'Hindus demanding temple are 'dictators-tyrants', always against the law': Retired SC judge cries foul over Supreme Court's verdict on Ram Mandir
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Hindus demanding temple are 'dictators-tyrants', always against the law': Retired SC judge cries foul over Supreme Court's verdict on Ram Mandir

Op India  

The Supreme Court in the year 2019 concluded the long-standing controversy revolving around Ayodhya’s Ram Janmahoomi by delivering a verdict in favour of truth. On Thursday, 6th December, former Supreme Court judge Justice Rohinton Nariman criticized the 5 judge bench that delivered the Ayodhya verdict 5 years ago and said that the verdict was nothing but a ‘mockery of justice’ that violated the basic principle of secularism. The Hindus have sought the temple’s rightful place within the framework of the law, even when their deity was constantly being dismissed and disrespected as ‘imaginary.’ If Hindus had truly acted outside the law, the Babri Masjid would not have stood until December 6th, 1992, nor would the temple consecration have been planned 3 decades later. Rohinton Nariman’s displeasure with the Ram Temple decision can also be traced back to statements made by his father, Fali S. Nariman, one of the country’s most prominent lawyers.

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Allahabad HC judge withdraws from Ram Temple seminar at Kumbh Mela after ‘hate speech’ row
2 months, 1 week ago

Allahabad HC judge withdraws from Ram Temple seminar at Kumbh Mela after ‘hate speech’ row

Hindustan Times  

Allahabad High Court judge Justice Shekhar Yadav, whose speech at a VHP event in December kicked up a controversy, has opted out of a seminar on the Ram temple movement in the Kumbh Mela area on January 22, where he was scheduled to deliver the keynote address, an organiser said on Saturday. Judge Shekhar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court, …

Senior advocate J Sai Deepak debunks ex-judge Nariman's comments on Ram Mandir verdict
3 months ago

Senior advocate J Sai Deepak debunks ex-judge Nariman's comments on Ram Mandir verdict

Op India  

Earlier this month, former Supreme Court judge Justice Rohinton Nariman criticised the 5 judge bench that delivered the Ayodhya Ram Mandir verdict 5 years ago saying that the verdict was nothing but a ‘mockery of justice’. “Read the Allahabad High Court judgement, read the addendum to the judgement of the Supreme Court and then you will see that there are …

SC lawyer J Sai Deepak debunks ex-judge Nariman's comments on Ram Mandir verdict
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3 months ago

SC lawyer J Sai Deepak debunks ex-judge Nariman's comments on Ram Mandir verdict

Op India  

Earlier this month, former Supreme Court judge Justice Rohinton Nariman criticised the 5 judge bench that delivered the Ayodhya Ram Mandir verdict 5 years ago saying that the verdict was nothing but a ‘mockery of justice’. In an ANI podcast, senior Supreme Court lawyer J Sai Deepak slammed Nariman for his controversial remarks. What is unreasonable about this position?” Sai …

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat warns against fresh temple-mosque disputes – ‘not acceptable to resort to extreme hatred’
3 months ago

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat warns against fresh temple-mosque disputes – ‘not acceptable to resort to extreme hatred’

Live Mint  

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat has said that it is ‘unacceptable’ to rake up new temple-mosque disputes in India while reiterating that Ram Mandir in Ayodhya was a matter of faith. “Under the burden of the extreme past, it is not acceptable to resort to extreme hatred, malice, enmity, suspicion and rake up such new issues on a daily …

Rajya Sabha MPs led by Kapil Sibal submit impeachment motion against Justice Shekhar Yadav: The proudly biased secularism of Indian 'liberals'
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rajya Sabha MPs led by Kapil Sibal submit impeachment motion against Justice Shekhar Yadav: The proudly biased secularism of Indian 'liberals'

Op India  

A motion to remove Allahabad High Court Judge Shekhar Kumar Yadav from office was submitted to the Rajya Sabha Secretary-General on 13th December over his allegedly controversial statements. According to the motion, Justice Yadav “engaged in hate speech and incitement to communal disharmony in violation of the Constitution of India” in his speech and lecture at a Vishva Hindu Parishad …

