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.
The Supreme Court emphasized that granting bail under special laws with restrictions must depend on fulfilling the required conditions. Setting aside the Bombay High Court’s decision to grant bail in a strict MCOCA case, the bench noted that courts cannot examine evidence in detail to form a definite view on the accused’s role during bail hearings. The ruling reinforces the importance of adhering to legal standards in such cases. The court highlighted that bail decisions must align with the specific provisions of special laws.
