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WAQF Amendment Bill 2025: What is the controversy all about?
The WAQF Amendment Bill 2025 - rebranded as UMEED ‘Unified Management Empowerment Efficiency and Development’ recently got passed in the Parliament after hours of debate. UMEED amends the WAQF Act that governs the management of properties donated by Muslims. The Waqf Board regulates and manages properties dedicated to religious and charitable purposes in India. The WAQF Act 1995 has long governed religious endowments in India. However, UMEED proposes big changes to the Waqf Act. What’s new? What’s controversial? Why is this bill being opposed? Take a look.
05 April,2025 07:47 PM IST
WAQF (Amendment) Bill 2025: All India Muslim Women Personal Law Board supports
Amid the ongoing controversy over the WAQF Amendment Bill, 2025, All India Muslim Women Personal Law Board extended support to the Bill. All India Muslim Women's Personal Law Board President Shaista Amber on April 05 said “Positive work should be done. Earlier governments and religious leaders should have taken the step that the government has taken today... Those who donate to the Waqf, their intention is that their donation will be used for the poor...But it was not happening. It's not that all the Waqf lands were misused, but the Waqf board didn't work honestly and did not do what they should have. We expect and request from the government that if the bill has come, the Waqf lands be used for the poor section with full transparency... None of the govt to date worked for the Muslims, and they just did the politics for votes. We request the BJP govt to provide the rights of women and bring transparency to the Waqf board. What other parties did till now, were they asleep? I request the current government that whatever happened to date, they should now help free the lands of Waqf, which have been illegally encroached, an investigation must be done, and action must be taken against the culprits...,” said Shaista Amber.
05 April,2025 06:28 PM IST
South Korean President Impeachment: President Yoon removed from office
Ending a tumultuous presidency, South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol has been ousted by the Constitutional Court on Friday. The president came under fire over the 2024 martial law crisis. Following Yoon's ouster, South Korea's constitution mandates that a presidential election be held within 60 days. Until a new president is inaugurated, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo will serve as acting president. The decision marks the culmination of months of political upheaval, which have hindered the country’s ability to effectively engage with the newly established administration of U.S. President Donald Trump amid concerns over a slowing economy. The ruling sparked emotional reactions across the political spectrum. Anti-Yoon protesters celebrated the announcement with tears of joy and embraces, while the atmosphere in the pro-Yoon camp was somber—some supporters were seen crying, and many appeared visibly shaken by the outcome.
04 April,2025 08:17 PM IST
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
Turkey Protests: Tensions in Istanbul soar as protests intensify
Turkey is witnessing its biggest wave of protests in over a decade. The streets of Istanbul, Izmir, and Ankara are filled with voices demanding justice. The reason? The detention of Istanbul’s mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu, a man seen as President Erdoğan’s strongest political rival. İmamoğlu was taken into custody on March 19, a move his party—the Republican People’s Party, or CHP—calls politically motivated. His supporters see it as an attack on democracy itself. President Tayyip Erdoğan has issued a stern warning against the unrest, but that hasn’t deterred citizens in Istanbul, Izmir, Ankara, and beyond. In some cities, clashes erupted as police used water cannons to disperse the crowds.
22 March,2025 02:43 PM IST
Aurangzeb tomb controversy: Why Maharashtra govt cannot remove Aurangzeb's grave
Recently, Maharashtra has been buzzing with controversy surrounding the tomb of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, located in Khuldabad, in the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district. This issue gained momentum after the release of the Bollywood film Chhaava, which depicts the life of Maratha king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and his struggle against Aurangzeb in the 17th century. The film has sparked widespread discussions. The Aurangzeb controversy blew up more after Samajwadi Party MP Abu Azmi praised the Mughal emperor. In response, right-wing groups and politicians called for the demolition of Aurangzeb’s tomb. This has led to heated protests across the state, particularly from Hindu nationalist groups such as the Bajrang Dal and the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP). Violent incidents were reported, including unrest in Nagpur, following rumors of a desecration of a holy book. Protests took place in several districts including Pune, Kolhapur, Nashik, Malegaon, Nagpur, and Ahilyanagar. In Kolhapur, the VHP even destroyed a mock tomb, while in Pune, the Bajrang Dal organized a demonstration, chanting slogans like “Jai Shri Ram” and using hammers to express their anger. Amid growing calls for the destruction of Aurangzeb’s tomb, many have questioned whether the Maharashtra government can take action. Can the tomb be demolished? Well, the answer is clear: The Maharashtra government cannot demolish Aurangzeb's tomb. The tomb is a protected monument, listed under the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) as a "Monument of National Importance."
20 March,2025 05:56 PM IST
Massive protests break out across Turkey after arrest of Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu
Thousands of people protested in Istanbul on March 20 after the arrest of the city's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu. Imamoglu, a member of the opposition party, is seen as a major challenger to President Erdogan. Authorities closed several roads, restricted social media, and imposed a four-day ban on protests to prevent further demonstrations. In Ankara, hundreds of protesters gathered and shouted anti-government slogans. Police used pepper spray to break up the crowd, and some protesters tried to push through the police lines. A total of 100 people, including Imamoglu and other key figures, were arrested. Imamoglu and his aides face accusations of corruption, including extortion and fraud. His arrest is seen as part of a wider effort by the government to target opposition leaders, with critics calling it a move to silence dissent.
20 March,2025 04:15 PM IST
Aurangzeb controversy: Here's what Deputy CM Eknath Shinde said
The controversy over Aurangzeb's tomb has sparked a nationwide debate. On March 18, Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde made a strong statement, saying that no one in Maharashtra will accept those who support Aurangzeb. His comments come as the debate continues to grow, with many people divided over Aurangzeb's legacy in Indian history. The issue has led to protests and discussions among different political groups, with some opposing the honor given to historical figures like Aurangzeb, while others believe his role in history should be recognized.
18 March,2025 04:34 PM IST
AIMPLB stage protests over Waqf Bill, Hindu activist slams opposition
In a strong show of protest, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) gathered at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, opposing the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024. The Board demanded the withdrawal of the bill, citing concerns that it could undermine the protection of Waqf property. The bill is expected to be introduced in the second half of the Budget session. Meanwhile, a Hindu activist from Meerut, visibly angry, expressed his frustration and slammed the opposition. He said, "The country is governed by the Constitution. What is this drama from the Opposition? They should listen to the government. We are hopeful that PM Modi and UP CM Yogi will bring this law forward."
17 March,2025 04:44 PM IST
Mass protests erupt in in Mexico over discovery of remains at Jalisco Ranch
On March 5, families searching for their missing loved ones in Mexico made a chilling discovery at a ranch in Jalisco, where they found charred remains, clothing, and shoes. The ranch is believed to have been used by drug cartels for forced recruitments. This horrific finding sparked protests across the country, including in Jalisco, Mexico City, Tijuana, Veracruz, and San Luis Potosí, with demonstrators demanding justice for the more than 100,000 people still missing in Mexico.
16 March,2025 01:40 PM IST