State of Punjab vs. CBI probe order regarding corruption allegations

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1. News8 Oct 2026

   Hearing on Punjab government's petition against the order for a CBI probe into corruption allegations adjourned

   New Delhi, October 8 (PTI) The Supreme Court, on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) led...

   Explanation in simple terms

   The Punjab government is currently challenging a court decision that ordered a federal investigation into corruption allegations within the state. A hearing to discuss this challenge was scheduled, but the court has decided to postpone it to a later date. This means the legal process is still ongoing, and no final decision has been made yet regarding whether the federal agency will take over the investigation.

   hindi.theprint.in
2. News7 Oct 2026

   Corruption allegations against Punjab officials, High Court hands over investigation to CBI; report to be submitted in two months

   Punjab and Haryana High Court on transfers, policy decisions and government…

   Explanation in simple terms

   The Punjab High Court has ordered the Central Bureau of Investigation to take over a probe into corruption allegations against state officials. This decision moves the investigation away from local authorities to a national agency to ensure a neutral process. The court has instructed the agency to complete its work and submit a formal report on its findings within the next two months.

   jagran.com