The Allahabad High Court rejected a plea filed by Muslim parties challenging a Varanasi court order allowing Hindu prayers in the southern cellar of the Gyanvapi Mosque. This decision is part of a civil court case disputing the religious nature of the Gyanvapi compound, with conflicting claims about historical possession and the demolition of an ancient temple.
The Delhi High Court rejected a PIL challenging the Sunehri Bagh Mosque demolition, citing pending similar petitions. The court noted the Delhi Waqf Board’s actions to protect waqf properties and closed the petition. The petitioner’s request to quash a public notice seeking mosque removal due to traffic congestion was also mentioned as the proceedings continue before a single judge.
The Delhi High Court has ordered a status quo on a 600-year-old mosque demolished by the DDA in Mehrauli. This decision follows a plea by the Delhi Waqf Board, reflecting the ongoing debate over preserving historical and religious sites. The case raises complex issues about land use, conservation, and heritage preservation in urbanizing spaces like Delhi.
The Allahabad High Court rejected the Anjuman Intezamia Masjid Committee’s plea, allowing Hindu prayers in the Gyanvapi mosque’s southern cellar. The All India Muslim Personal Law Board expressed astonishment and announced plans to challenge the ruling in the Supreme Court. They criticized the court for not affording the Muslim side an opportunity to present their perspective. The AIMPLB plans to seek an audience with President Droupadi Murmu. Additionally, they alleged a separate law for the majority in courts and questioned the fairness of the judicial system. The Gyanvapi case has sparked controversy and raised concerns about religious rights and judicial equality.
In the Gyanvapi-Kashi Vishwanath case, a Varanasi district court has ordered the release of the ASI survey report to all parties involved, ensuring transparency and fairness in the legal proceedings. This decision allows both sides to review and challenge the findings, marking a critical juncture in the case’s progression.