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Don't mix religion and politics: Parties react to Kerala Catholic Bishops' Council's support for Waqf Bill
New Delhi, April 1: The Kerala Catholic Bishops' Council (KCBC) has urged Members of Parliament (MPs) to support the Centre’s Waqf (Amendment) Bill, advocating for the amendment of certain provisions they consider unfair. This appeal has sparked varied reactions from political leaders across the spectrum.
Why politicise sacred day: JPC chief to Muslim leaders on wearing black bands, amid Waqf Bill debate
New Delhi, March 31: On the occasion of Eid, some Muslims were seen wearing black armbands while offering prayers at mosques across cities like Delhi, Sambhal, and Bhopal. This act, seen as a form of protest against the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024, drew sharp criticism from Jagdambika Pal, Chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC). Pal questioned the political motivations behind the gesture, emphasising that Eid should be a time for spiritual reflection, not political demonstrations.