The Supreme Court stressed the need for a unified position from the state in legal matters, especially when represented by a single litigant. In a case involving Mizoram’s forest and revenue departments, the court reinstated an appeal to ensure consistency and efficiency in judicial processes, urging a swift resolution within three months.
The Gauhati High Court, led by Justice Devashis Baruah, annulled the appointments of 935 Nagaland police constables due to irregularities. The Court mandated a new, legally compliant recruitment process within six months, addressing concerns over “backdoor appointments.” Previous appointees may remain for six months until replacements are made.
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On Monday(16th Sept),The Gauhati High Court has addressed the custodial death of Tafazzul Islam, a 24-year-old gang rape suspect, by issuing notices to government officials. This action follows a petition from Abdul Awal, the deceased’s father, demanding a comprehensive investigation and compensation.
Supreme Court Justice BR Gavai praised the Kesavananda Bharati judgment for advancing social and economic justice during the SN Bhuyan centenary lecture. He highlighted the evolution of fundamental rights and the strides made in ensuring social and economic justice, particularly for women and marginalized communities. The event honored SN Bhuyan, father of current Supreme Court judge Justice Ujjal Bhuyan.
Today, On 16th July, the Centre approved the appointments of Justices N Kotiswar Singh and R Mahadevan as Supreme Court judges, following the recommendation of the Supreme Court Collegium on July 11. Once confirmed, the court will have a full complement of 34 judges. Justice Singh will be the first Supreme Court judge from Manipur, and Justice Mahadevan has extensive experience in the legal field.
The Supreme Court has temporarily halted the deportation of a woman declared a foreigner by an Assam Tribunal. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and two other judges directed a pause on coercive actions, calling for responses from government bodies within three months. The woman, Maya Barman, faces challenges proving her citizenship and seeks the apex court’s assistance.
Today, 18th April, The Gauhati High Court rejected Assam MP Naba Sarania’s appeal against the revocation of his Scheduled Tribe (ST) status, preventing him from contesting in ST-reserved constituencies. Sarania, representing the Kokrajhar (ST) constituency, challenged the decision by a State Level Scrutiny Committee, but the court dismissed his petition, upholding the committee’s decision.
The Gauhati High Court, in a significant ruling related to a POCSO case, emphasized that hymen rupture is not a necessary indication in all instances of penetrative assault. This decision marks a shift in understanding and evaluating evidence in such cases, focusing on the broader context of assault rather than physical signs alone. The judgment highlights the importance of thoughtful evaluation and a thorough approach when dealing with cases of sexual violence governed by the POCSO Act.
The Supreme Court cautioned against misrepresenting facts or prejudicing ongoing legal proceedings through social media comments, expressing concern over the misuse of social media in pending court matters. They also addressed a contempt case involving premature social media claims of victory. The Court emphasized the seriousness of parties interfering with ongoing proceedings.