August 25, 2023 8:56 PM

SC transfers all CBI cases pertaining to Manipur violence to a set of designated judges in Assam

The Supreme Court, in its order on Friday, transferred all cases being probed by the CBI in connection with the Manipur violence cases to a set of designated judges in Assam to ensure the safety and protection of victims and witnesses for a fair trial. A bench of the Supreme Court, headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dr D Y Chandrachud, passed the interim order after hearing a batch of petitions that had been filed after the horrific Manipur violence. The Apex Court said in its orde...