religious practices
Supreme Court Questions Practice of Special Pujas for the Wealthy at Bankey Bihari Temple: Deity's Rest Time at Stake
Dec 15, 2025 08:39 pm CST
The Supreme Court has expressed concerns over wealthy individuals purchasing special pujas at Bankey Bihari Ji Temple in Vrindavan, disrupting the deity's sacred rest periods. The court is examining a petition challenging recent changes to darshan timings and traditional practices, highlighting tensions between commercial interests and religious traditions. A high-powered committee currently manages the temple while constitutional questions regarding state control await resolution by the Allahabad High Court.
Supreme Court Intervenes in Banke Bihari Temple Timing Dispute: Tradition vs Management
Dec 15, 2025 03:29 pm CST
The Supreme Court has issued notice on a petition challenging changes to darshan timings at Vrindavan's historic Banke Bihari Temple. The case pits the traditional Goswami priest community against temple management, with Chief Justice Surya Kant expressing concern about exploitation of the deity during designated rest periods. The dispute centers on seasonal worship schedules and essential religious practices that petitioners claim are being disrupted.
Tamil Nadu BJP Condemns INDIA Bloc's Impeachment Move Against Judge in Temple Lamp Controversy
Dec 09, 2025 08:32 pm CST
The Tamil Nadu BJP has criticized Opposition MPs for seeking the removal of Justice GR Swaminathan over his ruling on lighting a lamp near a dargah at Thirupparankundram temple. Over 120 INDIA bloc MPs submitted an impeachment notice, highlighting tensions between the DMK government and judiciary. BJP leaders accused the DMK of targeting the judge for his Brahmin identity and engaging in appeasement politics, while the Supreme Court has agreed to hear the state government's challenge to the ruling.
Supreme Court Questions Validity of Talaq-e-Hasan: "How Is This Allowed In Modern Society?"
Nov 19, 2025 05:47 pm CST
India's Supreme Court is revisiting Muslim divorce practices by questioning the validity of talaq-e-hasan, where men can divorce wives by pronouncing 'talaq' monthly for three months. The court expressed concerns about women's dignity and rights while addressing multiple petitions, including a case where a woman struggles with her child's school admission after being divorced through her husband's lawyer.
Former Supreme Court Judge: No Religion Permits Environmental Damage During Celebrations
Oct 30, 2025 12:00 am CST
Former Supreme Court Judge Justice Abhay S Oka addresses the growing issue of environmental degradation in the name of religious practices. In a recent lecture, he emphasizes that no religion endorses activities like bursting firecrackers, idol immersion in natural water bodies, or using loud loudspeakers during celebrations that harm the environment. Justice Oka argues that these practices are not essential religious activities protected by the Constitution and calls for eco-friendly alternatives to preserve our environment.