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His tenure will now continue until October 31, 2027. This extension comes after his current term was scheduled to end on October 31, 2026. The approval was granted in relaxation of FR 65(d) and Rule 16 (1A) of the All India Service (Death-Cum-Retirement Benefits) Rules, 1958."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"Rajesh Kumar Singh, a 1989-batch IAS officer from the Kerala cadre, took charge as Defence Secretary on November 1, 2024. He had previously served as Officer on Special Duty for the Defence Secretary role from August 20, 2024. His predecessor, Giridhar Aramane, retired on October 31, 2024."},{"type":"heading","text":"Disagreement on tenure length"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"The Hindustan Times reported that the extension was for one year. The Hindu also stated the extension was for one year. 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