After violence broke out in Jangipur area in Murshidabad district during Waqf Amendment Act protests, Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav urged the Congress and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to recognize the importance of reforms, apologize, and support measures that would benefit the
In a fiery address streamed on TikTok, MQM founder Altaf Hussain accused Pakistan's establishment of foreign control, systemic oppression, and silencing democratic voices, while calling for land reforms and true democratic governance.
Earlier, multiple MLAs, including from the ruling National Conference had demanded a discussion on the recently passed reforms to the Waqf Board. PDP had also moved a resolution urging the Central government to repeal the act, however that resolution was not voted on earlier today.
Karnataka Minister HK Patil highlighted the state's legislative achievements under CM Siddaramaiah's leadership. 91 Acts have been passed so far, including key reforms in the judiciary and protection for professionals. Some Acts are awaiting the President's assent.
Further, the CM stated that the central government under the leadership of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi was continuously striving to strengthen good governance and judicial reforms.
The bill introduces reforms such as strengthening Waqf tribunals, setting fixed tenures for board members, and reducing mandatory contributions from Waqf institutions to boards from 7 per cent to 5 per cent. It also mandates audits for institutions earning over Rs one lakh and establishes a
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy termed the passage of the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 in the Lok Sabha "historic" and said that the Union Government continues to ensure reforms that uphold fairness and accountability.
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.
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.
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.