Today, On 4th June, The Supreme Court rejected the Delhi Waqf Board’s claim over a Delhi Gurdwara, stating, “You should relinquish the claim.” The Board had said the mosque, “Masjid Takia Babbar Shah,” existed since time immemorial for religious use.
The Centre informed the Supreme Court that the trials in the Anti-Sikh riots cases were conducted in a manner that led to the acquittal of the accused. The Supreme Court bench noted that the central government must explain why all the acquittals and dismissals were not appealed in higher courts. This raises concerns about the handling of the cases. The government has been asked to provide clarity on the issue.
Today, On 6th January, The Supreme Court has scheduled the hearing of Sajjan Kumar’s appeal in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots case for July. The court clarified that if the final hearing faces delays, it will consider suspending his sentence. Kumar, a former Congress leader, was convicted in 2018 for his role in the riots. The case remains one of the most significant legal battles linked to the tragic events of 1984.
A lawyer filed a complaint against Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of making controversial remarks about Sikhs during a visit to the US. The lawyer claims Gandhi’s comments have hurt the sentiments of the Sikh community. The complaint has been submitted to the Home Minister, Delhi Police, and NIA, urging them to take action, claiming Gandhi’s intent to provoke communal hatred and disrupt the Indian government.