Kiren Rijiju: Waqf Reforms to Aid Marginalised Muslims Soon

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Post Waqf Bill, Minority Minister Rijiju Celebrates with Omar on Kashmir Heritage

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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has defended the amended Waqf Bill, asserting it will empower marginalised Muslims, especially women and weaker sections. Speaking at Kashmir University’s Lok Samvardhan Parv, Rijiju highlighted the long-term benefits of the reforms. J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah urged faster approvals for pending development projects and stressed the vital role of minority welfare schemes in uplifting artisans, boosting skills, and fostering national integration.

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Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi Slams Waqf Bill, Alleges Govt Distraction Tactics

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NEW DELHI: Congress Member of Parliament (MP) Imran Pratapgarhi has voiced strong opposition to the recently passed Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, alleging that the government…

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Raghav Chadha Claps Back at VP Dhankhar: ‘Yes, I Am Obsessed’

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NEW DELHI: The Rajya Sabha session today was marked by significant legislative developments and dynamic interactions among parliamentarians. A noteworthy incident involved a heated exchange…

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Direct violation of Article 30: Opposition slams government over Waqf Amendment Bill’s introduction

By TNI Team August 8, 2024 BJP Congress Kiren Rijiju Tiruchirapalli Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju Waqf (Amendment) Bill Waqf Act 1995 Waqf properties

Opposition has labelled the bill an “attack on the Constitution” and a “draconian” assault on the freedom of religion and federal system.

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Not targeting any community: Rijiju defends Waqf (Amendment) Bill amid criticism

By TNI Team August 8, 2024 BJP Congress Kiren Rijiju Tiruchirapalli Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju Waqf (Amendment) Bill Waqf properties

Rijiju emphasised that the bill is designed to address long-standing issues within Waqf boards. He stated, “The Waqf board was captured by the mafia. We are bringing this amendment to rectify the system and address the issues that have plagued Waqf properties.”

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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju accuses Opposition of politicizing the Union Budget

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Rijiju applauded the budget and remarked that the 2024-25 Union Budget lays a robust foundation for an ‘atmanirbhar’ and ‘viksit’ India.

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Opposition protests in Parliament over alleged discrimination in Union Budget

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Congress leaders, including President Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress Parliamentary Party chief Sonia Gandhi, and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, led the demonstration, joined by MPs from the TMC, Samajwadi Party, DMK, and the Left.

As the new Lok Sabha gears up to select a Speaker on June 26, the ruling and Opposition coalition groups are working together to reach a consensus on the post of the presiding officer.

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Parties seek consensus for Speaker elections

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As the new Lok Sabha gears up to select a Speaker on June 26, the ruling and Opposition coalition groups are working together

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Kiren Rijiju draws inspiration from old parliament for future

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NEW DELHI: Union minister Kiren Rijiju has described his last day in the old parliament as “very memorable”. Speaking to The New Indian, Rijiju said, “The…