The Karnataka High Court has granted anticipatory bail to an individual accused of sharing a controversial image on WhatsApp amidst the backdrop of the Manipur violence. The image, which depicted a half-naked woman draped in the tricolour, had sparked significant outrage, leading to legal action under Section 67 of the Information Technology (IT) Act. Also […]
Upholding Constitutional Provisions In a significant judicial development, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has issued an interim order that effectively restricts the six Chief Parliamentary Secretaries (CPS) appointed by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu from enjoying the privileges typically granted to cabinet rank ministers. This decision, passed by a division bench comprising Justice Vivek Thakur […]
In a significant development addressing the aftermath of violence in Manipur, the Supreme Court of India has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety and rights of those affected, especially in light of the upcoming Christmas festivities. The bench, led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud and comprising Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, […]
The Supreme Court of India, in a recent ruling, declined to entertain a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that sought the establishment of a commission to resolve ongoing ethnic conflicts among the Nagas, Meiteis, and Kukis in Manipur. The bench, led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud and comprising Justices J.B. Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, was hearing […]
In a significant development concerning the ongoing ethnic tensions in Manipur, a Supreme Court–appointed committee, led by former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Justice Gita Mittal, has accused state non-government organizations (NGOs) of exacerbating the situation. The committee’s report, based on its first field visit, highlights a disturbing scenario where these NGOs are allegedly hindering the […]
In a landmark judgment, the Manipur High Court has issued a directive to the State Government to lift the mobile internet ban in areas that have not been affected by recent violence. This nuanced decision comes amidst an extended internet suspension that was slated to continue until November 8, due to ethnic conflicts between the […]
The Supreme Court of India, under the bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, Justice JB Pardiwala, and Justice Manoj Misra, has been actively monitoring the aftermath of the violence in Manipur. In a recent development, the Court directed the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to ensure that Aadhaar cards are issued to individuals displaced […]
Supreme Court Expresses Concern Over Lawyers’ Reluctance in Manipur Due to Threats The Supreme Court, on Tuesday, delved into serious concerns raised by petitioners from Manipur, who claimed that lawyers in the state are hesitant to represent them due to threats and intimidation. Senior Advocate Anand Grover, representing the petitioners, informed the apex court about […]
Manipur Lawyers Withdraw from Representing Kuki Professor Amidst Threats and Mob Attack In a turn of events that has raised eyebrows in the legal community, four Imphal-based lawyers have decided to recuse themselves from representing Professor Kham Khan Suan Hausing, a distinguished member of the Kuki community, in a case before the Manipur High Court. […]
Manipur Violence: Supreme Court Transfers CBI Cases to Assam Amidst Concerns In a significant development, the Supreme Court has decided to transfer the trial of CBI cases related to the recent Manipur violence to Assam. This decision comes amidst concerns over the ongoing unrest in Manipur, which has been rife with ethnic clashes and allegations […]
