Waqf Act

New law designed to rob Muslims of religious rights over Waqf: Kapil Sibal

"No religious endowment of Hindus, Sikhs or Christians allows a non-believer in that religious faith to be a member of their endowment administrative body," Sibal said, adding that these provisions in Waqf Amendment Act completely violated Muslims' right to religious activities guaranteed under Articles 25 and 26 of Constitution.

Thousands protest against new Waqf Law in south India

The protest, called “Save Waqf, Save Constitution,” was held at Islamia College Ground and organized by the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB). Over 10,000 people attended the event.

All India Muslim Personal Law Board resumes protests against Waqf Act

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has once again opened a front against the Waqf Act, with large-scale protests scheduled to commence in Telangana. The protests are part of a nationwide campaign opposing the Waqf Amendment Act.

Indian seminary students in Iran protest against Waqf Amendment Law and terrorism + Photos

Indian scholars and seminary students residing in the city of Qom, Iran, organized a protest gathering against the Waqf Amendment Law and the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. 

General Secretary of Majlis-e-Ulama-e-Hind

We have to fight against all those who are against Constitution - Kalbe Jawad

In the anti-Waqf Act protest, AIMPLB leader and General Secretary of the Majlis-e-Ulama-e-Hind Maulana Kalbe Jawad Naqvi declared, “We have to fight against all those who are against the Constitution"

After WB violence erupts in Assam during protests against Waqf Amendment Act

After West Bengal, protests against the controversial Waqf Amendment Act turned violent in Assam today. A demonstration held in Cachar district’s Silchar area, initially peaceful, descended into chaos when police attempted to disperse protesters.

Muslims to turn off lights nationwide on April 30 in protest against Waqf Bill

All India Muslim Personal Law Board has called for a symbolic protest on April 30 at 9 PM by turning off lights in homes, factories, and offices for half an hour, which he believes will be a successful act of dissent.

India: Tensions rise over Waqf Act as government cracks down on protests; 150 arrested

Tensions continue to simmer in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district as protests against the newly introduced Waqf (Amendment) Act intensify. On Sunday, April 13, 2025, police confirmed that 12 more people were arrested in connection with the recent unrest, bringing the total number of arrests to 150.

Indian President signs controversial bill

Waqf Bill becomes Act: Wave of protests across country, constitutional validity under question

After the President signed the Waqf Bill, voices of protest have intensified across the country. Various social organizations, civil rights groups, and opposition parties have strongly criticized the government's stance.