Section 144 Imposed In the Several States, Social Media Under The Scanner.

Gravitas: Ayodhya Verdict: Security Tightened Across India

PM Modi Hails The Historic Ayodhya Verdict In His Address To The Nation.

Gravitas: Ayodhya Verdict: Prime Minister Modi's Address To The Nation

A five-judge bench of the Supreme Court is pronouncing its historic verdict on a batch of a petition against the 2010 Allahabad High Court order in the sensitive Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case.

SC to Centre: Hand over disputed site to build temple; separate land for mosque

Listing The Prominent Observations By The Supreme Court Bench On Ayodhya Case.

Gravitas: Ayodhya Verdict: Key Observations

Ayodhya Verdict Is Out: Here Are The Details.

Gravitas: Ayodhya: Apex Court Delivers Historic Verdict

The Supreme Court of India is delivering its verdict in the decades-old Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case on Saturday. Political leaders across the party lines have appealed for peace and calm. Watch this video to know more.

The Ayodhya Case: A timeline

Watch: India's Top Court delivering Ayodhya verdict

Ahead of the BRICS Summit in Brazil next week, Russian envoy to India Nikolay Kudashev spoke to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal.&nbsp;

Kudashev said that the grouping is a new model of international, political and economic contact. While confirming Modi-Putin meet next week on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit, Kudashev said that Russia supports India's idea of holding a global comprehensive convention against terrorism or CCIT that calls for a common definition of terror as well as PM Modi's idea to convene a global conference on counter-terror.&nbsp;

Here is the transcript of the interview.

WION: What will be the main focus of the BRICS Summit in Brazil?

Kudashev: The summit testifies that the BRICS remain very much relevant and remains capable of generating new ideas and the new vision for the future. For us, as a regional member to the BRICS, our highest priority will be the position of the group of 5 as a new model of international, political and economic contact. No less important will be the issue of strategic stability, multipolarity, peace and security. Economic dimensions of BRICS have greater and greater importance. In the offing are BRICS women business alliance, BRICS platform for energy research. Issue of new challenges and threats, counter-terrorism and information security will be in focus. Russia advocates a separate pact on information security which is of great importance for us. Multiple ideas are put forward by our BRICS partners, including India, for enhanced humanitarian connect.

WION: Will PM Modi meet Russian President Putin in Brazil?

Kudashev: Yes, it is in the offing. It will be premature for me to announce the specific date and time, but it will happen. Our relation with India is special and in the coming year, we will celebrate the 20th anniversary of our strategic partnership, the 10th anniversary of our specially privilege strategic partnership, the 75th anniversary in the great patriotic war and 550th anniversary of the first contact between India and Russia.

WION: When will the training of Gaganyaan astronauts begin in Russia?&nbsp;

Kudashev: The legal environment is there and the sooner we start doing the business and start the training procedure, the better it is because time goes by very fast and the flight will come very soon.

WION: Indian defence minister was in Moscow. When can we see an inter-government agreement on Reciprocal Logistics Support (ARLS) ?

Kudashev: I could say that we remain committed to this agreement, committed to doing it at the earliest, so I believe doing in the course of coming 2-3 months, it will be there.

WION: Terror remains a key global concern, including for India, how are both countries are increasing the counter-terror initiative?&nbsp;

Kudashev: We should help each other. We actively cooperate at the global level and at the regional level. We do exchange our experiences, information and certain material. Russia is supportive of India's idea of doing a global comprehensive convention against terrorism and remains supportive of PM Modi's idea to convene a global conference on counter-terror.&nbsp;

Ahead of the BRICS Summit in Brazil next week, Russian envoy to India Nikolay Kudashev spoke to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal. Kudashev said that the grouping is a new model of international, political and economic contact.

Ahead of the BRICS Summit in Brazil next week, Russian envoy to India Nikolay Kudashev spoke to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal. Kudashev said that the grouping is a new model of international, political and economic contact. While confirming Modi-Putin meet next week on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit, Kudashev said that Russia supports India's idea of holding a global comprehensive convention against terrorism or CCIT that calls for a common definition of terror as well as PM Modi's idea to convene a global conference on counter-terror. Here is the transcript of the interview. WION: What will be the main focus of the BRICS Summit in Brazil? Kudashev: The summit testifies that the BRICS remain very much relevant and remains capable of generating new ideas and the new vision for the future. For us, as a regional member to the BRICS, our highest priority will be the position of the group of 5 as a new model of international, political and economic contact. No less important will be the issue of strategic stability, multipolarity, peace and security. Economic dimensions of BRICS have greater and greater importance. In the offing are BRICS women business alliance, BRICS platform for energy research. Issue of new challenges and threats, counter-terrorism and information security will be in focus. Russia advocates a separate pact on information security which is of great importance for us. Multiple ideas are put forward by our BRICS partners, including India, for enhanced humanitarian connect. WION: Will PM Modi meet Russian President Putin in Brazil? Kudashev: Yes, it is in the offing. It will be premature for me to announce the specific date and time, but it will happen. Our relation with India is special and in the coming year, we will celebrate the 20th anniversary of our strategic partnership, the 10th anniversary of our specially privilege strategic partnership, the 75th anniversary in the great patriotic war and 550th anniversary of the first contact between India and Russia. WION: When will the training of Gaganyaan astronauts begin in Russia? Kudashev: The legal environment is there and the sooner we start doing the business and start the training procedure, the better it is because time goes by very fast and the flight will come very soon. WION: Indian defence minister was in Moscow. When can we see an inter-government agreement on Reciprocal Logistics Support (ARLS) ? Kudashev: I could say that we remain committed to this agreement, committed to doing it at the earliest, so I believe doing in the course of coming 2-3 months, it will be there. WION: Terror remains a key global concern, including for India, how are both countries are increasing the counter-terror initiative? Kudashev: We should help each other. We actively cooperate at the global level and at the regional level. We do exchange our experiences, information and certain material. Russia is supportive of India's idea of doing a global comprehensive convention against terrorism and remains supportive of PM Modi's idea to convene a global conference on counter-terror.

BRICS is new model of international contact: Russian envoy to India

The UP Sunni Central Waqf Board on Saturday welcomed the Supreme Court verdict regarding the Ayodhya land dispute case and made it clear that it will not go for any review or file any curative petition against the same.

"We welcome and humbly accept the verdict of the Supreme Court. I, as chairman of the UP Sunni Central Waqf Board, want to make it clear that the UP Sunni Central Waqf Board (UPSCWB) will not go in for any review of the apex court`s order or file any curative petition, hence any statement in this regard by any individual, lawyer or organisation which mentions that UP Sunni Central Waqf Board will go in for a review is not our line," said Zufar Faruqi, Chairman, UPSCWB.

