Former BSP MLA Mukhtar Ansari has been convicted in a 34-year-old case for forging signatures to obtain an arms license. The special MP/MLA court found him guilty under several sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Arms Act. The sentencing is scheduled for Wednesday, and he faces the potential for life imprisonment.
The Varanasi district court in Uttar Pradesh is set to deliver its verdict on February 27th regarding a criminal complaint lodged against well-known stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra. The case centers on allegations that Kamra disrespected the Indian National Flag through a contentious tweet, sparking widespread debate over the limits of satire and freedom of expression […]
The Varanasi District Court is set to address a Hindu plea for an ASI survey of Gyanvapi Mosque basements, impacting worship activities and seeking insight into its historical and religious significance. The postponement of the hearing is influenced by anticipation of a related hearing at the Allahabad High Court, set for February 12. The legal contention revolves around orders impacting the use of the mosque’s cellar and the plea for an ASI survey.
The Allahabad High Court is currently hearing the Gyanvapi mosque dispute, with the Muslim side challenged to prove their possession of the mosque’s southern cellar in 1993. The court’s directive against media engagement highlights its commitment to integrity. The case is of national interest and could set significant legal precedents for religious and cultural disputes in India.
A Hindu party seeks an Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) survey of the Gyanvapi Mosque’s cellars to establish its religious significance, highlighting the ongoing dispute with the Muslim community. The petitioner advocates for modern methods to access blocked cellars without damaging the mosque’s structure, reflecting the broader quest for historical truth and religious reconciliation in India.
A Varanasi court has ordered Hindu rituals to be performed in the Gyanvapi Mosque’s southern cellar. The decision mandates the creation of a conducive environment for these practices within seven days, reflecting the broader religious and cultural debates in India. The court’s directive has significant implications for the country’s religious and social landscape.
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has recently approached the Varanasi court with a significant plea concerning the Gyanvapi survey report. The ASI has requested an extension of four weeks before making the survey findings public, a move that has drawn attention in legal and historical circles. Also read-Allahabad High Court Reserves Judgment In High-Profile […]
In a significant development concerning the Gyanvapi Mosque complex in Varanasi, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has sought an additional 15 days to submit its comprehensive survey report. This request was made to the Varanasi District Court, which had previously set a deadline of November 17 for the submission of the report. Also read- […]
The Gyanvapi-Kashi Vishwanath case has taken a new turn as the Varanasi district court recently ordered the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to conduct a survey of the Gyanvapi Mosque premises. This decision comes in the backdrop of claims made by Hindu devotees, who approached the civil court asserting their right to worship inside the […]