Not the first time that Waqf Act is being amended, says 2024 Bill

IANS | April 1, 2025 8:12 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) The Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024, which has triggered intense public debate and invited criticism of Opposition parties, is not the first legislation aiming to refine the Waqf Act, 1995, as a similar amendment to the law was carried out by the UPA government in 2013.

'PM Modi in 2029 too': Maha CM Fadnavis shoots down Sanjay Raut's claims of change

IANS | March 31, 2025 9:24 PM

Mumbai, March 31 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday held that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is quite capable and there is no need to find his successor now, rejecting Shiv Sena-UBT MP Sanjay Raut's claims that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) would decide who comes after him and could be someone from Maharashtra.

Waqf Bill 2024: Bid to ensure inclusivity, improve income from property

IANS | March 31, 2025 7:01 PM

New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) The appeal by Kerala Catholic Bishops' Council (KCBC) to all Members of Parliament from Kerala to support the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024 introduced by the Central government has renewed the debate over the key benefits from the proposed legislation.

PM Modi has vision for India for next 1,000 years, says Swami Avdheshanand Giri

IANS | March 31, 2025 1:50 PM

Nagpur, March 31 (IANS) Swami Avdheshanand Giri, the Mahamandaleshwar of Juna Akhara on Monday shed light on the developments during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to RSS HQ in Nagpur and stated that India’s progress and prosperity for next 1,000 years remains one of 'priority areas' of PM Modi’s governance. He also criticized the Opposition for insulting the country’s valiant and historical figures.