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Gearing up for Ayodhya Ram Mandir's inauguration: A timeline of events from 1528 to 2024 sntGearing up for Ayodhya Ram Mandir's inauguration: A timeline of events from 1528 to 2024 snt

Gearing up for Ayodhya Ram Mandir's inauguration: A timeline of events from 1528 to 2024

As the nation gears up for the grand Ram Mandir inauguration on January 22, 2024, here's a look at the history of Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi, spanning over 495 years.

India News Jan 12, 2024, 3:56 PM IST

Bilkis Bano Gangrape Case: Supreme Court verdict on pleas against early release of convictsBilkis Bano Gangrape Case: Supreme Court verdict on pleas against early release of convicts

Bilkis Bano Gangrape Case: Supreme Court verdict today on pleas against early release of convicts

The Gujarat government, invoking a remission policy, had released the convicts on August 15, 2022. Bilkis Bano, a victim of post-Godhra riots in 2002, had been gang-raped, and the release prompted petitions from various entities.

India News Jan 8, 2024, 8:53 AM IST

 Karnataka: BJP leader Kota Srinivasa Poojary calls for action amidst Godhra reference   Karnataka: BJP leader Kota Srinivasa Poojary calls for action amidst Godhra reference  

Karnataka: BJP leader Kota Srinivasa Poojary calls for action amidst Godhra reference  

Kota Srinivasa Poojary, Leader of opposition in Legislative council and a prominent BJP leader, expresses outrage over a statement made by Congress leader B.K Hariprasad. Poojary's demand for accountability from the Congress government led by Siddaramaiah has been triggered by the reference to another Godhra-like incident.

Karnataka Jan 4, 2024, 5:00 PM IST

Sri Ram Sena chief Pramod Muthalik calls for BK Hariprasad's prosecution over Godhra-like remark in Karnataka vkpSri Ram Sena chief Pramod Muthalik calls for BK Hariprasad's prosecution over Godhra-like remark in Karnataka vkp

Sri Ram Sena chief Pramod Muthalik calls for BK Hariprasad's prosecution over Godhra-like remark in Karnataka

Sri Ram Sena's Pramod Muthalik strongly condemned Congress leader BK Hariprasad's remarks likening Ayodhya's temple inauguration to Godhra, calling them dangerous and inciting. He accused Congress of intolerance, questioned if Hariprasad aimed to provoke communal tension, and urged investigation, holding officials responsible for potential unrest. Muthalik warned against disruptions ahead of the Ram Mandir inauguration, hinting at suspicions of Hariprasad's involvement.

Karnataka Jan 4, 2024, 9:39 AM IST

'India risks bankruptcy like Pakistan, Afghanistan if it becomes Hindu nation': Ex K'taka Congress MLA warns vkp'India risks bankruptcy like Pakistan, Afghanistan if it becomes Hindu nation': Ex K'taka Congress MLA warns vkp

India will go bankrupt like Pakistan, Afghanistan if it becomes Hindu nation: K’taka CM's son

Former Karnataka Congress MLA Yathindra Siddaramaiah warned against India turning into a Hindu nation, drawing parallels with Pakistan and Afghanistan's troubles. He accused the BJP and RSS of eroding secularism, urging inclusive governance. Siddaramaiah advocated for minority representation, hinted at his father's continued leadership, and stressed unity. Congress MLC BK Hariprasad labelled the Ayodhya event political, invoking potential communal tensions like Godhra.

India News Jan 3, 2024, 4:51 PM IST

Congress leader BK Hariprasad sparks controversy, warns of Godhra-like tragedy in Karnataka vkpCongress leader BK Hariprasad sparks controversy, warns of Godhra-like tragedy in Karnataka vkp

Congress leader BK Hariprasad sparks controversy, warns of Godhra-like tragedy in Karnataka

Congress MLC BK Hariprasad's remarks on the Ram Mandir inauguration in Ayodhya, labeling it a political event, stir controversy in Karnataka. Expressing concerns akin to the Godhra tragedy, he urges the government to ensure safety. He emphasizes holding individuals accountable for Babri Masjid demolition and unresolved historical cases.

India News Jan 3, 2024, 1:03 PM IST

Uddhav Thackeray Godhra like incident after Ram temple inauguration draws BJP ire gcwUddhav Thackeray Godhra like incident after Ram temple inauguration draws BJP ire gcw

Uddhav Thackeray's 'Godhra-like incident after Ram temple inauguration' draws BJP's ire

Union Minister Anurag Thakur slammed the Maharashtra politician for being "greedy" and swung the question around to the ongoing row over Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's remark on 'Sanatan Dharm'.
 

