Petition seeking Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's removal in Allahabad HC
LUCKNOW: A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed before the Allahabad High Court, seeking removal of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for publicly backing Justice Shekhar Yadavs controversial remarks at a Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) event in Prayagraj on December 8. The PIL, filed by the Peoples Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL), contended that CMs statement undermines the secular fabric of the Republic of India. Yogi, during the World Hindu Economic Forum 2024, had condemned the opposition for seeking the impeachment of Justice Yadav over his remarks that the law of any country should have the reflection of the free will of its majority. On December 16, Yogi had reiterated his support for Justice Yadavs statements. Speaking in UP Assembly, Yogi said that when a judge spoke the truth, some individuals resorted to intimidate him with the threat of impeachment The PIL filed through advocate Seema Srivastava, maintains that CM Yogis remarks are a blatant violation of the Constitution, rendering him liable for dismissal as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh.
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The top court dismissed an appeal of Noida Toll Bridge Company Ltd. against the 2016 decision of the Allahabad High Court order asking it to stop collecting tolls from commuters.
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The protesters also condemned Allahabad High Court judge Shekhar Kumar Yadav for his remarks against Muslims, and said there was no place for hate in a democracy
HC stays Alt News co-founder Zubair's arrest
The Allahabad High Court has stayed the arrest of Alt News co-founder Mohammed Zubair in an FIR accusing him of promoting enmity among religious groups. The court also directed Zubair not to travel abroad. The FIR was lodged last month following a complaint by an associate of controversial priest Yati Narsinghanand. Zubair had moved the high court, requesting quashing the FIR and protection from coercive action. In his plea, he stated that his post did not call for violence against Narsinghanand.
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Tweet against Yati Narshighanand: Allahabad High Court stays arrest of Mohammed Zubair
The Allahabad High Court on Friday granted interim protection from arrest to Alt News co-founder and fact-checker Mohammed Zubair till January 6, in connection with an FIR lodged against him over his post on X (formerly Twitter) regarding an alleged inflammatory speech delivered by controversial priest Yati Narsinghanand. The Bench of Justice Siddhartha Varma and [] The post Tweet against Yati Narshighanand: Allahabad High Court stays arrest of Mohammed Zubair appeared first on India Legal .
Allahabad High Court Stays Arrest Of Fact-Checker Mohammad Zubair
The Allahabad High Court on Friday stayed the arrest of Alt News co-founder Mohammed Zubair in relation to an FIR accusing him of promoting enmity among religious groups following complaint by an associate of controversial priest Yati Narsinghanand.
Sitting Judge Should Be Careful: Ex-CJI Chandrachud On Allahabad HC Judge's Remark On UCC
Chandrachud further revealed that in 2018, as a consultee judge, had strongly opposed the proposal to elevate Yadav as a Judge.
PIL filed in Allahabad HC for removal of Yogi Adityanath
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Allahabad High Court seeking the dismissal of Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath, making a significant legal challenge to the states group political leadership. The writ petition has been submitted by the Uttar Pradesh Branch of the Peoples Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL), which accuses Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Allahabad HC stays arrest of fact checker Mohammad Zubair
Zubair had moved the high court, requesting quashing the FIR and protection from coercive action
Allahabad High Court quashes criminal proceedings against Kailash Chaurasia in 2017 election case
The Allahabad High Court has quashed the criminal proceedings going on in the court of CJM Mirzapur against SP candidate former minister Kailash Chaurasia and others in the 2017 Sadar Mirzapur assembly elections, terming the process illegal. A Single Bench of JusticeRaj BeerSingh passed this order while hearing an application filed by Kailash Chaurasiya and [] The post Allahabad High Court quashes criminal proceedings against Kailash Chaurasia in 2017 election case appeared first on India Legal .
Allahabad High Court rejects MLA Abbas Ansaris bail plea
The Allahabad High Court has rejected the bail application of gang leader MLA Abbas Ansari in the Gangster Act case registered in Chitrakoot, Karvi. A Single Bench of Justice Samit Gopal passed this order while hearing a Criminal Misc Bail Application filed by Abbas Ansari. The bail application under Section 483 Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, [] The post Allahabad High Court rejects MLA Abbas Ansaris bail plea appeared first on India Legal .
Allahabad High Court denies SP MLA Ramakant Yadavs bail plea in spurious liquor case
The Allahabad High Court has rejected the second bail plea of Samajwadi Party (SP) MLA Ramakant Yadav in a spurious liquor case. A Single Bench of Justice Samit Gopal passed this order while hearing a Criminal Misc Bail Application filed by Ramakant Yadav. This is the second bail application of the applicant. The first bail [] The post Allahabad High Court denies SP MLA Ramakant Yadavs bail plea in spurious liquor case appeared first on India Legal .
