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Time of India
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
982cr projects proposed at Sadas get cabinet nod
1 2 3 4 5 T'puram: The state cabinet on Wednesday decided to give clearance to projects worth Rs 982.01 crore for the implementation of development projects proposed by people at various Nava Kerala Sadas gatherings held across the state last year. The chief minister's office said the cabinet has engaged a committee led by the chief secretary to give clearance to projects on a priority basis and revise or add them in case practical issues are faced while implementing the ones ratified at the Sadas. 2,219 addl teaching posts The cabinet also sanctioned 915 additional teaching posts in 552 govt schools and 1,304 posts in 658 aided schools. The additional posts in Malappuram will be notified later. Clearance was also given for the proposal to buy five new vehicles for the high court. It was also decided to give reappointment to the women's development corporation managing director V C Bindu. High court govt pleader M Rajeevan would be given reappointment. Munambam commission report submitted The state govt-appointed Justice C N Ramachandran Nair commission, which investigated the Munambam wakf land dispute, on Wednesday submitted its report to chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan at his chamber on Wednesday. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 올 봄 패션 트렌드는? "이 반지로 준비 끝이에요" 굿네이버스 더 알아보기 Undo Law minister P Rajeeve, wakf minister V Abdurahiman Rahiman and agriculture minister P Prasad were present at the occasion, a CMO statement said. The much-awaited report was submitted to the govt days after Nair told a TV news channel that the wakf land dispute at the coastal hamlet of Munambam could be resolved if the Kerala govt acquired the land for public purpose as per the provisions of the existing Wakf Act. Nair said the state govt had the powers to protect the Munambam residents within the provisions of the existing law. At the same time, Nair also said that in view of the powers the govt has to acquire the land, it is possible there would be a settlement of the dispute in order to avoid a conflict with the state administration. The residents, who are mostly Christians, of Munambam village in Ernakulam district have been agitating for the past several months, alleging that the Kerala Waqf Board is unlawfully claiming their land and properties, despite them having registered deeds and land tax payment receipts. The judicial commission was appointed by the state govt last Nov to identify the ownership of the disputed land in Munambam.
Hans India
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
AIMPLB to resume its demonstrations against the Wakf Act
Hyderabad: Expressing strong opposition against the Wakf (Amendment) Act, prominent Islamic scholars, legal experts and activists under the aegis of AIMPLB (All India Muslim Personal Law Board) decided to resume its demonstration. Calling for robust public mobilisation, Advisor to the Telangana Government Mohammed Ali Shabbir suggested the formation of coordination committees at the lowest levels to ensure the success of all agitation programmes led by AIMPLB. He also urged the Board to meet TPCC President Mahesh Kumar Goud and share their programme details, assuring that local Congress leaders would be involved in every step of the movement. Addressing a round table conference titled 'Save Wakf, Save Constitution Movement' organised by AIMPLB in City he assured full support to the board in its ongoing agitation against the Wakf Act. He said the Congress party would back all legal and democratic efforts to safeguard Wakf properties and uphold constitutional values. Shabbir Ali stated that the entire Congress leadership stood with the Board and called the recent amendments to the Wakf Act 'a direct assault not just on the Muslim community but on the Constitution itself.' 'The All India Muslim Personal Law Board is not alone in this fight. The Congress party is fully with you. We support all your moves, be they legal battles, public awareness campaigns, or protests,' he declared. Government Advisor informed the participants that the party was actively pursuing a legal challenge in the Supreme Court and expressed hope that a stay on the new Act would be secured. 'This is a battle for justice. This is about protecting constitutional guarantees for minorities,' he added.
New Indian Express
15-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Supreme Court to hear pleas challenging constitutional validity of Waqf Amendment Act on May 20
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Thursday said that it would hear a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, on May 20. SC will consider whether an interim order is required or not on three major issues - waqf by user, nomination of non-Muslims to Wakf Council and Boards, and identification of government land under wakf. The two-judge bench of the apex court, led by the Chief Justice of India (CJI) Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, however, clarified that it would not consider hearing on May 20 any petition challenging the validity of the Wakf Act, 1995, by Hindu parties while considering the need for passing any interim order. The top court on Thursday extended the earlier order till May 20 on the assurance given by the Solicitor General (SG) Tushar Mehta, senior law officer of the Centre, that no waqf properties, including those established by user, would be identified. He assured that no appointments to the Central Waqf Council or State Waqf Boards would be made under the 2025 Act, till May 20. Mehta also told the Supreme Court that he has filed a detailed response and affidavit on the three issues identified by the apex court in the Waqf case.
Hans India
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Muslims stage protest against Wakf Act
Rajamahendravaram: A massive protest erupted in the streets of Rajamahendravaram on Tuesday as thousands of Muslims, including women and children, rallied against the Wakf Act. The protestors staged a demonstration under the aegis of the United Forum of Muslims, with a huge national flag and raised slogans in support of India and the Indian Constitution. They voiced strong opposition to the Central government's move and alleged that the Wakf Act threatened the rights and autonomy of Wakf properties, and spoiled the integration of the country. Protesters accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of acting in a dictatorial manner and claimed that the government's actions are damaging the spirit of communal harmony in the country. The rally also featured slogans against the TDP for supporting the central government's 'anti-Muslim' policies. Participants criticised Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, alleging that he had betrayed the Muslim community by siding with the Centre on the Wakf Act issue. Due to this protest and the procession, traffic was hit at Stadium Road, the Rajahmundry-Kovvur route, and the Rajahmundry-Dowleswaram road. The rally commenced from Azad Chowk in Jampeta and proceeded through Apsara Theatre, Kotipalli Bus Stand, Deluxe Centre, and Royal Mosque, and finally returned to Jampeta via main road. Muslim United Forum convener Habibullah Khan, co-convener Ansar, Royal Mosque president Shaik Abdul Kareem, former president Shaik Asadullah Ahmad, and former Wakf District Committee president Md Rehman Khan were present. Other notable participants were Karim Khan, Arif, Amanullah Baig, Ameer, Arifuddin, Abdullah Sharif, Munna, and Islamic Jamaat member Jahangir, along with various imams and Muslim community leaders. During the rally, participants vocally opposed the Wakf Amendment, chanting slogans such as 'We reject the Wakf Amendment.'
The Hindu
28-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
KCR is the first and last villain of Telangana: Mahesh Goud
TPCC president Mahesh Goud described BRS chief K. Chandrasekhar Rao as the first and the last villain of Telangana - blaming him for all the ills plaguing the State now. Countering Mr. Rao's attack on the Congress at a public meeting, Mr. Goud alleged that the absence of women in the meeting showcased how they could not convince a massive section of people with fake propaganda. In a sarcastic tone, he said there were more liquor bottles in the meeting than people. He claimed that people will never forgive Mr. Rao's family for 'looting' Telangana. 'Where did the hundreds of crores that the family enjoys now come from,' Mr. Goud asked recalling their financial status before the formation of Telangana. Accusing the BRS of aligning with the BJP, Mr Goud said Mr. Rao's reference to the BJP was just two minutes, while the remaining time was targeted towards the Congress, indicating their alliance. He asked why Mr Rao did not refer to the BC caste survey, SC categorisation or the Wakf Act. He reminded that without Sonia Gandhi, Mr. Rao could never have become the Chief Minister of Telangana - and belittling her showed how low the BRS can stoop down to.
