First batch of Indian Haj pilgrims arrives in Saudi Arabia

First batch of Indian Haj pilgrims arrives in Saudi Arabia

The first batch of Indian Haj pilgrims were accorded a warm welcome at the Madina Airport in Saudi Arabia by Indian Ambassador to the Kingdom, Suhel Khan and Consul General Fahad Suri on Tuesday. They were joined by the Saudi Deputy Minister for Haj and Umrah, Abdulaziz A. Wazzan, and several other senior Saudi officials. Apr 29, 2025
Waqf Act amended to prevent encroachment of government properties, Centre to SC

Waqf Act amended to prevent encroachment of government properties, Centre to SC

The Centre, in an affidavit filed before the Supreme Court, said that it brought amendments to the Waqf Act, 1995, to prevent abuse of waqf legislation which resulted in the encroachment of government properties, apart from ensuring that the Waqf Boards in the country are properly administered and function with transparency. Apr 25, 2025