Retired Supreme Court judge Justice A.S. Oka said, “No religion condones environmental destruction or cruelty to animals,” while stressing that every faith teaches compassion and care for nature at an SCBA lecture on clean air and climate justice.
Today, On 9th June, Bombay High Court modified its ban on PoP Ganapati idols, allowing artisans and petitioners to make them. However, the court clearly stated they cannot be immersed in natural water bodies without taking prior permission from the court. Mumbai: The Bombay High Court revised its January ruling that had imposed a complete […]
Today, On 6th November, The Delhi High Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that sought permission to conduct Chhath Puja on the banks of the Yamuna River. The court cited the severe pollution levels in the Yamuna, stating that it would be unsafe for people to enter the river’s waters for the festival. Observing potential health risks, the court emphasized the need to protect public safety. The decision highlights ongoing concerns about the Yamuna’s pollution levels and its impact on public gatherings.the Delhi High Court rejected a Public Interest Litigation seeking permission for Chhath Puja on the Yamuna River banks due to severe pollution posing health risks. The court emphasized public safety, underlining ongoing concerns about the river’s contamination and its implications for public gatherings and rituals associated with the festival.