Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved the reappointment of Sandeep Bakhshi as the Managing Director and CEO of ICICI Bank on May 23, 2026. His extended tenure will begin on October 4, 2026, and continue until October 3, 2028. Sandeep Bakhshi has been leading ICICI Bank since 2018 and has played a significant role in strengthening the bank’s operational performance, digital banking initiatives, and financial stability. ICICI Bank is one of India’s leading private sector banks and is classified by the RBI as a Domestic Systemically Important Bank (D-SIB), highlighting its importance to the country's financial system.