Controversial Waqf Amendment Bill Passes in Rajya Sabha, Modi Hails Historic Moment

The contentious Waqf (Amendment) Bill, which provides for sweeping changes in regulating and managing Islamic charitable endowments, was passed in the Rajya Sabha after a marathon debate and a face-off between the government and the opposition. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the passage a 'watershed moment' in the collective quest for socio-economic justice, transparency, and inclusive growth. The legislation aims to boost transparency and safeguard people's rights, particularly those who have long been marginalized.