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 TimesRBI deputy Guv Michael Debabrata Patra gets 1 year extension
New Delhi, Jan 12 (PTI) The Centre on Friday extended the tenure of RBI deputy Governor Michael Debabrata Patra by one more year. The current tenure of Patra is to end on January 14. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved Patra’s re-appointment as the RBI’s deputy Governor […] Key Points
ThePrintHimachal BJP MLAs drop plea against appointment of Dy CM days after party names 6 deputies in 3 states
BJP had questioned deputy CM’s appointment saying his oath violated constitutional provisions. Its petition challenging appointment of chief parliamentary secretaries is still in court. Key Points
ThePrintIncreasing instances of deputy Chief Ministers & their role in balancing equations
The post of deputy Chief Minister is gaining prominence in Indian state governments, even though it is not mentioned in the Constitution. Across 14 states, there are currently 24 deputy Chief Ministers, the highest number at a single time. The rationale behind appointing deputy CMs varies, with some states using the position for caste and community balancing, while others do so for coalition government dynamics. Key Points
Economic TimesCabinet secretary-led panel to interview five candidates for RBI deputy governor's post on June 1
According to sources, five candidates have been shortlisted, including a non-executive chairman of a public sector bank. The Financial Sector Regulatory Appointment Search Committee (FSRASC) headed by Cabinet Secretary would interview candidates in Delhi, the sources said. Key Points
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Centre calls applications for deputy governor post at RBI
The salary for this position is fixed at Rs 2.25 lakh per month. Key Points
FinancialexpressAs UP Assembly goes on without deputy Speaker, recalling a 1957 experiment
The Congress and the Opposition were at odds over the deputy Speaker’s post in the first Assembly. Five years later, Socialist Party’s Ram Narain Tripathi became the first Opposition leader to become the deputy Speaker. Key Points
The Indian ExpressHaryana unrest could've been foiled; Mewat people fought Mughals: Dy CM
Haryana's Mewat is being called 'Mini Pakistan' on social media after the two-day violence. deputy CM Dushyant Chautala spoke against the name-calling. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesKarnataka govt formation Live Updates: Siddararamaiah, DK Shivakumar leave for Delhi to discuss Cabinet formation amid oath-taking preps
Karnataka government formation Live Updates: A meeting of the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) formally elected Siddaramaiah as its leader and Chief Minister of Karnataka and DK Shivakumar as his deputy, putting an end to the four-day-long impasse over the government formation in the state. Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar met Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot and staked their claim to form the government. The duo will be sworn-in in a mega event in Bengaluru on May 20. Stay tuned with indiatoday.in for updates. Key Points
India TodaySacked '7-10 days earlier', former driver of senior Karnataka geologist arrested for 'murder'
Deputy director in Karnataka's mines and geology department, Prathima KS was allegedly 'stabbed' Saturday night. Her lifeless body was discovered by her elder brother Sunday morning. Key Points
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Afternoon brief: Sanjay Raut jabs Maha CM, dy CM over Ayodhya visit
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
Hindustan TimesViolence continues after clashes during Ram temple rally in Mumbai
Communal violence erupted for a second day in Mumbai's Mira Road following the Ram Mandir inauguration, with clashes captured in a viral video. The incident stemmed from a dispute near the Naya Nagar area, prompting an investigation by deputy Commissioner of Police, Jayant Bajbale. An independent news outlet shared the video, revealing attacks on an auto-rickshaw and other community establishments. Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, issued a stern warning, resulting in arrests and the demolition of illegal structures. The government, deploying bulldozers, takes a zero-tolerance approach to maintain law and order amidst ongoing investigations. Key Points
Economic TimesChhattisgarh: Congress appoints TS Singh Deo as deputy CM ahead of assembly polls
In a tweet, Congress general secretary KC Venugopal said: "INC President Mallikarjun Kharge has approved the proposal for appointment of TS Singh Deo as the deputy Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh. He is a loyal Congress leader and an able administrator. The state will benefit greatly from his services as deputy CM." Key Points
Business Today'Shiva in my name, don't...': DK Shivakumar on BJP's call for holiday on Jan 22
"Siddaramaiah has Rama in his name, I have Shiva in my name. Nobody has to teach us anything or pressurise us," Karnataka deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said while responding to BJP's call for public holiday in the state on January 22 for Ram Temple inauguration. Key Points
India TodayBlast in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan kills 11 during funeral of deputy governor
Afghanistan: Islamic State militants claimed responsibility for a car bomb. The Taliban administration has been carrying out raids against members of the radical outfit, which has claimed several major attacks in urban centres. Key Points
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Shahpur MLA Kewal Pathania to be deputy chief whip
But on Thursday, assembly secretary Yashpal Sharma issued another notification in which it has been clarified that Kewal Pathania has been appointed as government deputy chief whip. The post of government chief whip is of cabinet rank and deputy chief whip is of the rank of minister of state. Key Points
Hindustan TimesHow upper castes, OBCs and SCs/STs share the power pie in three heartland states swept by BJP in 2023
33 of 48 cabinet ministers in Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh and MP are from general and OBC groups. Ten among the remaining 15 are from STs, while five are from SCs. Key Points
ThePrintBJP's Manoj Sonkar trounces AAP-Congress joint candidate in Chandigarh mayoral polls
Councillors of INDIA bloc parties AAP and Congress protested as soon as the results were announced. Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP of 'cheating.' Key Points
ThePrintManipur violence: Mob attacks DC office in Imphal West; two vehicles torched
Violent protests in Manipur continue following the death of two youths, with a mob vandalizing the deputy commissioner's office and setting fire to two vehicles. The protests, led by students, started after photos of the bodies of the missing youths went viral on social media. Security forces clashed with protesters and fired tear gas shells to control the situation. Curfew has been re-imposed in Imphal East and West districts, and 65 demonstrators have been injured since Tuesday. Key Points
Economic TimesNot right to blame expressway’s construction quality: Fadnavis on Maharashtra bus accident
As many as 33 people were on the bus when it caught fire on the Mumbai-Nagpur expressway around 2 am on Saturday. Twenty-six of them died while seven were injured. deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis said DNA testing will be conducted to identify some of the deceased. Key Points
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India central bank deputy calls for better risk management, governance at banks
The Reserve Bank of India has urged Indian banks to adopt effective risk management practices and strengthen their governance standards in order to avoid financial instability. MK Jain, a deputy governor of the bank, emphasised that competent and independent boards that oversee management are key to ensuring effective governance, as is taking a long-term view of one's business and considering the impact of decisions on financial health, reputation, and broader social and environmental factors. Key Points
Economic TimesAmid talks of YSR Telangana Party-Congress alliance, Y.S. Sharmila meets D.K. Shivakumar in Karnataka
YSR Telangana party chief Y.S. Sharmila on May 29, 2023 met with Karnataka deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar at his residence in Bengaluru Key Points
The HinduKarnataka CM Race: Siddaramaiah to be the next chief minister and DK Shivakumar to take oath as deputy CM; Details here
Karnataka CM Race: The decision has been reached. Mass leader Siddaramaiah will be the net chief minister of Karnataka for 2.5 years. DK Shivakumar will be sworn in as deputy CM for 2.5 years and will takeover as CM post that. Key Points
mintGovt invites application for RBI deputy governor post
Traditionally, one of the four deputy governors is from the public sector banking industry. If the government decides to appoint someone from the private sector, it would be a first for the Reserve Bank of India. Key Points
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