The Centre informed the Supreme Court that Waqf, while an Islamic concept, is not an essential religious practice. In defending the Waqf Amendment Act against legal challenges, Solicitor General Mehta emphasized the need for public property protection and clarified that Waqf serves charitable purposes, involving secular functions and consultation with various Muslim bodies.
The Supreme Court has ruled no new petitions will be accepted regarding the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. The Sree Narayana Manava Dharmam Trust opposes the Act, claiming it jeopardizes the Muslim community’s existence. The Trust argues that it undermines Islamic law, imposes a new legal framework, and threatens the community’s economic foundation.
NEW DELHI: Today, 4th April: A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court by Congress Member of Parliament (MP) Mohammad Jawed against the Waqf Amendment Act. He argues that the law is unfair to the Muslim community and violates their fundamental rights. Mohammad Jawed, who is also the Congress party whip in the Lok Sabha, was a part of the Joint Parliamentary Committee that reviewed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill of 2024.
Today, 6th May, The Delhi High Court demanded an explanation from the Delhi government regarding the non-functioning Waqf Tribunal, highlighting the need for tribunals to resolve waqf property disputes under the Waqf Act. The absence of proper notification has hindered the tribunal’s ability to fulfill its mandate, leading to a rise in pending disputes and burdening the High Court.
yesterday (1St April)The SC issued a notice regarding the appeal challenging the right of Muslim women to unilateral divorce through Khula. The Kerala High Court rulings affirmed this right, leading to ongoing legal scrutiny and debate. The court directed a response from the wife involved, acknowledging the significance of the case in shaping the rights of Muslim women in divorce matters.
A Landmark Judgment on Islamic Law and Women’s Rights In a landmark judgment, the Madras High Court has upheld the principles of equality and fairness in the context of Islamic law and polygamy. The bench, comprising Justice RMT Teekaa Raman and Justice PB Balaji, confirmed a family court’s decision to dissolve a marriage, citing the […]
