Rajiv Kumar

Congress Urges Government To Delay CEC Selection Meeting Until Supreme Court Hearing

The party’s demand came shortly after a meeting of the three-member selection committee, which included LoP Rahul Gandhi, alongside PM Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.  

Feb 17, 2025, 20:10 PM IST

As Rajiv Kumar's Tenure Ends, PM-Chaired Selection Panel To Meet Early Next Week To Name Next CEC

The panel could meet either on Sunday or Monday ahead of the retirement of incumbent Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar on February 18.

Feb 14, 2025, 17:25 PM IST

'Jawab To Banta Hai': CEC Rajiv Kumar's Data-Driven Poetic Response To Allegations By Political Parties

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, who announced the Delhi poll dates on Tuesday, came out armed with data sets on allegations levelled by the political parties and tried to clarify doubts with poll data.

Jan 07, 2025, 17:06 PM IST

On Arvind Kejriwal's Voter Deletion Claim, CEC Rajiv Kumar's BIG Clarification

CEC Kumar emphasized that the process for additions and deletions is transparent, rigorous, and immune to arbitrary changes.

Jan 07, 2025, 16:14 PM IST

Assembly Elections: CEC Rajiv Kumar Condemns Derogatory Remarks Towards Women, Calls For Stern Action

CEC Kumar noted that no aspect of private life, not connected with the public activities, of the leaders or workers of other parties is to be criticised.

Nov 08, 2024, 17:46 PM IST

Close Shave For CEC Rajiv Kumar As Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing In Uttarakhand

There were three people on board the helicopter apart from the pilot. They are all safe and waiting for the weather to clear up to return to Munsiyari.

Oct 16, 2024, 20:03 PM IST

Bengal DGP Rajiv Kumar issues statement in Sandeshkhali Violence Case

West Bengal DGP Rajiv Kumar has issued statement in Sandeshkhali Violence Case.

Feb 22, 2024, 12:36 PM IST

'Support Transparency:' Election Commission To Follow Supreme Court's Order On Electoral Bonds Issue

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar on Saturday here said the poll panel will act in accordance with the directives of the Supreme Court regarding the electoral bonds scheme.

Feb 17, 2024, 22:09 PM IST

Sreesanth Accused Of Fraud With Two Others By Kerala Police

Police have filed a case against Sreesanth, who has been named the third accused with two others, who have been booked under IPC Section 420.

Nov 23, 2023, 18:23 PM IST

Khabren Khatakhat: Rajiv Kumar to be India's next Chief Election Commissioner

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May 12, 2022, 17:46 PM IST

Rajiv Kumar appointed next Chief Election Commissioner, to assume charge on May 15

Rajiv Kumar will assume charge on May 15 after incumbent Sushil Chandra demits office on May 14, said a notification issued by the Law Ministry.

May 12, 2022, 13:37 PM IST

Meet Suman Bery, the new NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman: Educational qualifications, professional journey and more

Suman Bery will join the Niti Aayog with immediate effect. 

Apr 23, 2022, 11:12 AM IST

NITI Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar steps down, Suman Bery to replace him

Suman Bery, who succeeds Rajiv Kumar, served as director-general of the National Council of Applied Economic Research, or NCAER.

Apr 22, 2022, 23:25 PM IST

Growth to exceed 10% in FY22 on strong agri recovery: Niti VC Rajiv Kumar

Niti Aayog Vice-Chairman Rajiv Kumar said that Indian economy is expected to grow by more than 10 per cent in the current fiscal supported by a record kharif crop and bright rabi prospects.

Nov 11, 2021, 17:45 PM IST

We’re on right path: Niti Aayog Vice-Chairman hails PM Modi's leadership for 100 crore vaccination landmark

India administered over 100 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses on Thursday creating a milestone. 

Oct 22, 2021, 07:06 AM IST

Economic recovery to start from June, GDP growth projection to be revised to 10-10.5%, says NITI Aayog VC

Niti Aayog VC Rajiv Kumar's predictions came after the country’s apex bank RBI lowered the country's growth forecast for the current fiscal by a percentage point to 9.5% from 10.5%.

Jun 05, 2021, 16:17 PM IST

Rajiv Kumar takes charge as the new Election Commissioner of India

Rajiv Kumar took over Ashok Lavasa who resigned on August 18. President Ram Nath Kovind cleared his appointment with effect from the date he assumes office. He is a retired IAS officer of 1984 batch of Jharkhand cadre.

Sep 01, 2020, 13:53 PM IST

Former finance secretary Rajiv Kumar appointed Election Commissioner in place of Ashok Lavasa

Rajiv Kumar's appointment is in place of Lavasa who resigned with effect from August 31.

Aug 21, 2020, 23:52 PM IST

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Oct 05, 2019, 14:48 PM IST

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Oct 05, 2019, 11:08 AM IST