The Supreme Court has directed the Manipur High Court to resolve whether expired gram panchayat members can stay in office when an administrator is appointed. A three-month deadline was set for this decision amid concerns over ongoing violence preventing elections. The legality of these elected positions hinges on amendments to the Manipur Panchayati Raj Act.
The Supreme Court on Monday (6th Jan) declined to hear a petition challenging Ashwani Kumar’s appointment as Administrator of the Delhi Waqf Board. The petitioner argues that Kumar unlawfully occupies the position post the Board’s term expiration in August 2023, and claims conflicts of interest exist due to his previous demolition recommendations of historical Waqf properties.
Today, On 4th October, the Delhi High Court demanded reports from the Kalkaji Temple Mahant and local police after a 17-year-old’s death due to an exposed wire. Justice Singh highlighted past safety concerns and ordered accountability for crowd management, emphasizing the need for improved safety protocols at the temple, particularly during festival seasons.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a petition seeking to overturn the appointment of the Delhi Waqf Board administrator, imposing a fine of Rs.10,000 on the petitioner for filing a baseless challenge. The court deemed the petition an abuse of legal process and upheld the administrator’s appointment, emphasizing the need to discourage frivolous litigations.
On 30th April: The Delhi High Court expressed concern about unauthorized constructions on Waqf properties, highlighting the lack of oversight. It emphasized the need for effective monitoring. The court discussed a specific case in Nizamuddin East and questioned the authorities about the ongoing dispute between the Waqf Board and the Delhi Development Authority. There are also concerns about the administrator’s actions.
The Delhi High Court has ordered a swift investigation into the tragic incident at Kalkaji temple, where a woman died in a stage collapse during a religious event. The court emphasized the need for permission for such events and directed the police to take action against those responsible. Safety protocols and crowd management were highlighted for future events.
