Purely Publicity Interest Litigation, Go and Pray Lord Vishnu: Supreme Court Rejects Plea for Restoration of Idol at Khajuraho’s Javari Temple

Today, On 16th September, The Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking restoration of a 7-foot beheaded Lord Vishnu idol at Khajuraho’s Javari temple, remarking, “Purely publicity interest litigation, go and pray Lord Vishnu,” stressing ASI’s permission is mandatory.

Supreme Court clears Rs 229 crore Jetty project near Gateway of India, dismisses appeal

The Supreme Court dismissed a plea against the Rs 229 crore passenger jetty near Gateway of India, upholding the Bombay High Court’s nod with strict conditions. Petitioners had raised heritage and congestion concerns, but the Court favored public interest.

Supreme Court on Mehrauli Monuments: ‘ASI Should Supervise Repair and Renovation’

Today, On 19th August, The Supreme Court directed that the Archaeological Survey of India should supervise the preservation, repair, and renovation of monuments in Delhi’s Mehrauli Archaeological Park, including the historic Ashiq Allah Dargah and Chillagah of Baba Farid.

“Declare ‘Gumti of Shaikh Ali’ Protected, No Delay Now”: Supreme Court Orders Delhi Govt

SC directs fresh notification to safeguard Lodhi-era monument; orders demolition of illegal structures and Rs 40 lakh compensation by encroachers.