Kerala High Court
Kerala High Court Demands Comprehensive Investigation into Sabarimala Temple Gold Theft Conspiracy
Oct 22, 2025 12:27 am CST
The Kerala High Court has ordered a thorough investigation into the Sabarimala temple gold theft, stating it appears to be part of a broader conspiracy involving Travancore Devaswom Board officials at multiple levels. Court documents reveal approximately 475 grams of temple gold remain unaccounted for after sponsor Unnikrishnan Potti was improperly given custody of gold-plated idols in 2019, with evidence suggesting deliberate mishandling and potential cover-up attempts.
SIT Files First Report in Sabarimala Temple Gold Theft Investigation to Kerala High Court
Oct 21, 2025 11:15 pm CST
The Special Investigation Team probing the Sabarimala temple gold theft case has submitted its first sealed report to the Kerala High Court. The investigation follows the unauthorized removal of gold-plated copper claddings from guardian deity idols and the sanctum sanctorum, with 10 individuals including sponsor Unnikrishnan Potty now facing criminal charges.
Kerala Education Minister Offers Support to Muslim Student Denied Entry Over Hijab in Private School
Oct 18, 2025 05:46 pm CST
Kerala's Education Minister V Sivankutty has pledged government assistance to a Muslim girl student barred from wearing hijab at a Church-run private school in Kochi. The minister promised a special order to facilitate her admission to any institution of her choice after the incident caused significant distress to the student, whose father confirmed she would not return to St Rita school. The controversy has drawn support for the student from the Indian Union Muslim League, which criticized the school's stance as "utmost intolerance" in a state known for its cultural diversity.
Kerala High Court Dismisses Legal Challenge to Arundhati Roy's Book Cover Depicting Smoking
Oct 13, 2025 02:08 pm CST
The Kerala High Court has rejected a Public Interest Litigation against author Arundhati Roy's book 'Mother Mary Comes To Me' that claimed its cover depicting the author smoking violated tobacco advertising laws. The court noted that the publisher had already included an appropriate disclaimer and criticized the petitioner for failing to examine relevant materials before filing the case.
Sabarimala Gold Theft Scandal: 5 Kg Gold Missing From Temple Door Panels During Restoration
Oct 07, 2025 08:20 pm CST
A major controversy has erupted at Kerala's famous Sabarimala temple over allegations that nearly 5 kg of gold disappeared from door panels during restoration work in 2019 and 2025. The scandal involves sponsor Unnikrishnan Potti and the Travancore Devaswom Board, with opposition parties demanding a CBI investigation as discrepancies in weight and documentation raise serious questions about temple treasures.
Actor Dulquer Salmaan Petitions Kerala High Court for Release of Seized Luxury Vehicle in Customs Smuggling Investigation
Sep 27, 2025 01:18 am CST
Actor Dulquer Salmaan has approached the Kerala High Court seeking the release of his 2004 Land Rover Defender seized during customs raids targeting smuggled luxury vehicles from Bhutan. Salmaan claims legitimate purchase and proper documentation, while authorities have seized 36 high-end cars in "Operation Numkhor" that allegedly revealed connections to gold smuggling, drug trafficking, and potential terrorist funding.
Kerala Celebs Under Lens As Probe Agency Takes Up Bhutan Car Smuggling Case
Sep 25, 2025 01:50 am CST
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) will probe the high-profile Bhutan car smuggling racket after a nudge from the Kerala High Court.
Kerala High Court Rules Beggar Cannot Be Forced To Pay Maintenance To Wife
Sep 20, 2025 06:57 pm CST
The Kerala High Court has ruled that a court cannot compel a beggar to pay maintenance to his wife, while directing the state to step in to ensure that destitute spouses receive food and clothing.
Muslim Man Can't Have Multiple Wives If He Can't Maintain Them: Kerala High Court
Sep 20, 2025 04:10 pm CST
The Kerala High Court has observed that it cannot accept multiple marriages of a Muslim man when he has no capacity to maintain his wives, and one of them approaches the court claiming maintenance.