ASHWANI KUMAR
Sashakt: Expanding Opportunities Charting the Course for Digital Inclusion at India Mobile Congress 2026
The India Mobile Congress 2026 revolves around the innovative theme 'Scale Without Boundaries,' aiming to address the necessity for equitable digital access and groundbreaking connectivity methods. Over a four-day period, engaging sessions will delve into topics like autonomous networks and the role of AI in telecommunications, featuring insights from influential figures in the industry and global policymakers.
UFlex’s Asepto bets on Egypt to build global aseptic packaging hub
Asepto’s $126-million Ain Sokhna plant will add 12 billion packs of annual capacity, taking its India-Egypt capacity to 24 billion packs as the Indian multinational company looks to shift from an India-led export model to a multi-location global manufacturing strategy.
Regulation of educational institutes: SC issues notice to school education secretary on contempt plea
The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought a response from the Ministry of Education’s school education secretary on a contempt plea alleging inaction on a representation seeking regulation of institutions imparting secular or religious instruction to children below 14. The plea seeks registration, recognition, supervision and monitoring under constitutional provisions protecting children’s education.
MCD Commissioner Sanjeev Khirwar: Who is this 1994-batch IAS officer once transferred over a dog-walking row, now facing resignation calls over Delhi PG collapse?
Sanjeev Khirwar is facing renewed scrutiny following a deadly building collapse in Delhi. Student organisations have demanded his resignation, alleging lapses in civic oversight. The five-storey building collapse killed seven people and left several others injured. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident, including possible regulatory violations or civic negligence. The Delhi government has suspended five MCD officials following the tragedy.
Delhi couple’s bags arrived ripped open after flight; court orders airline to pay Rs 3.61 lakh
A Delhi consumer commission has ordered American Airlines to pay over Rs 3.61 lakh to a Delhi couple as compensation for two damaged checked bags and missing belongings. The incident occurred during a flight from Miami to Toronto in 2017. The commission held the airline responsible for the baggage while it was in its custody and awarded compensation for the losses, mental harassment and legal expenses.
SC notice to Centre, states on plea to confiscate property of offenders in paper leak cases
The Supreme Court is seeking government responses on confiscating offender property in exam paper leak cases. A Public Interest Litigation was filed by advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay regarding this matter. The court issued notices to the Union of India and all state governments. The next hearing for this significant case is scheduled for September 25.
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Supreme Court seeks Centre's reply on plea for time-bound probe and speedy trial in drug-trafficking cases
The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre on strengthening drug trafficking efforts. It called for time-bound probes and trials of narcotics cases. The top court also said it wanted confiscation of traffickers' properties and a uniform investigation protocol.
SC collegium recommends elevation of 4 judges as Chief Justices of different high courts
The Supreme Court collegium has made a pivotal recommendation for the appointment of four judges as Chief Justices. Justice V Kameswar Rao is slated to take charge of Patna High Court, with Justice Ravindra V Ghuge being considered for the Calcutta High Court. Furthermore, Judge Mahesh Chandra Tripathi from Allahabad High Court has been suggested for the Chief Justice role at the Bombay High Court.
Plea on consumers 'right to know': Supreme Court grants six weeks to states, others to file responses
The Supreme Court granted states six weeks to file responses on a consumer 'right to know' plea. This plea seeks to inform consumers about product quality, purity, and seller details. Several states and Union Territories have yet to submit their required responses. The court is considering the importance of informed consumer choices and protection.
Cheque bounce case: Supreme Court says complaint not maintainable if company not made party
The Supreme Court has dismissed criminal proceedings against a woman in a cheque bounce dispute, emphasizing that a company, as a juristic person, should be designated as an accused party first. The High Court’s directive to the trial court was deemed incorrect, as the absence of the company as an accused created a critical defect in the case. Thus, the Supreme Court quashed all subsequent proceedings.
Ashwani Kumar: The Mumbai Indians masterstroke in IPL with banana-fuelled fearless spirit
IPL 2025: Ashwani Kumar had an impressive IPL debut for Mumbai Indians, taking 4/24 against Kolkata Knight Riders at Wankhede Stadium. He became the first Indian in a decade to claim a wicket with his first ball. Coach Paras Mhambrey and skipper Hardik Pandya praised his performance and confidence.
