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.
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.
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.
SC directs fresh notification to safeguard Lodhi-era monument; orders demolition of illegal structures and Rs 40 lakh compensation by encroachers.
Today, On 16th December, The Jaunpur Court is poised to deliver a verdict today on the Swaraj Vahini Association’s petition for an Amin survey of the Atala Mosque. The case’s significance is heightened by a recent Supreme Court ruling that restricts courts from ordering surveys of disputed sites, raising concerns over historical ownership and legal precedents.
