a magistrate or special judge, must require a detailed, reasoned order that explains why legal privilege does not apply, as and when a lawyer is summoned. Additionally, notifying the relevant Bar Council or association would provide an institutional safeguard, consistent with international best practices. Global jurisprudence strongly supports such oversight. In the United Kingdom, investigative actions involving lawyers, such as searches and seizures, require prior judicial authorisation under Section 8 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE). Likewise, the European Court of Human Rights in Niemietz vs Germany (1992) held that law offices are entitled to heightened protection, adding that unrestricted searches threaten both legal professional privilege and the integrity of the justice system. Rule of law and fair trial The risk of investigative excess is especially acute in politically charged or complex corporate matters. The recent episodes involving Senior Advocates Datar and Venugopal illustrate how easily legal advice can be misconstrued as complicity, thereby turning investigative mechanisms into tools for intimidation or retribution. When the state's investigative powers operate without clearly articulated limits, they risk becoming instruments of coercion rather than instruments of justice. Lawyers, like all citizens, are not above the law. But accountability must be balanced by institutional safeguards that protect the lawyer's role as a facilitator of justice. The SC's intervention is not simply about defending a professional class; it is about reaffirming the constitutional architecture of legal representation: Rule of law and a fair trial. The writer is a lawyer and Research Fellow with the Crime & Punishment team at Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy. Views are personal
News18
a day ago
- Sport
- News18
Who Are Basic Education Officers? What's Their Salary? FAQ As UP Offers Job To Batter Rinku Singh
Rinku Singh could get an initial monthly salary ranging from Rs 70,000 to Rs 90,000. He will also receive several benefits, including govt accommodation, pension, gratuity, etc. International cricketer Rinku Singh, recently engaged to Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj, is set to begin a new chapter in the Uttar Pradesh government's education department. The state government is in the process of appointing him as the District Basic Education Officer (BSA) under the International Medalist Direct Recruitment Rules-2022. The Director of Basic Education has issued a letter regarding this, sources confirmed on Thursday. Singh's appointment aligns with a state policy aimed at providing government jobs to internationally renowned athletes. He will take on the Group-A gazetted post of BSA in the Uttar Pradesh government, a significant and responsible role within the education department. This position, classified under Pay Matrix Level-10 of the 7th Pay Commission, offers an attractive starting salary and allowances. To qualify, candidates must have a graduate degree from a recognised university and be between 21 and 40 years old at the time of examination, with age relaxations for reserved categories as per government regulations. BSA Selection Process The selection process includes three phases: Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination, and an Interview. The Main Written Exam covers subjects like General Hindi, General English, and General Knowledge, along with optional subjects. The BSA salary starts at Rs 56,100 per month, which increases with experience and annual increments, potentially reaching up to Rs 1,77,500. Additional allowances include a 46% Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance depending on the city, Travel Allowance, and other benefits like medical and children's education allowances. The initial monthly salary for a BSA ranges from Rs 70,000 to Rs 90,000, depending on the city and HRA, with increases over time. BSAs also receive several benefits, including government accommodation, free medical treatment, pension and gratuity under the New Pension Scheme, paid leave, travel facilities, and other perks. Born on October 12, 1997, in Aligarh, Rinku Singh comes from a modest background. His father worked as a gas cylinder delivery man. Due to financial challenges, Singh studied only up to the ninth grade before turning his attention to cricket. He made his IPL debut with Kings XI Punjab in 2017 and has been playing for KKR since 2018. His accomplishments in cricket, including his T20I debut against Ireland in 2023 and an impressive performance for KKR in IPL 2023, qualified him for the BSA job.
Daily Tribune
a day ago
- Science
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain takes part in global space forum
His Excellency Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Al Asiri, Chief Executive Officer of the Bahrain Space Agency (BSA), has participated in the inaugural session of the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) Congress Technical Committee Seminar Series. The seminar, launched by the IAF's Workforce Development and Young Professionals Committee, was organised by the Space Propulsion Committee and focused on the latest global advancements in space propulsion technologies. The technical seminar brought together leading experts and institutions from around the world to explore emerging trends in spacecraft propulsion and the vital role of the next generation in advancing this strategic field. Commenting on Bahrain's participation, Dr. Al Asiri said, 'The seminar featured discussions by 10 international experts from major space agencies and renowned academic institutions. Topics included cutting-edge advancements in electric and chemical propulsion systems, strategies to enhance spacecraft launch efficiency, and global initiatives in research and development aimed at setting international standards for the space industry.' He said the seminar addressed youth empowerment, highlighting initiatives to integrate young professionals into the innovation ecosystem.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Rinku Singh To Join Uttar Pradesh Education Department As Officer Ahead Of Wedding: Report
Indian cricket team batter Rinku Singh is likely to join the Uttar Pradesh basic education department as an officer, according to a report by Times of India. The report claimed that the Yogi Adityanath government has started the process to appoint him District Basic Education Officer (BSA). A highly-placed source told Times of India that an order regarding the appointment has already been issued and the basic education department has also started their preparations. The appointment was made official under the International Medal Winner Direct Recruitment Rules 2022 which honours athletes who have achieved exceptional feats for the country. Such athletes are awarded positions in government services. Meanwhile, Rinku Singh and Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj's wedding, which was scheduled to take place on November 19, has now been reportedly postponed. The couple got engaged in a grand ceremony in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow, earlier this month, where many big faces were in attendance. Some notable guests included the likes of SP president and former UP Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav, actress Jaya Bachchan, and even Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar. The couple also shared multiple pictures from ceremony on their social media handles. According to a report by Amar Ujala newspaper, the wedding between Rinku and Priya has been postponed due to the former's cricket commitments in November. The newspaper cited the family members of couple as the source and stated that the wedding will now take place in February 2026 and the exact date will be revealed soon. "The family had booked Taj Hotel, Varanasi for Rinku and Priya's wedding on November 19, 2025. However, Rinku's commitments for the Indian cricket team forced them to postpone the wedding," stated the report. "The hotel has now been booked for February end but the exact date is not confirmed yet," stated further.
