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Summary: A delegation of senior Supreme Court judges, led by Justice Bhushan R. Gavai, is scheduled to visit relief camps in Manipur on March 22, 2025. This visit aims to assess the conditions of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and bolster legal and humanitarian aid efforts in the region. Introduction Hey there! Imagine packing up your…
In a recent development, the Supreme Court of India has highlighted a significant breakdown of constitutional machinery in Manipur, a state in northeastern India. This observation has brought to light the Centre’s prolonged inaction, with Congress leader Jairam Ramesh pointing out that it took 18 months for the central government to respond to the escalating…
Summary of the News Article In a high-profile decision, the Supreme Court has relieved Datla Sreenivasa Varma from his position as the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in-charge of the Manipur extra-judicial killings probe. This move comes amid growing public scrutiny and debates about accountability and transparency in handling such sensitive cases. The ruling has sparked…
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India has directed the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) to conduct a forensic analysis of audio recordings purportedly featuring Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh discussing his involvement in the state’s ethnic violence. The CFSL is to submit its findings in a sealed cover by March…
Summary In a decisive move aimed at ensuring impartial judicial proceedings, the Supreme Court of India transferred eight criminal cases linked to the ongoing violence in Manipur to the Special National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court in Guwahati, Assam. These cases, deeply rooted in ethnic and communal tensions, include heinous crimes such as sexual assaults, murders,…
SummaryTen Kuki-Zo MLAs in Manipur clarified they haven’t met with Chief Minister N Biren Singh since May 2023, denying recent claims that suggested ongoing discussions aimed at restoring peace. The MLAs released a joint statement, responding to a recent Supreme Court hearing where it was implied that these meetings were actively happening. The MLAs called…
Summary of the Article The Supreme Court of India is currently addressing a petition by a Kuki organization demanding a court-led probe into audio recordings allegedly implicating Manipur’s Chief Minister, N Biren Singh, in violence within the state. The Court has called for verification of the tapes’ authenticity, as they reportedly contain distressing discussions potentially…
SummaryIn a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India directed a Kuki organization to present evidence against Manipur’s Chief Minister, N. Biren Singh, following allegations of his involvement in inciting violence in the region. The organization, represented by advocate Prashant Bhushan, claims to have recordings implicating the Chief Minister. The Court has requested that…
Summary of Recent Developments The Supreme Court recently provided relief to actress Rhea Chakraborty in relation to the high-profile Sushant Singh Rajput case. Following intense media scrutiny and legal battles, this decision has re-ignited conversations around celebrity cases, mental health, and the impact of public opinion on judicial processes in India. Full Article: The Case,…
Summary of the News In a recent statement, the Global Naga Forum (GNF) strongly condemned the Supreme Court’s decision to terminate criminal proceedings against the Indian Army involved in the Oting massacre case. This tragic event occurred in Nagaland’s Mon district in December 2021, where 14 civilians lost their lives due to a botched military…