Allahabad HC grants Mohammed Zubair interim relief from arrest
The Allahabad High Court on Friday, December 20, granted interim protection from arrest to fact checker Mohammed Zubair in a case against him for a post on X, formerly Twitter, criticising the Dasna Devi priest Yati Narsinghanand, for his derogatory and hateful speech. After Mohammed Zubair shared Narsinghanands speech, criticising him, on Twitter, the Uttar Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
DND flyway to remain toll-free, says SC
NEW DELHI, Dec 20: The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that the Delhi-Noida-Direct (DND) flyway will be toll-free as it dismissed a plea by a private firm challenging the 2016 decision of the Allahabad High Court order asking it to stop collecting toll from commuters. The decision will benefit lakhs of people who commute daily on the flyway. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan held that awarding a contract to private firm Noida Toll Bridge Company Ltd [] The post DND flyway to remain toll-free, says SC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DND flyway to remain toll-free; Supreme Court dismisses appeal against HC order
The Supreme Court upheld the Allahabad High Court's decision, making the DND Flyway toll-free for commuters between Delhi and Noida. This ruling follows a 2016 CAG audit and a resident welfare association's petition citing excessive tolls despite persistent road maintenance issues. The Noida Toll Bridge Company, claiming financial strain, maintains the flyway despite the halted toll collection.
Will Toll Be Reimposed On Delhi-Noida (DND) Flyway? What Supreme Court Said
In a relief to thousands of commuters using the Delhi-Noida Direct (DND) flyway, the Supreme Court today upheld the 2016 verdict of the Allahabad High Court, which directed the bridge company not to collect toll charges.
No toll for commuters on Delhi Noida Direct Flyway as SC upholds 2016 Allahabad HC judgment
SC on Friday upheld the 2016 Allahabad High Court judgment that commuters using the Delhi Noida Direct (DND) flyway will not have to pay toll to cross the bridge. The top court dismissed the Noida Toll Bridge Company Ltds appeal. The company was operating the flyway then.
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Allahabad HC extends Centre 8 weeks to come up with findings in Rahul Gandhi dual citizenship case
The Allahabad High Court granted the central government time until March 24th to address a petition seeking the cancellation of Rahul Gandhi's 2024 parliamentary candidacy. The petition, filed by a BJP worker, alleges Gandhi concealed British citizenship. The government is awaiting information from the UK regarding Gandhi's citizenship status before making a final decision.
The petition prayed to pass directions to the Chief Election Commissioner, Uttar Pradeshs Chief Electoral Officer, and Rae Bareillys Returning Officer, to cancel Rahul Gandhis electoral certificate
High Court gives relief to three boys expelled for bringing non-vegetarian tiffin in school
Allahabad High Court orders the Amroha district Magistrate to admit three expelled children to a new school within two weeks
FIR against SP's Sambhal MP Zia-ur-Rehman Barq for power theft
SAMBHAL: The Samajwadi Party's Sambhal MP Zia-ur Rehman Barq was booked by the Uttar Pradesh Police on Thursday for alleged theft of electricity at his residence in the Deepa Sarai neighbourhood here. The parliamentarian was booked under Section 135 of the Electricity Act, 2003, (theft of power or unauthorised use of electricity). On checking the meter of the consumer received from the electrical testing laboratory, it is clear that electricity theft has been done by bypassing the meter and using electricity illegally, stated the FIR lodged on a complaint by a power department official. The department inspected the Sambhal MP's residence on Thursday morning amid heavy security. Barq is among those booked by the police in connection with the November 24 violence that led to the death of four locals in a clash with security personnel during a court-ordered survey of the Mughal-era Shahi Jama Masjid in the city's Kot Garvi area. He has filed a writ petition in the Allahabad High Court, seeking a stay on his arrest and has also sought the quashing of the FIR registered against him. The MP has been accused of instigating people on November 24 and police alleged that his provocative speech was the reason behind the violence during the survey. In the writ petition, the MP has pleaded innocence, saying he was wrongly implicated in the matter. According to his counsel, he was not present at the place of the incident, yet he was named as accused in the FIR.
Allahabad HC gives relief to three boys expelled for bringing non-veg tiffin to school
PRAYAGRAJ: The Allahabad High Court has come to the aid of three minor children, who were expelled from a school for allegedly bringing non-vegetarian food in their tiffin, and asked the district magistrate to ensure they are admitted to another school within two weeks. Hearing a writ petition filed by one Sabra and three others from Amroha, a bench comprising Justices Siddharth and SC Sharma directed the district magistrate of Amroha to get these children admitted in some other school affiliated with the CBSE within a period of two weeks and file an affidavit of compliance before this court. It is alleged in the petition the Principal of the school had objected to the children getting non-vegetarian food in school and expelled them. Counsel for the petitioner submitted that the right to education of the children has been affected by the conduct of the school. In its order on December 17, the court directed that the court will be heard afresh on January 6, 2025. In case no affidavit is filed by the district magistrate, Amroha, he shall be personally present on the next date, it said.
