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HC disposes of petition alleging Rahul Gandhi’s dual citizenship
PIL filed by BJP worker S Vignesh Shishir from Karnataka, claiming that Gandhi is a citizen of Britain as well as India, making him ineligible to contest elections under Article 84 (A) of the Constitution.
Published on May 06, 2025 06:04 AM IST
‘Two kinds of horses’: Rahul Gandhi explains Congress strategy in Gujarat
Rahul Gandhi is on a two-day visit to Gujarat, which began on 15 April, to kick off a pilot initiative aimed at strengthening the party’s grassroots network.
Updated on Apr 16, 2025 02:45 PM IST
How Ambedkar’s amendment led to the creation of the Election Commission
The EC came into being on January 25, 1950, a day before India became a Republic.
Published on Apr 14, 2025 03:48 PM IST
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After Owaisi, AAP's Amanatullah Khan challenges Waqf Bill in Supreme Court
The contentious Waqf Amendment Bill was passed in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha during the early hours of Thursday and Friday respectively.
Published on Apr 05, 2025 01:25 PM IST
Parl session closes with over 100% productivity
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla announced the Lower House recorded 118% productivity or utilisation of time. The Rajya Sabha’s productivity stood at 119%.
Published on Apr 05, 2025 04:00 AM IST
After Parliament nod, what’s next for the Waqf legislation?
Additionally, the process for conducting inquiries by the collector, especially when referred by the waqf board, will require more detailed guidelines.
Updated on Apr 05, 2025 07:58 AM IST
Opposition boycotts tea hosted by Lok Sabha Speaker: ‘Hope neutrality…’
During the Budget session, 10 bills were introduced, and 16 bills, including the Waqf Amendment Bill and the Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill, were passed
Published on Apr 04, 2025 03:47 PM IST
Sena (UBT) MPs forced by Thackeray to vote against Waqf Bill: Sanjay Nirupam
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam claimed that Uddhav Thackeray made calls to Lok Sabha MPs from his party forcing them to oppose the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025.
Updated on Apr 04, 2025 03:36 PM IST
‘Extremely unfortunate’: Speaker criticises Sonia’s Waqf bill ‘bulldozed’ remark
As soon as the Lok Sabha convened on Friday, treasury benches started protesting Sonia Gandhi’s remarks leading the speaker to adjourn the House till 12 noon
Updated on Apr 04, 2025 03:16 PM IST
Protest over Sonia Ganghi's remarks on govt, Waqf Bill; Birla chides Cong leader
The protests were in response to Gandhi's claims that the BJP had bulldozed the Lok Sabha proceedings on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill.
Updated on Apr 04, 2025 01:02 PM IST
‘Watershed moment’: PM Modi after Parliament passes Waqf Bill
PM Modi hailed the passing of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill and Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill as a pivotal moment for socio-economic justice.
Published on Apr 04, 2025 09:00 AM IST
Parliament passes Waqf Amendment Bill; BJD MP backs it. What next? 10 points
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 was approved by Parliament with Rajya Sabha voting 128-95 in favour after a 12-hour discussion.
Updated on Apr 04, 2025 11:18 AM IST
Will move SC against Waqf bill, says Stalin; DMK, allies wear black badges
Stalin along with DMK MLAs and legislators of its allies wore black badges in the assembly on Thursday to protest the passing of the bill in the Lok Sabha.
Published on Apr 04, 2025 04:00 AM IST
Divya Chandrababu, Chennai
Rajya Sabha passes Waqf Amendment Bill, 2025 a day after Lok Sabha nod
Rajya Sabha also saw a fiery debate on the Waqf bill, with arguements from both the treasury and opposition benches going well past midnight.
