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PoliticsApr 01, 2026 11:03 PM

Proposed amendments to FCRA excessive, dangerous: KCBC

Kochi, Apr 1 (PTI) The KCBC on Wednesday termed as "excessive and dangerous" the proposed amendments in the FCRA, saying that it would lead to denial of justice to entities which use foreign funds for charitable and philanthropic activities. Kerala Catholic Bishops' Council (KCBC) deputy secretary general Thomas Tharayil said that the Bishops' body held a meeting regarding the issue on Tuesday and have communicated their concerns regarding the proposed changes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, H ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 01, 2026 08:34 PM

BJP tries to pacify FCRA ire among Kerala churches

Thiruvananthapuram: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which is aiming to expand its footprint in Kerala in the upcoming Assembly elections with the support of the 19% Christian population in the state alongside its core Hindu vote, is on the defensive in the wake of some Christian denominations opposing the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) amendment bill moved by the Union government in the Lok Sabha. The bill, introduced by Union Minister of State (Home Affairs) Nityanand Rai in th ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 01, 2026 03:04 PM

KCBC seeks referral of FCRA Bill to parliamentary panel, says it violates constitutional rights

The Kerala Catholic Bishops Council (KCBC) on Wednesday urged the Centre to refer the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, to a Parliamentary Subject Committee, stating that it violates "fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution as well as minority rights." The KCBC warned that the proposed amendments could lead to misuse of power, enabling authorities to take control of institutions run by voluntary organisations, including charitable bodies, educational institutions ...Read More >

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