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The revolutionaries Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan and Thakur Roshan Singh were hanged by the Britishers on 19 th December, 1927. 99 years of the famous Kakori conspiracy and 97 years of the martyrdom of the freedom fighters. Bismil hanged at the Gorakhpur jail, Khan at the Faizabad jail and Roshan Singh at the Naini jail of Allahabad. The hot headed young men were well prepared with their plans and their deaths toowith a grin that sparked patriotism. Today we recall this date, the Kakori incident and the British play involved. The Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) or the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association The HRA was a radical left wing organization that operated from underground. It was founded by Sachindranath Sanyal. The manifesto was titled as The Revolutionary. After the sudden suspension of the Non- cooperation movement by Mahatma Gandhi in 1919, the youth leaders felt it was early. Moreover, the ideologies differed at a certain level. Leaders like Bismil were revolutionary in their approach and believed in overthrowing the British Raj through violence. They opposed Gandhi in the 37th session of the INC held in Bihar (1922). The INC was then divided into two groups one of the liberals and the other of rebels. The latter was the HRA, that adopted violent revolutionary means against the Britishers. They wanted to attain freedom through armed revolutions. HRA became The Hindustan Socialist Republican Association under the influence of Bhagat Singh. The Kakori train robbery case: Call it the Kakori conspiracy, Kakori incident, Kakori loot or the Kakori train robbery case. It was on Aug 9, 1925 when members of the Hindustan Republican Association (later known as the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association) executed a train robbery at the Kakori train station near Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The mastermind behind is said to be Ram Prasad Bismil, the others who were majorly involved were Asfaqullah Khan, Chandrashekhar Azad, Rajendra Lahiri and Roshan Singh. Apart from the key attackers, there were Sachindra Bakshi, Manmathnath Gupta, Mukundi Lal, Keshab Chakravorty, Banwari Lal and Murali Lal. There was a need of arms and ammunition to carry out the organizations activities, thus in order to arrange for the funds members of the HRA decided to loot the government treasury. As the Sahranpur Lucknow train approached Kakori station, the revolutionaries stormed inside it. It was believed that the Kakori mail was transporting the British treasury. Overthrowing the guards, they could loot Rs. 8000. No passenger was robbed or caused any harm (except for one). What followed after: The incident spurred horror around. However, it even encouraged more such revolutionaries to carry on such acts. The British Raj called for a manhunt against those involved in the tragic robbery. Nearly 40 people were arrested, all the key strategists except for Chandrashekhar Azad. They were arrested under multiple charges, including theft and attempted murder. The trial started in May 1926. In its final verdict, the court sentenced Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan, Roshan Singh and Lahiri to death. In jail, they went on a hunger strike demanding to be treated alike political prisoners. While outside, there was public dissatisfaction against the verdict. 78 members of the Central Legislative Assembly filed a petition to the Viceroy of India for the death sentence to be turned to life term. The Privy council and the British monarch were also sent the final appeal in this regard. But of no use. The three youth were hanged on the cold early morning of 19 th Dec 1927. Rajendra Lahiri was hanged two days earlier at the Gonda jail on 17 th Dec 1927. Other facts: It is also believed that the money looted was not to purchase arms and ammunition, rather for establishing printing press. They wanted to publish socialist literature for the youth. HRA was working towards uniting the country. Asfaqullah Khan even addressed the countrymen to stay united when all the Britishers were trying to do was divide them on communal lines. 40 people were arrested when only 10 people were involved in the incident. Know the leaders Ram Prasad Bismil The poet, writer and great revolutionary of India was born on 11 th June 1897. He belonged to Shahjahanpur district of then North western province of India. A Tomar Rajput, Bismil was associated with Arya Samaj at an early age. He was one of the initial members of the HRA. Bismil composed his poems in Hindi and Urdu, his pen names were Ram, Agyat and Bismil. He published a pamphlet called Deshvasiyon ke naam sandesh and a poem Mainpuri ki Pratigya. He carried out various underground activities, a poem titled Mann ki Lahar and translated two Bengali works. He drafted the yellow paper constitution of the HRA in 1923. Another work Kranti Geetanjali was published after his death in 1929. Not to forget the immortal poem- Sarfaroshi ki tamanna. In his honor, The Amar Shaheed Bismil Smarak has been established. The Pt. Ram Prasad Bismil Railway station 11 kms away from Shahjahanpur. A memorial that honors the Kakori conspirists at Kakori which was inaugurated by then PM Indira Gandhi. Asfaqullah Khan The revolutionary leader was born on 22 nd October 1900 in a Muslim Pathan family of Khyber tribe in Shahjahanpur. Khan met Ram Prasad Bismil and started working with him closely. He was an Urdu writer, writing in the name of Hasrat. He was inspired by the Lenin and Bolshevik revolutions in Russia. He firmly believed in socialist ideology. The freedom fighter was against religious communalism. Along with the others, he also got involved in the Kakori conspiracy. Out of his many writings in the jail, what catches attention is Brave dies once, cowards daily. you must read the proceedings of my case, then you will come to know to what extent I loved my motherland as a true Muslim. Aye mere paak khuda, Hindustan ki sarzameen par Azadi ka suraj ab jald tulu farma. (Oh Almighty let the Sun of Independence shine over Hindustan soon. Thakur Roshan Singh The revolutionary was born in Nabadi village of Shahjahanpur district on 22 nd January 1892. During the Non cooperation movement, he was sentenced for the Bareilly shooting case in 1921-22. After coming back from jail, he went on to join the HRA. It is said that he didnt participate in the Kakori robbery case, but was still arrested. He faced the trial in the murder that happened during the robbery. He was hanged alongside the other martyrs on 19 th January 1927. The three revolutionaries have been forgotten over time. They martyred for the nation when they were mere youths. And even before, when a young boy has dreams for himself, they had the dreams of freeing the nation from the shackles of the British. Now we can say that their means were unlawful, but how will you justify for the sacrifice they made. Leaving back bereaved families and loved ones. But a Bismil and an Ashfaqullah Khan taught us How to work for the betterment of the nation by standing united, rising above communal differences.
From 'Pakistan spy' to judge: Pradeep Kumar's journey to justice
After a two-decade ordeal, Pradeep Kumar, a Kanpur law graduate falsely accused of spying for Pakistan, has been acquitted by the Allahabad High Court. The court's decision paves the way for his appointment as an additional district judge, fulfilling a lifelong dream and cleansing a stain on his family's reputation.
