Justice Yashwant Varma, facing a Parliament removal motion over cash found at his residence, has anonymously petitioned the Supreme Court to quash the inquiry report and the former CJI's recommendation for his removal. The Supreme Court is set to hear his plea, alongside another petition seeking an FIR against him.
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Parliament receives notices to remove Allahabad HC's Justice Yashwant Varma. Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha members submit the notices citing alleged misconduct. A committee will investigate the charges. Lok Sabha Speaker and Rajya Sabha Chairman will form the committee. This marks the second time in 32 years that a judge's removal motion is brought before the House.
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Rishabh Pant's injury on Day 1 at Old Trafford marked a concerning moment for the visitors as he retired hurt after a blow to his foot. Pant's injury occurred while attempting a reverse sweep, adding to India's woes after a strong start was undone by quick dismissals of key players. He was taken for scans, casting doubt on his further participation in the Test.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized that sustaining economic growth is the government's top priority, alongside supporting the economy. She highlighted the importance of public investment as a key driver and noted the need for increased private sector investment. While cautioning against easing restrictions on investments from bordering countries post-Covid, she acknowledged some relaxations in specific sectors like renewable energy.
At Old Trafford, India opted for an extra seamer due to overcast conditions, a decision that saw Shardul Thakur included in the playing XI. Sai Sudharsan's impressive 61 stabilized the innings after Jaiswal and Rahul's solid start, but a late collapse, triggered by Pant's injury and Sudharsan's dismissal, left India at 264/4.
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