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Umar Farooq Denounces Waqf Act Amendments as Threat to Autonomy
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, the head of the Mutahida Majlis-E-Ulema (MMU) in Jammu and Kashmir, has expressed strong opposition to the proposed amendments in the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024. In a written submission to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC), the MMU emphasized that the suggested changes pose a significant threat...
Bombay HC Orders Action on Loudspeaker Noise
The Bombay High Court has mandated law enforcement agencies to promptly address noise pollution complaints stemming from religious establishments. A bench comprising Justices Ajey Gadkari and Kamal Khata emphasized that the use of loudspeakers is not an essential component of any religion and should not infringe upon public peace....
Rahul Gandhi Faces Backlash Over Netaji’s Death Date Mention
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 128th birth anniversary has ignited controversy due to the inclusion of a disputed death date. In a social media post, Gandhi honored Bose’s legacy, stating his lifespan as January 23, 1897 – August 18, 1945. This specific...
Indian Students in U.S. Abandon Part-Time Jobs Amid Deportation Concerns
Indian students pursuing higher education in the United States are discontinuing their part-time employment due to apprehensions about potential deportation under the current administration’s stringent immigration policies. These students, holding F-1 visas, are permitted to work up to 20 hours per week on-campus. However, to manage living expenses such...
Indian Families Seek U.S. Citizenship Amid Legal Uncertainty
A surge in cesarean section (C-section) deliveries among Indian families aiming for U.S. citizenship has been observed, coinciding with President Donald Trump’s executive order intended to end birthright citizenship. The order, signed on January 20, 2025, seeks to deny citizenship to children born in the U.S. to non-citizen parents....
BJP Pledges Ayushman Bharat for Delhi
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced its commitment to implement the Ayushman Bharat health scheme in Delhi during its first cabinet meeting, should it secure victory in the upcoming assembly elections. This declaration was made by BJP National President J.P. Nadda while unveiling the party’s manifesto, termed the...
Shiv Sena (UBT) Urges Bharat Ratna for Bal Thackeray
On the 99th birth anniversary of Bal Thackeray, the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) faction has called for India’s highest civilian honor, the Bharat Ratna, to be awarded to its late founder. Senior leader Sanjay Raut emphasized Thackeray’s significant contributions to the rights of Marathi people and his role...
VHP for Unified Law Governing All Religious Endowments
The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has formally appealed to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) reviewing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, proposing the establishment of a single, comprehensive law to oversee the endowments of all religious properties across the nation. This initiative aims to replace the current system, which has distinct...
Supreme Court Moves to Appoint Ad Hoc Judges to Address High Court Backlogs
The Supreme Court has proposed the appointment of ad hoc judges in high courts to tackle the substantial backlog of criminal appeals. This initiative involves invoking Article 224A of the Constitution, which permits the Chief Justice of a High Court, with the President’s prior consent, to request retired judges...
China Considers Bangladesh’s Request for Loan Interest Rate Reduction
Bangladesh has formally requested China to reduce the interest rates on loans provided under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) from the current 2-3% to 1%. This appeal was made during a bilateral meeting in Beijing between Bangladesh’s Foreign Adviser, Md. Touhid Hossain, and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi....
India to Repatriate 18,000 Undocumented Citizens from U.S.
India has announced plans to repatriate approximately 18,000 of its citizens residing illegally in the United States, aiming to strengthen bilateral relations and safeguard existing visa programs. This decision comes in response to the U.S. administration’s intensified focus on curbing illegal immigration. External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar emphasized India’s...
BSF Intensifies Anti-Tunneling Operations Along Pakistan Border
The Border Security Force (BSF) has intensified its anti-tunneling operations along the International Border (IB) with Pakistan, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba and Kathua districts, to prevent infiltration attempts by terrorists. This initiative involves comprehensive searches for underground cross-border tunnels, focusing on dense bushes and forested regions. ([Kashmir...
Bombay HC Penalizes ED for Overreach
The Bombay High Court has imposed a penalty of ₹1 lakh on the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for initiating a money laundering investigation against real estate developer Rakesh Jain without adequate justification. Justice Milind Jadhav emphasized that central agencies must adhere strictly to legal protocols and avoid actions that could...
Saif Ali Khan’s ₹15,000cr Bhopal Estate Faces Acquisition
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is on the verge of losing his ancestral property in Bhopal, valued at approximately ₹15,000 crore, following a series of legal developments. The Madhya Pradesh High Court has dismissed Khan’s petition challenging the government’s designation of the estate as “enemy property,” paving the way...
Venture Capitalist Decries ‘Injustice’ Faced by H-1B Visa Holders’ Children
A prominent Indian-origin venture capitalist has voiced concerns over the challenges confronting children of H-1B visa holders in the United States, particularly in light of President Donald Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship. This policy shift, effective January 20, 2025, marks a significant departure from the long-standing principle that...
SC Upholds Bail for NCP’s Chhagan Bhujbal in Money Laundering Case
The Supreme Court dismissed the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) petition challenging the bail granted to Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Chhagan Bhujbal in a money laundering case. The bench, comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan, stated that since the bail was granted in 2018, there was no justification...
RSS Chief Undermining India’s Independence: Cong
The Congress party has intensified its criticism of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat, alleging that his remarks undermine India’s independence movement and the Constitution. This development comes as the party prepares for its ‘Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan’ rally in Belagavi, Karnataka. On January 14, 2025,...
Halal Certification of Non-Meat Products Questioned in Supreme Court
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Uttar Pradesh government, raised concerns in the Supreme Court on Monday regarding the halal certification of non-meat products, including items such as cement and iron bars. He questioned the necessity of such certifications and the financial implications for consumers who do not adhere...