Find new school for 3 kids expelled over non-veg food, Allahabad HC tells UP district magistrate
The Allahabad High Court intervened after three Muslim siblings were expelled from a private school in Amroha for allegedly bringing non-vegetarian food. The court ordered the district magistrate to ensure their admission to another CBSE school within two weeks and submit an affidavit of compliance by January 6th or appear before the court.
Some retired HC judges drawing pitiable pension of Rs 10-15K per month: SC
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it was pitiable that some retired high court judges were getting pensions ranging between Rs 10,000 and Rs 15,000. It is pitiable, the two-judge bench comprising BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan said. The bench passed these remarks after hearing a petition filed by a retired high court judge, who said he was receiving a pension of only Rs 15,000. You cannot have a legal approach in every matter. Sometimes, you need to have a humane approach, the apex court bench observed, visibly surprised. The bench fixed the matter for further hearing to January 8, 2025. The petitioner, who was elevated as a judge of the Allahabad High Court after serving as a judicial officer in the district court for 13 years, claimed that the authorities had refused to consider his judicial service while computing the pension. Hearing his submissions, the apex court said that if there are retired high court judges who are getting Rs 6,000 and Rs 15,000 as pension, it is shocking. How can that be? it remarked. Also in top court Terror case: Accused get 2 weeks to reply The top court on Wednesday gave six accused two weeks to respond to the CBIs plea to transfer the trial in the 1989 Rubaiya Sayeed kidnapping and the 1990 Srinagar shootout cases from Jammu to New Delhi. The bench took note that the six accused have not filed their replies to the CBIs plea.
Labeling the Majoritys Voice as the Voice of Hindus is a Planned Conspiracy
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Why chose social media over filing police complaint: Allahabad HC to Zubair
While hearing a plea of Alt News co-founder and editor Mohammed Zubair, the Allahabad High Court on Wednesday, December 18, questioned the fact checker on choosing to post his concern on social media over approaching the police. The case was being heard by a division bench headed by Justice Siddhartha Varma and Justice Ram Manohar Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The Allahabad High Court on Wednesday came down heavily on Mohammed Zubair, former journalist and co-founder of AltNews, for sharing a post on X (formerly Twitter), regarding an alleged hate speech delivered by Yati Narsinghanand, priest of Dasna Devi temple in Uttar Pradesh. Noting that it was not appropriate for Zubair to post about the [] The post Hate speech: Allahabad High Court rebukes Mohammed Zubair for sharing Yati Narsinghanand speech on social media appeared first on India Legal .
SP MP Zia-ur-Rehman Barq moves Allahabad HC seeking protection from arrest in Sambhal violence case
LUCKNOW: Samajwadi leader and Member of Parliament from Sambhal Zia-ur-Rehman Barq has moved the Allahabad High Court seeking protection from arrest. This is in connection with the case registered against him for violence that rocked Sambhal on November 24 during a court-ordered survey of Shahi Jama Masjid. Notably, the violence had resulted in the loss of five lives and many cops injured. Along with the plea seeking protection from arrest, the SP MP has also demanded the quashing of the FIR registered against him in connection with the violence. In the Sambhal violence case, the police had registered a case against Barq alleging that his provocative speech was the reason for the violence during the survey at Shahi Jama Masjid. In his petition, Barq argued that the charges against him were politically motivated. While denying his role in the violence, the SP MP has accused the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of being vengeful against him aiming to harass and intimidate him through false accusations. Aside from Barq, the UP police has also named Sohail Iqbal, son of local MLA Iqbal Mehmood in the FIR. While police charged Barq with making provocative remarks during his visit to the Shahi Jama Masjid just a couple of days before the violence. Denying this claim Barq stated that he was in Bengaluru at the time of the incident and survey. He said that he intended to return to Sambhal to pacify the community members but chose to stay in Delhi after learning about the FIR against him. However, Barq claimed he attempted to contact people over the phone. On November 19, a civil court in Sambhal had directed an advocate commissioner to conduct a survey of Shahi Jama Masjid in response to a petition filed by advocate Hari Shankar Jain and seven others claiming the mosque to be erstwhile Harihar temple which was demolished to build the mosque during the Mughal era. The violence on November 24 witnessed massive stone pelting by the mob protesting against the survey in the mosque. While four persons were reportedly killed amid stone-pelting, vandalism and arson, the fifth person died in the hospital during the treatment. Violence had erupted between protestors and police personnel following the arrival of a team of surveyors in Chandausi town to conduct a second survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid, after the initial survey on November 19. Notably, a plea is pending in the High Court seeking the registration of an FIR against police officials and the district magistrate (DM) concerning the death of four individuals in the communal violence. Last month, the Supreme Court had paused proceedings in the trial court in Sambhal in the mosque survey case till the masjid committee approached the High Court. The top court also directed that the mosque survey report to be kept in a sealed cover and not to be opened in the meantime.
Irrigation department enhances bathing facilities for Maha Kumbh 2025 by unifying Ganga's streams
The irrigation department, guided by IIT-Guwahati, merged three streams of the Ganges River into one near Prayagraj. This created 22 hectares of additional land for the Maha Kumbh 2025, improving bathing facilities for millions of devotees. Despite challenging currents and equipment setbacks, dredging machines successfully unified the river, enhancing the Sangam area's capacity and organization.