Justice AM Ahmadi Biography Review: Legacy of India’s Fearless Supreme Court Judge
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Justice AM Ahmadi Biography Review: Legacy of India’s Fearless Supreme Court Judge

The Hindu  

Published : Dec 10, 2024 10:15 IST - 5 MINS READ The heart of Insiyah Vahanvaty’s biography of Justice A.M. Ahmadi is the role played by him on the bench, with special attention to his dissenting opinions. The Fearless Judge: The Life and Times of Justice A. M. Ahmadi By Insiyah Vahanvaty Juggernaut By Insiyah Vahanvaty Pages: 347 Price: Rs.629 …

Travesty of Justice that secularism not given its due in Ayodhya Verdict: former SC Judge Nariman
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Travesty of Justice that secularism not given its due in Ayodhya Verdict: former SC Judge Nariman

The Hindu  

Former Supreme Court Judge Justice R.F. Nariman has criticised the Supreme Court's 2019 Judgment in the Ramjanmabhoomi-Babri Masjid case, describing it as a "great travesty of Justice" that did not do justice to the principle of secularism. Speaking at the First Justice A.M. Ahmadi Memorial Lecture on 'Secularism and the Indian Constitution', Justice Nariman, however, said the judgment had a …

Travesty of justice that secularism not given its due in Ayodhya verdict, says ex-SC judge Nariman
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Travesty of justice that secularism not given its due in Ayodhya verdict, says ex-SC judge Nariman

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Former Supreme Court Justice R F Nariman has criticised the top court's 2019 judgement in the Ramjanmabhoomi-Babri Masjid case, describing it as a "great travesty of justice" that did not do justice to the principle of secularism. Speaking at the First Justice A M Ahmadi Memorial Lecture on 'Secularism and the Indian Constitution', Justice Nariman, however, said the …

Great Travesty Of Justice That Secularism Wasn't Given Its Due By Supreme Court In Babri Masjid Dispute: Justice RF Nariman
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Great Travesty Of Justice That Secularism Wasn't Given Its Due By Supreme Court In Babri Masjid Dispute: Justice RF Nariman

Live Law  

Retired Supreme Court Judge, Justice RF Nariman expressed that the judgements that the Supreme Court delivered over the years relating to the Babri Masjid Dispute did not do justice to the principle of secularism, especially the 2019 Verdict which conclusively decided the issue by allowing the construction of the temple at the site where the mosque was demolished. Justice Nariman …

[LIVE NOW] Justice Ahmadi Memorial Lecture By Justice Rohinton Nariman On 'Secularism And Indian Constitution
3 months, 3 weeks ago

[LIVE NOW] Justice Ahmadi Memorial Lecture By Justice Rohinton Nariman On 'Secularism And Indian Constitution

Live Law  

The Ahmadi Foundation is organizing its Inaugural Lecture and the Launch of 'The Fearless Judge', a biography of Former Chief Justice Of India, A. M. Ahmadi on 5th December 2024 Watch Live here Full View The Inaugural Lecture will be delivered by Justice R. F. Nariman on the topic “Secularism and the Indian Constitution” Senior Advocate, Dr. A. M. Singhvi …

Ajmer Dargah case: Samajwadi Party leader Ram Gopal Yadav says “small small” Judges want to burn the nation
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Ajmer Dargah case: Samajwadi Party leader Ram Gopal Yadav says “small small” Judges want to burn the nation

Op India  

A day after a lower court in Rajasthan agreed to hear a plea claiming that the Ajmer Sharif Dargah is actually a Shiva temple, Samajwadi Party leader Ram Gopal Yadav has launched an attack on the judiciary. On Thursday, Ram Gopal Yadav said that ‘small small’ judges want to see the country burnt. #WATCH | Delhi | On a suit …

Ahmadi Foundation Inaugural Lecture And Launch of 'The Fearless Judge', A biography Of Former CJI, A. M. Ahmadi [5th Dec]
4 months ago

