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Sebi Chief Tuhin Pandey urges responsible conduct from Independent Directors after HDFC Bank exit

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Days after Atanu Chakraborty resigned as non-executive chairman of HDFC Bank, SEBI chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey spoke on the issue. He said independent directors must act carefully and avoid making remarks without proper proof.

Chakraborty had stepped down citing concerns about ethics and values. His resignation created uncertainty among investors and the bank’s stock saw a sharp fall.

Speaking to reporters after a SEBI board meeting, Pandey said independent directors have an important role. They are expected to protect the interests of minority shareholders.

He said any concern should be raised through proper channels. Directors should place their views before the board and ensure they are recorded in official minutes.

He also said that vague statements should be avoided. There should be clarity and responsibility in such matters.

Pandey said SEBI will look into the issue and examine all aspects. He added that independent directors play a key role in maintaining transparency and investor trust.

IAS Harikesh Meena appointed Director in Skill Development Ministry

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Harikesh Meena IAS

IAS Officer Harikesh Meena (IAS:2012:HP) has been appointed as Director in the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Delhi.

According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Monday (March 23, 2026), the competent authority has approved his appointment under the Central Staffing Scheme for a period of five years from the date of assuming charge of the post or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

He is currently serving in his cadre as Special Secretary in the Youth Services and Sports Department, Himachal Pradesh.

IAS Kinny Singh appointed as Deputy Secretary in Department of Pharmaceuticals

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Kinny Singh IAS

IAS officer Kinny Singh (IAS:2014:AGMUT), who was recommended for central deputation by the Ministry of Home Affairs, has been selected for appointment as Deputy Secretary in the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Delhi.

According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Monday (March 23, 2026), her appointment has been made for a period of four years from the date of assuming charge of the post or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

She is currently serving in the Delhi government as Member (Administration), Delhi Jal Board.

Centre appoints four IAS officers as DCO/DCR in states

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The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) on Monday (March 23, 2026) approved the proposal of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to appoint four IAS officers as Directors of Census Operations (DCO) and Directors of Citizen Registration (DCR) in different states.

Ranjita (IAS:2013:BH) has been appointed as Director of Census Operations/Director of Citizen Registration (Deputy Secretary level) in Bihar for a period of three years.

Vinod P. Kavle (IAS:2008:AGMUT) has been appointed as Director of Census Operations/Director of Citizen Registration in Mizoram at the Director level on an additional charge basis for a period of three years.

Sanjeev Shrivastava (IAS:2011:MP) has been appointed as Director of Census Operations/Director of Citizen Registration in Madhya Pradesh at the Director level for a period of three years.

Ramachandran R (IAS:2012:KN) has been appointed as Director of Census Operations/Director of Citizen Registration in Karnataka at the Director level for a period of three years.

Vikram Kesharee Pradhan’s tenure in Food Processing Ministry curtailed

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Indian Forest Service

The central deputation tenure of Vikram Kesharee Pradhan (IFoS:2010:RJ) as Director in the Ministry of Food Processing Industries has been curtailed.

According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Friday (March 20, 2026), the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the proposal for curtailment of his deputation tenure under the Central Staffing Scheme.

Pradhan was appointed to the post in the last week of August 2022 for four years and joined in September 2022. His tenure was originally scheduled to continue till September 2026.

OSD to Ashwini Vaishnaw Abhas Katra Singh repatriated to cadre

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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Abhas Katra Singh (IPoS:2012), who was serving as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has been prematurely repatriated to his parent cadre.

According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Friday (March 20, 2026), the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved his repatriation on personal grounds, along with an extended cooling-off provision.

Singh had assumed charge as OSD in the last week of July 2024. His tenure was originally scheduled to continue till September 2026.

However, he has now been relieved prematurely and sent back to his parent cadre.

Anu Kukreja repatriated to parent cadre from MHA

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Anu Kukreja (ICoAS:2009), who was serving as Director in the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has been prematurely repatriated to her parent cadre.

According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Friday (March 20, 2026), the competent authority has approved her premature repatriation with an extended cooling-off provision.

Kukreja had joined the MHA in October 2023 after being laterally shifted from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), where she was serving as Director (Finance) since April 2021.

She was initially appointed in NDMA for a period of four years. However, following her transfer to MHA, her overall central deputation tenure was scheduled to continue till December 31, 2026.

Ram Dayal Meena to continue in MHA as Director till 2028

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Ministry of Home Affairs

The central deputation tenure of Ram Dayal Meena (IOFS:2004) as Director in the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has been extended by two years. According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Friday (March 20, 2026), the Appointment Committee of the Cabinet has approved the proposal of MHA to extend his tenure for a period of two years beyond August 30, 2026 and up to August 30, 2028 or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

Rasaal Dwivedi’s tenure as PS to Hardeep Puri extended till September 2026

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Rasaal Dwivedi IRS

The central deputation tenure of Rasaal Dwivedi (IRS-C&IT:2011) as Private Secretary to Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri has been extended by six months.

According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Friday (March 20, 2026), the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the proposal of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas to extend his tenure beyond March 15, 2026, up to September 15, 2026.

The extension will be on a co-terminus basis with the Minister or till he ceases to function as Private Secretary to the Minister, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

PESB recommends Sajo KF as Director (Technical) of FACT

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The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has recommended Sajo KF for appointment as Director (Technical) of The Fertilisers And Chemicals Travancore Limited (FACT). The recommendation was made following interviews conducted by the board on March 23, 2026.

Sajo KF is currently serving as Chief General Manager ( FEDO/ FEW), FACY. His name will now be forwarded to the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) for final approval, subject to vigilance clearance and completion of other prescribed formalities.

The post will fall vacant on June 1, 2026, following the superannuation of Dr Jayachandran K, who has been serving as Director (Technical) since March 2023.

The following 7 applicants were interviewed in the selection meeting :

  1. Sajo KF, Chief General Manager ( FEDO/ FEW), The Fertilisers And Chemicals Travancore Limited (Fact)
  2. RS Prasad, General Manager, Bina, Madhya Pradesh, Engineers India Limited
  3. Chellapandian M, Deputy General Manager, Chennai, Engineers India Limited
  4. Anand Maruti Malak, Additional General Manager AGM(O&M), NTPC Limited
  5. Lakshmi Pathi Bojja, General Manager (CSR), Indian Oil Corporation Limited
  6. Vivek Kumar, Executive Director Place – CCI Corporate Office, New Delhi & CCI Tandur, Telangana, Cement Corporation Of India Limited
  7. Shashidhar Nimbakkanavar, Chief General Manager, NMDC Limited

Also Read: PESB begins selection process for Director (Technical) post in FACT

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