CVC
Praveen Kumar Srivastava Becomes New CVC
In a significant development, Praveen Kumar Srivastava has assumed the esteemed position of Central Vigilance Commissioner (CVC) in a ceremony attended by prominent dignitaries. Transition from Acting CVC Prior to assuming the role of Central Vigilance Commissioner, Praveen Kumar Srivastava ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
Retired IAS Officer Sanjay Kothari appointed as Central Vigilance Commissioner
On April 25, 2020, retired IAS officer Sanjay Kothari was sworn in as the Central Vigilance Commissioner (CVC) at Rashtrapati Bhavan. He was sworn in by President Ram Nath Kovind. Highlights Mr Kothari acted as the secretary to the President ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2020
President’s Secretary Sanjay Kothari named the next CVC by PM led panel
The appointment of the CVC (Chief Vigilance Commissioner) was criticized throughout India as the new appointee was a part of the Search Committee. After the wide criticization, President Secretary Sanjay Kothari has now been recommended by the PM led panel. ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2020
Vigilance Awareness Week
Last week of October is observed as Vigilance Awareness Week under the aegis of Central Vigilance Commission (CVC). This year, the week falls from 28th October, 2019 to 2nd November, 2019. Theme: Integrity-a way of life. The week is to ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2019
SC verdict on reinstating CBI chief Alok Kumar Verma: Key Facts
The Supreme Court of India has reinstated CBI director Alok Kumar Verma, setting aside the Centre’s order to divest him of his powers. The Supreme Court has restrained him from taking any major policy decision till the CVC probe into corruption ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2019
Former NIA chief Sharad Kumar appointed vigilance commissioner in CVC
President Ram Nath Kovind has appointed former National Investigation Agency (NIA) chief Sharad Kumar (62) as vigilance commissioner in Central Vigilance Commission (CVC). He will have term of four years or till he attains the age of 65. Sharad Kumar ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2018