Today, On 16th April, Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal, arguing before the Supreme Court, strongly opposed the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. He said allowing a state-appointed Collector to decide if a property is waqf makes the officer a “judge in his own cause”, which is unconstitutional.
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The US Supreme Court rejected an emergency plea by Tahawwur Rana, an accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, seeking to block his extradition to India. Rana had opposed his transfer, but the court dismissed his request. With this decision, his extradition process moves forward. India has been pursuing his return to face trial.
26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana has asked the US Supreme Court to stop his extradition to India, fearing torture. He said that being a Muslim of Pakistani origin, he could face ill-treatment. Rana claims that sending him to India would put his life in danger. His request aims to stop the process, raising human rights issues.
Today, On 28th February, The Allahabad High Court ruled that no painting will be done at the Jama Masjid in Sambhal, allowing only cleaning of the premises. The decision came after the ASI inspected the site and found no need for painting. The Muslim side had requested painting before Ramadan, but the Hindu side opposed it, citing concerns over evidence tampering. The court’s ruling brings relief to the Hindu side while the Muslim side may present further arguments in the next hearing.
The Uttarakhand High Court Today (Feb 12) sent notices to the Central and State governments regarding multiple petitions challenging the recently implemented Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Petitioners argue that the UCC violates fundamental rights under the Constitution, interferes with religious practices, and imposes unconstitutional restrictions on marriage and live-in relationships. The court has combined similar petitions and will hear the matter after six weeks.