The Supreme Court has temporarily suspended key provisions of the Waqf Act, directing the government to maintain the status quo until the next hearing. This decision comes amid challenges to the Act’s constitutional validity, with concerns raised about the registration of waqfs by user and potential impacts on existing properties.

Indian markets experienced a downturn on Thursday, ending a week-long upward trend, with Sensex and Nifty plunging in early trade. This decline occurred despite positive closes on Wednesday. The downturn contrasts with gains in most Asian markets, which were influenced by US-Japan trade talks.

VP Dhankhar’s strong-worded statement on judiciary came days after SC set a deadline for the President and Governors to decide on a Bill. He also spoke about cash recovery at Delhi HC judge’s house.