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SC Panel Visits Justice Yashwant Varma’s Residence: Who Are the Three Judges on the Inquiry Committee?

  A three-member inquiry committee, appointed by the Supreme Court, commenced its investigation into Delhi High Court Judge Justice Yashwant Varma’s conduct, visiting his home on Tuesday afternoon. Justice Varma is facing scrutiny after bundles of burnt currency were allegedly found at his residence during a fire. The inquiry panel includes Chief Justice Sheel Nagu of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chief Justice G.S. Sandhawalia of the Himachal Pradesh High Court, and Justice Anu Sivaraman of the Karnataka High Court. The committee spent approximately 45 minutes at Justice Varma’s residence. Inquiry Committee Members: Justice Sheel Nagu, Chief Justice of Punjab and Haryana High Court Justice Nagu launched his legal career in 1987 and focused primarily on civil and constitutional cases at the Madhya Pradesh High Court's Jabalpur bench before becoming an additional judge in 2011. He was promoted to a permanent judge in 2013. In May 2024, he was appointed Acting Chief Justice of t...
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Maharashtra's Anti-Corruption Bureau Uncovers Massive Bribery Network

 The Maharashtra Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) uncovered a massive bribery network that involved several senior officials in the state’s public works department. The investigation revealed that the network had been operating for years, with officials accepting bribes from contractors in exchange for favorable contracts and approvals. The scandal led to a series of arrests, including high-ranking officials, and sparked outrage among the public. The ACB is continuing its probe into the issue, with several other departments expected to come under scrutiny. This case has reignited debates about corruption in India’s public sector and the effectiveness of anti-corruption measures. The government has promised to strengthen its efforts to combat corruption and restore public trust.