"We are grateful to the Supreme Court for setting aside as `erroneous` the observation of one of the Judges of the Allahabad High Court (2010), which diluted the provisions of the Places of Worship Act 1991," Faruqi added.

The Supreme Court on Saturday directed the Centre to give five acres of suitable land to Sunni Waqf Board and at the same time make necessary arrangements for the construction of the temple by forming a trust.

"Central government shall form in three to four months a scheme for setting up of a trust. They shall make necessary arrangements for the management of trust and construction of the temple," Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi said while reading out the verdict.

A five-judge constitution bench presided by Chief Justice Gogoi and comprising Justices SA Bobde, DY Chandrachud, Ashok Bhushan and S Abdul Nazeer passed the order on a bunch of petitions against an order of the Allahabad High Court which trifurcated the site between the parties -- Ramlalla Virajman, Sunni Central Waqf Board and Nirmohi Akhara.

A decade-long legal dispute was fought by right-wing party Hindu Mahasabha, a sect of Hindu monks Nirmohi Akhara and Muslim Waqf Board over 2.77 acres of land in Ayodhya.&nbsp;

 
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The UP Sunni Central Waqf Board on Saturday welcomed the Supreme Court verdict regarding the Ayodhya land dispute case and made it clear that it will not go for any review or file any curative petition against the same.

The UP Sunni Central Waqf Board on Saturday welcomed the Supreme Court verdict regarding the Ayodhya land dispute case and made it clear that it will not go for any review or file any curative petition against the same. "We welcome and humbly accept the verdict of the Supreme Court. I, as chairman of the UP Sunni Central Waqf Board, want to make it clear that the UP Sunni Central Waqf Board (UPSCWB) will not go in for any review of the apex court`s order or file any curative petition, hence any statement in this regard by any individual, lawyer or organisation which mentions that UP Sunni Central Waqf Board will go in for a review is not our line," said Zufar Faruqi, Chairman, UPSCWB. "We are grateful to the Supreme Court for setting aside as `erroneous` the observation of one of the Judges of the Allahabad High Court (2010), which diluted the provisions of the Places of Worship Act 1991," Faruqi added. The Supreme Court on Saturday directed the Centre to give five acres of suitable land to Sunni Waqf Board and at the same time make necessary arrangements for the construction of the temple by forming a trust. "Central government shall form in three to four months a scheme for setting up of a trust. They shall make necessary arrangements for the management of trust and construction of the temple," Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi said while reading out the verdict. A five-judge constitution bench presided by Chief Justice Gogoi and comprising Justices SA Bobde, DY Chandrachud, Ashok Bhushan and S Abdul Nazeer passed the order on a bunch of petitions against an order of the Allahabad High Court which trifurcated the site between the parties -- Ramlalla Virajman, Sunni Central Waqf Board and Nirmohi Akhara. A decade-long legal dispute was fought by right-wing party Hindu Mahasabha, a sect of Hindu monks Nirmohi Akhara and Muslim Waqf Board over 2.77 acres of land in Ayodhya.

Humbly accept Ayodhya verdict, won't file review petition: UP Sunni Central Waqf Board

In this segment, WION exclusively speaks to Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, an Indian Spiritual Leader over Supreme Court's verdict on Ayodhya dispute. Watch this video to find out more.

WION speaks to Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, an Indian Spiritual Leader over SC's verdict on Ayodhya dispute

Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on returning from Pakistan after attending the inaugural ceremony of the Kartarpur Corridor on Saturday hoped that this will eventually become a corridor of 'peace'&nbsp;between the two counties.

"It was a really good experience; I hope the corridor will eventually become a corridor of peace between the two countries. A lot of work has been done in double-quick time, massive efforts were put in," said Singh. "We have heard about Kartarpur Corridor so often; to be able to go and see it by yourself is a different feeling," he added.

Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Integrated Check Post (ICP) of the corridor at Dera Baba Nanak in Gurdaspur district of Punjab and flagged off the first 'jatha'&nbsp;of devotees travelling to Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib in Narowal district of Punjab province in Pakistan.

Former Prime Minister of India, Manmohan Singh, and Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu also visited Pakistan via the corridor earlier today. India and Pakistan had on October 24 signed an agreement on the modalities for operationalising Kartarpur Sahib corridor, paving the way for its inauguration ahead of 550th birth anniversary of Sikh faith founder Guru Nanak Dev.&nbsp; 
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Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on returning from Pakistan after attending the inaugural ceremony of the Kartarpur Corridor on Saturday hoped that this will eventually become a corridor of 'peace' between the two counties.

Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on returning from Pakistan after attending the inaugural ceremony of the Kartarpur Corridor on Saturday hoped that this will eventually become a corridor of 'peace' between the two counties. "It was a really good experience; I hope the corridor will eventually become a corridor of peace between the two countries. A lot of work has been done in double-quick time, massive efforts were put in," said Singh. "We have heard about Kartarpur Corridor so often; to be able to go and see it by yourself is a different feeling," he added. Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Integrated Check Post (ICP) of the corridor at Dera Baba Nanak in Gurdaspur district of Punjab and flagged off the first 'jatha' of devotees travelling to Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib in Narowal district of Punjab province in Pakistan. Former Prime Minister of India, Manmohan Singh, and Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu also visited Pakistan via the corridor earlier today. India and Pakistan had on October 24 signed an agreement on the modalities for operationalising Kartarpur Sahib corridor, paving the way for its inauguration ahead of 550th birth anniversary of Sikh faith founder Guru Nanak Dev.

Hope Kartarpur Corridor eventually becomes corridor of peace between both countries: Punjab CM

Former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh on Saturday said although there are many "buts and ifs" in the relationship between India and Pakistan but Kartarpur corridor is a good beginning to normalise the relation.

Singh, who came back to India from Pakistan after attending the inauguration ceremony of Kartarpur Corridor told ANI, "It was a good beginning, India-Pakistan relations are subject to many buts and ifs, I hope this is a good beginning to normalise our relation."

Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had inaugurated the Integrated Check Post (ICP) of the corridor at Dera Baba Nanak in Gurdaspur district of Punjab and flagged off the first 'jatha'&nbsp;of devotees travelling to Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib in Narowal district of Punjab province in Pakistan.

India and Pakistan had on October 24 signed an agreement on the modalities for operationalising Kartarpur Sahib corridor, paving the way for its inauguration ahead of 550th birth anniversary of Sikh faith founder Guru Nanak Dev.&nbsp; 
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Former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh on Saturday said although there are many "buts and ifs" in the relationship between India and Pakistan but Kartarpur corridor is a good beginning to normalise the relation.

