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The Print
a day ago
- Business
- The Print
Economically weaker sections, women will benefit from registration of Waqf properties: Jagdambika Pal
The BJP MP was the chairman of the Joint Committee of Parliament which had examined the contentious Waqf (Amendment) Bill introduced in the Lok Sabha in August last year and submitted its report to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on January 30. Pal's remarks came against the backdrop of media reports that the Minority Affairs Ministry may soon launch the 'Umeed' portal for the registration of Waqf properties under the newly enacted law. New Delhi, Jun 3 (PTI) Pasmanda Muslims, women and children of the minority community will benefit from the registration of Waqf properties on a centralised platform under the Waqf (Amendment) Act, BJP MP Jagdamika Pal said on Tuesday. 'The name of that law that we passed is Umeed 2025… Now the Umeed Act is going to be launched under which (documents of) all Waqf properties will have to be uploaded (on the Umeed portal) within six months,' Pal told PTI Videos when asked about the likely launch of the portal. According to media reports, the 'Umeed' portal may be launched this week. However, there is no official confirmation on its schedule from the government. Pal said that the registration of Waqf properties on the centralised portal will stop their misuse and benefit economically weaker Pasmanda Muslims, women, children and others in the minority community. With the registration, the Minority Affairs Ministry will have 'complete information' about the total number of Waqf properties in the country, the BJP MP said. 'This will stop the misuse of Waqf,' he said, adding the Waqf properties were illegally sold earlier due to lack of information about them. The BJP leader said that the registration of Waqf properties on the portal will also increase their 'income' as the newly enacted law provides for their audit to be carried out by the auditors appointed by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India. 'Its benefit will go to poor Pasmanda Muslims,' he added. The Waqf (Amendment) Act came into force with the Centre notifying it on April 8. The Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha passed the Waqf (Amendment) bill post-midnight on April 3 and April 4 respectively, and President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent to it on April 5. The Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha passed the Waqf (Amendment) bill post-midnight on April 3 and April 4 respectively, and President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent to it on April 5. The apex court is hearing several petitions related to the law. PTI PK RT This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Centre to launch ‘UMEED' portal on June 6 to streamline registration of Waqf properties
The Central Government is set to officially launch the Waqf UMEED (Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development) portal on 6 June, aimed at streamlining and digitising the registration and management of Waqf properties across India. This follows the enactment of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which received the Presidential assent from Droupadi Murmu on 5 April. According to sources, the UMEED portal has been designed to provide transparent and efficient online registration of Waqf properties. It also offers support services for individuals seeking information on the amended law and their rights or obligations under it. The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 was passed in both Houses of Parliament following intense debate and heated exchanges between the ruling coalition and the Opposition. The legislation introduces stricter guidelines and procedural clarity around Waqf property registration and dispute resolution.
News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Centre To Launch ‘UMEED' Portal On June 6 To Streamline Waqf Properties Registration
Last Updated: The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, received presidential assent from President Droupadi Murmu on April 5 after it was passed in both Houses of Parliament following intense debate The central government is set to advance the Waqf Act by launching the UMEED portal (Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development) on June 6. The portal aims to facilitate the registration of Waqf properties, which must be completed within six months. Properties in the name of women cannot be declared as Waqf, and the beneficiaries of Waqf properties should primarily be women, children, and the poor. Detailed property descriptions, including dimensions and geo-tagged locations, are required for registration. The State Waqf Board will oversee the registration process. Properties not registered within the stipulated timeframe will be considered disputed and referred to a tribunal. The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, received presidential assent from President Droupadi Murmu on April 5 after it was passed in both Houses of Parliament following intense debate. Several petitions have been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the Waqf Act. However, the Centre has urged the Supreme Court to reject the petitions, arguing that the impugned law does not infringe upon constitutional guarantees. The new law amended the Waqf Act, 1995, to address the regulation of Waqf properties, that is, religious endowments or properties dedicated exclusively for religious or charitable purposes under Islamic law. The petitioners challenging the validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, argued before the Supreme Court that the contentious amendments introduced to the Waqf law are designed to 'capture" properties through an executive and non-judicial process. According to the petitioners, the amendment amounts to discrimination against Muslims and unwarranted interference in Islamic religious affairs and the management of waqf properties. On April 17, the apex court decided not to order a stay on the Act after the government's assurance that it would not implement some provisions for the time being. During the hearing on May 27, the Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and others on petitions against the Waqf Act. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated!
Economic Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Centre to unveil new website for Waqf property registration
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel New Delhi: The Centre is likely to launch a new and updated website for the registration of Waqf properties this week. It also plans to hold deliberations with states on rules for governing Waqf, sources April this year, the Parliament had passed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, aiming to modernise Waqf administration, reduce legal disputes, and improve efficiency. It also seeks to fix issues in the 1995 Act and the 2013 pleas seeking stay on the Waqf Act were heard by the Supreme Court and the apex court has reserved its Centre is also planning to launch a new website for registration of Waqf properties this month within a stipulated time of six months. The new website will have full details of Waqf properties across the country, including those of their Centre is working on framing rules for the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025, and plans to hold consultations with states as the state-level waqf boards would be under the purview of the state governments and would also have representation from the state these deliberations and following the Supreme Court judgement, the Centre might notify the rules for Waqf properties and other functioning of Waqf boards.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Centre to unveil new website for Waqf property registration
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel New Delhi: The Centre is likely to launch a new and updated website for the registration of Waqf properties this week. It also plans to hold deliberations with states on rules for governing Waqf, sources April this year, the Parliament had passed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, aiming to modernise Waqf administration, reduce legal disputes, and improve efficiency. It also seeks to fix issues in the 1995 Act and the 2013 pleas seeking stay on the Waqf Act were heard by the Supreme Court and the apex court has reserved its Centre is also planning to launch a new website for registration of Waqf properties this month within a stipulated time of six months. The new website will have full details of Waqf properties across the country, including those of their Centre is working on framing rules for the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025, and plans to hold consultations with states as the state-level waqf boards would be under the purview of the state governments and would also have representation from the state these deliberations and following the Supreme Court judgement, the Centre might notify the rules for Waqf properties and other functioning of Waqf boards.
