Sabarimala Purification Row : CJI Declines Early Hearing Of Contempt Action Against Chief Priest Of Temple

Stating that the shutting down of Sabarimala temple for "purification ritual" after the entry of two women violated SC verdict, contempt action has been sought against the Chief Priest of the temple. The petition was mentioned before the Supreme Court today. However, the CJI turned down the request for urgent consideration of the matter. "We cannot constitute separate bench for...