UP Lokayukta

Uttar Pradesh: SC recalls its order, appoints new Lokayukta

January 29, 2016 1:10 am

The Supreme Court admitted that its previous order looks "somewhat inaccurate" in view of the objections raised over Virendra Singh's name

The Lokayukta Travesty

January 15, 2016 12:03 am

Because laws do not work, they are worked.

Nuts and bolts

January 13, 2016 12:03 am

The Uttar Pradesh Lokayukta controversy highlights the need for greater attention to anti-corruption systems and processes.

How Akhilesh Yadav tried to handpick Lokayukta until Supreme Court cracked down

January 12, 2016 11:18 am

The Lokayukta is chosen by a selection committee comprising the Chief Minister, Leader of Opposition and Chief Justice of the High Court.

Simply put: Continuing drama over UP Lokayukta appointment

December 21, 2015 12:19 am

Govt failed to provide a name, SC used Art 142 to appoint a Lokayukta. It will now hear the matter on Jan 4. SHYAMLAL YADAV recalls the controversy.

UP governor Ram Naik appoints Justice Singh as Lokayukta

December 19, 2015 12:33 am

Swearing-in on December 20.

After UP Lokayukta named, Chief Justice objects: Why was his name sent to SC?

December 18, 2015 5:09 am

Justice Chandrachud also pointed out that the name was included though Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav had assured it would not be done.

I think nobody in selection panel objected to my name: Virendra Singh

December 18, 2015 1:40 am

Virendra Singh is currently chairperson of the State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission.

You couldn’t choose Lokayukta so we are doing it: SC tells UP

December 17, 2015 3:22 am

In a major embarrassment for Akhilesh Yadav-government, a bench led by Justice Ranjan Gogoi examined a list of five nominees and ordered for the appointment right away

Uttar Pradesh Lokayukta selection likely to be delayed further

September 27, 2015 6:05 pm

Also, the question of validity of the present process under the existing act was raised pointing out that the amendment bill with new selection criteria is already pending with the Governor of Uttar Pradesh for approval.

Supreme Court Recalls Order Appointing Former Judge Virendra Singh As UP Lokayukta: A Report

January 28, 2016 2:44 pm