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Supreme Court Panel Investigates Justice Yashwant Varma's Actions: Who Are the Three Judges Leading the Inquiry?

  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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UGC Chairman Emphasizes Strict Implementation of Anti-Ragging Measures

 


University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairman M Jagadesh Kumar has highlighted the need for stricter implementation of anti-ragging regulations in higher education institutions. His remarks came in response to rising concerns about ragging-related incidents in colleges and universities across the country.

Speaking at a national seminar on student safety, Kumar stressed that weak enforcement of existing rules allows offenders to evade consequences. He pointed out that despite clear guidelines from the UGC, many institutions fail to monitor ragging activities effectively.

Several student groups have reported cases of mental and physical harassment, leading to severe consequences, including suicides in extreme cases. Parents and student organizations have urged universities to adopt stronger preventive measures such as CCTV surveillance, anonymous complaint mechanisms, and immediate action against perpetrators.

The UGC has warned colleges that failure to implement strict anti-ragging policies could lead to penalties, including withdrawal of affiliation. The commission has also launched a new helpline and mobile application for students to report incidents without fear of retaliation.

With increasing pressure from student bodies and civil rights organizations, universities are expected to tighten their monitoring systems and ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment.

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