Maha Kumbh 2025: High tech control room comes up at tent city in Prayagraj
Prayagraj prepares for the 2025 Mahakumbh Mela with a new high-tech control room. The facility will manage the world's largest religious gathering. Bollywood art director Pawan Pandey designed the control room. It will monitor all mela activities. The control room will house over 100 officials. It features specialized cabins and media blocks. The room's artwork showcases Prayagraj's temples.
Allahabad High Court imposes Rs 1 lakh cost on Saharanpur CMO for defying order on license renewal
The Allahabad High Court has imposed a cost of Rs 1 lakh on the Chief Medical Officer, Saharanpur for refusing to renew the license to run a medical establishment despite an injunction from the civil court. The Division Bench of Justice Saumitra Dayal Singh and Justice Donadi Ramesh passed this order while hearing a petition [] The post Allahabad High Court imposes Rs 1 lakh cost on Saharanpur CMO for defying order on license renewal appeared first on India Legal .
Allahabad High Court affirms mutual agreement divorce valid under Muslim personal law
The Allahabad High Court has held that under Shariat, a marriage can be dissolved by mutual agreement between the husband and wife while disposing an appeal. This mutual dissolution may take the form of khula or mubaraat. Mubaraat, a form of mutual consent, is a valid and recognized method for dissolution of marriage. The Division [] The post Allahabad High Court affirms mutual agreement divorce valid under Muslim personal law appeared first on India Legal .
Maha Kumbh 2025: RSS launches 'one bag, one plate' drive to promote cleanliness and sustainability
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) volunteers are collecting plates and cotton bags nationwide for distribution at the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela. This initiative aims to reduce waste by minimizing the use of disposable items. With an expected 45 crore attendees, the 'One Bag, One Plate' campaign seeks to promote environmental consciousness and connect people with Hindu cultural values.
No provision of free travel for Maha Kumbh 2025 mela: Railways
The Indian Railways has dismissed media reports claiming free travel during the Maha Kumbh Mela as aseless and misleading. It clarified that travel without a ticket remains an offense and no free travel provisions exist. The Railways is implementing measures like special holding areas and extra ticket counters to handle the expected passenger surge.
No endeavour to build Ayodhya mosque, reclaim land given for it: BJP leader to CM Adityanath
AYODHYA: A BJP leader here has written to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, asking him to reclaim the land allotted for the construction of a mosque here and claiming that no substantial endeavour has been undertaken to build it. On November 9, 2019, settling a fractious issue that went back more than a century, a five-judge bench headed by the then CJI Ranjan Gogoi paved the way for the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, at the site where the 16th century Babri Masjid once stood. It also ruled that an alternative five-acre plot would be found for a mosque in the holy town. The Sunni Central Waqf Board later formed the Indo-Islamic Cultural Foundation to build a new mosque on the land allotted by the state government in the Dhannipur area of the district. BJP leader Rajneesh Singh, in his letter to the chief minister on December 10, said that since the apex court's verdict, o substantial endeavour has been undertaken by the Muslim community to construct the mosque. Their intention was never to establish a mosque there but to perpetuate the discord under the pretext of a mosque, he alleged. In compliance with the Supreme Court's order, the land allocated to Sunni Central Waqf Board in Ayodhya is being used by the mosque's responsible persons for other purposes. The Muslim community's intention was never to construct the mosque but rather to keep the disturbance and disorder alive under the guise of a mosque. However, this has not been possible due to your leadership, Singh said in the letter to Adityanath. Asserting that a mosque is not necessary for offering prayers anyway, he appealed to the chief minister to issue strict instructions to the officials of the Ayodhya mosque trust to use the land in compliance with the Supreme Court orders. In case of being unable to do so, issue directives to return the land to the government to prevent its misuse, Singh said. In a conversation with PTI , he said, The Muslim community merely wishes to preserve Babar's legacy through this mosque and aims to manipulate Hindu sentiments in the name of Babri Masjid. When PTI contacted Athar Husain, the secretary of the Ayodhya Masjid Trust, for his reaction to the issue, he refused to comment. In 2022, Singh petitioned the Allahabad High Court, claiming that the Taj Mahal mausoleum is an ancient temple dedicated to the deity Lord Shiva and is known as the Tejo Mahalaya.
Pitiable: SC on pension of retired high court judges
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it was pitiable that some retired high court judges were getting a pension ranging between Rs 10,000 and Rs 15,000.You cannot have a legal approach in every matter. Sometimes, you need to have a humane approach, observed a bench of Justices B R Gavai and K V Viswanathan. It is pitiable, the bench said while noting that some retired high court judges were getting pensions ranging between Rs 10,000 and Rs 15,000. The pleas raising the issue concerning the pension of retired high court judges were listed for hearing before the bench on Wednesday. Attorney General R Venkataramani mentioned the matter before the bench and requested that it be taken up for hearing in January. Venkataramani said the government would try to resolve the issue. It is better you persuade them that our intervention should be avoided, the bench observed. It said the matter would not be decided on individual cases and whatever the top court might lay down would be applicable to all the high court judges. The bench posted the matter for hearing on January 8. While hearing one of the pleas in the matter last month, the apex court had expressed shock that some retired high court judges were getting a meagre pension ranging between Rs 6,000 and Rs 15,000. The bench was hearing a petition filed by a retired high court judge who said he was receiving a pension of Rs 15,000. The petitioner, who was elevated as a judge of the Allahabad High Court after serving as a judicial officer in the district court for 13 years, had claimed that the authorities had refused to consider his judicial service while computing the pension. If there are retired high court judges before us who are getting Rs 6,000 and Rs 15,000 as pension, it is shocking. How can that be? the bench had remarked while hearing the plea. While hearing a separate plea in March, the apex court had said there cannot be any discrimination in computing the pensionary benefits of retired judges of high courts based on whether they were elevated from the bar or the district judiciary. Pensionary benefits of a retired high court judge, who was elevated from the district judiciary, should be computed based on his or her last drawn salary as a high court judge, it had said.