India News Sep 11, 2023, 6:24 PM IST

Gujarat HC judge who refused to pause Rahul Gandhi's conviction in 'Modi surname' case on mega transfer list sntGujarat HC judge who refused to pause Rahul Gandhi's conviction in 'Modi surname' case on mega transfer list snt

Gujarat HC judge who refused to pause Rahul Gandhi's conviction in 'Modi surname' case on mega transfer list

Supreme Court Collegium recommends transfer of Gujarat High Court judge who ruled against Rahul Gandhi's conviction, alongside other judges.

India News Aug 11, 2023, 1:34 PM IST

2002 Godhra Riots Gujarat High Court cancels Teesta Setalvad's bail2002 Godhra Riots Gujarat High Court cancels Teesta Setalvad's bail

Teesta Setalvad faces arrest after Gujarat High Court cancels bail

Teesta Setalvad has been accused of allegedly fabricating the documents pertaining to the 2002 Godhra riots, so as to implicate higher functionaries of the then Gujarat government. The high court has asked her to surrender immediately

India News Jul 1, 2023, 1:16 PM IST

2002 Best Bakery Case: Mumbai Court acquits 2 accused in case AJR2002 Best Bakery Case: Mumbai Court acquits 2 accused in case AJR

2002 Best Bakery Case: Mumbai Court acquits 2 accused in case

The 2002 Best Bakery incident is referred as a gruesome incident of communal violence that took place in Gujarat during the post-Godhra riots in 2002. On March 1, 2002, the Best Bakery, a popular bakery in Vadodara, was attacked, resulting in the deaths of 14 people

India News Jun 13, 2023, 1:39 PM IST

2002 Godhra train burning case: Supreme Court grants bail to 8 life convicts AJR2002 Godhra train burning case: Supreme Court grants bail to 8 life convicts AJR

2002 Godhra train burning case: Supreme Court grants bail to 8 life convicts

The top court refused to consider bail application of other four other convicts in view of their role. A bench headed by Chief Justice of DY Chandrachud granted bail to the eight convicts. These eight people were those who were convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment and their sentences were upheld by the trial court order.

India News Apr 21, 2023, 3:13 PM IST

Naroda Gam massacre case: Ahmedabad court acquits all accused; check details AJRNaroda Gam massacre case: Ahmedabad court acquits all accused; check details AJR

2002 Gujarat riots: Ahmedabad court acquits all accused in Naroda Gam massacre case

Former Gujarat minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Maya Kodnani and Bajrang Dal leader Babu Bajrangi are among the 86 accused who are on trial in the case. Of the 86 accused, as many as 18 died in the intervening period.

India News Apr 20, 2023, 5:53 PM IST

Gujarat govt seeks death penalty for 11 Godhra train burning convicts; check details AJRGujarat govt seeks death penalty for 11 Godhra train burning convicts; check details AJR

Gujarat govt seeks death penalty for 11 Godhra train burning convicts; check details

On February 27, 2002, as many as 59 people were killed when the S-6 coach of the train was burnt at Gujarat's Godhra, triggering riots in the state. The state government has come in appeal against the commutation of death penalty into life term for 11 convicts.

India News Feb 20, 2023, 2:47 PM IST

Supreme Court agrees to hear plea challenging Centre's decision to ban BBC documentary on PM ModiSupreme Court agrees to hear plea challenging Centre's decision to ban BBC documentary on PM Modi

Supreme Court agrees to hear plea challenging Centre's decision to ban BBC documentary on PM Modi

A bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud and justices PS Narasimha and JB Pardiwala took note of the submissions of ML Sharma and senior advocate CU Singh seeking urgent listing of their separate PILs on the issue.

India News Jan 30, 2023, 12:22 PM IST

Supreme Court grants bail to convict in Godhra train coach burning case; check details AJRSupreme Court grants bail to convict in Godhra train coach burning case; check details AJR

Supreme Court grants bail to convict in Godhra train coach burning case; check details

Appearing for the Gujarat government, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta said it was "the most heinous offence" in which as many as 59 people, including women and children were burnt alive and there was a need to hear the appeals of the convicts at the earliest.

India News Dec 15, 2022, 2:25 PM IST