India Archive

In a significant ruling on Monday, the Madras High Court issued directives to the Tamil Nadu government and the State Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department, emphasizing the sanctity of the Palani temple, also known as the Arulmigu Dhandayuthapaniswamy Temple, along with its sub-temples located in Tamil Nadu. This decision underscores a pivotal stance on religious practice and the preservation of sacred spaces within the Hindu community.

In a recent development that has drawn national attention, the Hindu community has approached India's highest judicial authority, the Supreme Court, with a significant request concerning the Gyanvapi Masjid, a site steeped in religious and historical significance. This move comes shortly after the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) released a report on the Gyanvapi Masjid.

In an unprecedented decision that has captured the nation's attention, an additional district sessions court in Kerala's Alappuzha district has handed down a significant verdict. On Tuesday, the court sentenced 15 individuals associated with the PFI-SDPI to death for their involvement in the 2021 murder of BJP leader Ranjith Sreenivasan.

In the Belilious Road area of Howrah district, late on Wednesday night, a confrontation involving two different community groups resulted in injuries to almost two dozen individuals. This prompted the local authorities to implement Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, as reported by The Indian Express.

In a significant ruling that impacts educational institutions across the country, the Supreme Court of India has made a clear statement regarding religious teachings in government-funded minority institutions. The apex court has stated that minority institutions, including those partially or fully funded by the government, cannot make religious education compulsory for their students.

As India gears up for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) has officially begun its campaign. This significant political move was initiated on Thursday, January 25, by party president JP Nadda in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Signaling its readiness for the upcoming general elections, the BJP unveiled a campaign video that is both a call to action and a statement of intent. Central to this launch is the two-minute and ten-second video featuring the party’s theme song, “Tabhi toh sab Modi ko chunte” (That’s why people select Modi), which articulates the widespread support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The DMK Youth Wing Conference, held in Salem recently, has become a focal point of controversy. The event, meant to be a gathering of the youth wing of the political party, DMK (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam), was embroiled in issues right from its inception. Notably, the event was marred by several problematic aspects ranging from the content of speeches to the general conduct at the venue.

In a significant development in the Gyanvapi case, the Varanasi District Court, on January 24th, granted permission to make the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) report public. This decision marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing case, as it allows for greater transparency and access to crucial information for both parties involved.

In what is being described as a monumental boost to the economy of Uttar Pradesh, the upcoming opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is projected to significantly elevate the state's financial prospects. According to a variety of national and international forecasts, the influx of visitors to Ayodhya, particularly after the temple's consecration ceremony, is anticipated to substantially benefit the state's economy.

MADURAI: In a remarkable discovery that links us to our past, a 500-year-old stone sculpture from the era of the Vijayanagara Empire has been unearthed near Madurai, Tamil Nadu. This significant find adds to the growing list of historical artifacts that shed light on the rich cultural heritage of ancient Tamil Nadu, a land where the valor of heroes was immortalized in stone.