Today, On 22nd March, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s absence from Manipur as Supreme Court judges recently visited the violence-hit state. He criticized Modi for not addressing the ongoing crisis and urged him to take direct action. The visit by the judges highlights the gravity of the situation, raising concerns about the government’s response. Ramesh’s remarks add to the political pressure on the BJP-led central government.
Indira Jaising criticized the Supreme Court judges’ visit to Manipur, questioning their priorities. She remarked that while a “fire is burning in their backyard” in Delhi, six judges, including collegium members, traveled to Manipur. She urged them to first address pressing issues at home before extending relief elsewhere. Jaising emphasized that the “burning question” must be answered.
Manipur views the Supreme Court judges’ visit with both hope and skepticism. The visit gains significance as neither the Prime Minister nor the Home Minister has set foot in the state since May 2023. Many see it as a chance for justice, while others doubt its impact. The situation highlights the government’s continued absence from the conflict-hit region.
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NEW DELHI: Today, 21st March, A six-member team of Supreme Court judges is set to visit the northeastern state affected by ethnic violence. The delegation includes Justice B R Gavai, Justice Surya Kant, Justice Vikram Nath, Justice M M Sundresh, Justice K V Vishwanathan, and Justice N Kotiswar Singh.
New Delhi: Today, 17th March, The Supreme Court has given the Central Government three months to complete the pending delimitation process in the northeastern states of Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and Assam. This decision came after the Centre, through Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, requested additional time to conduct the exercise.
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President’s Rule has been imposed in Manipur on Thursday (13th Feb), just four days after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned from his post. The resignation comes nearly 21 months after ethnic violence erupted in the state, leading to the deaths of more than 250 people and the displacement of thousands.
With Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigning on Sunday, the state’s political landscape has been thrust into uncertainty. The immediate challenge for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is to finalize his successor, but party insiders suggest that the central leadership may opt to delay this decision to reach a broader consensus. This has raised the possibility of President’s Rule being imposed in the state, at least temporarily.
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.
Today, On 28th January, The Chief Justice of India (CJI) agreed to consider an urgent hearing for a plea accusing Manipur Chief Minister Biren Singh of involvement in organizing violence in the state. The petition seeks a court-monitored investigation by an SIT into leaked audio clips allegedly implicating the CM.
The Supreme Court has granted the Manipur government eight weeks to respond to a petition challenging the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system, which restricts entry for non-indigenous individuals. Critics argue it undermines national integration and tourism while violating constitutional rights. The decision highlights tensions between regional governance and individual freedoms, with potential significant implications for India’s legal landscape.
