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Imarat-e-Shariah, headquartered in Patna, has rejected the Waqf amendment legislation, calling for its withdrawal. The legislation was passed by Parliament in April. After holding scores of protest meetings against the amended Waqf law across Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha and West Bengal, Imarat-e-Shariah, one of the country's leading Muslim organisations, is set to hold a mega rally in Patna's Gandhi Maidan on Sunday to keep the heat on the BJP-led Centre over the row. Imarat-e-Shariah, headquarte ...Read More >
PATNA: Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan on Sunday said that he wants to contest forthcoming assembly elections for the 'sake of Bihar' and not for himself. Addressing the 'Bahujan Bhim Sankalp Samagam' rally at Rajgir in Nalanda district, Chirag slammed the Opposition INDIA bloc, accusing them of misleading voters for their political gains. "Be careful about the false narrative of the INDIA bloc in the coming election," he added. Alleging that the Oppositi ...Read More >
Patna: A political slugfest erupted afresh on Sunday when RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav promised to throw Waqf Act into trash if INDIA bloc formed the government after the assembly election as JD (U) claimed that his assurance was intended at wooing the minority community for their votes before the assembly election. State JD (U) president Umesh Kushwaha said that RJD's so-called concern for the members of minority community was mere eyewash, intended at getting their votes. He claimed that those s ...Read More >
Patna: Leader of the opposition in state assembly, Tejashwi Prasad Yadav, narrowly avoided injury on Sunday when a drone crashed onto the stage during the 'Waqf Bachao-Dastoor Bachao' rally at Gandhi Maidan in Patna.The incident occurred while the former deputy chief minister was addressing the crowd. The drone came hurtling towards the podium, prompting Tejashwi to instinctively duck, escaping what could have been a serious mishap.Patna SP (central) Diksha told reporters that police were examin ...Read More >
Patna, June 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Amid RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav's criticism of the BJP-led NDA government over the Waqf Act during his Gandhi Maidan rally here on Sunday, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi has launched a counter-attack, accusing the Bihar LoP of hypocrisy on the Waqf Act issue. "Tejashwi should first get his own people to vacate graveyards and Waqf lands before giving speeches on Waqf. Ninety per cent of those who have occupied graveyards are your own people, so how can you say any ...Read More >
Patna, June 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) on Sunday extended its support to the rally organised against the Waqf Act at Gandhi Maidan, Patna, reiterating its opposition to the law while aligning with the movement for the protection of minority rights. VIP national president and former Bihar minister Mukesh Sahani stated: "Just as a fish cannot live without water, the Waqf Board is essential for Muslims." He accused the BJP of attempting to snatch the rights of the poor, ...Read More >
Patna, June 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday narrowly escaped injury as a drone crashed into a podium when he was addressing a rally in Patna. Addressing the 'Save Waqf - Save Constitution' conference at Gandhi Maidan, Patna, Tejashwi accused the BJP of conspiring to snatch the voting rights of the poor, backward, Dalit, extremely backward, tribal, and minority communities in Bihar. "The BJP will try to snatch the voting rights of the poor and backward by delet ...Read More >
IMAGE: India were relying heavily on Bumrah for wickets and cutting the flow of runs in the first Test against England. Photograph: BCCI Former captain Mohammad Azharuddin said India should play left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav in the Edgbaston Test against England to add more experience to their bowling attack and reduce the burden on pace talisman Jasprit Bumrah. Across the first Test at Leeds, which India lost by five wickets, the visitors were relying heavily on Bumrah for wickets and ...Read More >
Patna, Jun 29 (PTI) RJD leader and former cricketer Tejashwi Yadav showcased his quick reflexes when he ducked to avoid being hit by a drone which crashed into his podium during a rally at Patna on Sunday. The incident took place when the former deputy chief minister was addressing the 'Save Waqf, Save Constitution' rally at the historical Gandhi Maidan here. Speaking to PTI, Patna SP (Central), Diksha said, "We are looking into the incident. It was a restricted area and such an object should ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: RJD leader and former cricketer Tejashwi Yadav narrowly escaped injury on Sunday after a drone crashed into his podium during a rally at Patna's Gandhi Maidan. The incident occurred while the former deputy chief minister was addressing a public gathering at the 'Save Waqf, Save Constitution' rally.The drone came hurtling toward the stage and crashed near Yadav, prompting him to instinctively duck. His quick reflexes helped him avoid what could have been a serious accident.Confirming t ...Read More >
