ALLAHABAD HIGH COURT
Hathras stampede: 3-member judicial panel formed to probe incident
The commission, tasked to complete the investigation within two months, will look into various aspects of the case including "whether this incident is an accident or a conspiracy" and the arrangements made by the district administration and police for crowd control. It will also recommend preventive steps.
"Majority will become minority...": HC raises concerns over religious conversion gatherings
The Allahabad High Court recently expressed serious concerns regarding religious conversion gatherings, highlighting the potential demographic implications if unlawful conversions persist in India.
Religious congregations where conversions take place must be stopped: Allahabad HC
The Allahabad High Court, while rejecting the bail plea of Kailash accused of religious conversion, emphasized that religious congregations leading to conversions should be immediately halted to prevent the country's majority population from becoming a minority. Justice Rohit Rajan Agarwal clarified that 'propagation' does not include converting individuals from their religion. The court noted serious allegations against Kailash for organizing gatherings in Delhi where people, including an informant's brother, were reportedly converted to Christianity. The case involves charges under IPC Section 365 and UP's Anti-Conversion Law, highlighting concerns over unlawful conversions in Uttar Pradesh.
Ayushi Patel's NEET plea based on 'forged documents' says Allahabad HC, social media users call for her 'arrest'
The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a petition filed by NEET-UG aspirant Ayushi Patel after finding discrepancies in her claims regarding a damaged OMR answer sheet. Patel alleged the National Testing Agency (NTA) failed to declare her result due to a torn OMR sheet. However, upon court order, the NTA presented the original OMR sheet, which showed no damage. The court, terming it a case of "forged documents," dismissed the petition and said the NTA is free to take legal action.
Mathura Shri Krishna Janmbhoomi complex case maintainability hearing on June 4
After the Allahabad High Court on Friday reserved its order regarding deciding the maintainability of 18 suits filed by Hindu petitioners seeking removal of Shahi Eidgah from the Shri Krishnajanmbhoomi complex in Mathura, the mosque committee filed another application alleging it was not given adequate time to argue its case.
Krishna Janmabhoomi case: Hearing complete, Allahabad High Court reserves verdict
The hearing in the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi vs Shahi Idgah case was completed on May 31 at the Allahabad HC. The High Court, after hearing the pleas from both sides on the maintainability plea, decided to reserve the decision. Earlier, SC, on Mar 19, disposed of the Id...
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SP leader Azam Khan gets 10 years of jail in 2016 forced eviction case
Samajwadi Party leader Mohammad Azam Khan was sentenced to 10 years in prison for forcibly vacating and demolishing a house in Dungarpur eight years ago. The Special MP/MLA Court also fined him Rs 14 lakh. The court found Khan guilty of conspiracy, while co-accused Barkat Ali received a seven-year sentence and Rs 6 lakh fine. Ali faces additional imprisonment if he fails to pay. Khan, already in Sitapur jail for other convictions, lost his UP Assembly membership in 2022 due to a hate speech case.
SP leader Azam Khan's wife released from jail after getting bail in fake birth certificate case
Tazeen Fatima, wife of Samajwadi Party leader Mohd Azam Khan, was on Wednesday released from Rampur district jail after getting bail from the Allahabad High Court last week. The Allahabad High Court had on May 24 granted bail to Azam Khan, his wife Fatima and son Abdullah Azam Khan in the fake birth certificate case.
SP leader Azam Khan, family granted bail in fake birth certificate case
Allahabad High Court grants bail to Azam Khan, wife, and son in the forgery case. Azam Khan's sentence is stayed, but they remain in jail. Azam Khan is in Sitapur Jail, Abdullah Azam is in Hardoi jail, and Tazeen Fatima is in Rampur jail.
Prayagraj: In seat with storied past, neta sons stake claim
Allahabad has served as the constituency of Prime Ministers Lal Bahadur Shastri and V P Singh, and prominent politicians like Bahuguna and Murli Manohar Joshi. But the constituency, says social scientist Badri Narayan, didn’t enjoy the kind of infrastructural growth it should have had.
PM Modi criticises INDIA bloc, alleges corruption and neglect of heritage
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the INDIA bloc, accusing its leaders of corruption, promoting the Congress' "royal family" (Gandhis), and neglecting cultural heritage and regional pride. He made these remarks during BJP election rallies in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, as well as a dialogue with women workers in Varanasi. Modi highlighted instances of mismanagement during the Kumbh mela under SP and Congress governments and referenced the elimination of a local mafia figure under the BJP's rule.
Shahi Idgah: Waqf Board, mosque panel failed to provide property documents, Hindu side tells HC
During the hearing of the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah case in the Allahabad High Court, the Hindu side highlighted that neither the Sunni Central Waqf Board nor the mosque committee had provided any documents proving ownership of the disputed property. They also mentioned that no electricity connection was registered under their names, and an FIR had been filed against them for illegal power usage.
HC asks govt not to renew licence of liquor shop near Kanpur school after LKG student moves court
Allahabad High Court stops renewal of liquor shop license near Kanpur school following Atharva Dixit's PIL. Possible closure of Azad Nagar shop after March 31, 2025, due to 'anti-social elements' and legal regulations.
Shahi Idgah dispute: It's Waqf Board nature to 'encroach' any property, Hindu side to Allahabad HC
The Hindu side in the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah dispute has argued that the Waqf Board's practice of encroaching on property and declaring it as a waqf asset cannot be permitted. The Hindu side's counsel, Rina N Singh, stated that the Waqf Board's practice cannot be permitted. The Muslim side claimed that the property became a waqf property through a 1968 compromise, but the deity was not a party.
