The Supreme Court today (25th Oct) declined a request for an interim status quo on the demolition of Muslim religious structures in Gujarat, informed by the state’s assurance that the land will remain government-owned. Ongoing legal disputes include challenges to earlier court decisions and concerns over alleged unauthorized demolitions impacting recognized sites. Further hearings are scheduled.
Today, On 15th May, The Supreme Court set guidelines for government land acquisitions to ensure fairness and transparency. The ruling emphasizes procedures to respect property rights. The decision affects land acquisition practices nationwide. In a specific case, the Kolkata Municipal Corporation’s land acquisition was deemed illegal, highlighting the significance of adhering to the established principles.
A Turning Point in India’s Historical Religious Dispute: Gyanvapi Mosque Case New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India, on January 16, 2024, in a significant development, addressed the contentious Gyanvapi mosque case, instructing the Hindu women plaintiffs to file a formal application for an archaeological survey of a sealed section within the mosque. This direction […]
The Supreme Court of India, on January 10, decided to adjourn the bail hearing of former Jawaharlal Nehru University student leader Umar Khalid, involved in the Delhi riots larger conspiracy case, to January 24. This decision came after requests for adjournment from both sides, with Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal, representing Khalid, and the Delhi Police […]