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HDFC Bank CEO Jagdishan’s refusal to overhaul bank fueled surprise exit as chairman pushed for changes

HDFC Bank CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan will depart after his term ends next month. New chairman Rajiv Kumar sought aggressive changes and executive replacements. Jagdishan resisted some proposals and decided not to seek reappointment. The bank now faces a swift search for a new leader. This departure adds to recent turmoil…

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More dialogue needed between youth & policymakers as AI creating uncertainty about jobs: Ex - NITI Aayog VC

Former NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Rajiv Kumar urged policymakers to engage with India's youth. He highlighted youth frustration over job prospects due to Artificial Intelligence advancements. Kumar stressed India must grow above eight percent to achieve upper-middle-income status. He advocated for state-specific export policies to boost manufacturing and employment. Strengthening…

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Ex NITI Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar got attracted to Naxal ideology as student, hung Che's poster in room: New book

Kumar, as per the book, got attracted to the Communist Party of India (CPI) (Marxist-Leninist) when he was a student of Delhi's prestigious St. Stephen's College but now considers present day Naxalism as the "most pernicious and dishonest impact" on Indian youths which has perhaps "set back India's political and…

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HDFC Bank gets RBI nod to appoint Rajiv Kumar as part-time chairman

HDFC Bank received RBI approval for Rajiv Kumar's appointment as part-time chairman. His three-year term as chairman will begin on July 15, 2026. This appointment follows the bank's application and an earlier intimation to the regulator. The bank thanked Keki Mistry for his service as interim chairman. Mistry will continue…

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HDFC Bank MD: Chakraborty's abrupt exit a 'challenging event' that raised governance questions

HDFC Bank MD Sashidhar Jagdishan addressed chairman Atanu Chakraborty's resignation and governance questions. External law firms reviewed Chakraborty's statement, finding it unsubstantiated by records and interviews. The bank welcomed new chairman Rajiv Kumar, noting his financial sector reform experience. Jagdishan assured shareholders of the bank's commitment to strong corporate governance…

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HDFC Bank shares down 20% in 2026 so far. Time to buy as the governance cloud clears up?

HDFC Bank shares have plunged 20% this year amid governance concerns, sparked by a former chairman's resignation. The bank has since appointed a new part-time chairman and key financial officers. While leadership is strengthening and operations are improving, analysts advise caution against trying to time the bottom, suggesting other banks…

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HDFC Bank shares in focus as lender appoints ex-finance secretary Rajiv Kumar as part-time chairman

HDFC Bank has appointed former IAS officer and ex-Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar as its Part-time Chairman, following Atanu Chakraborty's abrupt resignation over ethical concerns. Kumar, known for his role in cleaning up public sector bank balance sheets, will serve a three-year term subject to RBI approval. The bank also…

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Stocks in news: Bajaj Auto, ZEE, BPCL, HDFC Bank, HUL, Tata Motors CV

Indian markets saw a subdued trading session on Monday, with key indices declining due to mixed global signals and profit-taking. Several prominent companies like Bajaj Auto, ZEEL, BPCL, HDFC Bank, and HUL are in focus today due to significant corporate developments. These include share buybacks, foreign investments, leadership appointments, and…

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HDFC Bank appoints former financial services secretary Rajiv Kumar as new Non-Executive Chairman

HDFC Bank has appointed former IAS officer and ex-Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar as its Part-time (Non-Executive) Chairman. The bank's board approved his appointment as an Additional (Independent) Director for four years, effective June 30, 2026. Kumar's three-year term as Chairman awaits RBI approval, with shareholder consent also needed for…

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DS Group to hike investment in hospitality segment to Rs 1,500 cr: Vice-Chairman Rajiv Kumar

DS Group is boosting its hospitality investment to Rs 1,500 crore. The conglomerate plans to double its room count ahead of its 2029 target. New projects include a W Hotels property in Delhi. DS Group is also exploring acquisitions and expansion in Northeast India. This move reflects significant growth potential…

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AI to bring more jobs; Indian engineers must focus on collaboration: Microsoft's Rajiv Kumar

Indian engineers should embrace Artificial Intelligence, as it's expected to create more opportunities than disrupt jobs. A senior Microsoft India executive emphasized that continuous learning and adaptability are crucial, with a significant portion of the workforce needing upskilling by 2030. New roles are emerging, and employers are prioritizing skills-based hiring,…

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UP: Father murdered 4 children in Shahjahanpur, hanged himself; Why and how...

At the time of the incident, the wife was not at home and had gone to her maternal place. Read further on Dynamite News:

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ECI to organise conference of Chief Electoral Officers of States & UTs

The ECI will organise a conference of Chief Electoral Officers of States and Union Territories on March 4-5 at the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management in New Delhi. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Know all about new CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Previously, he has served as the Secretary in the Ministry of Cooperation before being appointed as the election commissioner. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Gyanesh Kumar takes charge as Chief Election Commissioner

Gyanesh Kumar, a 1998 Kerala Cadre officer of the Indian Administrative services, replaced Rajiv Kumar. Read further on Dynamite News:

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'Disrespectful, discourteous': Rahul Gandhi on CEC appointment; Details here...

The Government appointed Gyanesh Kumar as the new CEC, to succeed Rajiv Kumar on Monday February 17. Must follow the story on Dynamite News:

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PM Modi-led panel to announce new Election Commissioner on this date

Current Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar is set to retire on Feb 18. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Delhi Polls: Kejriwal targets EC of surrendering to BJP... Details hear

These remarks came after the Aam Aadmi Party on Sunday alleged that the party's van was attacked and vandalised by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the attack took place in the presence of Delhi police who did not give adequate protection to AAP. Read further on Dynamite News:

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ECI to host conference of Election Management bodies on January 23, 24

The conference is scheduled following an extraordinarily eventful year, when more than 70 countries with nearly half the world population went to polls. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Dead man’s body returned to family with eye missing in India

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ECI chief calls early results trend ‘nonsense’, asks if it is to justify exit polls

“On the counting day, results start coming in from 8.05 am, which is nonsense…counting begins at 8.30 am,” said chief election commissioner Rajiv Kumar, hinting at the early trends announced on TV news channels on the election results day. “There is no scientific basis for it.”

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Indian Kashmir headed for polls after a decade of turmoil and direct rule

India will hold the first legislative elections in a decade in the restive region of Kashmir, which lost its semi-autonomy and came under direct federal rule in 2019.

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Indian-administered Kashmir To Hold First Local Polls In A Decade

Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir will hold local elections for the first time in a decade, the head of the electoral commission said Friday, after polls were stalled in the disputed region following New Delhi's imposition of direct rule in 2019.

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Assembly Election 2024: Haryana goes to polls on 1 Oct; Vote count on 4 Oct

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday announced the election dates of the 90-member assembly in Haryana. Read further on Dynamite News:

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ECI to announce schedule for Assembly elections today

The Election Commission of India (ECI) will announce the schedule for assembly elections on Friday at around 3 pm. Elections are due in Haryana, and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Read Further on Dynamite News:

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