In Delhi’s Rohini, labourers were sent into sewers with just shovels and no safety gear, breaking a Supreme Court order. The PWD posted photos of the work on X but deleted them after strong public opposition.
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, introduced by Minister Kiren Rijiju, aims to enhance the management of Waqf properties, currently overseen by a board. Despite opposition accusing it of discrimination, Rijiju clarified it supports the Muslim community. The bill allows for legal appeals and emphasizes transparency in property management.
Amit Shah defended the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, stating it is not anti-religious and criticized opposition parties for spreading misinformation. He clarified the inclusion of non-Muslims in the Waqf Board is administrative only and aims to enhance transparency and prevent mismanagement of Waqf properties, dismissing fears among minorities as baseless.
Amit Shah clarified that non-Muslim members in the Waqf Board will strictly handle administrative tasks, without involvement in religious matters, aiming for transparency in Waqf property management. He criticized opposition misinformation, stating the bill ensures protection of Muslim rights and inclusion of diverse voices, including women and non-Muslim experts, for better governance.
The Waqf Amendment Bill, introduced by Minister Kiren Rijiju, faces backlash from opposition leaders like Gaurav Gogoi, who argue it undermines constitutional rights of minorities and promotes division in society. Key changes include requirements for ownership declarations and non-Muslim representation in Waqf governance, raising concerns about minority community rights.
The Parliament’s Joint Committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, has recommended that the government introduce a law to stop tribal lands from being declared as Waqf property. This suggestion was made in its 655-page-long draft report, which was circulated less than 24 hours before the committee’s final meeting.
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In a recent press conference on January 26, 2025, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament (MP) Sudhanshu Trivedi made sharp comments ahead of the Delhi Assembly Elections, targeting the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and its leadership. He also expressed pride in the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to return Tahwwar Rana, an accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, to India.
The Supreme Court today extended its interim order, maintaining the stay on directives from BJP-governed states that required eateries along Kanwar Yatra routes to display owner and staff details. The opposition criticized these directives as divisive, discriminatory against Muslims. The court promised an early hearing and expressed disapproval of the Uttar Pradesh government’s failure to comply with its order.
On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi defended the electoral bond system during his visit to Tamil Nadu, acknowledging its imperfections and emphasizing the need for improvement. He dismissed concerns raised by opposition parties and emphasized his government’s focus on developmental initiatives in Tamil Nadu, highlighting its potential for a developed India.