ICICI Bank names Girish Chandra Chaturvedi as non-executive Chairman
New Delhi, June 29 : The Board of Directors of ICICI Bank has approved the appointment of Girish Chandra Chaturvedi as non-executive part-time Chairman effective from July 1, 2018 subject to regulatory approvals, in the vacancy caused by cessation of term of M.K. Sharma (Independent Director & Chairman).
"This is to inform you that the Board of Directors of ICICI Bank at its Meeting held today appointed Mr. Girish Chandra Chaturvedi as an Additional (Independent) Director effective July 1, 2018 for a period of 3 years subject to the approval of shareholders. The term of office of M. K. Sharma expires on June 30, 2018," a regulatory filing by the lender in the BSE stated.
Private lending major ICICI Bank on June 18 announced the appointment of Sandeep Bakhshi as Whole Time Director and Chief Operating Officer (COO) designate as its MD and CEO Chanda Kochhar decided "to go on leave till the completion of the inquiry" in relation to the allegations levelled against her.
Following Sandeep Bakhshi's appointment as ICICI Bank Chief Operating Officer on June 18, ICICI Bank on June 19 had appointed N.S. Kannan as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company, "subject to regulatory and other approvals".
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Ramesh Bidhuri's "Priyanka Gandhi's cheeks" remark sparks controversy
Congress slams BJP leader for misogynistic comment, demands apology
New Delhi: As the Delhi Assembly elections approach, political controversies have begun to surface. BJP candidate from Kalkaji Assembly constituency, Ramesh Bidhuri, has sparked outrage with his controversial statement, which has gone viral on social media. In the statement, Bidhuri claims, "We will make Kalkaji's roads like Priyanka Gandhi's cheeks."
Known for his contentious remarks, Bidhuri allegedly made this comment during a BJP event in the Kalkaji area.
When Aaj Tak questioned Bidhuri about the viral comment, he referenced Lalu Prasad Yadav's earlier statement comparing Bihar's roads to Hema Malini's cheeks. Bidhuri added, "If this statement hurts Congress, they should recall that Hema Malini is a respected actress who has brought pride to India through her work, which reflects society." He criticised Congress leaders, saying, "They have reached their political positions through flattery, not public service. If Congress finds my statement objectionable, they should first denounce Lalu Yadav's remarks."
The statement has triggered a political uproar. Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) have strongly criticised both Bidhuri and the BJP. Congress accused BJP of being anti-women and called Bidhuri's comment shameful, highlighting it as reflective of a misogynistic mindset. They stated, "A person who used abusive language against a fellow MP in Parliament without facing consequences epitomises BJP's true face." Congress also demanded an apology from Bidhuri and questioned the silence of BJP leaders, including PM Modi, on such derogatory remarks.
Meanwhile, AAP MP Sanjay Singh commented, "This is how BJP respects women. Can the safety and dignity of Delhi's women be entrusted to leaders like Bidhuri?"
