October 16, 2024, 05:05 PM - 4 min read
In a significant legal battle, the Gujarat government is facing scrutiny over its recent demolition activities in Gir Somnath, particularly concerning places of worship and other structures belonging to the local Muslim community. This situation has escalated to the Supreme Court, where the government has provided its justification for the demolitions.
Read more
October 1, 2024, 04:52 PM - 6 min read
The Supreme Court of India has made a significant ruling regarding encroachments by religious structures on public spaces. During a hearing on Tuesday, the top court emphasised that public safety is paramount and any religious structure, whether it be a temple, dargah, or gurdwara, that obstructs roads or railway tracks must be removed.
Read more
September 17, 2024, 06:22 PM - 2 min read
The Supreme Court of India has put a nationwide halt on property demolitions until October 1, with certain exceptions. The court's order stipulates that no demolitions should occur without explicit permission from the court during this period. However, this freeze does not apply to unauthorised constructions on public roads, footpaths, or similar areas.
Read more
September 5, 2024, 04:32 PM - 2 min read
Mayawati also asked the government and the Samajwadi Party to leave the "bulldozer politics" to the Supreme Court "where there is full hope of getting justice."
Read more
February 29, 2024, 02:22 PM - 2 min read
The recent demolition drive conducted by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) in Khajoori Khas has stirred controversy, particularly with the razing of the house belonging to Wakeel Hassan, a rat-hole miner who played a pivotal role in the Uttarakhand tunnel rescue operation.
Read more