Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)

Protecting heritage from religious claims

The recent findings by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) that 250 protected monuments are registered as Waqf properties have sparked a significant debate about heritage, ownership, and preservation. This revelation, which will be presented to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, underscores the intricate and often contentious relationship between […]

SC stalls trial court proceedings in Sambhal Mosque dispute

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday directed the Sambhal Trial Court to halt proceedings in the case concerning the Shahi Jama Masjid until the matter is addressed by the Allahabad High Court. The apex court also instructed that the survey report prepared by the advocate commissioner remain sealed and unopened in the interim.   […]