In a move aimed at fostering diversity and enhancing judicial administration, the Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the transfer of two Telangana High Court judges — Justice P. Sree Sudha and Justice K. Surender.
Senior Advocate Adish Aggarwala hails the Supreme Court’s decision for judges to reveal assets publicly. He says it will boost transparency and restore public trust in the judiciary.
Supreme Court judges will now reveal their asset details on the official website. This bold move comes after a cash-related allegation involving Justice Yashwant Varma.
The Calcutta Bar opposed the Supreme Court Collegium’s recommendation to transfer Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma to the Calcutta High Court. On March 27, the Collegium proposed shifting the Delhi High Court judge to Calcutta, sparking resistance from the legal fraternity.
A huge pile of unaccounted cash was found at Justice Yashwant Varma’s house after a fire incident. CJI Sanjiv Khanna has set up a high-level committee and halted his judicial duties.
Supreme Court Today (Mar 21) clarified that Justice Yashwant Varma’s transfer is unrelated to any enquiry. It urged the public to ignore false rumours and wait for the Collegium’s final decision.
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.
