Appointments

Pankaj Tripathi Appointed Festival Ambassador for Arunachal Rang Mahotsav 2024

In a remarkable recognition of his contribution to Indian cinema and the performing arts, acclaimed actor Pankaj Tripathi has been appointed as the festival ambassador for the Arunachal Rang Mahotsav 2024, a prestigious international theatre festival. This marks a significant...

Mithali Raj Appointed Mentor for ACA Women’s Cricket Operations

Mithali Raj, the former captain of India’s women’s cricket team, has been appointed as the mentor for Women's Cricket Operations by the Andhra Cricket Association (ACA). In her new role, she will focus on scouting and nurturing young cricket talent...

Government Appoints K Sanjay Murthy as Next CAG

The government has announced the appointment of K Sanjay Murthy as the next Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India. A 1989-batch IAS officer of the Himachal Pradesh cadre, Murthy will succeed Girish Chandra Murmu. Currently serving as the Secretary...

Valdecy Urquiza Elected New Secretary General of Interpol

Brazilian Federal Police Commissioner Valdecy Urquiza has been elected as the new Secretary General of Interpol at the organization’s 92nd General Assembly, held in Glasgow, Scotland, from November 4 to 7, 2024. Urquiza will take over the role from the...

Harbhajan & Sania Mirza Named Dubai Sports Council Ambassadors

The Dubai Sports Council has appointed four global sports icons as its Sports Ambassadors, including former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh and renowned tennis player Sania Mirza. This initiative aims to enhance Dubai's reputation as a global sports destination and strengthen...

Professional Golf Tour of India Welcomes Amandeep Johl as CEO

The Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) announced that Amandeep Johl will take over as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) starting January 2025. A well-respected figure in Indian golf, Johl brings a wealth of experience to his leadership role....

Indian Oil Welcomes Arvindar Singh Sahney as New Chairman

Arvindar Singh Sahney has been appointed as the new chairman of Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), the nation’s largest oil firm, as per an order from the petroleum ministry on 13th November. Sahney, 54, currently serves as the Executive Director of...

NEHHDC Announces Mara Kocho as Incoming Managing Director

Mara Kocho has been recommended as the next Managing Director (MD) of the North Eastern Handicrafts & Handlooms Development Corporation Limited (NEHHDC), a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER). His appointment was approved...

Sonu Sood Appointed as Brand Ambassador and Honourary Tourism Advisor for Thailand

Sonu Sood, the celebrated actor, humanitarian, and philanthropist, has taken on an exciting new role as the Brand Ambassador and Honorary Tourism Advisor for Thailand. Widely recognized for his philanthropy, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, this appointment adds another feather...

Justice Sanjiv Khanna Sworn in as 51st Chief Justice of India

On November 11, 2024, Justice Sanjiv Khanna was sworn in as the 51st Chief Justice of India, succeeding Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, whose tenure ended on November 10, 2024. Justice Khanna's appointment follows the recommendation of Justice Chandrachud and is officially...