Dynamite News CJI recuses from hearing plea challenging Rao's appointment
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Ranjan Gogoi Monday recused himself from hearing a plea challenging appointment of M Nageswara Rao as the interim CBI director.
New Delhi: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Ranjan Gogoi Monday recused himself from hearing a plea challenging appointment of M Nageswara Rao as the interim CBI director.
The CJI said he would be part of the selection committee meeting to choose the new CBI director.
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