CEC post: Rahul fires 'midnight decision' salvo; BJP questions Cong's past 'pliant picks'

Gyanesh Kumar will assume the role of Chief Election Commissioner on a day the Supreme Court reviews a law defining his appointment process. This law, passed by the Parliament and objected to by Congress, had replaced the Chief Justice of India with a Union minister in the selection panel, raising concerns about potential government interference.

Gyanesh Kumar appointed new CEC, Vivek Joshi on poll panel

times of india - 17/Feb 19:42

Gyanesh Kumar has been appointed as the new chief election commissioner, succeeding Rajiv Kumar. Haryana chief secretary Vivek Joshi has been named...

Day after CEC selection, Congress, BJP cross swords over process

times of india - 18/Feb 21:23

Rahul Gandhi urges the top collegium to hold off on appointing the new CEC until the Supreme Court reviews the selection law. He cites Ambedkar's...

Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar Appointed Chief Election Commissioner: Law Ministry

zeenews.india.com - 18/Feb 00:51

The selection committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi met in Delhi on...

Who Is Gyanesh Kumar? New Chief Election Commissioner; Played Key Role In Article 370 Abrogation

zeenews.india.com - 18/Feb 06:14

The Law Ministry announced that Gyanesh Kumar has been appointed as the new Chief Election Commissioner, succeeding the outgoing Chief Election...

Who is Gyanesh Kumar? India's new poll body chief

times of india - 17/Feb 17:55

Gyanesh Kumar is set to become India's next Chief Election Commissioner, replacing Rajiv Kumar upon his retirement. Gyanesh Kumar, a retired IAS...

‘Disrespectful, Discourteous’: Rahul Gandhi Hits Out At Modi, Shah Over ‘Midnight’ CEC Appointment

zeenews.india.com - 18/Feb 19:48

Rahul Gandhi issued a ‘dissent note’ to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Kome Minister Amit Shah questioning the ‘midnight decision’ to...

Who Is Gyanesh Kumar? The Harvard Graduate Who Is Now India's Chief Election Commissioner

free press journal - 18/Feb 04:49

Gyanesh Kumar takes charge as chief election commissioner

times of india - 19/Feb 04:18

Gyanesh Kumar, a retired IAS officer, has taken charge as the 26th chief election commissioner of India. He emphasised the importance of voting as the...

PM-led panel to meet on February 17 for CEC selection: Report

times of india - 14/Feb 16:11

A panel led by PM Modi will meet Monday to select the next Chief Election Commissioner before Rajiv Kumar retires on February 18. The selection is...

Gyanesh Kumar Takes Charge As Chief Election Commissioner, Says First Step In Nation-Building Is Voting

free press journal - 19/Feb 05:47

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