The Supreme Court ruled that the word “peremptorily” has no special importance in the Nithari killings case. It stressed that court decisions should be based on meaning, not just words. The judgment highlights the need for clear legal language. This comes as the case continues to be closely watched.
Today, On 3rd April, The Supreme Court has upheld the Calcutta High Court’s decision to cancel the appointments of 24,000 school staff in West Bengal over alleged irregularities. The court stated, “Entire selection process is vitiated by manipulation and fraud, and credibility and legitimacy is denuded.” The ruling reinforces the need for transparency in recruitment and mandates a fresh selection process. This verdict has significant implications for affected candidates and the state’s education system.
Today, On 3rd April, The Supreme Court is expected to deliver its verdict regarding petitions challenging the Calcutta High Court’s order that invalidated the appointment of teachers in West Bengal. The HC had earlier scrapped these appointments over alleged irregularities in the selection process. The decision will have significant implications for affected teachers and the state’s education system. The ruling is highly anticipated amid ongoing legal battles over recruitment controversies.
A controversy erupted after cash was allegedly recovered from the residence of Justice Yashwant Varma. Senior Advocate Dr. Adish C. Aggarwala, former President of the Supreme Court Bar Association, has weighed in on the matter. He expressed confidence that the Supreme Court-appointed In-House Committee will recommend a police or CBI investigation. Aggarwala emphasized the importance of a transparent probe to uphold judicial integrity.
A Chandigarh court has acquitted former judge Justice Nirmal Yadav and three others in a 2008 corruption case. The verdict, delivered on Saturday, follows a lengthy investigation after cash was mistakenly delivered to another judge. The CBI initially filed a charge sheet in 2011, but all accused were found not guilty.
The CBI filed a closure report in the Disha Salian death case, following a similar move in the Sushant Singh Rajput case. However, the investigation uncovered a twist, linking the case to allegations of her father’s affair and financial fraud. These revelations add a new dimension to the controversy surrounding her death. The closure report marks the end of the CBI’s probe into the case.
Today, On 28th March, The CBI informed the Calcutta High Court that the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Hospital was not a case of gang rape. However, the agency is now probing possible cover-up allegations linked to the incident. The case has sparked significant public outcry, demanding a transparent and fair investigation. The court continues to monitor the probe closely.
Today, On 28th March, The Centre notified the transfer of Justices Yashwant Varma and Chandra Dhari Singh to the Allahabad High Court. This decision is part of the latest judicial reshuffle, impacting high-ranking judges. While the transfers are officially administrative, they have drawn attention due to recent controversies. The move highlights ongoing changes within the Indian judiciary.
Today, On 27th March, Seventeen years after cash was discovered at a judge’s doorstep, a Chandigarh court is set to announce its verdict in the Justice Nirmal Yadav case. The Special Court of Additional Sessions Judge Alka Malik will deliver the judgment on March 29. The case dates back to a 2007 bribery scandal involving alleged corruption in the judiciary. The long-awaited verdict will determine the legal outcome of the high-profile case.