Pitiable some retired high court judges get meagre pension: SC
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it was pitiable that some retired high court judges were getting a pension ranging between Rs 10,000 and Rs 15,000. You cannot have a legal approach in every matter. Sometimes, you need to have a humane approach, observed a bench of Justices B R Gavai and K V Viswanathan. It is pitiable, the bench said, while noting that some retired high court judges were getting pension ranging between Rs 10,000 and Rs 15,000. The pleas raising issue concerning pension of retired high court judges was listed for hearing before the bench on Wednesday. Attorney General R Venkataramani mentioned the matter before the bench and requested that it be taken up for hearing in January. Venkataramani said the government would try to resolve the issue. It is better you persuade them that our intervention should be avoided, the bench observed. It said the matter would not be decided on individual cases and whatever the top court might lay down would be applicable to all the high court judges. The bench posted the matter for hearing on January 8. While hearing one of the pleas in the matter last month, the apex court had expressed shock that some retired high court judges were getting a meagre pension ranging between Rs 6,000 and Rs 15,000. The bench was hearing a petition filed by a retired high court judge who said he was receiving a pension of Rs 15,000. The petitioner, who was elevated as a judge of the Allahabad High Court after serving as a judicial officer in the district court for 13 years, had claimed that the authorities had refused to consider his judicial service while computing the pension. If there are retired high court judges before us who are getting Rs 6,000 and Rs 15,000 as pension, it is shocking. How can that be? the bench had remarked while hearing the plea. While hearing a separate plea in March, the apex court had said there cannot be any discrimination in computing the pensionary benefits of retired judges of high courts based on whether they were elevated from the bar or the district judiciary. Pensionary benefits of a retired high court judge, who was elevated from the district judiciary, should be computed based on his or her last drawn salary as a high court judge, it had said.
Sambhal Muslims demolish homes after ancient temple discovery
In Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal, Muslim residents are voluntarily demolishing homes they built on encroached temple property to salvage valuables before official action. This follows the discovery of an ancient temple last week during an anti-encroachment drive. The district administration has installed CCTV cameras and intensified efforts to reclaim the land. We can at least save some of our belongings. If the administration demolishes it, nothing will be left, said a resident anonymously, as reported by The Times of India . Meanwhile, the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation continued raids in Sambhal. On Tuesday, a smart meter was installed at Samajwadi Party MP Zia-Ur Rahmans house after he was served a notice for alleged illegal construction. Power theft amounting to 1.3 crore has been detected in dozens of homes, with anti-theft operations ongoing under police protection, particularly near the Jama Mosque. The anti-encroachment drive intensified after violent clashes on November 24 during a court-ordered Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid. The violence left five dead and injured over 20 police officers. The survey followed claims that the mosque was built on the ruins of a Hindu temple allegedly demolished during the Mughal era. The Supreme Court has since halted trial court proceedings against the mosque pending a hearing in the Allahabad High Court. Nearby, a well discovered near the mosque has been sealed, and excavation is underway, with heavy police deployment to maintain order. The ancient Shri Kartik Mahadev Temple, uncovered during the drive, reopened on December 13. Authorities revealed the temple had been locked since 1978 and contained a Shivling, Lord Hanuman's idol, and three damaged idols in its well. Carbon dating of the temple and well has been sought to determine their origins.
Maha Kumbh 2025: Till now, 70 saints allotted gunners in Prayagraj
As Maha Kumbh approaches, over 1,500 police, including 500 gunners, will protect seers and religious organizations. Many seers, claiming self-assessed threats, are requesting additional security and crowd management personnel. While some requests are genuine, others appear to be for status or crowd control, raising concerns about the true need for such extensive security measures.
7 lakh devotees to observe Kalpvas during Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj
Prayagraj is gearing up for the Maha Kumbh starting January 13, anticipating over 700,000 devotees to partake in the month-long Kalpvas. Extensive arrangements, including strategically placed tents spanning 900 bighas, prioritize devotee comfort and easy access to the Ganga for ritual bathing. Cleanliness is paramount, with color-coded dustbins managing waste. Kalpvasis will seek spiritual solace through this austere riverside pilgrimage.