Ahmadi Foundation Inaugural Lecture And Launch of 'The Fearless Judge', A biography Of Former CJI, A. M. Ahmadi [5th Dec]

Live Law  

The Ahmadi Foundation is organizing its Inaugural Lecture and the Launch of 'The Fearless Judge', a biography of Former Chief Justice Of India, A. M. Ahmadi on 5th December 2024 The Inaugural Lecture will be delivered by Justice R. F. Nariman on the topic “Secularism and the Indian Constitution” Senior Advocate, Dr. A. M. Singhvi will be Opening Remarks on …

Fali S Nariman : A Look At His Legendary Career & Landmark Cases
1 year, 1 month ago

Fali S Nariman : A Look At His Legendary Career & Landmark Cases

Live Law  

“I Have Lived and flourished in a Secular India. Nariman's Unwavering Faith In The Indian Judiciary - Basic Structure Doctrine Here To Stay, Jurist Reassured In his speech delivered last year at the Ram Jethmalani Memorial Lecture, the Jurist spoke extensively on the significance of the basic structure doctrine within India's constitutional framework. But please never lose faith in the …

Ram Temple Verdict Reflects India’s Secularism: Amit Shah
1 year, 1 month ago

Ram Temple Verdict Reflects India’s Secularism: Amit Shah

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Home Minister Amit Shah asserted on Saturday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi took all sections of society along on the Ram temple issue and described the Supreme Court verdict on the matter as a reflection of India's secular character to the world. Ram Rajya symbolises an ideal state not only for India but the entire world," he said.People …

Ram Temple proves people’s trust in judicial process: President Murmu
1 year, 2 months ago

Ram Temple proves people’s trust in judicial process: President Murmu

The Hindu  

The Ram temple at Ayodhya, believed to be the god’s birthplace, is a testament to people’s “enormous trust” in the judicial process, President Droupadi Murmu said on January 25 in her address to the nation on the eve of India’s 75th Republic Day. Read here for the full address ‘Landmark’ Referring to the January 22 consecration ceremony of Lord Ram …

India’s Modi is set to open a controversial temple in Ayodhya in a grand event months before polls
1 year, 2 months ago

India’s Modi is set to open a controversial temple in Ayodhya in a grand event months before polls

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi …

‘Might get worse’: As Modi unveils Ram temple, Indian Muslims fear future
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Might get worse’: As Modi unveils Ram temple, Indian Muslims fear future

Al Jazeera  

As a celebratory atmosphere envelops much of India, many among its 200 million Muslims wonder what’s next for them. Ayodhya/Lucknow, India – Wearing her hijab, Yusra Hussain stood in the queue to enter a makeshift temple to the Hindu god Ram in Ayodhya, the northern Indian city believed to be his birthplace. For many among India’s 200 million Muslims, the …

Ayodhya Ram Mandir: A complete timeline of the journey leading to 'Pran Pratishtha'
1 year, 2 months ago

Ayodhya Ram Mandir: A complete timeline of the journey leading to 'Pran Pratishtha'

New Indian Express  

March 21, 2017: SC says Ayodhya issue is highly sensitive, should be resolved out of court. Other members were Justice SA Bobde, Justice NV Ramanna, Justice UU Lalit and Justice DY Chandrachud Jan 10, 2019: Justice Lalit recuses as he had represented Kalyan Singh, one of the accused in Babri demolition, as a lawyer Jan 25, 2019: The bench is …

India's Modi inaugurates a long-promised but controversial Hindu temple in Ayodhya
1 year, 2 months ago

India's Modi inaugurates a long-promised but controversial Hindu temple in Ayodhya

NPR  

India's Modi inaugurates a long-promised but controversial Hindu temple in Ayodhya Enlarge this image toggle caption Press Information Bureau/AP Press Information Bureau/AP AYODHYA, India — With priests chanting and blowing conch shells, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the consecration of a controversial Hindu temple in this north Indian town on Monday. Enlarge this image toggle caption Diaa Hadid/NPR Diaa …

