Shebait/Archak Duty bound To Protect Temple Property; Cannot Usurp It For Their Own Gains: SC [Read Judgment]

"The Shebait or archaka is obligated to act solely for the idol's benefit."

[Ayodhya Hearing] [Day 25] : Birth Place Of Lord Ram Cannot Be Regarded As A Juristic Person, Argues Sunni Waqf Board

On day 25 of the Ayodhya-Babri land dispute hearing, senior advocate, Dr. Rajeev Dhavan resumed his argument about the Janmasthan not being a juridical person. With the example of Janmashtami, Dhavan stressed that Lord Krishna's birthday is celebrated but it isn't a juridical person. However Justice Bobde shot down the example saying that was pertaining to time, not place. Justice DY...

There Is No Concept Of Negative Equality Under Article 14 Of Constitution, Says SC [Read Judgment]

"What is unaffected by the repeal of a statute is a right acquired or accrued and not mere hope or expectation of or liberty to apply for acquiring a right."

'Kerala Is An India Territory; Its Courts Are Bound By SC Judgments': SC Sets Aside Kerala HC Order In Church Case [Read Order]

"It is made clear to all concerned more so, to the Courts that in future the violation of judgment and order to be viewed seriously."

NDPS Act- Court Should Be Satisfied That Confession Is Voluntary And Accused Was Apprised Of His Rights: SC [Read Judgment]

" Even if it is admissible, the Court has to be satisfied that it is a voluntary statement, free from any pressure and also that the accused was apprised of his rights before recording the confession."

Restrictions In J&K Are Being Gradually Withdrawn, Centre Tells SC [Read Statement]

The Central government today filed a statement in the Supreme Court telling that the situation in Kashmir was approaching a stage where restrictions in the region may not be required.The centre submitted that the "pre-emptive action" of imposing restrictions in the valley was in national interest, particularly to prevent any loss of life or property in the aftermath of the decision to revoke...

Consumer Forum Has Jurisdiction To Adjudicate Dispute Concerning Validity Of Statutory Due Arising Out Of Deficiency In Service: SC [Read Judgment]

The Supreme Court has held that determination of the dispute concerning the validity of the imposition of a statutory due arising out of a "deficiency in service", can be undertaken by the consumer fora as per the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act. A three judge bench comprising of Justice NV Ramana, Justice Mohan M. Shanthanagoudar and Justice Ajay Rastogi was answering a...

Ayodhya Mediation Panel Files Memo In SC Seeking Directions On Requests To Resume Settlement Talks

The Ayodhya mediation panel has has moved a memorandum in the Supreme Court to seek directions regarding requests made by Nirvani Akhara and Sunni Waqf Board - parties in the case - to resume mediation for the settlement of the dispute.The panel has however clarified that the parties are not seeking to stop the Court proceedings.It was on March 8 that the the CJI-led Constitution Bench...

SC Seeks Registry's Report On Feasibility Of Live Streaming Ayodhya Hearing

The Supreme Court on Monday sought a report from the Registry regarding the feasibility of live streaming the proceedings in the Ayodhya-Babri Masjid case.The plea for live streaming was made by former RSS chief KN Govindacharya.Senior Advocate Vikas Singh, appearing for petitioner, submitted before the bench headed by CJI Gogoi that the case was of social and cultural significance, and for...

Plea For Reconstruction Of Guru Ravidas Temple Referred To CJI For Placing Before The Bench Which Ordered Demolition

The Supreme Court bench consisting of Justices Banumathi and Bopanna on Monday referred the petition seeking reconstruction of Guru Ravidas Temple to the Chief Justice of India for passing appropriate orders regarding placing it before the bench which had ordered the demolition of the temple.It was the bench consisting of Justices Arun Mishra and M R Shah which ordered on August 9 the...

I Will Personally Speak To CJ Of J&K High Court To Verify If There Is Difficulty In Approaching It : CJI Gogoi [Read Order]

The Supreme Court on Monday took serious note of the submission made by Senior Advocate Huzefa Ahmadi that people are finding it difficult to approach the Jammu and Kashmir High Court."This is an extremely serious submission. We must verify this", said CJI Ranjan Gogoi, who was heading the bench, while passing an order seeking a report from the Chief Justice of J&K High Court."We must know...

Make Every Effort To Restore Normalcy In Kashmir By Keeping Interests Of National Security In Mind : SC Tells Centre [Read Order]

"The State of Jammu & Kashmir, keeping in mind the national interest and internal security, shall make all endeavours to ensure that normal life is restored inKashmir; people have access to healthcare facilities and schools, colleges and other educational institutions and public transport functions and operates normally. All forms of communication, subject to overriding consideration...