PATNA: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday claimed that the ruling NDA in Bihar was "on its way out", and the new government in the state led by the Mahagathbandhan will "consign to dustbin" the Waqf Act brought by the Narendra Modi dispensation at the Centre. The young leader addressed a 'Save Waqf, Save Constitution' rally, held at the historical Gandhi Maidan here, where leaders from various political parties had turned up, wearing black bands as a mark of protest. The former deputy chief m ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The government on Saturday extended the term of the chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) Ravi Agrawal by one year, an official notification said.The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the re-appointment of Agrawal, an IRS officer of the 1988 batch, as CBDT chairman for one year from July 1 this year to June 30, 2026, on contract basis.Agrawal took over as the CBDT chairman from Nitin Gupta in June 2024 after Gupta's extended tenure ended. Agrawal has been a ...Read More >
SRINAGAR, June 28: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today held a meeting with the members of civil society organisations, religious leaders, elected representatives, trade and business community and discussed the arrangements for forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Chief Minister Omar Abdullah; Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo; Special Director General (Coordination), PHQ, SJM Gillani; Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor and CEO, Shri Amarnathji ...Read More >
Digha: A day after Rath Yatra, the festive fervour continues in Digha as the seaside town is now gearing up to host Ulta Rath or the return journey of the deities from the 'Masir Bari' or the old Jagannath temple. On July 5 -- the Ulta Rath day -- hotels are hoping for fresh tourist influx. Though the deities are currently in Masir Bari, a large queue of devotees visited the newly-constructed Jagannath temple on Saturday. They offered prayers to the stone idol permanently installed there. It is ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 28: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today chaired a high-level meeting with members of civil society organisations, religious leaders, elected representatives, and representatives from the trade and business communities to review arrangements for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. Among those present were Chief Minister Omar Abdullah; Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo; Special Director General (Coordination) S.J.M. Gillani; Principal Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor and CEO of Sh ...Read More >
Bengaluru, June 27 (UNI) The Karnataka High Court today quashed two criminal cases filed against former Chief Minister and BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai, who was facing charges of promoting enmity between religious groups over remarks made during a political rally against the Waqf Board. The allegations stemmed from a protest rally held by the BJP in November 2024, where Bommai had sharply criticised the Congress-led State government and the Waqf Board. He was reported to have said, "If a stone i ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jun 27 (PTI) Karnataka High Court on Friday set aside two criminal cases filed against BJP leader and former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, which alleged he made objectionable remarks during a protest rally criticising the Waqf Board and the state government over alleged encroachment on farmers' and temples' properties. Justice S R Krishna Kumar, delivering the order, allowed Bommai's plea to quash the proceedings that had been initiated by Shiggaon police under Section 196(1)(a) o ...Read More >
Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court has quashed a criminal case filed against BJP leader and former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai. He was accused of making objectionable comments during a protest rally against the Waqf Board properties. The protest was held to oppose what Bommai claimed was the illegal grabbing of farmers' and temple lands by the Waqf Board and the Karnataka Government. During the rally, Bommai made strong remarks, which led to the registration of a criminal case against him. ...Read More >
BENGALURU: The Karnataka high court on Friday quashed two hate speech cases registered against former chief minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Basavaraj Bommai for his speech at a protest rally in November last year that accused the state's Waqf Board of grabbing farm land in the state. Justice SR Krishna Kumar quashed the cases against the Haveri Lok Sabha MP, noting that his comments at the did not constitute the offence of promoting enmity between two groups for which he had be ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): One year since his re-election as speaker of the Lok Sabha, Om Birla's second term has emerged as a defining period of transformative change, legislative productivity and digital innovation in India's parliamentary journey. With four sessions already concluded and the fifth session scheduled to begin on July 21, the first year of the 18th Lok Sabha has proven to be not just a continuation but an evolution of India's vibrant democracy. During this period, Parlia ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): One year since his re-election as speaker of the Lok Sabha, Om Birla's second term has emerged as a defining period of transformative change, legislative productivity and digital innovation in India's parliamentary journey. With four sessions already concluded and the fifth session scheduled to begin on July 21, the first year of the 18th Lok Sabha has proven to be not just a continuation but an evolution of India's vibrant democracy. During this period, Parlia ...Read More >