Ayodhya’s grand tryst with faith, history today
1 year, 2 months ago

Ayodhya’s grand tryst with faith, history today

Hindustan Times  

The entire world’s eyes will be on a rejuvenated Ayodhya when the living faith of millions keeps tryst with history to rejoice at the long-awaited Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla’s idol at the newly-built Ram Janmabhoomi temple in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and 8,000 special invitees here on Monday. Tagging the President’s letter, Modi said in his …

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha to mark start of ‘reconstruction’ of Bharatvarsh
1 year, 2 months ago

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha to mark start of ‘reconstruction’ of Bharatvarsh

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said the consecration ceremony of Ayodhya's Ram Temple will mark the beginning of the campaign for reconstruction of Bharatvarsh. Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat reaches Lucknow to attend the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Temple in Ayodhya on Jan 22, on Sunday. Read full coverage of Ayodhya Ram Temple event "The …

’Will maintain neutrality from religion...treat all equally’: BJP minister
1 year, 2 months ago

’Will maintain neutrality from religion...treat all equally’: BJP minister

Live Mint  

Ravi Shankar Prasad has asserted that India 'will maintain neutrality from religion and the State will treat all religions equally,' amid the preparations for the consecration ceremony of Ayodhya's Lord Ram temple. Opposing the views of India's first Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru, Prasad said that Modi, " is going there as a real worshipper of Lord Ram, and he …

Judges who delivered Ram janmabhoomi case verdict invited for temple ceremony
1 year, 2 months ago

Judges who delivered Ram janmabhoomi case verdict invited for temple ceremony

The Hindu  

The five judges of the Supreme Court who delivered the verdict in the Ram Janmabhoomi dispute case in 2019 have been invited for the Ram temple Pran Pratishta ceremony on January 22. The Ram temple trust has also invited over 50 jurists, former chief justices, judges and top lawyers. On Friday, the Reserve Bank of India issued two notifications, first …

SC judges who gave Ayodhya verdict invited to Ram Lalla pran-pratishtha ceremony
1 year, 2 months ago

SC judges who gave Ayodhya verdict invited to Ram Lalla pran-pratishtha ceremony

Hindustan Times  

The five Supreme Court judges who gave the verdict in the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid case in 2019 have been invited to the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla in the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya on January 22, reported Law Today. The five-judge bench, comprising then-CJI Ranjan Gogoi, former CJI SA Bobde, current CJI DY Chandrachud and former judges Ashok Bhushan …

OPINION | RAM TEMPLE : CONGRESS HAS IGNORED THE PULSE OF THE NATION
1 year, 2 months ago

OPINION | RAM TEMPLE : CONGRESS HAS IGNORED THE PULSE OF THE NATION

India TV News  

Even as the rituals for the January 22 Pran Pratistha ceremony are in progress at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the main ‘yajmaan’ of the event is presently touring the temples of Andhra Pradesh and Kerala offering prayers. Modi said at a function that the entire nation is presently deep in devotion of Lord Ram, waiting …

‘Ram Temple Not An Aggressive Assertion Of Hindus’: Dr. David Frawley | HT Podcast
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Ram Temple Not An Aggressive Assertion Of Hindus’: Dr. David Frawley | HT Podcast

Hindustan Times  

‘Ram Temple Not An Aggressive Assertion Of Hindus’: Dr. David Frawley | HT Podcast Politics escalates in India as the consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is set to take place on 22nd January, 2023. While many argue that politics is overpowering religion, others say the grand Ram Temple is an assertion of their rights by the majority Hindu …

'Nehru didn't visit...': BJP accuses Congress of 'appeasement' over Ram Temple move
1 year, 2 months ago

'Nehru didn't visit...': BJP accuses Congress of 'appeasement' over Ram Temple move

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday launched a concerted attack at the Congress for refusing to attend the January 22 Ram Temple event in Ayodhya, saying the party turned down the invitation for “the sake of appeasement”. Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Pralhad Joshi "For the sake of appeasement, the Congress party is continuously opposing Hindu beliefs. Karnataka BJP …

