BJP MP Anurag Thakur argues for a Waqf law amendment, calling it a source of corruption. He thanks several organisations, including Catholic and Muslim bodies, for supporting the cause, emphasising the need for empowerment, efficiency, and development under the new UMMEED framework.
Congress MP Sukhdev Bhagat on Wednesday called the bill "evil in the name of reform," claiming that it was being introduced with a spirit of vengeance.
The French Embassy in India said on Monday that as France assumes the monthly presidency of the United Nations' Security Council, it will focus on the need for UNSC reform aimed at giving India a permanent seat.
PM Modi said that Font and he agreed that there should be reforms in the United Nations Security Council and other institutions are necessary to face global challenges.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font at the start of his state visit to India, emphasising deepening bilateral ties. Boric also paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat, reflecting on shared values of peace and non-violence.
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on Tuesday moved the adjournment motion in the Lok Sabha to discuss electoral reforms in India, with a particular focus on the verification of Electors' Photo Identity Cards (EPIC).
Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font arrived in India for his first state visit, receiving a ceremonial welcome. His trip, at PM Modi's invitation, will focus on strengthening bilateral ties, trade, and global cooperation. He will also visit Agra, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.
After the Kerala Catholic Bishops Council (KCBC) supported the Waqf Amendment Bill proposed by the centre, Karnataka Deputy Leader of Opposition and Bharatiya Janata Party MLA Arvind Bellad affirmed that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill is a huge reform to the Waqf bill which has "created a huge ha
"I believe that the existing Waqf Act needs to be changed and Muslims need not be afraid of it. When the government itself is saying in Parliament that his not against the community, and masjids, dargahs will not be seized then we should believe the official statements only,"AISSC Chairman t
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said at a developmental meeting that reformation, performance, and transformation are leading the state on the path of accelerated development. He highlighted the quantum jump the state made in GSDP, State Budget, per capita income, GST collection
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, during a public meeting in Patna, criticized Lalu Prasad Yadav's tenure in Bihar, calling it "Jungle Raj." He praised PM Modi and Nitish Kumar's efforts in infrastructure, PACS development, and agricultural reforms in the state.
Speaking at the UIA plenary session, Kapil Sibal highlighted India's need for skill development, lower capital costs, and efficient logistics to boost manufacturing. He urged reforms to make India a global manufacturing hub and improve economic competitiveness.