Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the passing of the Waqf Bill a “watershed moment.” He said the new law will benefit people who have been ignored for a long time and lacked both voice and opportunities. Speaking from Thailand and Sri Lanka, he highlighted its importance. The bill aims to bring fairness and better rights to marginalized groups.
No FIR can be filed without the Chief Justice of India’s approval, says Amit Shah regarding the Justice Varma case. He emphasized the importance of judicial independence and due process in such matters. The statement comes amid growing debates on legal accountability and executive influence. This highlights the government’s stance on protecting judicial integrity.
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, has sparked widespread controversy, with critics calling it a threat to India’s secular framework and religious autonomy.
TMC leader Kalyan Banerjee was suspended for a day from the Joint Parliamentary Committee after a heated altercation with BJP’s Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay, during which Banerjee smashed a glass bottle, injuring himself. The clash underscores rising tensions between the two political figures over the Waqf (Amendment) Bill discussions.
Alok Kumar, VHP President, criticized the Law Ministry for publicizing a private judges’ meeting. He clarified that only retired judges attended the closed-door event. The gathering focused on various societal issues, including the Waqf Bill and temple-related matters. The public disclosure raised concerns about event confidentiality. Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal’s participation stirred a Twitter debate.
