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WAQF Amendment Bill 2025: Protesters take to the streets demanding a rollback
The WAQF Amendment Bill 2025 that recently got passed in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha is facing opposition from several Muslim organisations in India. This bill brings several changes to the WAQF Act 1995 which governs the administration of waqf properties in India. The bill got passed in the Parliament amidst a heated debate. To protest the bill, members of the Muslim community took to the streets in various cities. Visuals emerged from Ahmedabad, Kolkata and Bengaluru where they demanded rollback of the controversial bill.
04 April,2025 07:33 PM IST
WAQF (Amendment) Bill 2025 passed in Rajya Sabha with 128 votes in favour
WAQF Amendment Bill - rebranded as UMEED ‘Unified Management Empowerment Efficiency and Development got passed in the Rajya Sabha - a day after it was passed in Lok Sabha after more than a 12 hour intense debate. This bill brings revisions to the WAQF Act in order to safeguard against issues of mismanagement, lack of transparency, and land disputes that have persisted over the years. The government claims - the WAQF Amendment Bill - now renamed to UMEED - will bring greater accountability and efficiency.
04 April,2025 02:42 PM IST
Drama unfolds in Rajya Sabha over Kharge’s remarks, BJP calls for apology
A huge uproar unfolded in the Rajya Sabha after Leader of Opposition (LoP) Mallikarjun Kharge made controversial remarks. BJP MP JP Nadda was visibly furious and demanded an immediate apology from Kharge, accusing him of making inappropriate statements. The exchange sparked intense exchanges, further escalating the disruption in the House as members from both sides engaged in a heated war of words. The situation grew tense as the controversy surrounding Kharge’s remarks dominated proceedings.
11 March,2025 03:19 PM IST
TMC leaders walk out of Rajya Sabha over blocked discussion on fake voter IDs
TMC leaders staged a walkout in the Rajya Sabha on March 10, protesting the refusal to discuss the issue of fake voter IDs. They claimed their concerns were not being heard in the Upper House. The second part of the Parliament’s budget session began today and will run until April 4. Earlier, on Thursday, a delegation from the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) met with the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of West Bengal. They urged the government to introduce a "unique ID" system on voter cards to curb the inclusion of fake voters in the electoral rolls. The TMC has been pushing for stronger measures to ensure clean and accurate voter lists in the state. Watch video for more details.
10 March,2025 05:32 PM IST
Kharge Slams JPC Report on Waqf Bill, Calls Removal of Opposition Views Unfair
On Thursday, Mallikarjun Kharge, the Congress National President and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, opposed the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) report on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill. He claimed that dissent notes from opposition members had been removed from the report. This sparked a major uproar in both houses of Parliament before the report on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, was presented. Kharge's criticism raised concerns about the fairness and transparency of the process, highlighting the removal of opposition views from the report. The disagreement led to a heated exchange of opinions, drawing attention to the ongoing political tensions regarding the bill.
13 February,2025 03:30 PM IST
Jaya Bachchan slams BJP for ignoring film industry's struggling workers
Samajwadi Party's Rajya Sabha MP, Jaya Bachchan, is often known for her passionate speeches in Parliament. On the eighth day of the Budget session, she was speaking about the budget when her anger flared up, especially at the BJP MPs. She was discussing the daily wage workers in the film industry when she became upset due to interruptions from the ruling party. Jaya Bachchan highlighted that the film industry was being ignored in the budget and received no support. She pointed out that many poor workers, who depend on daily wages, are facing difficulties. Due to the lack of entertainment tax reduction, it has become harder for them to make ends meet. She urged the Finance Minister to pay attention and take action to help these workers.
13 February,2025 12:41 PM IST
Sonia Gandhi highlights impact of census delay on Food Security Rights
Sonia Gandhi, the Chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party, said on Monday that the delay in the census has denied 14 crore Indians their rightful benefits under the National Food Security Act (NFSA). She emphasized that food security is not a privilege but a fundamental right. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha, she pointed out that the census, which is already delayed by four years, may not take place this year either. Sonia Gandhi expressed concern that this delay is affecting many people’s access to essential benefits, especially food security, which is vital for their well-being. The lack of a proper census is hampering the proper distribution of resources meant for those in need.
10 February,2025 02:55 PM IST
Rajya Sabha: Watch PM Modi’s top 10 moments from Rajya Sabha speech
In the ongoing Rajya Sabha session, there have been many instances when PM Narendra Modi’s speech stole the show. His speeches were marked by sharp attacks on Congress, historical references, and poetic jabs, with his ‘shayari’ stealing the show. From highlighting Emergency-era repression to praising ‘Nari Shakti,’ here are the top 10 moments.
07 February,2025 01:07 PM IST
Jaya Bachchan calls out Kumbh Mela’s mismanagement & contaminated water
Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan raised concerns about the Kumbh Mela, saying that the water in the river is heavily contaminated right now. She mentioned that the bodies of people who died in the stampede were thrown into the river, causing further pollution. Jaya Bachchan also pointed out that the real issues are not being addressed, as the common people visiting the Kumbh are not receiving proper treatment or facilities. She criticized the lack of proper arrangements for visitors and highlighted that the claim of crores of people attending the event is unrealistic, questioning how such a huge crowd can gather at one time. She emphasized that these issues need attention.
03 February,2025 03:28 PM IST
Budget Session 2025: President Droupadi Murmu's address ahead of Budget session
Ahead of the Budget Session 2025, President Droupadi Murmua addressed the joint session of the Parliament. Addressing the sitting, President Murmu said, "We have only one aim to become Viksit Bharat. The country has taken several historic steps to protect the country's borders and ensure internal security....The govt has also taken steps towards self-reliance in the defence sector. From Make in India, we have moved to make for the world...". Take a look at the President’s speech in the Parliament.
31 January,2025 02:10 PM IST