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    · Apr 08, 2026 · 08:27 pm
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    · Apr 07, 2026 · 06:25 pm
  • Shahi Idgah case: Mosque committee moves SC after Hindu side claims structure is protected by ASI

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    Scroll Staff
    · Apr 04, 2025 · 03:36 pm
  • Samajwadi Party MP moves SC seeking implementation of Places of Worship Act

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    · Feb 14, 2025 · 04:41 pm
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    · Nov 24, 2024 · 01:35 pm
  • Assam’s land sale ban between Hindus and Muslims may be unconstitutional – but it’s happening anyway

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