Parliament Today (April 4) early morning passed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, aiming to reform Waqf property management and uplift poor Muslims, especially women. The bill sparked intense debate but was cleared with majority support in both Houses.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju Today (April 3) tabled the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, in the Rajya Sabha, following its passage in the Lok Sabha after a 12-hour debate. The bill proposes reforms to enhance the administration of Waqf properties, aiming to address existing complexities and promote transparency.
The Supreme Court, while hearing a plea against the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters Act, described it as “draconian.” Justices Gavai and Viswanathan admitted the appeal and pointed out the need for further consideration. Concerns were raised about civil liberties and misuse of the Act, which targets organized crime in Uttar Pradesh.
Kapil Sibal, a Rajya Sabha member and senior advocate, expressed strong concerns over new criminal laws, aiming to urge a review if supported by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA). He emphasized the lack of consultation in formulating these laws and criticized the decline of the bar’s independence and political polarization. Sibal also critiqued the judiciary’s lack of uniformity in institutional procedures and emphasized the need for introspection in the appointment mechanisms.