Updated on Apr 04, 2025 06:21 AM IST
Sonia Gandhi says Modi govt dragging nation into abyss; criticises waqf bill
Sonia Gandhi praised the Congress lawmakers for exposing the government’s claims and urged them to raise the failures and misgovernance in BJP-ruled states
Published on Apr 03, 2025 11:37 AM IST
What is Waqf: Explained in 4 simple points
Waqf, in Islamic law, refers to a charitable endowment where an individual dedicates property for religious or philanthropic purposes.
Updated on Apr 03, 2025 02:25 PM IST
Waqf Bill: Sonia Gandhi warns of ‘permanent polarisation, Constitution's end'
Sonia Gandhi said Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government is dragging country into an abyss where Constitution will remain on paper.
Updated on Apr 03, 2025 12:24 PM IST
Mahua Moitra terms Waqf bill passage as 'dark day in India's secular democracy'
Calling the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 "unfair," Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra on Thursday said that it is a very "dark day" in India's secular democracy
Published on Apr 03, 2025 09:05 AM IST
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Heftier fines among key provisions of immigration bill
The new legislation corrects overlapping and duplicate provisions in prevailing laws and streamlines various process pertaining to the stay, entry and exit of foreigners in India.
Published on Apr 03, 2025 08:26 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan , New Delhi
UP police intensify vigil across state in wake of waqf bill
Police forces were put on alert in over 50 districts across the state, while vigilance was intensified in all 75 districts, said senior officials at UP Police headquarters in Lucknow on Wednesday.
Published on Apr 03, 2025 05:30 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow:
Lok Sabha passes Waqf (Amendment) Bill after hours long debate
The bill will now go to Rajya Sabha for another debate with eight hours allocated for the same.
Updated on Apr 03, 2025 10:53 AM IST
Will not interfere with Muslims’ religious matters: Govt on Waqf
Union home minister Amit Shah said modifications in the law have been brought to ensure transparent administration of Waqf properties
Published on Apr 03, 2025 01:46 AM IST
Abhishek Angad, New Delhi
Asaduddin Owaisi tears Waqf (Amendment) Bill during Lok Sabha debate| Watch
The AIMIM chief alleged that Muslims would be treated unfairly through the Waqf Bill.
Updated on Apr 03, 2025 06:22 AM IST
Sena MP on Uddhav faction opposing Waqf bill: ‘Balasaheb would…’
Shrikant Shinde added that the ideology of Balasaheb Thackeray was the protection of Hindutva.
Updated on Apr 02, 2025 10:57 PM IST
‘Waqf Bill raises questions on India’s secularism’: DMK MP Tiruchi Siva
Waqf Amendment Bill: DMK MP Tiruchi Siva said that the BJP always bulldozes bills in its own manner since it has a majority in the Lok Sabha.
Published on Apr 02, 2025 03:53 PM IST
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90.5 per cent of public grievances received in 2024 redressed: Govt in LS
90.5 per cent of public grievances received in 2024 redressed: Govt in LS
Published on Apr 02, 2025 03:27 PM IST
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Lok Sabha: Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi leads Opposition charge in Waqf debate
Gogoi challenged Union law minister Kiren Rijiju’s claim that the UPA government had “transferred 123 properties to the Delhi Waqf Board” before the 2014 polls.
Updated on Apr 02, 2025 03:32 PM IST
Snehashish Roy
Kiren Rijiju tears into Opposition in Waqf Bill debate speech | 5 quotes
Waqf Bill debate: Kiren Rijiju said even the Parliament building was being claimed as waqf property during his address.
Updated on Apr 02, 2025 02:39 PM IST
Opposition lawmakers oppose procedural lapses in Waqf bill introduction
A new draft accepted JPC’s all 25 recommendations, including retaining the crucial waqf-by-user clause and implementing the draft legislation only prospectively
Updated on Apr 02, 2025 03:02 PM IST
Gaurav Gogoi set to open argument for Congress on Waqf Amendment Bill
The opposition have strongly opposed the bill, calling it "unconstitutional" and accusing BJP of attempting to "take away" the rights of Muslims.
Published on Apr 02, 2025 12:16 PM IST
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