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News Summary On May 22, 2025, Justice Kempaiah Somashekar was sworn in as the 9th Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court during a ceremony at the Darbar Hall of Raj Bhavan in Imphal. The oath was administered by Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla. Justice Somashekar succeeds Justice D. Krishnakumar, who retired on May 21,…
News Summary Justice Kempaiah Somashekar of the Karnataka High Court has been appointed as the new Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court. The appointment, recommended by the Supreme Court Collegium and notified by the Union Law Ministry, comes ahead of the retirement of incumbent Chief Justice D. Krishnakumar on May 21, 2025. Justice Kempaiah…
Summary of the News Article The Manipur High Court has intervened to ensure a fair and transparent player selection process for the 38th National Games by directing the establishment of an ad-hoc committee. This decision comes in response to concerns over the credibility and integrity of the current selection process, reflecting the court’s commitment to…
The Joint Action Committee (JAC) for missing Manipur resident Laishram Kamalbabu has called for the intervention of Defense Minister Rajnath Singh to aid in his search. Kamalbabu, who has been missing since November 25, was last seen entering the 57 Mountain Division Headquarters at Leimakhong. The JAC has presented crucial evidence that confirms his entry…
Summary Justice D. Krishnakumar has been appointed as the Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court, a significant development for the state’s judicial system. Known for his judicial acumen and impartiality, his appointment comes at a crucial time as Manipur navigates challenges of ethnic tensions and ongoing legal complexities. Full Article Introduction: A Judicial Milestone…
SummaryThe Manipur High Court recently issued a temporary stay on transferring a high-profile National Investigation Agency (NIA) case from Imphal to Delhi. This case involves five Manipur village volunteers arrested by the NIA and granted bail by the special court in Imphal. The HC decision emphasizes procedural fairness, ensuring that local representation remains a priority…
Summary: The Manipur High Court recently stepped in to halt the state’s decision to reverse the regularisation of 502 ad-hoc teachers. This suspension comes after 230 of these teachers had already been regularised, following previous court directives. In this analysis, we’ll cover the background of the issue, the court’s legal rationale, and the potential implications…
Summary of the News The Manipur High Court has issued a directive to the state government to reorganize the Loktak Development Authority (LDA). This decision comes after concerns regarding the mismanagement and lack of transparency in the authority, which is responsible for the conservation and development of Loktak Lake, the largest freshwater lake in northeastern…