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April 9, 2025 10:54 AM

“Those who thought India will move slowly, steadily are seeing fast and fearless India”: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the Waqf legislation aims to ensure dignity for all, particularly the marginalised, while accusing the Congress of engaging in “appeasement politics.” Speaking at the News18 Rising Bharat Summit in New Delhi, PM Modi said those who once believed India would move forward slowly and cautiously will now witness a nation that is fast and fearless. He added that when growth is driven by aspirations, it becomes both inclusive and sustainable. He said ...

April 6, 2025 8:23 AM

President Droupadi Murmu gives assent to Waqf Amendment Bill

President Droupadi Murmu has given her assent to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which was passed by Parliament during its budget session. The President also gave her assent to the Mussalman Waqf (Repeal) Bill, 2025, which was also passed by Parliament. The Law Ministry issued notifications on Saturday saying that the President has given her assent to the two bills. The Rajya Sabha passed the bill on Friday with 128 votes in favor and 95 against, while the Lok Sabha cleared the bill after a l...

April 4, 2025 2:54 PM

Day of celebration for poor muslims: JPC Chief Pal hails passage of Waqf Bill

Following the successful passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill by the Central Government, Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) Chairman Jagdambika Pal expressed satisfaction, calling it a day of celebration and praising the government’s commitment to socio-economic development. Speaking to IANS, Pal remarked, "Over the past six months, we conducted extensive exercises in the JPC — engaging with 284 stakeholders and delegations, consulting 25 states, and holding 38 meetings across the country....

April 4, 2025 2:53 PM

Waqf Bill ends era of injustice and corruption, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday hailed the passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, calling it a historic step toward ending years of injustice and corruption in the management of Waqf properties. A day after Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju strongly advocated for the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha, Leader of the Rajya Sabha and Union Minister J.P. Nadda led a passionate debate in the Upper House, slamming the Opposition. The Rajy...

April 2, 2025 4:11 PM

“Now Waqf money will reach common and poor”: Sufi Leader expresses hope for positive impact of Waqf Bill

Chairman of the All India Sufi Sajjadanashin Council, Syed Naseruddin Chishty, on Wednesday expressed optimism about the Waqf Bill, stating that it addresses opposition concerns and will ensure Waqf funds reach underprivileged Muslims. "People have been waiting for this for a long time. There is hope that a good bill will come. In a democracy, everyone has the right to protest, but I have learned that the government has considered the key objections raised by the opposition. This will be a very...

February 4, 2025 1:48 PM

When Waqf Bill comes, it will benefit poor Muslims, Pasmanda and widows”: JPC Chairman reacts to Owaisi remarks

The Chairman of the Waqf JPC Jagdambika Pal on Tuesday responded to AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi's remarks on Waqf (Amendment) Bill and said that when the new Bill comes, it will benefit the poor Muslims, Pasmandas and widows. "When Article 370 was discussed, Mehbooba Mufti had said that rivers of blood would flow. The way Triple Talaq Bill benefited, similarly, when the new Waqf Bill comes, it will also lead to benefits," Pal told ANI. He also mentioned that Owaisi himself has participated in...

January 29, 2025 1:14 PM

JPC meet on waqf bill ends; final draft adopted

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) meeting convened to scrutinize the contentious Waqf Amendment Bill concluded on Wednesday, with the panel adopting the Bill by a vote margin of 14 in favor and 11 against. Opposition members have until 4 p.m. today to register their dissent. On Monday, the JPC approved 14 amendments proposed by the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA), rejecting all 44 changes submitted by Opposition MPs, which sparked outrage from political parties. One key amendm...

January 27, 2025 4:09 PM

Joint Parliamentary Committee clears Waqf Amendment Bill with 14 amendments

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Waqf Amendment Bill approved the draft on Monday, incorporating 14 amendments proposed by members of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). JPC Chairperson Jagdambika Pal confirmed that the amendments were adopted through a majority vote, with 16 members supporting the changes and 10 opposing them. "44 amendments were discussed clause by clause. After six months of detailed discussions, we sought amendments from all members. This was our ...

December 24, 2024 12:11 PM

JPC to meet on Dec 26-27 to record oral evidence from state representatives on Waqf Bill

The Joint Committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill will convene on December 26 and 27 to record oral evidence from state representatives as part of its ongoing deliberations on the proposed legislation. During these sessions, the Committee will hear from representatives of Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan on December 26, followed by Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Delhi on December 27. On Thursday, the JPC met with Muslim representatives from Lucknow and Rajasthan. After the meeting, Jagdambi...