AIUDF MLA Aminul Islam was arrested on sedition charges in Assam for allegedly making public statements perceived as defending Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack. A Nagaon court granted police four-day custody for questioning, as officials fear his remarks could disrupt public peace and provoke unrest in the sensitive region.
Today, On 29th August, The Assam government repealed the outdated Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act, mandating the registration of all marriages with the government. The new law, introduced to eradicate the Qazi system and prevent child marriages, sets strict conditions for marriage registration. It aims to empower women, prevent non-consensual marriages, and curb polygamy, amid controversy and opposition.
