Tag: Justice Yashwant Varma Controversy

Lok Sabha Forms Three-Member Committee to Probe Justice Yashwant Varma After SC Nod for Impeachment Proceedings

The development comes days after the Supreme Court, on August 7, upheld the in-house inquiry process that had recommended Justice Varma’s removal.

August 12, 2025

Supreme Court Dismisses Justice Yashwant Varma’s Plea Against In-House Probe Report

"If you believed the committee was unconstitutional, why did you appear before it? Why are you raising this challenge now, after the process is over?" the bench asked.

August 7, 2025

Rijiju Seeks All-Party Consensus on Impeachment Motion Against Justice Yashwant Varma

Rijiju clarified that the issue transcends political lines and must be treated with national interest in mind.

June 4, 2025

Judicial Duties Withdrawn from Justice Yashwant Varma Amid Cash Discovery Controversy

The controversy erupted after a fire broke out at Justice Varma’s residence on March 14, 2025, inadvertently leading to the discovery of large sums of cash.

March 24, 2025

Congress MPs Demand Discussion on Alleged Cash Recovery at Delhi HC Judge’s Residence

"It is essential that this issue is thoroughly discussed and the truth be laid bare for the people of India," the notice read.

March 24, 2025

Judicial Integrity at Stake: SC Advocate Nalin Kohli Calls for Transparency in Justice Varma Cash Case

The Supreme Court has formed an inquiry committee comprising two sitting Chief Justices of High Courts to investigate the matter.

March 23, 2025

SC Releases Inquiry Report on Justice Yashwant Varma Controversy

Justice Varma asserted that neither he nor his family members had placed any cash in the storeroom where it was allegedly discovered.

March 23, 2025

Justice Yashwant Varma Denies Allegations, Calls for Inquiry into Integrity Claims

Justice Yashwant Varma has firmly denied any association with the claims, calling them baseless and damaging to his reputation.

March 23, 2025