Tapan Kumar Deka's tenure as Intelligence Bureau chief extended for another year

In a significant move, the Indian government has approved a one-year extension for Tapan Kumar Deka as the Director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB). The extension comes under the provisions of the All India Services (Death-cum-Retirement Benefits) Rules, 1958, and will be effective from June 30, 2025, or until further orders, whichever comes first. This decision was confirmed by the Cabinet Appointment Committee through an official government notification.

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