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Centre Introduces Digital Platform for Uploading, Verifying, and Monitoring Waqf Properties

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1 year ago

June 6, 2025

Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju officially launched the UMEED Central Portal on Friday, a comprehensive digital platform designed for the real-time uploading, verification, and monitoring of Waqf properties. This initiative aims to revolutionize the management of Waqf assets by introducing enhanced transparency, accountability, and public engagement.

“The UMEED Portal will mark a significant milestone in the administration of Waqf properties in India. It is set to foster transparency and assist ordinary Muslims, particularly women and children,” stated Mr. Rijiju during the portal’s inauguration.

Describing it as a historic advancement, he highlighted that the portal goes beyond mere technological enhancements. “It stands as a testament to the government’s unwavering commitment to protecting the rights of minority communities and ensuring that community-owned Waqf assets are utilized effectively and justly for the disadvantaged Muslims they were initially intended to benefit,” he remarked.

Key Features of the portal include:
– Creation of a digital inventory with geo-tagging of all Waqf properties
– An online grievance redressal system for improved responsiveness
– Transparent mechanisms for leasing and usage tracking
– Integration with GIS mapping and other e-Governance tools
– Public access to verified records and reports

Secretary of the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Chandra Shekhar Kumar, expressed optimism that the portal will become the foundation of digital Waqf governance, ensuring that Waqf assets significantly contribute to education, healthcare, livelihood generation, and social welfare, particularly for the marginalized sections of the Muslim community.

National

Couple Uses Dupatta to Rescue Biker from Flash Flood

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2 weeks ago

September 1, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: A family in Himachal Pradesh’s Chamba risked their lives to rescue a biker trapped in a flash flood following heavy rainfall.

The incident occurred on the Kakiara-Tunuhatti road in the Bharmala area of Bhatiyat. Heavy rain caused water to flood the road, creating a strong and dangerous current.

The biker struggled to stay safe as he was caught in the fast-flowing water. Two women, including a newlywed woman, quickly used a dupatta as a makeshift rope to rescue him.

The biker held onto the dupatta while the family members pulled him towards safety. Another person also joined the rescue effort.

A video of the incident has gone viral on social media. The family’s courage and quick thinking have received widespread praise online.

National

Two Arrested for Alleged Assault on Minor Girl in Moving Bus

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2 weeks ago

August 31, 2026

Namma Kudla

Noida: Two men, including a bus driver and conductor, have been arrested for allegedly gang-raping a 16-year-old girl on a moving sleeper bus in Greater Noida.

Police said the incident occurred on August 4 when the girl boarded an empty bus while travelling to Noida Sector 63.

The accused allegedly assaulted the girl and later abandoned her near Kashmere Gate in Delhi, around 40 kilometres away.

Following the survivor’s complaint, police launched an investigation and arrested both accused from Timarpur in North Delhi.

The bus has been seized, and CCTV footage and forensic evidence are being examined.

Further investigation is underway.

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21-Year-Old Model Murdered Inside Home, Gym Trainer Accused

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3 weeks ago

August 27, 2026

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New Delhi: A 21-year-old woman was allegedly stabbed to death inside her home in West Delhi on Wednesday. The police suspect her gym trainer, identified as Imran, in the case.

The victim, identified as Muskan, was a student and model. She was reportedly alone at her home on the second floor of a building in Tilak Nagar when the incident took place.

According to the police, Imran allegedly attacked Muskan with a knife. He then fled from the spot.

Neighbours heard Muskan’s screams and rushed to her house. They found her lying in a pool of blood.

The neighbours immediately took her to a nearby hospital. However, she died while undergoing treatment.

Police teams have launched a search for the accused. Investigators are also checking CCTV footage from the area to trace his movements.

Muskan’s friend Aman said she was the youngest of three sisters. He said her elder sister, who is in Chandigarh, called him after learning about the attack.

Aman said he immediately asked another friend to reach the house and take Muskan to the hospital. By the time he arrived, an ambulance had already taken her away.

He also claimed that Muskan’s sisters had earlier told him that Imran used to harass her. He said Imran had allegedly behaved in a similar manner in the past.

The police are investigating the exact motive behind the murder. Further details are awaited.