BSP replaces Jaunpur candidate Shrikala Reddy, her ex-MP husband lashes out at party
BSP replaced Jaunpur candidate Shrikala Reddy with Shyam Singh Yadav. Dhananjay Singh's wife felt hurt by the move, calling it a conspiracy. Babu Singh Kushwaha, a former BSP leader, is contesting.
Supreme Court grants anticipatory bail to Umar Ansari in model code violation case
The Allahabad High Court had on December 19 last year rejected Ansari's anticipatory bail application and said looking at the facts and circumstances of the case, an offence was made out against him.
BSP changes Jaunpur candidate, fields sitting MP Shyam Singh Yadav
The BSP has changed its candidate for Jaunpur, replacing Srikala Reddy with sitting MP Shyam Singh Yadav, following a call from BSP chief Mayawati. This decision comes after former MP Dhananjay Singh's wife, Srikala Reddy, was initially given the ticket. Dhananjay Singh was sentenced to seven years of rigorous imprisonment in a 2020 case of kidnapping and extortion. Although granted bail by the Allahabad High Court, his sentence was not suspended.
Nithari killings: SC agrees to hear plea of victim's father against acquittal of Surendra Koli
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a plea challenging Allahabad High Court's order acquitting Surendra Koli in the 2006 Nithari serial killings case. A bench of Justice BR Gavai, Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Sandeep Mehta issued a notice on an appeal filed by one Pappu Lal, the father of one of the victims.
Former Allahabad HC judge to head appellate body for chartered accountants, company secretaries
Justice Suresh Kumar Gupta, former judge of the Allahabad High Court, has been appointed as the chairperson of the appellate body for chartered accountants, company secretaries, and cost accountants by the government. Alongside him, three members—Rakesh Mohan, Sandip Garg, and Amit Anand Apte—have also been appointed to the appellate authority. Sandip Garg additionally serves as a whole-time member of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India.
Dhananjay Singh extends wishes to his wife for elections after being released from jail
After being released, Dhananjay Singh while speaking with the reporters said, "A fake case was registered against me in 2020. There was a case of corruption in Namami Gange... I will go directly to my region Jaunpur. My best wishes to her (his wife) that she contests and wins the elections..."
Waqf Act not applicable to Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah dispute, says Hindu side
In the ongoing Krishna Janmbhoomi-Shahi Idgah dispute at Mathura, the Hindu side argued in the Allahabad High Court that the property in dispute is not a waqf property and therefore, the provisions of the Waqf Act will not apply. They maintained that the suit is maintainable and its non-maintainability can only be determined after leading evidence. The Hindu side cited the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, stating that its provisions do not apply as the religious character of the place has not been defined in the Act.
Krishna Janmbhoomi-Idgah suit: Hindu side says forcible possession of temple land does not make it Waqf property
Allahabad High Court debates Mathura temple jurisdiction, legal acts. Hearing set for April 30. Focus on Places of Worship Act, legal procedures in Hindu-Muslim dispute.
Mathura mosque matter beyond remit of Waqf tribunal, argues Hindu side
In the ongoing Shahi Idgah mosque dispute, the Hindu side argues that the matter falls outside the Waqf tribunal's jurisdiction and should be heard by a civil court, countering the Muslim side's claim under the Waqf Act. Ajay Kumar Singh, representing the Hindu side, cited a 1999 Supreme Court judgment supporting civil court jurisdiction in religious disputes. Taslima Aziz Ahmadi, representing the Muslim side, requested time to summarize her arguments. The court scheduled the next hearing for April 18.
SC closes proceedings on Mukhtar Ansari's appeal against conviction in case
The Supreme Court closed proceedings on jailed politician Mukhtar Ansari's plea against a 24-year-old case's verdict, noting his demise. Ansari died of cardiac arrest on March 28 in Uttar Pradesh. The court had earlier sought UP government's response on his appeal against a five-year sentence imposed by the Allahabad High Court.
SC to hear on April 1 Gyanvapi committee's plea against allowing puja in cellar
While dismissing the plea of the mosque committee on February 26, the high court had observed that the Uttar Pradesh government's 1993 decision of stopping worship rituals inside the "Vyas Tehkhana" -- located at the southern cellar of the Gyanvapi -- was "illegal".
SKS Power resolution faces roadblock as HC orders CBI probe
Torrent Power and Sharda Energy and Power are the two entities in the fray to acquire the 600 MW power generation company. The committee of creditors last year approved a ₹1,800-crore debt resolution plan for Sharda Energy. However, Torrent Power claimed it gave a higher offer and alleged an improper sale process.
Allahabad High Court strikes down UP Madrasa Act
Allahabad High Court ruled UP Board of Madrasa Education Act, 2004 unconstitutional for violating secularism. It directed integration of madrasa students into recognized schools due to quality concerns in madrasa education, impacting a significant number of madrasas in UP.
Allahabad HC expunges district court judge's 'philosopher king' remark on Yogi Adityanath
The move by the single bench of Justice Ram Manohar Narayan Mishra came while passing an order on Tuesday on a plea to set aside the order passed on March 5 by the additional sessions judge of Bareilly, Ravi Kumar Diwakar, when the latter had summoned a Muslim cleric and political leader Tauqueer Raza Khan to face trial for being the alleged mastermind of communal riots that took place in Bareilly in 2010.
Krishna Janmabhoomi case: Supreme Court disposes of plea against High Court order on consolidation of 15 suits
The Supreme Court disposed of a plea challenging Allahabad High Court's order on Mathura's Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah Masjid dispute, allowing Committee of Management Trust Shahi Masjid Idgah to pursue a recall application. On January 11, the high court "in interest of justice" directed that the 15 suits on an application filed by the Hindu plaintiff be consolidated.
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