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Waqf (Amendment) Bill Tabled in Lok Sabha
The Opposition blamed the government for rushing the legislation in Parliament without giving sufficient time for amendments. They claimed that the Bill was suddenly brought before them, restricting their capacity to read and suggest changes. Rijiju earlier in the day had described the event as "historic," highlighting the importance of the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025.
Waqf Act Amendments Not Unprecedented, Highlights 2024 Bill
As per the Statement of Objects and Reasons of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024, "comprehensive amendments were made in the Act in the year 2013."
Waqf Bill Set for Passage Today, Promises Benefits for Muslims: JPC Chief
He also accused the Opposition of trying to mislead the people with unfounded arguments against the implications of the bill.
Lok Sabha Erupts as SP Leads Opposition Protest Against Waqf Bill
Samajwadi Party MPs raised placards and continued to create a ruckus around midday, terming the Bill as unjust and unconstitutional.
Kiren Rijiju Urges Parties, Organizations Not to Mislead on Waqf Amendment Bill
He insisted that the bill has been made with the interest of minority communities in mind, and any move to resist it would end up hurting them.
Waqf Bill will not be stopped by threats, Says Jagdambika Pal on Muslim groups' protest
With an aim to mount pressure on the major BJP allies, such as the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)], the AIMPLB has organized a protest on March 13 at Jantar Mantar. Invitations have been extended to all opposition parties to join them.
Rajya Sabha Sees Uproar as Report on Waqf Bill is Tabled
Opposition Leader Mallikarjun Kharge and other opposition members charged that their dissent notes had been left out of the report—a charge vehemently denied by Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju.
Giriraj Singh Warns Owaisi Not to Be Under Any Illusion Over Waqf 'Warning'
His response came in the wake of Owaisi warning the Centre in the Lok Sabha against enacting the bill in its current form, as it would contravene Articles 25, 26, and 14 of the Constitution and could bring about "social instability."
Waqf Bill: All Complaints and Amendments Addressed, Says Pal; Dismisses Opposition's Claims
During the debate, leaders such as Asaduddin Owaisi and Sanjay Singh released statements criticizing the government for not being ready to approach their concerns. Pal said these are completely false claims.
Waqf Amendment Act Among 16 Bills to Be Presented in Budget Session Starting Today
The session will start with the Economic Survey 2024-25 and is expected to include the presentation of 16 bills, including key legislation such as the Finance Bill 2025, amendments to the Waqf and Banking Regulations Act, and the merging of the Indian Railways and Indian Railways Board Acts.
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