1860   The Indian Penal Code formulated. Section 377, an important part

1994   Condoms not allowed in Tihar Jail

2001   Offices of the NGOs working with homosexuals raided

2001   Naz Foundation files a case in the Delhi High court

2002   JACK files a counter affidavit

2004   Ministry of home affairs says section 377 necessary to protect children from abuse

2004   Naz Foundation petition dismissed

2006   Supreme Court asked Delhi High Court to look at the legal status of 377

2006   NACO said section 377 was a problem for its education programmes

May 22,2008   Hearing brings about differences between home and health ministries