The Supreme Court has ruled that the Waqf Act, 1995 does not automatically remove the jurisdiction of civil courts. It clarified that Waqf Tribunals can decide only those matters specifically granted to them under the law, not all waqf-related disputes.
Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna will retire on May 13, 2025, with Justice BR Gavai sworn in as his successor on May 14. The significant WAQF case will be heard on May 15, marking a critical start for Gavai’s tenure, which aims to address key legal issues involving community rights and property administration.