Today, On 8th January, In the Justice Varma impeachment row, the Supreme Court has reserved its verdict on his plea challenging the proceedings. The Court also denied any extension for his appearance before the three-member Lok Sabha probe committee.
Today, On 7th January, Justice Yashwant Varma told the Supreme Court that under the Judges Act a joint inquiry committee is required when both Houses move motions, arguing the Lok Sabha panel became non-est in law after the Rajya Sabha motion was withdrawn.
Legal luminary Harish Salve criticizes Ex-CJI Sanjiv Khanna’s decision to form an in-house committee and calls for a CBI investigation, highlighting the need for transparency and accountability in the burnt cash scandal.
In the Justice Yashwant Varma row, lawyers have approached the Supreme Court seeking a review of the earlier ruling. They stated that “criminal law still not set in motion, bribe givers, bribe takers, fixers and brokers remain unscathed.”
Former Supreme Court judge Abhay Oka refused to comment on the merits of the Yashwant Varma case, citing his role in the decision-making process. He stressed the need to protect judges from frivolous FIRs to safeguard judicial independence.
Supreme Court to hear a petition on July 28, 2025, seeking FIR against Justice Varma over cash seizure. Advocate Nedumpara says CJI agreed after he “mentioned” the Article 32 plea.
Kiren Rijiju is calling for unity among political parties regarding the impeachment motion against Justice Yashwant Varma, citing concerns over judicial corruption. He emphasizes that this serious matter transcends political divides. The parliamentary Monsoon Session is set to begin on July 21, coinciding with rising national security concerns.
In the cash discovery row, a Supreme Court-appointed panel stated the storeroom where burnt cash was found was “under active control of Justice Varma and family,” raising serious questions about the Allahabad High Court judge’s role.
The Allahabad High Court Bar Association President called the impeachment move against Justice Yashwant Varma “the victory of the public,” saying it restores trust in the judiciary and shows that people’s voices have truly been heard.
Vice President Dhankhar questioned the delay in FIR in the judge cash case, saying, “Who are the bigger sharks?” He noted the Supreme Court has acted but must now address legacy issues from the 1990s.