Ashwani Kumar new MD & CEO of UCO Bank
Ashwani Kumar has been appointed as the new MD and CEO of city-based public sector UCO Bank with effect from June one. Prior to this, he was the executive director of the state-owned Indian Bank and is a qualified chartered accountant, a statement by the bank said on Saturday.
Government appoints Ashwani Kumar as MD of UCO Bank
The central government appoints Ashwani Kumar as managing director and chief executive officer in UCO Bank for a period of three years, the Finance Ministry said in a notification. The appointment comes into effect from the date of assumption of office on or after June 1, 2023 or until further orders, it said. Kumar, a chartered accountant, rose through ranks serving various offices of five public sector banks -- Bank of Baroda, Corporation Bank, Oriental Bank of Commerce, Punjab National Bank and Indian Bank.
Ashwani Kumar steps down as Suzlon CEO, JP Chalasani takes over
Chalasani who has over 40 years of experience in the power sector, served as group CEO at Suzlon from 2016 to 2020. Chalasani was the chief executive and Managing Director of Punj Lloyd since January 2014. Ashwani Kumar's resignation comes despite a two-fold increase in profit for Suzlon in the October-December quarter at Rs 78 crore.
Ashwani Kumar to be next MD & CEO of UCO Bank
"Keeping in view their performance in the interface, their overall experience, and the extant parameters, the Bureau recommends Ashwani Kumar for the position of MD and CEO in UCO Bank," FSIB said in a statement.
Suzlon Group appoints Ashwani Kumar as group CEO
Kumar, who has over three decades of experience in projects, business development and finance at leading Indian power and infrastructure companies, is an alumnus of IIM Bangalore and The Harvard Business School.
Hope to keep Q2 slippages below Q1 levels: Ashwani Kumar, Dena Bank
Ashwani Kumar also said that the they are working on improving profitability and aim to turn positive by early FY19.
Stand off in Parliament not linked to GST bill : Ashwani Kumar, Congress
Congress Rajya Sabha member and spokesperson Ashwani Kumar has said that the ongoing stand off in Parliament, 'is not linked to the GST bill'.
Nagaland Governor Ashwani Kumar resigns
Nagaland Governor Ashwani Kumar resigned today, becoming the third person occupying the gubernatorial post to put in his papers.
Plan to raise around Rs 600-700 crore by March 2014: Ashwani Kumar, Dena Bank
"Our gross NPAs have come down by 4 basis points from 3% in September to 2.96% in the December quarter. So sequentially, they have come down."
Looking to improve NIM with priority sector thrust: Ashwani Kumar, Dena Bank
"There has been slippage of Rs 480 cr this quarter mainly due to 3 lumpy accounts, namely Delhi Airport Metro Express, European projects and KMP bypass project.
PM appoints Ashwani Kumar as special envoy with cabinet rank to visit Japan
Ashwani Kumar has been appointed by PM Manmohan Singh as his Special Envoy to visit Japan in the rank of a Cabinet Minister.
Ashwani Kumar nominated to Public Accounts Committee
Ashwani Kumar has been nominated to the Parliament's Public Accounts Committee (PAC).
The dramatic rise and fall of Ashwani Kumar
Law Minister Ashwani Kumar's rise in politics and elevation to the cabinet was as dramatic as his fall.
UPA's Black Friday: Ashwani Kumar, Pawan Bansal resign
In a day of high drama, law minister Ashwani Kumar resigned on Friday following the resignation of railway minister Pawan Kumar Bansal.
Coalgate: Law Minister Ashwani Kumar likely to resign, Manish Tewari frontrunner to replace him
According to ET Now sources, Manish Tewari, who is currently MoS for Information and Broadcasting is the frontrunner to take Ashwani's Kumar's position.
AAP criticises Ashwani Kumar, Vahanvati
Aam Aadmi Party today said position of Law Minister Ashwani Kumar and Attorney General G E Vahanvati has become "untenable".
Problem of pendency of cases huge: Ashwani Kumar
Highlighting the need for more Lok Adalats, Union Law Minister Ashwani Kumar today said more than three crore cases were pending before various courts in the country.
S&P's India analysis not objective: Ashwani Kumar
Given India's strong economic fundamentals, it "raises serious doubts on the objectivity" of S&P ratings, said Ashwani Kumar.
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