Ayodhya Ram Temple event: Badruddin Ajmal urges Muslims to stay home from January 20-25, BJP hits back
1 year, 2 months ago

Ayodhya Ram Temple event: Badruddin Ajmal urges Muslims to stay home from January 20-25, BJP hits back

India TV News  

Ayodhya Ram Temple event: Ahead of the consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya, All India United Democratic Front President and Lok Sabha MP Badruddin Ajmal on Saturday urged all the Muslims to stay home from January 20 to 25. Badruddin Ajmal asked Muslims to avoid travel during the period coinciding with the Ram Temple consecration ceremony …

Ayodhya case litigant Iqbal Ansari invited to Ram Temple event
1 year, 2 months ago

Ayodhya case litigant Iqbal Ansari invited to Ram Temple event

The Hindu  

Iqbal Ansari, who was a litigant in the Babri Masjid-Ram Janmabhoomi case, on Friday received an invitation for the Ram Temple consecration scheduled for January 22. The invitation was extended by the members of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust at Mr. Ansari’s house in Ayodhya. After receiving the invitation, Mr. Ansari said that Ayodhya is the land of religious …

Result of 500 years of struggle and determination: Ram Janmbhoomi Trust shares glimpses of under-construction Ram temple
1 year, 5 months ago

Result of 500 years of struggle and determination: Ram Janmbhoomi Trust shares glimpses of under-construction Ram temple

The Hindu  

Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra on Saturday shared pictures of the Ram Temple which is currently under construction in Ayodhya and said that it is the result of the 500 years of struggle and determination. Taking to X, Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra said, "The result of 500 years of struggle and determination - Ram will come!" Earlier Chairman of …

Ayodhya, Kashi and Mathura: When 'My Lords' in Courts Decide on Rights of Lords in Temples - News18
1 year, 10 months ago

Ayodhya, Kashi and Mathura: When 'My Lords' in Courts Decide on Rights of Lords in Temples - News18

News 18  

Gone are the days of Indian polity when contentious cultural issues could be decimated in public discourse by being pitted against development issues. India’s oldest dispute – the Ram Janmabhoomi case – was settled by the Supreme Court’s Constitution Bench in favour of the Hindu side. The Gyanvapi dispute and the Krishna Janmabhoomi case shall set the stage for a …

Supreme Court Refuses To Entertain Plea Seeking To Declare Ayodhya Ram Mandir Land As 'Buddha Vihar'
2 years, 1 month ago

Supreme Court Refuses To Entertain Plea Seeking To Declare Ayodhya Ram Mandir Land As 'Buddha Vihar'

Live Law  

Supreme Court bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justice PS Narasimha on Friday refused to entertain a petition seeking to declare the land in Ayodhya where Ram Mandir is being built, as 'Ayodhya Buddha Vihar'. The petition came three years after a five-judge Constitution bench of the Supreme Court had given its verdict in the Ayodhya dispute. The petitioner …

'A politician...': Kharge targets Shah after his Ram Temple dig on Congress
2 years, 2 months ago

'A politician...': Kharge targets Shah after his Ram Temple dig on Congress

Hindustan Times  

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday targeted the BJP and Union Home Minister Amit Shah as the northeastern states of Tripura and Meghalaya gear up for state elections. Kharge lashed out at Shah a day after the Union Minister said in Tripura that Ram Temple in Ayodhya will be ready on January 1, 2024. It was after when PM Modi …

Supreme Court Rejects Hindu Mahasabha Leader Swami Chakrapani's Plea For Inclusion In Ayodhya Ram Mandir Trust
2 years, 3 months ago

Supreme Court Rejects Hindu Mahasabha Leader Swami Chakrapani's Plea For Inclusion In Ayodhya Ram Mandir Trust

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a petition seeking the inclusion of Swami Chakrapani of Hindu Mahasabha in the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra, the trust constituted by the Government of India for the construction and management of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. At the very outset, the CJI remarked that there was no vested right that the petitioner …

