Friday, 4 April 2025

Watershed moment, says PM Modi of Waqf bill passage

PM Narendra Modi commended the passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill and the Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill by Parliament, highlighting their impact on transparency and socio-economic justice for marginalized Muslims. The legislation aims to eliminate corruption in waqf property management and benefit Muslim women and the underprivileged. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Zi0AWjX

Don’t push us to the wall, Omar and allies tell LG over transfers

J&K's National Conference and Congress criticized LG Manoj Sinha for overstepping power boundaries with officer transfers, warning against further interference. A resolution condemned the Waqf Act. The coordination between the elected government and LG remains, but any future conflicts will be brought up in the assembly. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Zi0AWjX

Drunken misconduct: Court orders community service for 4 convicts at Sufi shrine, school

A Srinagar court ordered four men, guilty of drinking and causing public nuisance, to perform community service instead of imprisonment. The community service includes cleaning at a Sufi shrine and a government girls' higher secondary school. The court considers this a more humane and progressive approach to justice. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/Zi0AWjX

Thursday, 3 April 2025

In a first, Omar calls meet to discuss LG’s decision

J&K CM Omar Abdullah has convened a meeting to address tensions arising from LG Manoj Sinha's recent transfer of 48 JKAS officers. The NC alleges this undermines the democratic process. The issue will likely be discussed during Union home minister Amit Shah’s upcoming visit to J&K. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/0djWqU8

‘Fugitive’ terrorists spotted in Udhampur, search launched

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IPL 2025: Iyer, Arora lead KKR to dominating 80-run victory over SRH

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) triumphed over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 80 runs in IPL 2025, powered by Venkatesh Iyer’s explosive 60 off 29 balls and Vaibhav Arora's 3-wicket haul. KKR set a formidable total of 200/6 and dismissed SRH for 120, showcasing strong teamwork and a dominant performance at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/0djWqU8