Delhi: CBI granted 2 more months time to probe charges against Rakesh Asthana

According to the application, it sought the extension as there is an issue relating to the investigation in the foreign countries.

'Genuine mistake': Prashant Bhushan admits in SC for tweets on fabricated paper

Attorney General K K Venugopal told the bench that he would like to withdraw his contempt plea filed against Bhushan.

The SC bench said criticising the court may lead to interference in the course of justice.

Shukla will head the CBI for a period of two years, the government notification said.

DSP AK Bassi had moved the apex court on January 21 to challenge his transfer.

Taking account of attorney general's submissions that committee will hold meeting on Friday, apex court posted matter for hearing on Feb 6.

On Jan 10, the selection panel had removed Alok Verma as CBI chief on charges of corruption and dereliction of duty.

This comes after the SC ruling, reinstating Alok Verma as the CBI Director.

A bench headed by CJI had on Dec 6 reserved its judgement after hearing the arguments on behalf of Verma, Centre and CVC.

Four major contenders emerge for post.