'This Court Has Respect For Equality Of Religions': Supreme Court Says While Closing Plea Against Ayodhya Judgment Addendum
2 years, 4 months ago

'This Court Has Respect For Equality Of Religions': Supreme Court Says While Closing Plea Against Ayodhya Judgment Addendum

Live Law  

The Supreme Court, on Friday, elucidated on certain observations contained in the addendum to the decision of the five-judge Bench in the Ayodhya judgment delivered on 9th November, 2019. The petitioner had taken objection to certain references in the addendum judgment about a defence witness's statement regarding Guru Nanak visiting the Ram Temple at Ayodhya. This Court has respect for …

India’s top court intervenes in hate speeches against Muslims
3 years, 2 months ago

India’s top court intervenes in hate speeches against Muslims

Al Jazeera  

The top court issues notice to Uttarakhand state after calls by Hindu religious leaders to take up arms against Muslims during a meeting last month. India’s Supreme Court has issued notice to a northern Himalayan state following a petition that sought to prosecute several Hindu religious leaders for allegedly calling for a “genocide” of Muslims at a closed-door meeting last …

Akhilesh Yadav govt suspended Home Secretary for convening a meeting on Ram Temple in 2013: Details
3 years, 2 months ago

Akhilesh Yadav govt suspended Home Secretary for convening a meeting on Ram Temple in 2013: Details

Op India  

In a recent statement, Akhilesh Yadav, former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and Samajwadi Party President said that had it been his government, the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya would have been built within a year. Akhilesh Yadav-led UP govt had suspended Home Secretary in 2013 for convening a meeting on Ram Temple However, Akhilesh Yadav’s latest proclamations of building a Ram …

SC notice renews debate over holy sites in Varanasi, Mathura
4 years ago

SC notice renews debate over holy sites in Varanasi, Mathura

Hindustan Times  

In April 1984, 558 Hindu seers from across India joined forces with leaders of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad at the first Dharm Sansad, or religious Parliament, in the heart of Delhi. With the Supreme Court agreeing to review the 1991 Places of Worship Act, advocates and Hindu seers at Varanasi and Mathura say their claims — currently in litigation in …

'Frivolous' Plea To Protect Pending Ram Temple Artefacts At Ayodhya:Supreme Court Partially Waives Cost And Closes The Matter
4 years, 4 months ago

'Frivolous' Plea To Protect Pending Ram Temple Artefacts At Ayodhya:Supreme Court Partially Waives Cost And Closes The Matter

Live Law  

On July 20, the writ petitions were dismissed with costs of Rs. Justice Khanwilkar indicated the July 20 order of the court dismissing the petitions- "What is intended by the petitions is to reopen the issue that has been given a quietus by this Court. "This is the reason why the order was passed", said Justice Khanwilkar. "Justice Gavai was …

LK Advani chants 'Jai Shri Ram', Owaisi calls judgment 'black day': Politicos react to Babri Masjid demolition verdict
4 years, 5 months ago

LK Advani chants 'Jai Shri Ram', Owaisi calls judgment 'black day': Politicos react to Babri Masjid demolition verdict

Firstpost  

The verdict of a CBI court in the Babri Masjid demolition case was welcomed by several prominent accused persons, as well as other BJP leaders The verdict of a CBI court in the Babri Masjid demolition case was welcomed by several BJP leaders, including the acquitted accused, and condemned by sections of the Opposition. Defence minister Rajnath Singh said, “I …

Indian court acquits all accused in razing of Babri mosque
4 years, 5 months ago

Indian court acquits all accused in razing of Babri mosque

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy An Indian court has acquitted all 32 people …

Babri Mosque Demolition Verdict Boost to BJP as Party Hails Acquittal of All 32 Accused
4 years, 5 months ago

Babri Mosque Demolition Verdict Boost to BJP as Party Hails Acquittal of All 32 Accused

News 18  

The acquittal of senior BJP leaders and Hindutva activists in the Babri mosque demolition case on Wednesday has come as a big boost to the saffron party whose leaders have insisted that the razing of the disputed structure in Ayodhya was a spontaneous act and not part of any conspiracy. The special CBI court’s order effectively absolves the BJP of …

