CM Yogi performs ‘Kanya Pujan’, says ‘respecting womanhood is collective responsibility’

IANS | April 6, 2025 3:16 PM

Gorakhpur, April 6 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized that showing reverence for womanhood is the sacred duty of every individual. He highlighted the state government’s endeavours to ensure women’s safety, dignity, and empowerment and also showered praise on the Modi government’s multiple initiatives, including Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao and Matru Vandana Yojana.

Parliament passes Waqf (Amendment) Bill-2025 after lengthy deliberations in Rajya Sabha

IANS | April 4, 2025 2:37 AM

New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) The Parliament in the early hours on Friday approved the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 after a lengthy and intense discussion in the Rajya Sabha which saw the Bill getting nod in the Upper House by a majority of 128 votes against 95 -- just a day after it was passed in the Lok Sabha following a marathon debate that continued for almost 12 hours.