NEW DELHI: CJI Sanjiv Khanna took the matter very seriously and convened a collegium meeting. He remarked, “बहुत गंभीर” (“very serious”) and suggested that Justice Verma should be transferred. According to reports, Justice Yashwant Verma was not at home when a fire broke out at his residence. His wife immediately called the fire brigade. While extinguishing the fire, firefighters stumbled upon stacks of currency notes in one of the rooms. The police and Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna were informed about the incident.
Supreme Court Today (Mar 21) launched inquiry after unaccounted cash is found at Delhi HC Judge Justice Yashwant Varma’s residence. Firefighters accidentally uncovered the money during a house fire.
Kapil Sibal calls out deep-rooted corruption in the judiciary after Justice Yashwant Varma’s transfer. He demands a more transparent judge appointment process.
Kapil Sibal calls out deep-rooted corruption in the judiciary after Justice Yashwant Varma’s transfer. He demands a more transparent judge appointment process.
A fire at the house of Delhi High Court Judge Yashwant Verma led to the discovery of a huge pile of cash. Sources say the Chief Justice of India took the matter very seriously. The Supreme Court Collegium discussed the issue and reached a unanimous decision. As a result, Justice Verma has been transferred back to Allahabad.
