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Parliament passes Waqf Amendment Bill 2025

IndiaTimes Thursday, 3 April 2025 ()
The Parliament of India approved the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 after intense debates, highlighting its aim to reform Waqf property management and address corruption. The Bill passed with majority support, despite opposition accusations of it being unconstitutional and biased against the Muslim minority. The Bill now awaits the President's assent to become law.
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