Former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh on Saturday said although there are many "buts and ifs" in the relationship between India and Pakistan but Kartarpur corridor is a good beginning to normalise the relation. Singh, who came back to India from Pakistan after attending the inauguration ceremony of Kartarpur Corridor told ANI, "It was a good beginning, India-Pakistan relations are subject to many buts and ifs, I hope this is a good beginning to normalise our relation." Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had inaugurated the Integrated Check Post (ICP) of the corridor at Dera Baba Nanak in Gurdaspur district of Punjab and flagged off the first 'jatha' of devotees travelling to Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib in Narowal district of Punjab province in Pakistan. India and Pakistan had on October 24 signed an agreement on the modalities for operationalising Kartarpur Sahib corridor, paving the way for its inauguration ahead of 550th birth anniversary of Sikh faith founder Guru Nanak Dev.

Hope Kartarpur corridor is good beginning to normalise India-Pak relations: Manmohan Singh

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Kartarpur checkpost, which connects Punjab to Kartarpur Sahib in Pakistan's Narowal district, shortly.

A short while back, Modi paid obeisance at the Ber Sahib gurudwara in Sultanpur Lodhi in Punjab's Kathurthala district.

Modi was received by Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh at the Amritsar airport.

Meanwhile, the first batch of Indian pilgrims have already arrived in Kartarpur in Pakistan.

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The 4.5-kilometre-long corridor is being opened on the 550th birth anniversary of Sikhism's founder Guru Nanak Dev.

Modi will inaugurate passenger terminal building where pilgrims will get clearance to travel through the corridor.

Ahead of the inauguration ceremony, Modi will have lunch with the pilgrims following which he will address a public rally.&nbsp;

The first batch comprising 500 pilgrims will include several dignitaries including former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Amarinder Singh and former Punjab chief minister Parkash Singh Badal.

Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu, who was invited by Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, will also attend the inauguration ceremony.

Imran Khan will be holding a separate ceremony today in Kartarpur.

Meanwhile, security has been tightened across Punjab ahead of Kartarpur inauguration.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Kartarpur checkpost, which connects Punjab to Kartarpur Sahib in Pakistan's Narowal district, shortly. A short while back, Modi paid obeisance at the Ber Sahib gurudwara in Sultanpur Lodhi in Punjab's Kathurthala district.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Kartarpur checkpost, which connects Punjab to Kartarpur Sahib in Pakistan's Narowal district, shortly. A short while back, Modi paid obeisance at the Ber Sahib gurudwara in Sultanpur Lodhi in Punjab's Kathurthala district. Modi was received by Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh at the Amritsar airport. Meanwhile, the first batch of Indian pilgrims have already arrived in Kartarpur in Pakistan. PM Modi pays obeisance at Ber Sahib Gurudwara × The 4.5-kilometre-long corridor is being opened on the 550th birth anniversary of Sikhism's founder Guru Nanak Dev. Modi will inaugurate passenger terminal building where pilgrims will get clearance to travel through the corridor. Ahead of the inauguration ceremony, Modi will have lunch with the pilgrims following which he will address a public rally. The first batch comprising 500 pilgrims will include several dignitaries including former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Amarinder Singh and former Punjab chief minister Parkash Singh Badal. Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu, who was invited by Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, will also attend the inauguration ceremony. Imran Khan will be holding a separate ceremony today in Kartarpur. Meanwhile, security has been tightened across Punjab ahead of Kartarpur inauguration.

PM Modi to inaugurate Kartarpur checkpost shortly, security beefed up across Punjab 

Security has been beefed up across the country ahead of the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ayodhya-land-dispute-supreme-court-to-deliver-title-suit-verdict-at-1030-am-tomorrow-260896"> politically-sensitive Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case</a>. The apex court will pronounce the landmark verdict at 10:30 today.

The security arrangements were heightened in&nbsp;Uttar Pradesh especially in Ayodhya district&nbsp;to avoid any untoward incident after the verdict is pronounced.

"Paramilitary forces have been deployed in Ayodhya, aerial surveillance is being done," said DGP of Uttar Pradesh, adding, Intelligence machinery has been geared up, random checks are also taking place. An ADG rank officer has been deployed in Ayodhya to keep an eye on operations."&nbsp;

In precautionary measures, Section 144 which prohibits an assembly of more than four people in an area has been imposed in parts of the country.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/a-timeline-of-ramjanbhommi-babri-masjid-land-dispute-260912">A timeline of Ramjanbhommi-Babri Masjid land dispute</a>

The national capital also turned into a fortress as Section 144 was imposed in parts of the city. Security personnel were also seen outside the Supreme Court.&nbsp;

Chief Justice of India (CJI) Ranjan Gogoi's security has also&nbsp;been upgraded to Z-plus which is one of the highest in the country. The Z+ security cover is provided by one of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), preferably the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ayodhya-verdict-school-colleges-shut-in-up-mp-karnataka-jk-delhi-section-144-imposed-260914">Schools, colleges and other educational institutes will remain closed</a> in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka.

Even in Delhi all government schools and many private schools are closed, as it is a second Saturday and the government has advised all private schools to also remain closed today.

On Friday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a video conference with all district magistrates and senior officials directing them to crack down on those trying to disrupt peace.

Watch: Heavy security deploymed in Ayodhya

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The Supreme Court will pronounce its historic judgement in the decades-old Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case today.

The court will deliver its verdict on a batch of petitions challenging September 30, 2010, Allahabad High Court order, which trifurcated the 2.77 acres disputed land between the Nirmohi Akhara, the Uttar Pradesh Sunni Central Waqf Board, and Ramlalla Virajman.

Ahead of the verdict, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for peace and unity and said the court judgement will not be a victory or defeat for anyone.&nbsp;

Several other prominent political leaders have also appealed citizens to maintain peace and not believe rumour being spread on social media.

(With inputs from agencies)

Security has been beefed up across the country ahead of the politically-sensitive Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case. The apex court will pronounce the landmark verdict at 10:30 today.

