The Delhi High Court refused to interfere with the CAT’s order staying departmental proceedings against IRS officer Sameer Wankhede linked to the Aryan Khan drug case. The Court instead directed the tribunal to decide Wankhede’s challenge to the charge memo expeditiously within a fixed timeline.
Rajasthan High Court ruled that preliminary enquiry findings cannot justify punishment when key witnesses turn hostile in the regular departmental enquiry. The Court quashed the Constable’s dismissal and ordered his reinstatement with a fresh, lawful review.
The Supreme Court slammed Uttarakhand for appointing IFS officer Rahul as Rajaji Tiger Reserve Director despite orders. CJI Gavai directed a 3-month enquiry and asked the Centre to decide on PC Act sanction in 1 month.
