As Delhi celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr with fervor, security was tightened at the iconic Jama Masjid to ensure a smooth and peaceful event. Meanwhile, Delhi saw a lower temperature on Monday, bringing some relief from the scorching heat. In other news, a fire broke out at a private hospital in Laxmi Nagar and an audit has been ordered for CCTV cameras installed by the previous AAP-led administration.
The court's decision came after the masjid committee filed a petition against the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) for not completing the whitewashing and installation of lights on the outer portion of the historical mosque. The ASI was given a week to complete the task, which has been pending for two years. The committee presented colored photographs as evidence to support their claim that the ASI initially agreed to the proposal but later denied it.
A clash erupted at Jama Masjid in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh after a violent incident involving firecrackers and clashes between two groups. The Imam of the mosque clarified that during Taraweeh prayers, a procession passed by creating noise which led to a Sutli bomb being thrown inside the mosque, causing panic and ultimately resulting in a violent clash. The Imam also questioned how the procession ended up in front of the mosque, sparking tensions between the two groups. Police have already filed an FIR and are investigating the incident.
Violence broke out in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh after an alleged attack on a crowd celebrating India's win in the Champions Trophy 2025. Stones were reportedly thrown and clashes ensued between two groups, leading to arson and fire in different areas. Police were forced to resort to cane charging and tear gas to control the situation, which led to panic and chaos in the town. No casualties have been reported and officials are advising people to maintain peace.
A victory rally in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, to celebrate India's ICC Champions Trophy win turned violent when a group of cricket enthusiasts allegedly started pelting stones near the Jama Masjid area. This led to the escalation of violence and the burning of two stores and several vehicles. Police are currently investigating the incident, using CCTV footage and mobile videos to identify the perpetrators and take strict actions against them.
The sacred month of Ramadan, a time of spiritual contemplation and self-restraint for Muslims, is set to commence on March 2nd in 2025 after the sighting of the crescent moon. Keep up-to-date with the latest information on moon sightings and sehri and iftar timings in major Indian cities by following the live blog by indianexpress.com. As anticipation builds, Delhi's Jama Masjid was beautifully lit up on the eve of the holy month.
India's top court is currently hearing petitions challenging a 1991 law that aims to preserve the character and identity of religious places of worship as they existed on the country's independence in 1947. The law has been a subject of controversy due to its impact on the dispute over the Babri Masjid, which was demolished in 1992. While some argue that the law infringes on religious freedom and secularism, others defend it as crucial in safeguarding the places of worship of religious minorities in a predominantly Hindu country. The court's decision on the issue, expected in February, could have wider implications for religious tensions in India.
During a lecture on secularism and the Indian Constitution, former Supreme Court Judge Justice Rohinton Nariman expressed his disappointment over the acquittal of political leaders accused of conspiring to demolish the Babri Masjid mosque in 1992. Despite the Supreme Court's interventions, the trial was dormant for 25 years and the special court eventually acquitted all the accused. This injustice, according to Justice Nariman, reflects the deteriorating state of affairs in the country. His comments were made at the inaugural lecture of the Ahmadi Foundation, established in the memory of Justice AM Ahmadi. A biography of Justice Ahmadi, titled 'The Fearless Judge', was also released at the event.
The 6th of December is a significant date in Indian political history, marked by both the death anniversary of Dr. B R Ambedkar and the demolition of Babri Masjid. This event sparked a shift in Indian politics, with the dominant ideology being Hindutva and the caste-eradicating movement of Mandal being sidelined. Recent petitions for surveys of Muslim places of worship have reignited communal tensions and the Congress party is struggling to effectively respond to the BJP's use of social justice to propel their electoral victories. As the debate continues, questions arise around the validity and implications of the Places of Worship Act enacted during the Ram Janmabhoomi movement.
The ongoing investigation into the recent communal clashes in Sambhal leads to a possible Pakistan connection and the UP Police have recovered ammunition manufactured by the Pakistan Ordnance Factory. As the violence is being investigated by a special investigation team, the UP government has decided to relaunch its controversial ‘naming and shaming’ campaign. This campaign will display names, recovery amounts, and photographs of suspects involved in the violence in public places. The tension in Sambhal began due to a crowd resisting a court-ordered survey of the 16th-century Shahi Jama Masjid, which was being investigated for allegedly being built atop a temple.