Security has been beefed up across the country ahead of the politically-sensitive Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case. The apex court will pronounce the landmark verdict at 10:30 today. The security arrangements were heightened in Uttar Pradesh especially in Ayodhya district to avoid any untoward incident after the verdict is pronounced. "Paramilitary forces have been deployed in Ayodhya, aerial surveillance is being done," said DGP of Uttar Pradesh, adding, Intelligence machinery has been geared up, random checks are also taking place. An ADG rank officer has been deployed in Ayodhya to keep an eye on operations." In precautionary measures, Section 144 which prohibits an assembly of more than four people in an area has been imposed in parts of the country. Also read: A timeline of Ramjanbhommi-Babri Masjid land dispute The national capital also turned into a fortress as Section 144 was imposed in parts of the city. Security personnel were also seen outside the Supreme Court. Chief Justice of India (CJI) Ranjan Gogoi's security has also been upgraded to Z-plus which is one of the highest in the country. The Z+ security cover is provided by one of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), preferably the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). Schools, colleges and other educational institutes will remain closed in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka. Even in Delhi all government schools and many private schools are closed, as it is a second Saturday and the government has advised all private schools to also remain closed today. On Friday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a video conference with all district magistrates and senior officials directing them to crack down on those trying to disrupt peace. Watch: Heavy security deploymed in Ayodhya × The Supreme Court will pronounce its historic judgement in the decades-old Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case today. The court will deliver its verdict on a batch of petitions challenging September 30, 2010, Allahabad High Court order, which trifurcated the 2.77 acres disputed land between the Nirmohi Akhara, the Uttar Pradesh Sunni Central Waqf Board, and Ramlalla Virajman. Ahead of the verdict, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for peace and unity and said the court judgement will not be a victory or defeat for anyone. Several other prominent political leaders have also appealed citizens to maintain peace and not believe rumour being spread on social media. (With inputs from agencies)

Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid case: Security beefed up across the country ahead of verdict

The United States on Saturday welcomed the historic opening of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-inaugurates-integrated-check-post-of-kartarpur-corridor-261003">Kartarpur corridor</a> and described it as a step towards promoting greater religious freedom.

Taking to Twitter, US State Department Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus said that Washington sees the opening of the corridor as a positive example of neighbours working together for their mutual benefit.

"The State Department welcomes the opening of a new border crossing between India and Pakistan, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-thanks-imran-khan-niazi-for-respecting-sentiments-of-india-260939">Kartarpur corridor</a>. We see this as a positive example of neighbours working together for mutual benefit. The newly opened corridor is a step towards promoting greater religious freedom," Ortagus said in a video posted on her Twitter handle.

"It allows Indian Sikh pilgrims to visit Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib, an important Sikh house of worship just inside the Pakistan border. This impressive project will transform a remote, three-acre site across a sensitive international boundary. Congratulations to India and Pakistan on this initiative," she added.

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The State Department extended its best wishes to the pilgrims visiting Gurudwara Kartarpur Sahib for the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistani counterpart Imran Khan inaugurated the Kartarpur corridor at Gurdaspur and Kartarpur respectively today, facilitating the visa-free travel of Indian pilgrims to Kartarpur Sahib.&nbsp;

 
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The United States on Saturday welcomed the historic opening of the Kartarpur corridor and described it as a step towards promoting greater religious freedom. Taking to Twitter, US State Department Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus said that Washington sees the opening of the corridor as a positive example of neighbours working together for their mutual benefit.

The United States on Saturday welcomed the historic opening of the Kartarpur corridor and described it as a step towards promoting greater religious freedom. Taking to Twitter, US State Department Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus said that Washington sees the opening of the corridor as a positive example of neighbours working together for their mutual benefit. "The State Department welcomes the opening of a new border crossing between India and Pakistan, the Kartarpur corridor. We see this as a positive example of neighbours working together for mutual benefit. The newly opened corridor is a step towards promoting greater religious freedom," Ortagus said in a video posted on her Twitter handle. "It allows Indian Sikh pilgrims to visit Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib, an important Sikh house of worship just inside the Pakistan border. This impressive project will transform a remote, three-acre site across a sensitive international boundary. Congratulations to India and Pakistan on this initiative," she added. .@StateDept welcomes the opening of a new border crossing between #India & #Pakistan, the Kartarpur corridor. This corridor is a step towards promoting greater #religiousfreedom. Best wishes to the pilgrims making the crossing for the 550th anniversary of Guru Nanak’s birth. pic.twitter.com/CpkKD6ztgB — Morgan Ortagus (@statedeptspox) November 9, 2019 × The State Department extended its best wishes to the pilgrims visiting Gurudwara Kartarpur Sahib for the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistani counterpart Imran Khan inaugurated the Kartarpur corridor at Gurdaspur and Kartarpur respectively today, facilitating the visa-free travel of Indian pilgrims to Kartarpur Sahib.

A step towards promoting greater religious freedom: US welcomes Kartarpur corridor opening

The Ministry of External Affairs on Saturday came out with a statement condemning Pakistan's comments on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/the-message-that-goes-out-today-is-that-of-unity-togetherness-pm-modi-addresses-nation-on-landmark-ayodhya-verdict-261024">Supreme Court's Ayodhya verdict</a>.

India called Pakistan's comment "unwarranted and gratuitous," adding that the matter is completely "internal to India".

"It pertains to rule of law and equal respect for all faiths, concepts that aren't part of their ethos. So, while Pakistan's lack of comprehension isn't surprising, their pathological compulsion to comment on our internal affairs with obvious intent of spreading hatred is condemnable," MEA noted as reported by news agency ANI.

"We reject the unwarranted and gratuitous comments made by Pakistan on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ram-temple-to-be-built-on-disputed-land-separate-plot-of-land-for-mosque-260935">judgement of Supreme Court</a> on a civil matter that is completely internal to India," the statement added.&nbsp;

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Pakistan foreign affairs minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi told Dawn News if the verdict could not have waited a few days. "I am deeply saddened at the insensitivity shown at such a joyous occasion (Kartarpur Corridor opening)," Qureshi said.&nbsp;

He said that Pakistan would issue a response after going over the judgement in detail.

Pakistan's minister for science and technology, Fawad Hussain, tweeted out saying that the Ayodhya verdict marks a "sad day for India and a black day for Indian Judiciary".&nbsp;

Earlier in the day,&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on the verdict and said that the "people of India have accepted the verdict with an open heart".

PM Modi said that the country is known for its ethos of "unity in diversity" and the acceptance of the verdict today illustrates the same ethos.&nbsp;

"Today, India has added a golden chapter in its history with the announcement of this historic judgement," the prime minister said adding that the verdict was a "unanimous decision".&nbsp;

The Ministry of External Affairs on Saturday came out with a statement condemning Pakistan's comments on Supreme Court's Ayodhya verdict. India called Pakistan's comment "unwarranted and gratuitous," adding that the matter is completely "internal to India".

