Live Updates: Waqf Act Amendment Bill Circulated in Lok Sabha

Parliament Session Live Updates: Wednesday marks the thirteenth day of the Monsoon Session, which began on July 22 and is set to end on August 12 unless adjourned early. Several key bills are expected to be introduced today. However, there is no official confirmation on whether the Waqf Act will be amended, despite media reports suggesting that 40 amendments have been approved by the government.

Congress MP Tagore requests debate on caste census

Congress MP Manickam Tagore has requested an adjournment motion in the Lok Sabha to discuss the need for a caste-based census.

Lok Sabha to discuss Finance Bill

The Finance Bill for 2024-2025, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, will be discussed and possibly passed in the Lok Sabha today. This bill outlines the government’s financial proposals for the year.

Waqf Act to be renamed and see significant changes

A bill to amend the Waqf Act was circulated among Lok Sabha members last night. The act will be renamed as the ‘Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development Act, 1995,’ and will include major changes like representation for Muslim women and non-Muslims in Waqf bodies.