Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Jose Joseph Kattoor was appointed as the Non-Executive Part-Time Chairman of South Indian Bank, a prominent private sector lender based in Kerala. His appointment was approved by the Reserve Bank of India for a tenure of three years, starting from March 23, 2026. He succeeded V.J. Kurian, who retired after completing his term. Kattoor had already been serving as an Independent Director on the bank’s board since July 2024, making his elevation a natural progression in leadership. His appointment reflects continuity and stability in the bank’s governance structure.