News Topic:Waqf Act 1995
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NC leader criticizes BJP over Waqf Amendment Bill, calls it attack on secularism
NC leader Bashir Ahmad Nengroo criticized the BJP-led Central government, accusing it of undermining secular principles with the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024.
J&K
J-K Government appoints Commissioner Survey Auqaf
In a significant move, the J&K Government has appointed a Commissioner Survey Auqaf for carrying out a detailed survey of Waqf properties in the Union Territory.
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J&K
GoI appoints Waqf Board members for J-K
The Government of India (GoI) has nominated five persons from diverse backgrounds as members of the Waqf Board for J-K Union Territory.
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J&K
J&K proposes modifications in Central Waqf Act
The Jammu & Kashmir government has proposed modifications in the Central Waqf Act before constituting the Waqf Board in the newly carved out Union Territory.
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Ahead of Amarnath Yatra, security beefed up across J&K
Authorities have beefed up security across Jammu and Kashmir ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra, with multi-layered arrangements.
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Govt temporarily restricts Telegram ahead of NEET re-exam, NTA welcomes move
The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Tuesday welcomed the Government of India's decision to impose temporary restrictions on the Telegram messaging platform.
Health Ministry amends Drugs Rules, 1945; over-the-counter sale of syrups discontinued to curb misuse
Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has made it mandatory for consumers to produce a valid doctor's prescription to purchase all syrups, including cough syrups.
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