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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.
Ancient Treasures Revealed: Copper Coins and Gold Stick Found in Banke Bihari Temple's Treasury After 54 Years
Oct 20, 2025 02:35 am CST
After 54 years, the sealed treasury of Mathura's Banke Bihari Temple was opened under Supreme Court orders, revealing modest artifacts including copper coins, silver sticks, and a gold stick used in Holi celebrations. The inspection, conducted amid controversy from the Goswami community who questioned the authority of the interim committee, has now been completed with a full inventory of the discovered items.