Today, On 3rd February, The Supreme Court sought a forensic report on audio clips linked to Manipur Chief Minister Biren Singh amid allegations of instigating violence. The request comes as part of the investigation into the ongoing clashes in the state. The court aims to verify the authenticity of the recordings.
Former Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court, Justice Siddharth Mridul, spoke about hidden forces causing violence in Manipur. At a panel discussion, he said, “Whenever the situation appears to return to normalcy, someone injects a fresh dose of violence.” His remarks point to deliberate attempts to disturb peace in the region. These comments have started conversations about the reasons behind the ongoing unrest.
“Displaced people are not hostages of…” said former Manipur High Court Chief Justice Siddharth Mridul, raising concerns about repeated violence. He shared his view that some groups might be purposely causing unrest. “Whenever the situation starts getting better, new violence begins,” he said, pointing out this pattern. His remarks highlight the ongoing struggle to bring peace to the region.
The Supreme Court on Thursday (5th Dec) set aside a Manipur High Court order requiring the CBI to locate a fugitive rape convict, deeming it unnecessary. The Court observed that the state had already formed a special team for this purpose, and the CBI’s involvement would duplicate efforts. The convict, Timothy L. Changsang, was previously convicted under the POCSO Act for multiple offenses.
Justice NK Singh, born on March 1, 1963, in Imphal, Manipur, assumed office as a Supreme Court judge on July 18, 2024, marking a milestone as Manipur’s first judge in the Supreme Court. His judicial career includes significant roles in various high courts and notable rulings in cases related to nationality and citizenship.
Justice P.V. Sanjay Kumar, born on August 14, 1963, in Hyderabad, assumed office on February 6, 2023, and will retire on August 13, 2028. He completed his education in Commerce and Law, began his career in his father’s law office, and has held significant positions, including Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court.
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of District Judge aspirant Salam Samarjeet Singh, who had been disqualified due to a last-minute change in cut-off rules. The three-judge bench’s decision, led by Justices Roy, Dhulia, and Bhatti, ended Singh’s nine-year legal battle and ordered his immediate appointment.
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 Manipur High Court utilized ChatGPT for legal research in a service-related case. Justice A Guneshwar Sharma employed the AI tool to overturn the removal of a Village Defence Force (VDF) member. The court found the removal order to violate principles of natural justice, leading to the immediate reinstatement of the petitioner.
Chief Justice Siddharth Mridul of the Manipur High Court emphasized the transformative role of technology in enhancing legal accessibility and efficiency during the foundation day celebrations. New tech projects, including an e-filing system, virtual traffic court, and digital high court reports, underscore the comprehensive approach taken by the court towards embracing technology for justice.