Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the 2013 Waqf law for favoring extremists and land mafias rather than aiding ordinary Muslims, claiming it fostered disputes and fear. He praised the newly introduced Waqf Amendment Act, 2025, highlighting its focus on social justice and inclusion, alongside recent government reforms aimed at economic growth and stability.
Today (1st March): Former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren withdrew his plea challenging denial of permission to attend the Budget session. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal sought withdrawal since the session had concluded. Soren faces money laundering charges and is in judicial custody. The ED is investigating illegal land transfer allegations involving high-profile arrests. __JETPACK_AI_ERROR__
On Tuesday(12th March),The Telangana High Court directs petitioners to serve notices in a Rs 25,000-cr land scam case linked to the Dharani Act. Allegations include a four-decade fraud involving bogus transactions and concealment of prior land sales. The case has sparked legal and political battles, with ongoing demands for criminal charges and a Special Investigating Team.