The Ministry of External Affairs on Saturday came out with a statement condemning Pakistan's comments on Supreme Court's Ayodhya verdict. India called Pakistan's comment "unwarranted and gratuitous," adding that the matter is completely "internal to India". "It pertains to rule of law and equal respect for all faiths, concepts that aren't part of their ethos. So, while Pakistan's lack of comprehension isn't surprising, their pathological compulsion to comment on our internal affairs with obvious intent of spreading hatred is condemnable," MEA noted as reported by news agency ANI. "We reject the unwarranted and gratuitous comments made by Pakistan on judgement of Supreme Court on a civil matter that is completely internal to India," the statement added. MEA:It pertains to rule of law&equal respect for all faiths,concepts that aren't part of their ethos. So,while Pakistan's lack of comprehension isn't surprising,their pathological compulsion to comment on our internal affairs with obvious intent of spreading hatred is condemnable https://t.co/o3OBDdx57R — ANI (@ANI) November 9, 2019 × Pakistan foreign affairs minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi told Dawn News if the verdict could not have waited a few days. "I am deeply saddened at the insensitivity shown at such a joyous occasion (Kartarpur Corridor opening)," Qureshi said. He said that Pakistan would issue a response after going over the judgement in detail. Pakistan's minister for science and technology, Fawad Hussain, tweeted out saying that the Ayodhya verdict marks a "sad day for India and a black day for Indian Judiciary". Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on the verdict and said that the "people of India have accepted the verdict with an open heart". PM Modi said that the country is known for its ethos of "unity in diversity" and the acceptance of the verdict today illustrates the same ethos. "Today, India has added a golden chapter in its history with the announcement of this historic judgement," the prime minister said adding that the verdict was a "unanimous decision".

India slams Pakistan on 'unwarranted' and 'gratuitous' comments on Ayodhya verdict

The Supreme Court of India is set to pronounce its verdict in the decades-old Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case on Saturday. The landmark verdict will be delivered around 10:30 am. Political leaders across the party lines have appealed for peace and calm. Watch this video to know more.

Ayodhya verdict countdown begins: Supreme Court set to pronounce its verdict today

President Donald Trump on Friday said that the US has a "very good" relationship with India and "lots of things" are happening between the two countries 
On the possible visit to India, the US president Trump said that he will go to the country at "some point". He also made a reference to the Houston event in Texas in September. 
 
"We are dealing with India on lots of different things. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a very great friend of mine. you saw me at Houston. We have a lots of things are happening with India," Trump told reporters outside the White House when asked about the progress in his trade deal with India. 
 
In September while sharing a stage with Trump in Houston, Modi had invited the US President and his family to visit India, saying it will give a new height to the shared dreams of the two countries. 
 
Watch: US president to visit India soon, PM Modi invited him with family

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New Delhi and Washington are engaged in talks to resolve the trade tensions between the two countries. 
 
Tensions on the trade front between the two countries had emerged in June after US President Donald Trump revoked preferential trade privileges, in response to which India imposed tariffs on 28 US products, including almonds and apples. 
 
India had been the biggest beneficiary of the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP), a programme designed to help developing countries sell to US consumers.

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President Donald Trump on Friday said that the US has a "very good" relationship with India and "lots of things" are happening between the two countries On the possible visit to India, the US president Trump said that he will go to the country at "some point".

President Donald Trump on Friday said that the US has a "very good" relationship with India and "lots of things" are happening between the two countries On the possible visit to India, the US president Trump said that he will go to the country at "some point". He also made a reference to the Houston event in Texas in September. "We are dealing with India on lots of different things. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a very great friend of mine. you saw me at Houston. We have a lots of things are happening with India," Trump told reporters outside the White House when asked about the progress in his trade deal with India. In September while sharing a stage with Trump in Houston, Modi had invited the US President and his family to visit India, saying it will give a new height to the shared dreams of the two countries. Watch: US president to visit India soon, PM Modi invited him with family New Delhi and Washington are engaged in talks to resolve the trade tensions between the two countries. Tensions on the trade front between the two countries had emerged in June after US President Donald Trump revoked preferential trade privileges, in response to which India imposed tariffs on 28 US products, including almonds and apples. India had been the biggest beneficiary of the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP), a programme designed to help developing countries sell to US consumers.

United States President Donald Trump to visit India 'at some point'

Bhartiya Janata Party veteran leader Lal Krishna Advani has welcomed the Supreme Court's historic verdict on the Ayodhya dispute. He said that he stands vindicated and feel blessed with this judgement.

BJP veteran LK Advani welcomes Supreme Court's historic verdict on Ayodhya dispute

Veteran BJP leader LK Advani on Saturday 'wholeheartedly'&nbsp;welcomed the Supreme Court's verdict in Ram Janmabhhomi-Babri Masjid case, saying the ruling has paved the way for the construction of a magnificent temple for Lord Ram at Ayodhya.

"I join all my countrymen in wholeheartedly welcoming the historic judgement delivered by the five-member Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court today in the Ayodhya matter," said Advani in a statement.

"I stand vindicated, and feel deeply blessed that the Supreme Court has given its unanimous verdict paving the way for the construction of a magnificent temple for Lord Ram at Ram Janmabhhomi in Ayodhya," he added.

"This is a moment of fulfilment for me because god almighty had given me an opportunity to make my own humble contribution to the mass movement, the biggest since India's freedom movement, aimed at the outcome which the Supreme Court's verdict today has made possible," said the former Deputy Prime Minister.

Stating that Ram and 'Ramayana'&nbsp;occupy an 'esteemed'&nbsp;place in India's cultural and civilisational heritage, the BJP leader said that it is gratifying that their belief and sentiments have been respected.

Advani also welcomed the apex court's decision that five acres of land be given at a prominent place for the building of a mosque in Ayodhya.

"Today's judgement is the culmination of a long and contentious process that played itself out in various forums - both judicial and non-judicial - in the past many decades. Now that the prolonged Mandir-Masjid dispute in Ayodhya has come to an end. The time has come to leave all contention and acrimony behind and embrace communal concord and peace," he said.

The BJP leader also appealed to all sections of the diverse society to work together to strengthen India's national unity and integrity.

"In the course of the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, I had often stated that the true purpose of constructing a Ram Mandir at Ayodhya is to construct a magnificent Rashtra Mandir - building India as a strong, prosperous, peaceful and harmonious nation with justice for all and exclusion of none. Let us rededicate ourselves to that noble mission today," the statement further quoted Advani, as saying.

The Supreme Court on Saturday directed the Central government to hand over the disputed site at Ayodhya for the construction of a temple and set up a trust for this purpose.

The apex court further directed the government to give a suitable plot of land measuring five acres to the Sunni Waqf Board.

A five-judge constitution bench presided by Chief Justice Gogoi and comprising Justices SA Bobde, DY Chandrachud, Ashok Bhushan and S Abdul Nazeer passed the order on a batch of petitions against an order of the Allahabad High Court which trifurcated the site among Ramlalla Virajman, Sunni Central Waqf Board and Nirmohi Akhara. 
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Veteran BJP leader LK Advani on Saturday 'wholeheartedly' welcomed the Supreme Court's verdict in Ram Janmabhhomi-Babri Masjid case, saying the ruling has paved the way for the construction of a magnificent temple for Lord Ram at Ayodhya.

