State of Punjab vs. CBI — Challenge to CBI probe into corruption allegations

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1. News9 Oct 2026

   Justice Sheel Nagu recuses himself from hearing Punjab government's plea against CBI probe into corruption allegations

   Supreme Court Justice Sheel Nagu on Friday (October 9) heard the Punjab government's...

   Explanation in simple terms

   Justice Sheel Nagu has decided to step down from hearing the Punjab government's case against the CBI. This means he will no longer be the judge overseeing the challenge to the corruption investigation. A new judge will now be assigned to take over the matter. This is a standard procedure that happens when a judge chooses not to participate in a specific case for personal or professional reasons.

   hindi.livelaw.in
2. News9 Oct 2026

   Corruption case linked to Punjab CMO: Hearing in Supreme Court today on plea against CBI probe

   Punjab government challenged the October 5 order of the Punjab and Haryana High Court...

   Explanation in simple terms

   The Supreme Court is hearing a case today regarding a corruption investigation involving the Punjab Chief Minister's Office. The state government has challenged the involvement of the Central Bureau of Investigation, arguing that the federal agency should not be leading this probe. The court will now decide whether the CBI is allowed to continue its investigation into these allegations. This hearing is a key step in determining which authority has the power to handle this specific case.

   amarujala.com