Allahabad HC judge appears before SC collegium over remarks on UCC at VHP function
NEW DELHI: Allahabad High Court judge Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav, who stirred controversy with his statement at a Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) event, appeared before the Supreme Court collegium on Tuesday to present his side of the issue. Taking note of media reports on December 10, the top court sought a report from the Allahabad HC on the issue. Justice Yadav was asked to appear before the collegium and explain himself after the controversial statement, sources said. Headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sannjiv Khanna, the collegium asked Justice Yadav to clarify his position before any any action could be taken against him. The SC expressed strong disapproval of his speech and called for details from the Allahabad High Court regarding the matter. While directing the Allahabad HC to furnish details over the matter, the SC took cognisance of Justice Yadavs reported speech. In its official statement, the apex court noted, The Supreme Court has taken note of the newspaper reports of a speech given by Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav, a sitting judge of the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad. The details and particulars have been called from the HC and the matter is under consideration. An anguished SC said the details and particulars have been called from the Allahabad HC. The matter is under consideration, it added. While attending the VHP event, the judge had said the main aim of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) is to promote social harmony, gender equality and secularism. In a related development, Prashant Bhushan, a lawyer and convenor of the NGO, Campaign for Judicial accountability and Reforms (CJAR), wrote a letter to the CJI Khanna seeking an in-house enquiry into Justice Yadavs conduct. Echoing similar concern, senior advocate and Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal, also called for the impeachment of Justice Yadav, Judge of the Allahabad High Court, for his controversial speech on Sunday. Also in top court Jal Jeevan scheme case: Middleman gets bail The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted bail to a middleman arrested in connection with a money-laundering case linked to the alleged irregularities in Rajasthans Jal Jeevan Mission scheme. While granting the reprieve to Sanjay Badaya, a bench of Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan asked the Enforcement Directorate whether the then minister of the department concerned, on whose behalf the accused allegedly received money, was made an accused in the case. The ED counsel replied in the negative and said an investigation is underway.
Supreme Court collegium ticks off HC judge Shekhar Kumar Yadav for his speech at VHP event
The Supreme Court collegium reprimanded Allahabad High Court Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav for his controversial speech at a VHP event. The collegium advised him to maintain judicial dignity and exercise caution in public speeches, particularly regarding remarks about the Muslim community and the Uniform Civil Code, following complaints from lawyers and politicians.
Earthen stoves, cow dung cakes replace LPG stoves on Maha Kumbh campus
Two get life term in murder case
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PCS (Pre) candidates to enter exam hall after iris scan
Prominent saints seek police protection for Kumbh
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Shri Swaminarayan Sampradaya conducts bhumi pujan in Mela area
Over 7 lakh devotees to observe Kalpwas, Mela admin makes special arrangements
Allahabad High Court Judge Shekhar Kumar Yadav appeared before the Supreme Court collegium to address his controversial remarks on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Justice Yadav had advocated for the UCC as a means to eliminate unequal legal systems, sparking debate and prompting the Supreme Court's intervention.
AIADMK-DMK Spat Turns Acrimonious, Personal
Chennai: The ongoing war of words between the DMK and AIADMK turned more acrimonious on Tuesday with the barbs becoming personal and striking below the belt with State Municipal Administration Minister K N Nehru calling the Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami a coward toeing the line of BJP and AIADMK headquarters secretary S P Velumani retaliating with charges of pusillanimity. It all started with Palaniswamis aggressive speech at the AIADMK general council meeting on Sunday when he not only ran down the DMK as a party that had lost its popularity and set to lose the 2026 Assembly elections but also assured his cadre of a favourable alliance, which was variedly interpreted as joining hands with the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam of Vijay and also as a return to the BJP fold. In his retort, State Law Minister S Regupathy told Palaniswami on Monday to speak the truth instead of raising his voice and gesticulating on the state Assembly, to which the AIADMK immediately struck back with former Minister and senior leader R B Udhayakumar saying that the DMK government was at the back feet when a direct question on the tungsten mining controversy was raised in the Assembly. Udhayakumar asked why the DMK government took ten months to raise objections to the tungsten mining after the contract was awarded to Hindustan Zinc Limited and until the local villagers went up in arms against the project. He also pointed out that the DMK did not oppose the amendment to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act when it was brought in. Raising to defend the DMK government, State Municipal Administration Minister K N Nehru, in a statement on Tuesday, alleged that Palaniswami was terrified of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the Enforcement Directorate, the CBI, the Income Tax department, the Governor and raids. Nehru said Palaniswamis phobias were extending like the Great Wall of China that the AIADMK supported in Parliament the Bill that brought in CAA, the amendment to the Mines and Minerals Act that led to the tungsten exploration in Madurai became almost a reality and the National Food Safety Bill that was vehemently opposed by his former party chief, the late J Jayalalithaa. Even now the AIADMK did not sign the memorandum seeking the removal of Justice Sekar Kumar of the Allahabad High Court for his anti-Muslim speech and kept silent when the BJP went against the provisions of the Places of Worship Act 1991 and put many disputed premises under scrutiny, he said The AIADMK did not oppose the One Nation One Election legislation planned by the BJP and never spoke against the rise in prices of petrol and diesel, he said. Responding to Nehru, Velumani said it was Nehru who cowered in fright for 10 years after his brother Ramajeyam was murdered, which even the DMK government could not crack during the three and a half years in office, and not the brave Palaniswami, whose dictionary did not have the word fear. Velumani challenged Nehru on various issues like revealing the names of the people in the DMK who were identified as swindling Rs 30,000 crore by former State Finance Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan, and come out with the source of his income that enabled him to clear the family debts running to several crores of rupees. To put it otherwise, both the DMK and AIADMK not only turned aggressive and acrimonious in defending themselves and also hitting back at the other through a string of personal attacks, but both were trying to expose the other of wrongdoings by playing the blame game.