Veteran BJP leader LK Advani on Saturday 'wholeheartedly' welcomed the Supreme Court's verdict in Ram Janmabhhomi-Babri Masjid case, saying the ruling has paved the way for the construction of a magnificent temple for Lord Ram at Ayodhya. "I join all my countrymen in wholeheartedly welcoming the historic judgement delivered by the five-member Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court today in the Ayodhya matter," said Advani in a statement. "I stand vindicated, and feel deeply blessed that the Supreme Court has given its unanimous verdict paving the way for the construction of a magnificent temple for Lord Ram at Ram Janmabhhomi in Ayodhya," he added. "This is a moment of fulfilment for me because god almighty had given me an opportunity to make my own humble contribution to the mass movement, the biggest since India's freedom movement, aimed at the outcome which the Supreme Court's verdict today has made possible," said the former Deputy Prime Minister. Stating that Ram and 'Ramayana' occupy an 'esteemed' place in India's cultural and civilisational heritage, the BJP leader said that it is gratifying that their belief and sentiments have been respected. Advani also welcomed the apex court's decision that five acres of land be given at a prominent place for the building of a mosque in Ayodhya. "Today's judgement is the culmination of a long and contentious process that played itself out in various forums - both judicial and non-judicial - in the past many decades. Now that the prolonged Mandir-Masjid dispute in Ayodhya has come to an end. The time has come to leave all contention and acrimony behind and embrace communal concord and peace," he said. The BJP leader also appealed to all sections of the diverse society to work together to strengthen India's national unity and integrity. "In the course of the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, I had often stated that the true purpose of constructing a Ram Mandir at Ayodhya is to construct a magnificent Rashtra Mandir - building India as a strong, prosperous, peaceful and harmonious nation with justice for all and exclusion of none. Let us rededicate ourselves to that noble mission today," the statement further quoted Advani, as saying. The Supreme Court on Saturday directed the Central government to hand over the disputed site at Ayodhya for the construction of a temple and set up a trust for this purpose. The apex court further directed the government to give a suitable plot of land measuring five acres to the Sunni Waqf Board. A five-judge constitution bench presided by Chief Justice Gogoi and comprising Justices SA Bobde, DY Chandrachud, Ashok Bhushan and S Abdul Nazeer passed the order on a batch of petitions against an order of the Allahabad High Court which trifurcated the site among Ramlalla Virajman, Sunni Central Waqf Board and Nirmohi Akhara.

Stand vindicated, feel deeply blessed: LK Advani on Supreme Court verdict in Ayodhya case

Hailing the Supreme Court's decision today on Ayodhya Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid title dispute case, Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray has said that he will be going to Ayodhya on November 24.

"This day will be written in golden letters in the history of India as the dispute over Ram Mandir has finally come to an end. I bow down to the Supreme Court for this historic verdict. Everyone has accepted the verdict. I will be going to Ayodhya on 24 November," Thackeray said at a press conference.

The Shiv Sena chief also appealed to the people and his party workers to maintain peace and harmony and make sure nobody's sentiments get hurt while celebrating this day.

When asked whom he would remember after this verdict, Uddhav replied, "Today I would remember Shiv Sena supremo late Balasaheb Thackeray and other veterans like Ashok Singhal, Lal Krishna Advani and all the 'Karsevaks'&nbsp;who had agitated for this."

He added that he will meet former deputy prime minister LK Advani.

"I will also visit LK Advaniji to thank him and congratulate him. He had taken out 'Rath-Yatra'&nbsp;for this. I will surely meet him and seek his blessings."

On his visit to Ayodhya, Uddhav said, "When I last visited Ayodhya less than a year ago, I had taken some soil from the birthplace of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and it was magical. I will visit Shivneri - the birthplace of Shivaji Maharaj, and Ayodhya again for sure."

On June 16 this year, Uddhav and son Aditya Thackeray had visited Ayodhya and offered prayers at the makeshift Ram Lalla shrine.

Eighteen Shiv Sena MPs had also reached the city on June 15. Uddhav had visited Ayodhya last year too on November 25.

The Supreme Court on Saturday directed the Centre to give five acres of suitable land to Sunni Waqf Board and at the same time make necessary arrangements for the construction of the temple by forming a trust.

A five-judge constitution bench presided by Chief Justice Gogoi and comprising Justices SA Bobde, DY Chandrachud, Ashok Bhushan and S Abdul Nazeer passed the order on a bunch of petitions against an order of the Allahabad High Court which trifurcated the site between the parties -- Ramlalla Virajman, Sunni Central Waqf Board and Nirmohi Akhara.

 
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Hailing the Supreme Court's decision today on Ayodhya Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid title dispute case, Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray has said that he will be going to Ayodhya on November 24.

Hailing the Supreme Court's decision today on Ayodhya Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid title dispute case, Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray has said that he will be going to Ayodhya on November 24. "This day will be written in golden letters in the history of India as the dispute over Ram Mandir has finally come to an end. I bow down to the Supreme Court for this historic verdict. Everyone has accepted the verdict. I will be going to Ayodhya on 24 November," Thackeray said at a press conference. The Shiv Sena chief also appealed to the people and his party workers to maintain peace and harmony and make sure nobody's sentiments get hurt while celebrating this day. When asked whom he would remember after this verdict, Uddhav replied, "Today I would remember Shiv Sena supremo late Balasaheb Thackeray and other veterans like Ashok Singhal, Lal Krishna Advani and all the 'Karsevaks' who had agitated for this." He added that he will meet former deputy prime minister LK Advani. "I will also visit LK Advaniji to thank him and congratulate him. He had taken out 'Rath-Yatra' for this. I will surely meet him and seek his blessings." On his visit to Ayodhya, Uddhav said, "When I last visited Ayodhya less than a year ago, I had taken some soil from the birthplace of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and it was magical. I will visit Shivneri - the birthplace of Shivaji Maharaj, and Ayodhya again for sure." On June 16 this year, Uddhav and son Aditya Thackeray had visited Ayodhya and offered prayers at the makeshift Ram Lalla shrine. Eighteen Shiv Sena MPs had also reached the city on June 15. Uddhav had visited Ayodhya last year too on November 25. The Supreme Court on Saturday directed the Centre to give five acres of suitable land to Sunni Waqf Board and at the same time make necessary arrangements for the construction of the temple by forming a trust. A five-judge constitution bench presided by Chief Justice Gogoi and comprising Justices SA Bobde, DY Chandrachud, Ashok Bhushan and S Abdul Nazeer passed the order on a bunch of petitions against an order of the Allahabad High Court which trifurcated the site between the parties -- Ramlalla Virajman, Sunni Central Waqf Board and Nirmohi Akhara.

