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'Not from WhatsApp university': Supreme Court’s top 5 remarks on Day 8 of Sabarimala hearing

April 24, 2026 11:31 am

The nine-judge bench of the Supreme Court is hearing the pleas concerning discrimination against women at religious places, including the Sabarimala temple, and the scope of religious freedom under the Constitution.

The gods must be laughing: Sabarimala is more than a battle between tradition and modernity

April 10, 2026 5:19 pm

From courtroom robes to pilgrim black, the debate over Ayyappa’s hilltop abode reveals a curious struggle to reconcile India’s ancient sacredness with its modern institutions.

Sabarimala row: Ahead of opening on November 5, Section 144 imposed in four areas to ensure safety

November 03, 2018 1:10 pm

The imposition of Section 144 restricts the gathering of more than four people at Saanidhanam, Pamba, Nilakkal and Elavunkal from November 4 to November 6.

Sabarimala row: Dalit woman leader aborts temple trek after rain, cops to conduct background check

October 20, 2018 9:09 pm

While her attempt to resume is uninformed, police are examining her track record to check if there is any case that had been registered against her.

Women entry to Sabarimala Temple: Centre to ascertain its stand, says Gowda

January 15, 2016 6:38 pm

Gowda said he was in the process of discussions with his senior law officers on the issue. "...I have to collect so many materials, then only I can go ahead," he said.

SC questions ban on entry of women in Sabarimala temple

January 12, 2016 2:30 am