Government approves one-year extension to RBI Deputy Governor Rabi Sankar
The Indian government has extended the term of RBI Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar for one year, effective May 3, 2024. Sankar, who joined the Reserve Bank in 1990, has worked in various positions at the central bank, including Executive Director of the Reserve Bank and IMF Consultant. He has also served as Chairman of Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services (IFTAS), member of ReBIT Board of Directors, and IDRBT Governing Council. Key Points
Economic TimesTelangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan resigns ahead of Lok Sabha polls
Resignation comes in wake of reports that she may contest elections from Tamil Nadu. The BJP has released 267 nominees so far. Key Points
ThePrintDays after putting in resignation, Governor Banwari Lal Purohit announces tour of Punjab's border areas
A statement from Raj Bhavan said the Governor would embark on a ‘significant border visit’ from 20-23 February. This comes after he resigned from the post citing ‘personal reasons’. Key Points
ThePrintPunjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit resigns citing 'personal' reasons, had turbulent innings with Mann
83-year-old BJP leader from Nagpur is said to have met home minister Amit Shah before tendering resignation to President. His 2-year-plus tenure was marked by frequent clashes with the CM. Key Points
ThePrintFlashpoint in Raj Bhavan-Left ties as Kerala Governor wraps up policy speech in under 2 mins
Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan read out only last para of 61-page policy address prepared by Pinarayi govt. Assembly session concluded for day following dramatic turn of events. Key Points
ThePrint
‘Like a goat’s beard’ — KK Shah to RN Ravi, decades-old saga of DMK's dislike of governors
At a youth conference this month, DMK called for abolition of post of governor. The party’s dislike of the post transcends mere political differences & is rooted in its idea of federalism. Key Points
ThePrintHimachal bid for land to tribals near China-occupied Tibet stuck with governor, Congress protests
To give this land to tribals for cultivation, state requires Governor to suspend Forest (Conservation) Act. Matter pending 5 months with Raj Bhavan, which has sought 'clarifications'. Key Points
ThePrintCan't withhold assent & then refer to President — SC asks TN Governor to resolve impasse over bills
Governor R.N. Ravi initially withheld his assent to 10 bills but later referred them to the President after the legislative assembly passed them again without any amendments. Key Points
ThePrintGovernor out of station, pvt secy denied entry & more — How Kerala bills remained pending for months
In additional affidavit filed in top court, Kerala chief secretary gives details on how Arif Khan-Pinarayi Vijayan tussle played out. SC has sought reply from Centre, Raj Bhavan. Key Points
ThePrintSC seeks govt reply on Tamil Nadu plea accusing Governor of delaying bills
The Supreme Court has sought a response from the Indian government on a petition filed by the Tamil Nadu government against delays by the Governor in processing bills. The court has called the issues raised a "matter of serious concern." | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan Times
When is the third Republican US presidential debate and who are the candidates?
The third debate will take place in Miami. NBC News will host the event at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County and air it from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET (0100 to 0300 GMT Thursday). Florida is the home of former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who are running first and second in national opinion polls, respectively. Key Points
Economic Times‘Don’t change Governor, let him continue until 2024’: MK Stalin’s dig at PM
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has urged the continuation of Governor RN Ravi in his post until the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. He said the Governor's remarks would help strengthen DMK's election campaign. Key Points
India TodayBengaluru airport incident: AIX Connect removes manager from duty; senior airline officials apologise to K
AIX Connect has removed its airport manager from duty in Bangalore after an incident involving the Karnataka Governor last week. The source said that senior officials from the airline apologised to the Governor and outlined the actions taken since the incident occurred. Following a delay in reporting, a flight from Bangalore to Hyderabad took off without Thaawarchand Gehlot on board on 27 July, leading to a complaint at Bangalore airport police station. Key Points
Economic Times'Tamil Nadu Governor instigates communal hatred': CM Stalin tells President Murmu that RN Ravi is a threat to TN's peace
CM Stalin has written to President Murmu, accusing Governor R N Ravi of instigating communal hatred and being a threat to Tamil Nadu's peace. Stalin has called for Ravi's removal from office due to his alleged violation of the oath of office and his political bias. Key Points
mintDaily brief: RN Ravi not fit to be Governor, Stalin writes to President
Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times. | Latest News India Key Points
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Can a Governor dismiss a minister? Tamil Nadu row revives debate on discretionary powers
Ravi order to dismiss Senthil Balaji, now in abeyance, called 'unconstitutional'. SC previously held Governor must act on advice of council of ministers barring ‘exceptional circumstances’. Key Points
ThePrintGovernor Ravi rejects T.N. government’s request to shift portfolios
Tamil Nadu Governor Ravi rejects Chief Minister’s recommendation to reallocate the portfolios of V. Senthilbalaji to Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu and Housing Minister S. Muthusamy Key Points
The HinduWill not remain silent if there is a constitutional crisis, says West Bengal Governor
West Bengal Governor C. V. Ananda Bose on May 8 said he would not remain silent if there was a constitutional crisis in the State. Key Points
The HinduIf you nominate any Tom, Dick or Harry...: Senior DMK minister slams TN Guv amid row over bills
Senior DMK minister Durai Murugan slammed Tamil Nadu Governor TN Ravi, saying that if he wants, he can join the BJP. He said the institution of the Governor should be abolished. Key Points
India TodayIf Governor withholds nod, it means Bill is dead: Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi
Governor R.N. Ravi says if a Governor withholds assent to a Bill passed by the Assembly, it means the “Bill is dead Key Points
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Opposition VPP MLAs stage walkout as Governor addresses Meghalaya Assembly in Hindi
VPP president Ardent Basaiawmoit and three other party MLAs staged the walkout despite Speaker Thomas A. Sangma and Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma intervening Key Points
The HinduBengal Governor on improved ties with Mamata govt: ‘Raj Bhavan should be no-conflict zone’
Governor C V Ananda Bose says at the Idea Exchange event of The Indian Express, "I am happy this concept (walking the middle path) has been accepted by all the stakeholders in West Bengal, including the political strata..." Key Points
The Indian ExpressHeated exchanges between AAP, Congress during Punjab Governor address
When Governor Banwarilal Purohit began his address on the first day of the Budget session in Chandigarh, Congress leader Bajwa interrupted Mr. Purohit and said he should not use the phrase in his address. Key Points
The HinduWest Bengal Governor resolves imbroglio in Vice-Chancellor appointments
Amid indication of strain in ties, Governor C.V. Ananda Bose says relationship between the Raj Bhavan and the State Secretariat should be that of “constructive cooperation” Key Points
The HinduHave summoned Assembly, Punjab Governor tells Supreme Court amid tussle with AAP govt
A counsel for Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit told the Supreme Court on Tuesday that the Governor had summoned the Assembly for the budget session on March 3. The AAP government in Punjab had moved the Supreme Court after the Governor said he would seek legal advice over the summoning of the Assembly. Key Points
India Today
Tussle between Governor and Punjab govt over budget session reaches Supreme Court, hearing today
Punjab Governor Banwari Lal Purohit refused to summon the budget session over Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's "extremely derogatory and patently unconstitutional tweets". The Punjab government has approached the Supreme Court for directions to the Governor to summon the budget session, which is scheduled for March 3. Key Points
India TodayPunjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit refuses to summon Budget Session, but can he?
Purohit has said that before summoning the legislature he wants legal advice on CM Bhagwant Mann’s “derogatory” tweets. But, as per law, a Governor cannot refuse the request of the Cabinet to convene a sitting of the House for legislative purposes or for a CM to prove his majority. Key Points
The Indian Express