Despite initial doubts after the 2024 elections, Narendra Modi's third term as Prime Minister appears stable, with strong support from allies. The BJP has rebounded with state election wins, while the Congress struggles to maintain momentum. Experts suggest Modi's leadership remains dominant, with no clear alternative in sight, as his government confidently advances its agenda.When Narendra Modi took oath as Prime Minister for the third time on June 9, 2024, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was quic ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The Telangana Waqf Board is yet to begin geo-tagging waqf properties on the UMEED portal, which the Central government launched following the implementation of the Waqf Amendment Act. The board said it is waiting for the Supreme Court's verdict. The Unified-waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development (UMEED) will serve as a centralised digital platform for real time uploading, verification, and monitoring of waqf properties. Telangana Waqf Board chairman Azmattullah Hus ...Read More >
Pune: Hospitals in Pune have started reporting an increase in dengue cases among children following recent heavy rainfall and intermittent showers. Conditions are now ripe for mosquito breeding, experts said, as they warned citizens to ensure there's no waterlogging or stagnant pools near homes and offices. "Dengue is typically seen first in children as they often play outside," said Dr Sagar Lad, a senior neonatologist and pediatric intensivist at Jehangir Hospital and Sahyadri Hospital, Shastr ...Read More >
Fayaz Bukhari Srinagar, June 7: With thousands participating in congregational prayers at Eidgahs, mosques and shrines, Eid-ul-Azha was celebrated with religious fervour across Kashmir today. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The largest gathering took place in the lawns of Dargah Hazratbal along the banks of Dal Lake, where men, women and children from various parts of the Valley congregated, creating a spiritual ambiance blended with festive spirit. Click here to watch video ...Read More >
Kolkata: Haragobindo Das and his son Chandan were dragged out of their home and killed with an axe in front of their family during the communal violence in Murshidabad, police said in its 900-page charge sheet. Thirteen people were named in the charge sheet, which was submitted before the Jangipur court on Friday, an officer said. Haragobindo and Chandan, of Betbona village in Zafarabad, were among three people killed in the communal violence that broke out during protests over the Waqf (Amend ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 7 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board Chairperson Darakshan Andrabi on Saturday extended greetings to people on the occasion of Eid-al-Adha. 'I extend greetings to all Muslims on the occasion of Eid al-Adha...Everyone offered prayers peacefully and prayed for peace and prosperity. This is very important for our Jammu and Kashmir...', Andrabi told ANI. Earlier in the day, PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti and her daughter Iltija Mufti offered Namaz in Srinagar ...Read More >
Vijayawada: Abdul Aziz, Chairman of the AP Waqf Board, stated that the festival of Bakrid (Eid al-Adha) is a profound symbol of sacrifice. He emphasised that the core message of this festival is to show compassion and kindness towards the poor. In a statement released on Friday, ahead of Bakrid on Saturday, he extended his greetings to all Muslims and the people of the State. He noted that Muslims who perform 'Qurbani' (sacrificial offering) on Bakrid receive immense blessings. He reiterated t ...Read More >
Kolkata, Jun 7 (PTI) The West Bengal Police have submitted a charge sheet against 13 people in the father-son double murder case in Murshidabad's Zafarabad violence in April, a senior officer said. The murders of Haragobindo Das (74) and his son Chandan Das (40) took place on April 11 during the Dhuliyan-Suti-Shamshergunj communal violence, amid protests over the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 in the district. The riots left at least three people dead and many injured, besides forcing hundreds to ...Read More >
MUMBAI: RBI on Friday issued revised norms for loans backed by gold and silver, aimed at widening credit access for small borrowers and standardising regulations across banks and NBFCs. The new rules will come into force from April 1, 2026.Under the revised framework, loan-to-value (LTV) ratio for smaller consumption loans has been increased. Borrowers can now avail loans up to Rs 2.5 lakh with an LTV of 85%, up from 75%. For loans above Rs 2.5 lakh and up to Rs 5 lakh, the LTV is capped at 80%, ...Read More >
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