Appointments and resignations in important national and international positions are significant current affairs topics for competitive examinations. During June–July 2026, several key appointments, reappointments, elections to international organizations, and leadership changes took place across government, judiciary, education, finance, and global institutions. The following is a comprehensive overview.
AFCAT 2 2026 Exam Static GK -Appointments & Resignations
Ravi Agrawal Reappointed as CBDT Chairman
The Government of India has reappointed Ravi Agrawal as the Chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved his six-month extension with effect from 1 July 2026. His tenure will continue until 31 December 2026 or until further orders.
The CBDT functions under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance and serves as India’s apex policymaking body for direct taxation. It is responsible for tax policy formulation, administration of the Income-tax Act, improving taxpayer services, preventing tax evasion, and enhancing transparency in tax administration.
Key Facts
- Position: Chairman, CBDT
- Appointee: Ravi Agrawal (Reappointed)
- Effective From: 1 July 2026
- Ministry: Finance (Department of Revenue)
Mahesh Dixit Appointed as Director of Intelligence Bureau
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the appointment of Mahesh Dixit, a 1993-batch IPS officer of the Andhra Pradesh cadre, as the new Director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB).
He succeeded Tapan Kumar Deka and will serve a two-year tenure. Prior to this appointment, he was serving as the Special Director of the Intelligence Bureau.
The Intelligence Bureau, functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is India’s oldest internal intelligence agency responsible for domestic intelligence, counter-intelligence, counter-terrorism, and internal security.
Key Facts
- Organisation: Intelligence Bureau (IB)
- New Director: Mahesh Dixit
- Succeeds: Tapan Kumar Deka
- Ministry: Home Affairs
Tushar Mehta Reappointed as Solicitor General of India
Senior Advocate Tushar Mehta has been reappointed as the Solicitor General of India for another three-year term beginning 1 July 2026.
The Solicitor General is the second-highest law officer of India after the Attorney General. The office represents the Union Government before the Supreme Court, High Courts, tribunals, and other judicial forums while advising ministries on legal matters.
Key Facts
- Position: Solicitor General of India
- Appointee: Tushar Mehta (Reappointed)
- Tenure: Three years
- Effective From: 1 July 2026
Keir Starmer Resigns as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Keir Starmer resigned as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after nearly two years in office.
He informed King Charles III of his resignation and announced that he would continue as caretaker Prime Minister until the Labour Party elected a new leader. Economic challenges, pressure on public services, and internal divisions within the Labour Party contributed to his decision.
Key Facts
- Country: United Kingdom
- Resigned Leader: Keir Starmer
- Successor: To be elected by the Labour Party
Vivek Aggarwal Elected FATF Vice President
IAS officer Vivek Aggarwal was elected as the Vice President of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) in Paris.
He became the first Indian to hold this prestigious position. His one-year tenure will run from July 2026 to June 2027, succeeding Giles Thomson of the United Kingdom.
The FATF is the global body responsible for setting standards to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.
Key Facts
- Position: FATF Vice President
- Elected: Vivek Aggarwal
- Term: July 2026 – June 2027
- Headquarters: Paris, France
Neelkanth Mishra Appointed Executive Director at the World Bank
Economist Neelkanth Mishra was appointed as India’s Executive Director at the World Bank headquartered in Washington D.C.
He succeeded Parameswaran Iyer and will serve a three-year term. Before this appointment, he served as Chief Economist at Axis Bank and held several advisory positions in the Government of India.
Key Facts
- Organisation: World Bank
- Position: Executive Director
- Appointee: Neelkanth Mishra
- Headquarters: Washington D.C., USA
Saurabh Vijay Takes Charge as UIDAI CEO
Senior IAS officer Saurabh Vijay assumed charge as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
A 1998-batch Maharashtra cadre officer, he now leads the authority responsible for managing Aadhaar, the world’s largest biometric identity programme.
Key Facts
- Organisation: UIDAI
- New CEO: Saurabh Vijay
- Identity Programme: Aadhaar
St. Stephen’s College Appoints First Woman Principal
Professor Susan Elias became the first female Principal of St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, in the institution’s 145-year history.
She assumed office on 1 June 2026, succeeding Professor John Varghese. Prior to this appointment, she served as Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research) at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh.
Key Facts
- Institution: St. Stephen’s College
- New Principal: Prof. Susan Elias
- First Female Principal: Yes
- Affiliation: University of Delhi
R. Mukundan Becomes CII President
R. Mukundan, Managing Director and CEO of Tata Chemicals, assumed office as the President of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for 2026–27, succeeding Rajiv Memani.
The CII is India’s leading industry association that works closely with the government to promote industrial growth and economic development.
Key Facts
- Organisation: Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
- President: R. Mukundan
- Tenure: 2026–27
Bangladesh’s Khalilur Rahman Elected President of 81st UNGA
Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman was elected as the President of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
He secured 99 votes against 91 votes received by Andreas S. Kakouris of Cyprus. The 81st session will begin on 8 September 2026.
Key Facts
- Position: President, 81st UNGA
- Elected: Khalilur Rahman
- Country: Bangladesh
- Session Begins: 8 September 2026
Lokhande Prashant Sitaram Appointed CBSE Chairperson
Senior IAS officer Lokhande Prashant Sitaram was appointed as the new Chairperson of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). At the same time, Varun Bhardwaj was appointed as the new CBSE Secretary.
The appointments come amid reforms aimed at improving the board’s examination and evaluation system.
Key Facts
- Organisation: CBSE
- Chairperson: Lokhande Prashant Sitaram
- Secretary: Varun Bhardwaj
National Statistical Commission Gets New Chairperson
The Government of India appointed Dr. Saibal Chattopadhyay as the Chairperson of the National Statistical Commission (NSC).
The new members appointed are:
- Prof. Shubhabrata Das
- Shri Satyendra Bahadur Singh
- Dr. Madhavan Mukund
The NSC serves as the apex advisory body for India’s official statistical system.
Key Facts
- Organisation: National Statistical Commission
- Chairperson: Dr. Saibal Chattopadhyay
- Established: 2005
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri Gets One-Year Extension
The Government of India extended the tenure of Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri by one year through an official order issued on 1 July 2026.
A 1989-batch Indian Foreign Service officer, he continues to lead India’s diplomatic engagements.
Key Facts
- Position: Foreign Secretary
- Officer: Vikram Misri
- Extension: One year
Professor Bimal Patel Elected Judge of ITLOS
Indian jurist Professor Dr. Bimal Patel was elected as a Judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS).
His election reflects India’s growing influence in international legal institutions. ITLOS was established under the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
Key Facts
- Organisation: ITLOS
- Judge: Prof. Dr. Bimal Patel
- Legal Basis: UNCLOS 1982