Uddhav Thackeray hails Supreme Court verdict, to visit Ayodhya on November 24

Schools, colleges and other educational institutes will remain closed in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka and Delhi as the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ayodhya-land-dispute-supreme-court-to-deliver-title-suit-verdict-at-1030-am-tomorrow-260896">Supreme Court delivers its verdict in the decades-old Ayodhya dispute</a> on Saturday.

As a precautionary measure, the government has closed all schools, colleges, educational institutions from Saturday to Monday in Uttar Pradesh. Schools and colleges in Karnataka, Jammu, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh are also shut today.

Even in Delhi all government schools and many private schools are closed, as it is a second Saturday and the government has advised all private schools to also remain closed today.

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/a-timeline-of-ramjanbhommi-babri-masjid-land-dispute-260912">A timeline of Ramjanbhommi-Babri Masjid land dispute</a>

Section 144 of CrPC, which prohibits gathering of more than four people, has been clamped in entire Goa, Uttar Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir.

The prohibitory orders will be in effect in Madhya Pradesh capital Bhopal and Bengaluru. "Section 144 CrPC has been imposed in Bengaluru from 7 am-12 midnight," Police Commissioner Bhaskar Rao said.

As a precautionary measure, Jammu and Kashmir administration has also postponed examinations and declared Saturday as dry day that means no sale of liquor will take place.

The newly-made Union Territory has also banned the bursting of firecrackers.

In Hyderabad Anjani Kumar, Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad City said special deployment has been done in the sensitive areas in the city.

"We have taken all necessary measures to keep the situation under control in Hyderabad and to maintain peace and law and order. Special deployment has been done in the sensitive areas in the city," Kumar said.

Security has been beefed up across the country keeping in view of any untoward incident after the Supreme Court delivers its historic judgement in the politically-sensitive Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case. 
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Schools, colleges and other educational institutes will remain closed in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka and Delhi as the Supreme Court delivers its verdict in the decades-old Ayodhya dispute on Saturday.

Schools, colleges and other educational institutes will remain closed in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka and Delhi as the Supreme Court delivers its verdict in the decades-old Ayodhya dispute on Saturday. As a precautionary measure, the government has closed all schools, colleges, educational institutions from Saturday to Monday in Uttar Pradesh. Schools and colleges in Karnataka, Jammu, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh are also shut today. Even in Delhi all government schools and many private schools are closed, as it is a second Saturday and the government has advised all private schools to also remain closed today. Also read: A timeline of Ramjanbhommi-Babri Masjid land dispute Section 144 of CrPC, which prohibits gathering of more than four people, has been clamped in entire Goa, Uttar Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. The prohibitory orders will be in effect in Madhya Pradesh capital Bhopal and Bengaluru. "Section 144 CrPC has been imposed in Bengaluru from 7 am-12 midnight," Police Commissioner Bhaskar Rao said. As a precautionary measure, Jammu and Kashmir administration has also postponed examinations and declared Saturday as dry day that means no sale of liquor will take place. The newly-made Union Territory has also banned the bursting of firecrackers. In Hyderabad Anjani Kumar, Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad City said special deployment has been done in the sensitive areas in the city. "We have taken all necessary measures to keep the situation under control in Hyderabad and to maintain peace and law and order. Special deployment has been done in the sensitive areas in the city," Kumar said. Security has been beefed up across the country keeping in view of any untoward incident after the Supreme Court delivers its historic judgement in the politically-sensitive Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case.

Ayodhya verdict: School, colleges shut in UP, MP, Karnataka, J&K, Delhi; Section 144 imposed

The five-member bench of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rss-not-to-press-for-mathura-and-kashi-temples-issue-post-ayodhya-verdict-260375">Supreme Court</a> is scheduled to pronounce on Saturday its eagerly-awaited judgment in the politically sensitive case of Ram Janmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute in Ayodhya. The apex court is likely to pronounce judgement at 10:30 am.

The Supreme Court bench had concluded the hearing in the case and reserved its verdict on October 16 after marathon hearing of 40 days.&nbsp;

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The apex court heard a batch of petitions challenging September 30, 2010, Allahabad High Court judgment trifurcating the 2.77 acres of the disputed land at Ayodhya into three equal parts among Ram Lalla, Sunni Waqf Board, and Nirmohi Akhara.&nbsp;

The Ram Mandir-Babri Masjid conflict has remained unresolved since 1992.

Meanwhile, a meeting between Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi with Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary Rajendra Kumar Tiwari and state DGP Om Prakash Singh was convened to discuss about the implications of the verdict of the Ayodhya title suit on the law and order situation that may arise in Ayodhya and other sensitive areas in the state, sources said on Friday.

The officials briefed the Chief Justice about the preparedness in handling the law and order situation after the Ayodhya verdict. They also said that the administration is ready to deal with all kinds of situation in all districts of the state, sources said.

The CJI asked officials to take all necessary steps and ensure that no untoward incident takes place in any place in Uttar Pradesh post-Ayodhya verdict, they added.

The meeting took place for a little more than an hour to discuss the law and order situation in Ayodhya, sources further said.

Security arrangements have been beefed up in various parts of Uttar Pradesh, especially in Ayodhya district, in order to maintain law and order before and after the expected judgment in the Ayodhya case.&nbsp;

Section 144 has been imposed in the district till December 10.

Earlier on Thursday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a meeting via video conference with all the District Magistrates and senior officials directing them to crack down on those trying to disrupt peace.&nbsp;

He also asked the officials to stay alert and pro-active.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The five-member bench of the Supreme Court is scheduled to pronounce on Saturday its eagerly-awaited judgment in the politically sensitive case of Ram Janmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute in Ayodhya.

The five-member bench of the Supreme Court is scheduled to pronounce on Saturday its eagerly-awaited judgment in the politically sensitive case of Ram Janmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute in Ayodhya. The apex court is likely to pronounce judgement at 10:30 am. The Supreme Court bench had concluded the hearing in the case and reserved its verdict on October 16 after marathon hearing of 40 days. Watch: The apex court heard a batch of petitions challenging September 30, 2010, Allahabad High Court judgment trifurcating the 2.77 acres of the disputed land at Ayodhya into three equal parts among Ram Lalla, Sunni Waqf Board, and Nirmohi Akhara. The Ram Mandir-Babri Masjid conflict has remained unresolved since 1992. Meanwhile, a meeting between Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi with Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary Rajendra Kumar Tiwari and state DGP Om Prakash Singh was convened to discuss about the implications of the verdict of the Ayodhya title suit on the law and order situation that may arise in Ayodhya and other sensitive areas in the state, sources said on Friday. The officials briefed the Chief Justice about the preparedness in handling the law and order situation after the Ayodhya verdict. They also said that the administration is ready to deal with all kinds of situation in all districts of the state, sources said. The CJI asked officials to take all necessary steps and ensure that no untoward incident takes place in any place in Uttar Pradesh post-Ayodhya verdict, they added. The meeting took place for a little more than an hour to discuss the law and order situation in Ayodhya, sources further said. Security arrangements have been beefed up in various parts of Uttar Pradesh, especially in Ayodhya district, in order to maintain law and order before and after the expected judgment in the Ayodhya case. Section 144 has been imposed in the district till December 10. Earlier on Thursday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a meeting via video conference with all the District Magistrates and senior officials directing them to crack down on those trying to disrupt peace. He also asked the officials to stay alert and pro-active. (With inputs from agencies)

Ayodhya land dispute: Supreme Court to deliver title-suit verdict today

The Supreme Court will pronounce its historic verdict on a batch of a petition against the 2010 Allahabad High Court order in the politically-sensitive Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case Saturday morning.

