The Madras High Court issued a split verdict on animal sacrifices at the Sikkandar Badhusha Dargah. Justice Nisha Banu upheld religious freedoms, while Justice S Srimathy required historical proof for the practice before 1920. The case will now be referred to the Chief Justice for resolution of the differing opinions.
NBDSA has instructed all news broadcasters to ensure thumbnails and tickers accurately reflect the program’s content. This follows a complaint against Times Now Navbharat for a misleading thumbnail suggesting harassment by Muslim men, which contradicted the women’s actual statements in the interview, highlighting broader concerns over media accuracy and communal harmony.
The Allahabad High Court granted bail to Sachin Sirohi and Sanjay Samarval, accused of inciting communal tension by chanting ‘Hanuman Chalisa’ near a mosque in Meerut. The court emphasized that pre-trial detention should not be punitive and affirmed the principle of presumption of innocence, imposing conditions to ensure compliance with the investigation.
The Rajasthan High Court criticized the FIR against Arnab Goswami, calling it an attempt to suppress journalistic freedom. The case was filed based on a complaint by Congress leader Pawan Khera. It relates to Republic Bharat’s coverage of a temple demolition in Rajgarh, Alwar. The court’s remarks highlight concerns over press freedom and political influence in legal actions.
The Congress party Today(16th Jan) has petitioned the Supreme Court to defend the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, amid challenges questioning its constitutional validity by BJP leader Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay. The Act aims to preserve the religious status of places of worship as of August 15, 1947, promoting India’s secular fabric.
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NEW DELHI: Today(6th Jan): A Hindu group, the Akhil Bhartiya Sant Samiti, has approached the Supreme Court to challenge the constitutional validity of the 1991 Places of Worship Act, claiming it infringes on fundamental rights and prevents communities from reclaiming religious sites. The law maintains the status quo of religious places since 1947, excluding disputes related to the Babri Masjid.
The Ajmer Dargah chief criticized recent claims about mosques and highlighted the tragic consequences of such disputes, referencing a recent incident in Sambhal where five died. He accused petitioners of seeking personal interests. Concerns were raised about rising communal tensions linked to court rulings challenging the status of religious sites, primarily by Hindu groups.
Today, On 28th November, Mehbooba Mufti and Sajad Lone raised concerns over a court notice linking Ajmer Sharif Dargah to a Shiva temple, warning of threats to religious harmony. Lone criticized society’s focus on temple searches over technological innovation, contrasting India’s regression with Dubai’s progress, while emphasizing tolerance and spirituality as essential values.
On November 6, 2024, the NBDSA ordered News18 India to remove the “Baba Bageshwar Exclusive Interview” for promoting superstition and religious discord. The complaint, filed by Indrajeet Ghorpade, highlighted the broadcaster’s responsibility for guests’ inflammatory remarks. NBDSA emphasized adherence to ethical codes in media reporting.
A BSP candidate, Kushwaha Shivpujan Mehta, filed a legal complaint against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of disturbing communal harmony during an election rally. Sarma’s remarks about potentially naming a newly elevated district after Hindu deities sparked concerns over rising communal tensions, emphasizing the need for responsible political discourse.