Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal criticised the Centre and Supreme Court over the probe into Justice Yashwant Varma, stating, “Without any investigation, an institution is being attacked,” raising serious concerns about judicial independence and fairness.
A late-night fire at Justice Yashwant Varma’s residence in New Delhi has led to a Supreme Court inquiry into his conduct. The incident, occurring on March 14, 2025, raised concerns about judicial integrity and led to a recommendation for his removal. Authorities are ensuring adherence to judicial independence in the investigation.
NEW DELHI: A Supreme Court-appointed three-member inquiry panel is investigating claims about a large amount of cash allegedly found at the residence of Delhi High Court Judge Yashwant Varma. The panel met Delhi Fire Services Chief Atul Garg on Thursday as part of its probe. According to sources, Atul Garg appeared before the committee at Haryana State Guest House in Chanakyapuri and recorded his statement regarding the alleged incident. However, he has completely denied any claims about firefighters discovering cash at Justice Varma’s house.
The Supreme Court is set to hear a petition seeking an FIR against Justice Yashwant Varma amid cash controversy allegations. Advocate Mathews Nedumpara argues for a criminal case instead of a transfer, challenging prior rulings that protect judges from such inquiries. Justice Varma denies allegations, claiming a conspiracy against him.
New Delhi: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna on Thursday assured bar leaders that he would consider their request to cancel the recommendation for transferring Delhi High Court judge, Justice Yashwant Varma. This was confirmed by Anil Tiwari, President of the Allahabad High Court Bar Association.
Today, On 26th March, Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna has declined an urgent hearing on a plea seeking an FIR over cash found at a High Court judge’s residence. The Supreme Court advised petitioners to refrain from making public statements regarding the case. The discovery has raised concerns about judicial accountability and ethics. With the urgent plea rejected, the matter now awaits further legal proceedings.
New Delhi: 25th March, A three-member committee, appointed by the Supreme Court, has started an inquiry into the alleged discovery of cash at the official residence of Delhi High Court judge, Justice Yashwant Varma. The committee members reached his residence on Tuesday and carried out an inspection, sources said.