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From burnt cash to possibly first impeachment: Justice Varma saga explained

From burnt cash to possibly first impeachment: Justice Varma saga explained
Times of India Sunday 16 August 2026, 11:45 UTC By ROHITASHWA RANJAN 1 min read
Key Points

Justice Yashwant Varma's residence was engulfed in flames, leading to the shocking discovery of burnt currency notes. A subsequent parliamentary inquiry confirmed serious charges against him, prompting his resignation. The Centre's pursuit of impeachment aims to set a strong precedential framework for judicial accountability.

Justice Yashwant Varma's residence was engulfed in flames, leading to the shocking discovery of burnt currency notes. A subsequent parliamentary inquiry confirmed serious charges against him, prompting his resignation. The Centre's pursuit of impeachment aims to set a strong precedential framework for judicial accountability. This case also poses critical questions about the interplay between a judge's resignation and ongoing disciplinary proceedings, potentially impacting future cases of judicial misconduct.
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