The Supreme Court will pronounce its historic verdict on a batch of a petition against the 2010 Allahabad High Court order in the politically-sensitive Ramjanmbhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case Saturday morning. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed for calm ahead of the verdict as security has been beefed in Uttar Pradesh especially in Ayodhya. School and colleges are shut in Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Jammu and Kashmir, Madhya Pradesh and Delhi and prohibitory orders have been clamped in several places across the country. Here is a timeline of the second-lengthiest case in the apex court history: 528: Babri Mosque built by Mughal emperor Babur`s commander Mir Baqi 1885: Mahant Raghubir Das files a petition in the Faizabad District Court, seeking permission to build raise a structure next to the mosque. The plea is rejected. 1949: Idol of Lord Ram, Goddess Sita found inside the mosque by unknown persons. Hindus call it divine appearance and start offering prayers. 1950: Two suits filed in a Faizabad court by Gopal Simla Visharad and Paramhansa Ramachandra Das, seeking permission to worship the idols at the mosque 1959: Nirmohi Akhara, a party in the case in the Supreme Court, files suit seeking possession of the site 981: Uttar Pradesh Sunni Central Waqf Board files suit for possession of the site and removal of idols from the mosque 1986: A local court orders opening of the site and allows Hindus to offer prayers. 1989: The Allahabad High Court orders status quo on the site. Rajiv Gandhi government at the Centre lets Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) perform shilanyaas for Ram Temple. 1990: BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani starts Rath Yatra from Gujrat to gather support for the temple. 1992: Babri Mosque structure demolished by karsewaks 1993: The Central passes an Act to acquire land in and around the disputed site in Ayodhya. 1994: In the Ismail Faruqui case, the Supreme Court rules that the mosque is not integral to Islam 2002: The Allahabad High Court starts hearing to adjudicate the ownership of the disputed site. 2003: The Supreme Court bars any religious activity at the site. 2010: The Allahabad High Court rules trifurcation of the 2.77-acre disputed land between UP Sunni Waqf Board, the Nirmohi Akhara and Ram Lalla Virajman. 2011: The Supreme Court stays the High Court order 2016: BJP leader Subramanian Swamy files plea in the Supreme Court seeking permission to worship and construction of Ram Temple at the disputed site. 2018: The Supreme Court rejects all interim pleas, including that of Swamy, seeking to intervene as parties in the case. Advocate Rajeev Dhavan files plea in the court requesting it to refer the issue of reconsideration of its 1994 judgement to a larger bench which is denied. The court forms a three-judge bench instead to hear the case. January 2019: Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi constitutes a five-judge Constitutional Bench to hear the case March 2019: The Supreme Court appoints a mediation panel headed by Judge (retd) FMI Kallifulla for an out-of-court settlement on March 8. August 2019: The mediation panel fails to reach an amicable settlement. The Supreme Court begins hearing on August 6. October 2019: After hearing the case on a day-to-day basis for 40 days, the court reserves its order on October 15.

A timeline of Ramjanbhommi-Babri Masjid land dispute

Home Minister Amit Shah spoken to all CMs to review all security measures to maintain law and order. 16,000 volunteers have been deployed in the Uttar Pradesh to maintain calm. Watch this complete video to find out more in detail.

Home Minister Amit Shah spoken to all CMs to review the all security measures

Actor-turned-politician Rajinikanth on Saturday said that he respected the judgement of the Supreme Court in the Ayodhya case and urged the people to strive for the wellness and growth of the country.

"I respect the judgement of the Supreme Court. People of all religions should strive hard for wellness and growth of the country," Rajinikanth told media persons at Poes Garden.

The Supreme Court on Saturday directed the Central government to hand over the disputed site at Ayodhya for the construction of a temple and set up a trust for the same.

The apex court further directed the government to give a suitable plot of land measuring five acres to the Sunni Waqf Board.

A five-judge constitution bench presided by Chief Justice Gogoi and comprising Justices SA Bobde, DY Chandrachud, Ashok Bhushan and S Abdul Nazeer passed the order on a batch of petitions against an order of the Allahabad High Court which trifurcated the site between the parties -- Ramlalla Virajman, Sunni Central Waqf Board and Nirmohi Akhara.

The decades-long legal dispute was fought by right-wing party Hindu Mahasabha, a sect of Hindu monks Nirmohi Akhara and Sunni Waqf Board over 2.77 acres of land in Ayodhya.&nbsp;

Actor-turned-politician Rajinikanth on Saturday said that he respected the judgement of the Supreme Court in the Ayodhya case and urged the people to strive for the wellness and growth of the country.

Actor-turned-politician Rajinikanth on Saturday said that he respected the judgement of the Supreme Court in the Ayodhya case and urged the people to strive for the wellness and growth of the country. "I respect the judgement of the Supreme Court. People of all religions should strive hard for wellness and growth of the country," Rajinikanth told media persons at Poes Garden. The Supreme Court on Saturday directed the Central government to hand over the disputed site at Ayodhya for the construction of a temple and set up a trust for the same. The apex court further directed the government to give a suitable plot of land measuring five acres to the Sunni Waqf Board. A five-judge constitution bench presided by Chief Justice Gogoi and comprising Justices SA Bobde, DY Chandrachud, Ashok Bhushan and S Abdul Nazeer passed the order on a batch of petitions against an order of the Allahabad High Court which trifurcated the site between the parties -- Ramlalla Virajman, Sunni Central Waqf Board and Nirmohi Akhara. The decades-long legal dispute was fought by right-wing party Hindu Mahasabha, a sect of Hindu monks Nirmohi Akhara and Sunni Waqf Board over 2.77 acres of land in Ayodhya.

Respect SC's judgement, people should strive for country's growth: Rajinikanth

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