Praveen Sood, a veteran Indian Police Service (IPS) officer from the Karnataka cadre, has had his tenure as Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) extended by one year, now lasting until May 2027. This extension follows his initial two-year term that began on May 25, 2023. With over three decades of policing experience, Sood has held various roles within the Karnataka Police, including serving as the Director General of Police (DGP) before his appointment as CBI Director. In his current role, he oversees the CBI's operations, which include handling corruption cases, financial crimes, and serious frauds. Under his leadership, the CBI is tackling significant investigations, notably the RG Kar rape and murder case in West Bengal, where sanctions have been granted to proceed with chargesheets against former officials linked to the local government. Additionally, the agency is investigating the NEET examination paper leak case, which has attracted nationwide scrutiny due to its implications for students. Sood's extended tenure is expected to be marked by these high-profile and resource-intensive cases.