Ram Janmbhoomi-Babri dispute most fiercely-contested case in India's history: Ex-CJI Ranjan Gogoi
4 years, 6 months ago

Ram Janmbhoomi-Babri dispute most fiercely-contested case in India's history: Ex-CJI Ranjan Gogoi

India Today  

The Ram Janmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute at Ayodhya was the "most fiercely-contested cases in India's legal history" in which every point was "hotly" debated and "passionately" argued by the lawyers, former Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi, who headed the bench that delivered the historic verdict, has said. In a message to journalist Mala Dixit, who has authored a book …

It Was a Challenge to Pronounce Judgment in Ayodhya Case, Says Former CJI Ranjan Gogoi
4 years, 6 months ago

It Was a Challenge to Pronounce Judgment in Ayodhya Case, Says Former CJI Ranjan Gogoi

News 18  

The former Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi, who presided over the five-judge bench of the Supreme Court that pronounced the judgment in the Ram Janmabhoomi case, said delivering the verdict in the case was a challenging task. These records were translated from different languages,” he said at the launch of journalist Mala Dixit’s book ‘Ayodhya to Adalat Se Bhagwan …

India Rejects Pakistan's Criticism of Launch of Construction of Ayodhya Ram Temple
4 years, 7 months ago

India Rejects Pakistan's Criticism of Launch of Construction of Ayodhya Ram Temple

News 18  

India on Thursday strongly rejected Pakistan's criticism of the launch of construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya and asked the neighbouring country to refrain from "communal incitement". External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Anurag Srivastava also asked Pakistan to desist from interfering in India's internal affairs. He was responding to a question on Pakistan's criticism of the laying of foundation stone …

Case filed against Maulana Sajid Rashid for call to demolish Ram Mandir
4 years, 7 months ago

Case filed against Maulana Sajid Rashid for call to demolish Ram Mandir

Op India  

A complaint has been filed against Islamic cleric Maulana Sajid Rashidi – the President of All India Imam Association– for making provocative statements against Hindus and for issuing threats to demolish the yet-to-be-built Ram Mandir at Ayodhya. On Thursday, BJP leader Tajinder Pal Bagga registered a complaint with the Delhi Police against the Islamic cleric Maulana Rashid for inciting communal …

Ram temple bhoomi pujan | I don’t have any grievance, says litigant Iqbal Ansari
4 years, 7 months ago

Ram temple bhoomi pujan | I don’t have any grievance, says litigant Iqbal Ansari

The Hindu  

“Whatever was there ended on November 9. Ram temple bhoomi pujan | A golden chapter for country, says Narendra Modi Mr. Ansari is the son of Hashim Ansari, one of the most well-known litigants in the Babri Masjid-Ram Janmabhoomi dispute, who died in 2016. While he says he felt honoured by being invited to attend the bhoomi pujan event, Mr. …

Ram Mandir & Congress: Can It Only Be the BJP’s ‘Poor Cousin’ Now?
4 years, 7 months ago

Ram Mandir & Congress: Can It Only Be the BJP’s ‘Poor Cousin’ Now?

The Quint  

Irrespective of the acts of omission or commission of Rajiv Gandhi or Narasimha Rao – taking any credit for the Temple would only expose it to ridicule. Both the VHP and the BJP are front organisations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and together they owned the entire movement for constructing a Ram Temple where the Babri Masjid once stood. The …

PM’s wisdom paved way for peaceful resolution of Ram temple issue: Adityanath
4 years, 7 months ago

PM’s wisdom paved way for peaceful resolution of Ram temple issue: Adityanath

The Hindu  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foresight and wisdom paved the way for peaceful resolution of the Ram temple issue and fulfilling the dream. “Prime Minister’s foresight and wisdom paved the way for peaceful resolution of Ram temple issue,” he said. Prime Minister Modi earlier performed the ‘bhoomi pujan’ of a Supreme …

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