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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Bodies of two missing SPOs recovered in Kishtwar forest
Two SPOs who went missing en route to an Army base in Kishtwar's Marwah were reportedly found dead in a forest area with bullet injuries.
Rising food prices strain Kashmir households as consumers seek market regulation
Kashmir consumers raise concern over rising food prices, with an egg tray costing ₹230, and demand regular market inspections to check overcharging.
Residents seek widening, macadamisation of Pulwama–Awantipora road
Residents of five villages seek widening, repairs and proper macadamisation of the Pulwama–Awantipora road, citing growing commuter traffic and poor conditions.
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Aga Ruhullah announces exit from NC, resignation as Srinagar MP
Aga Ruhullah Mehdi announced his decision to quit the National Conference and resign as Srinagar MP, citing the party's failure to honour election promises.
NC govt lacks political will to free youth facing incarceration, says Waheed Para
Waheed Para said that the current NC-led government has the power to drop cases against young people who are imprisoned, but they lack the political will to do so.