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Kavitha's letter to KCR raises speculation over possible BRS-BJP tie-up

Kavitha's letter to KCR raises speculation over BRS-BJP tie-up

May 23, 2025, 03:50 PM - 4 min read

In the letter, Kavitha cited Rao's silence over key issues such as 42 per cent reservation for BCs, SC categorisation, Waqf Act, and omission of Urdu.

Police crack down on anti-Waqf protesters in Assam

April 13, 2025, 07:39 PM - 2 min read

The official told the media that several hundred people hit the streets in Berenga area of Silchar town without permission to protest the recently enacted legislation.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. (File photo)

Waqf not our law, don’t incite unrest: Mamata in Murshidabad

April 12, 2025, 02:45 PM - 3 min read

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has said her government will not implement the Centre’s new Waqf law, urging all communities to maintain peace after violence broke out in Murshidabad following Friday prayers.

BJP meeting held in party headquarters in Delhi.

BJP to launch 'Waqf Reforms Awareness campaign' from Apr 20

April 10, 2025, 06:26 PM - 3 min read

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced a nationwide campaign titled 'Waqf Reforms Awareness Campaign', which will run from April 20 to May 5.

The Supreme Court of India. (File photo)

SC to examine validity of Waqf (Amendment) Act on April 16

April 10, 2025, 11:30 AM - 5 min read

The Supreme Court will hear multiple petitions challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, on 16 April. Petitioners argue the Act discriminates against Muslims and undermines religious autonomy. The government has filed a caveat to ensure it is heard before any order is passed.

Kerala set to establish Waqf Board under new Act

April 8, 2025, 04:15 PM - 3 min read

The term of the current Board expired on 19 December 2024. It continues to function only under an extension granted by the Kerala High Court. The court has asked the Board to carry on with its duties until elections are held.

The home of BJP Minority Morcha leader Asker Ali was torched in Manipur’s Thoubal district by a mob angered by his support for the Waqf Amendment Act. (Representative image)

Manipur BJP leader’s house torched over Waqf Act support

April 7, 2025, 09:36 AM - 3 min read

Violence erupted in Manipur's Thoubal district as a mob set fire to BJP Minority Morcha president Asker Ali’s home after he voiced support for the Waqf (Amendment) Act. Protests against the legislation continue across the Imphal Valley, prompting heightened security in Muslim-dominated areas.

BJP says 'musclemen' grabbed Waqf land in Rajasthan.

Waqf land occupied by 'musclemen': Rajasthan BJP chief

April 6, 2025, 06:22 PM - 3 min read

Amid strong resistance from various quarters to the passage of the Waqf Bill, Rajasthan BJP president Madan Rathore on Saturday alleged that “musclemen” had encroached upon Waqf Board land and constructed hotels and mansions, while poor Muslims were left to earn a living by repairing punctures.