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Allahabad HC judge retires, impeachment motion pending. In lack of timelines, an accountability vacuum

Justice Shekhar Yadav’s retirement comes before Parliament could even act on the motion. Legal experts point to deeper design flaws in India’s judicial impeachment process.

‘History will record unfairness’—what Justice Yashwant Varma wrote in letter to judges inquiry panel

In his letter, the judge flags a 'deeply troubling pattern' where 22 out of 31 witnesses originally cited were dropped after cross-examination.

Reason to believe vs suspicion: Why HC junked attachment of property of gangster Mukhtar Ansari’s cousin

In 12 March order, Allahabad High Court says mere relationship with a 'gangster' is no ground to attach a relative's immovable property.

In the spotlight: Allahabad HC’s Justice Pankaj Bhatia’s career beyond ‘shocking’ bail order row

Justice Bhatia says SC’s remarks have had a ‘chilling effect’ on him. He sought a roster change as debate widens to judicial independence & pendency in one of India’s busiest HCs.

‘Picked out of the blue’: Allahabad HC Bar opposes SC collegium choice of 5 retd judges for ad-hoc posts

In a letter to the President, the Bar alleged that the names recommended by SC Collegium 'fail to inspire confidence in ability of recommended persons to clear pendency of cases'.

Sambhal violence: UP govt challenges CJM order for FIR against cops, says he ‘ignored BNSS procedure’

The CJM, who was transferred in January—his 3rd transfer in less than a year—had directed an FIR against policemen after one of them allegedly fired at stall-owner during Sambhal violence.

Supreme Court Collegium invokes Article 224A to appoint 5 ad-hoc judges in Allahabad High Court

CJI took upon himself to initiate the process after he came across media reports on high courts not complying with top court’s judgements on ad-hoc appointments, it is learnt.

Lost 25 yrs to flawed trial, then remained in jail for Rs 7,000: Freedom didn’t come easy for Azad Khan

Azad was arrested for robbery in 2000, convicted in 2002 & acquitted by Allahabad HC last month. He remained in jail for another month for want of Rs 7,000 to execute bail bond.

Why Allahabad High Court ordered the reopening of an unrecognised madrasa sealed by UP govt

Bench set aside order by Shrawasti's district minority welfare officer, directing closure of Madrasa Ahle Sunnat Imam Ahmad Raza on account of it not being recognised by state board.

‘Must act against those filing false complaints’: How marriage dispute led to this Allahabad HC order

High Court rules written complaints must be filed in every case where closure report exonerates accused; officers who fail to comply liable under BNS Section 199(b).

On Camera

Why has US not defeated Iran yet? Because Trump wants to win on the cheap

Trump's goal of ending the Iranian nuclear programme cannot be accomplished without overthrowing the Islamic regime in Iran, which is likely not possible without a ground invasion.

As Strait of Hormuz shuts again, uncertainty grips global trade & energy markets

Oil prices jumped more than 5 percent Monday, on fears that the ceasefire between the ‌US and Iran could also collapse.

Why Siliguri Corridor is strategically important for India & how it is being secured | Cut The Clutter

This special edition of Cut The Clutter, straight from the Siliguri corridor, details the strategic importance of the narrow strip of land in West Bengal, and how it’s a vital link connecting the Northeast to the rest of India.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.