The Supreme Court of India will hear ten petitions, including one by MP Asaduddin Owaisi, challenging the Wakf (Amendment) Act, 2025 on April 16. This Act introduces significant changes to the management of waqf properties, increasing Central Government authority and altering the criteria for declaring waqf, raising concerns among communities.
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.
The Karnataka High Court quashed an FIR against BJP MP Tejasvi Surya for allegedly spreading fake news about a farmer’s suicide. The court cited Surya’s arguments, stating the controversial tweet was deleted and did not constitute an offense. The hearing on the matter was reserved for December 5 after considering both parties’ arguments.
Yesterday, On 3rd December, the Budaun Mosque dispute continued as the Masjid Committee argued that the case violates the Places of Worship Act, 1991, amidst claims by the Hindu Mahasabha that the mosque was built over a temple. The court has scheduled further hearings for December 10 to finalize arguments from both sides.
The Himachal Pradesh Waqf Board confirmed Latif Mohammad as president of the Sanjauli mosque committee during a district court hearing regarding unauthorised floors of the mosque. Following violent protests, the Municipal Commissioner’s Court authorized demolition, but the All Himachal Muslim Organisation challenged this. The next hearing is scheduled for November 30, highlighting tensions over urban governance and religious rights.
The Central government has requested the Karnataka High Court to order the removal of a madrasa operating within the protected Jama Masjid in Srirangapatna, citing unauthorized activities. The Waqf Board contends that it owns the property and the madrasa activities are lawful. The next hearing is set for November 20, with significant implications for similar cases.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi criticized the Waqf law as a mistake, alleging it burdens farmers with document demands and undermines transparency. He urged a review or repeal of the law, warning against its unchecked authority, which could lead to land seizures. Joshi called for action against officials involved in questionable land record modifications.