Allahabad High Court rules District Magistrate has no jurisdiction to inspect schools
The Allahabad High Court has said that the District Magistrate/ Collector, who is essentially a Revenue Officer, doesnt have jurisdiction to inspect a school, established by the Board of Basic Education. A Single Bench of Justice J.J. Munir passed this order while hearing a petition filed by Santosh Kumari. The Court noted that, Prima facie, [] The post Allahabad High Court rules District Magistrate has no jurisdiction to inspect schools appeared first on India Legal .
The Allahabad High Court has granted anticipatory bail to Sushil Singhania, the uncle of Nikita Singhania, accused in the suicide of Artificial Intelligence engineer Atul Subhash. A Single Bench of Justice Ashutosh Srivastava passed this order while hearing a Criminal Misc Anticipatory Bail Application filed by Nikita Singhania And 3 Others. The (Transit) Anticipatory Bail [] The post Allahabad High Court grants transit anticipatory bail to Sushil Singhania in Atul Subhash suicide case appeared first on India Legal .
Lucknow court sentences accused to 2 years imprisonment in bank fraud case
A Lucknow court sentenced Sardar Ahmad Khan to two years in prison and fined him Rs 10,000 for fraudulently obtaining a housing loan of Rs 3.5 lakh from SBI. This conviction is part of a larger CBI investigation into fraudulent housing loans sanctioned at SBI's Rajapur Branch, Allahabad, between 2001 and 2004, involving misappropriation of Rs 1.6 crore.
Atul Subhash case: Allahabad HC grants anticipatory bail to accused`s uncle
The Allahabad High Court grants anticipatory bail to Sushil Singhania, the uncle of Atul Subhash`s wife, as part of the investigation into Subhash`s tragic suicide. The case involves serious allegations of harassment and abuse
Jai Shri Ram never a communal slogan: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath defended the 'Jai Shri Ram' chant, asserting it was a symbol of faith, not a communal slogan. He questioned the opposition's criticism, highlighting the peaceful passage of religious processions and emphasizing India's governance by traditions of Ram, Krishna, and Buddha, not Babur or Aurangzeb.
What is the procedure for removing judges? | Explained
Why have some Rajya Sabha members called for the removal of Allahabad High Court Judge, Justice Yadav?
Persons with political and religious prejudices mustnt be made judges
In the wake of uproar over Allahabad High Court Judge Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadavs recent comments on Uniform Civil Code and that India will be run by the majority at a Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) function, retired Supreme Court judge Justice A K Pattnaik tells Suchitra Kalyan Mohanty that a judge shouldnt express views on political matters at a public forum. Excerpts: Whats your take on Justice Yadavs comment? He (Justice Yadav) should not have expressed his views on political matters at a public meeting. It was incorrect to do so. He may have his views on certain matters, but shouldnt express in a public platform. Do you think Justice Yadav broke rules mandating judges to maintain impartiality, equality and restraint in their judgments as well as outside the court? Justice Yadav has taken oath to uphold the Constitution. He has acted against the oath by expressing his opinion against a religious community. Has he forgotten that he is a judge? He crossed his boundaries. At least 55 MPs have signed a joint petition in the Rajya Sabha to impeach Justice Yadav It was expected of the 55 MPs to initiate a move to impeach Justice Yadav. The Constitution provides that a judge can be removed only by an order of the President, based on a motion passed by both Houses of Parliament. To initiate proceedings, at least 100 members of the Lok Sabha may submit a signed petition to the Speaker, or 50 members of the Rajya Sabha may give a signed notice to the Chairman. The Speaker or Chairman may consult individuals and examine relevant material related to the notice. Based on this, he/she may decide to either admit the motion or refuse it. Do you feel his comments warrant impeachment? His impeachment is warranted as his comments amount to misbehaviour by a judge. Has Justice Yadav crossed the Lakshman Rekha? Yes, he has commented against the minority community and politically sensitive matters. He is a judge, he should not have expressed his views on political matters, and that too at a public meeting. Judges have to follow Standard Operating Procedures by adhering to rules. However, it seems that some judges often speak on political issues Some judges often talk on politically sensitive issues, which must be avoided. A judge has to pass orders. A litigant looks up to the judiciary for justice. In the wake of controversy over Justice Yadavs comments, can people still expect impartial justice? These comments by any judge erode the faith of common man in the judiciary. Judges under any circumstances should not go out of the way and follow the SOP. Do you think the time has come for the judiciary to strengthen SOP for strict rules and even punishment? Judges are well aware of the rules. Persons with religious prejudices and with strong political inclinations should not be appointed as judges. The rights of minority are protected by the Constitution, and so, a judge cannot violate those. Currently, the only punishment for a permanent judge is impeachment. The punishment for an additional judge is that he/she must not be confirmed. What is the process for impeachment? First, the House investigates through an inquiry. Second, the House of Representatives must pass, by a simple majority of those present and voting, articles of impeachment, which constitute the formal allegations. Upon passage, the defendant has been impeached. The procedure relating to the removal of an High Court or Supreme Court judge is regulated by the Judges Inquiry Act, 1968, by the process of impeachment. The removal motion of an SC judge can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha. The President can issue the removal order after an address by Parliament, supported by a simple majority of each House.
The Allahabad High Court granted transit anticipatory bail to Sushil Singhania, uncle of Atul Subhash's widow, in an abetment to suicide case. Subhash, a Bengaluru techie, left a note blaming his wife's harassment. Singhania's lawyer questioned the note's authenticity and highlighted the family court judge's involvement.
ELTI to prepare English book for UP Board students
