A special 3-member panel will decide the fate of Justice Yashwant Varma after large amounts of burnt cash were found at his Delhi home. The team includes top judicial minds from the Supreme Court, Madras High Court, and a veteran senior advocate.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has set up a special 3-member panel Today (Aug 12) to look into serious allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma. The committee will give its report soon before any further action is taken.
Justice Yashwant Varma Row | The Supreme Court ruled that Parliament can begin the removal of a judge even if the Chief Justice of India (CJI) chooses not to recommend it. The Court upheld the independence of Parliament’s authority in such cases.
The Supreme Court Today (Aug 7) dismissed Justice Yashwant Varma’s plea against a report that found him guilty of misconduct. The case began after burnt cash was discovered at his Delhi residence following a fire.
Supreme Court Today (Aug 7) dismissed Justice Yashwant Varma’s plea against the in-house committee’s findings after cash was found at his residence. The Court upheld the CJI’s procedure and recommendation for his removal.
