ICRISAT Announces Dr. Himanshu Pathak as New Director General: The Governing Board of the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has announced the appointment of Dr. Himanshu Pathak as the Director General-designate of the esteemed institute. The announcement was made by Governing Board Chair Professor Prabhu Pingali during an all-staff event held […]
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JP Morgan Chase India Appoints Pranav Chawda as New CEO
JP Morgan Chase India Appoints Pranav Chawda as New CEO: Pranav Chawda has been appointed as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of JP Morgan Chase India for a term of three years. Previously heading the commercial banking unit of the US-based JP Morgan, Chawda’s appointment comes after receiving the necessary approval from the Reserve […]
Delhi Government Establishes Special Courts for People with Disabilities
Delhi Government Establishes Special Courts for People with Disabilities: The Delhi government, led by Chief Minister Atishi, has approved the establishment of special courts dedicated to people with disabilities. This initiative aims to provide fair and swift justice by designing court environments that cater specifically to the needs of individuals with disabilities.
Justice Yahya Afridi Selected as Pakistan’s Next Chief Justice Amid Political Unrest
Justice Yahya Afridi Selected as Pakistan’s Next Chief Justice Amid Political Unrest: A special parliamentary committee in Pakistan has appointed Justice Yahya Afridi as the next Chief Justice, bypassing the traditional seniority principle. This decision follows the 26th Constitutional Amendment, which granted the committee the authority to appoint the top judge, replacing the seniority-based elevation […]
Vikram Dev Dutt Takes Charge as Coal Secretary
Vikram Dev Dutt Takes Charge as Coal Secretary: Vikram Dev Dutt, a 1993-batch IAS officer from the AGMUT cadre, has officially assumed the role of Coal Secretary. Previously serving as the Director General of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Dutt takes over from VL Kantha Rao, who held the additional charge after Amrit […]
India’s President visited Malawi and Mauritania
India’s President visited Malawi and Mauritania: This is the first-ever visit by an Indian President to Malawi and Mauritania. India is the 4th largest trading partner of Malawi with bilateral trade of USD 256.41 million in 2021-22. India’s investment in Malawi stands over USD 500 million. Malawi (formerly known as Nyasaland) is a landlocked country […]
New Justice Statute
New Justice Statute: The Lady Justice statue was unveiled at the Supreme Court, on the directions of the Chief Justice of India. The statue was without the blindfold, and with the Constitution held in place of the sword, signifying that the law in India is both informed and not driven by retribution. Lady Justice is […]
NHRC Concludes National Conference, Advocates for Older Persons’ Rights
NHRC Concludes National Conference, Advocates for Older Persons’ Rights: On its 31st Foundation Day, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) organized a day-long national conference on the “Rights of Older Persons” at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. During the keynote address, Acting Chairperson Smt. Vijaya Bharathi Sayani emphasized the invaluable role of elders as the architects […]
Abhyuday Jindal, President of Indian Chamber of Commerce
Abhyuday Jindal, President of Indian Chamber of Commerce: Abhyuday Jindal has been named the new President of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), taking over from Ameya Prabhu. This change in leadership is important for the ICC, as it reflects the ongoing transformation of business leadership in India.
Nayab Saini Sworn in as Haryana CM, BJP Wins Third Term
Nayab Saini Sworn in as Haryana CM, BJP Wins Third Term: Nayab Singh Saini was sworn in as Haryana’s Chief Minister for the second time, marking BJP’s third consecutive term in power in the state. Governor Bandaru Dattatreya administered the oath at a ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers, and NDA leaders.
