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Floating Rate Savings Bonds 2020 offer a way to secure finances amidst fluctuating interest rates. Reserve Bank of India issues these bonds. Indian residents, HUF members, and guardians can invest. The interest rate resets every six months, linked to the National Saving Certificate rate. The bonds have a seven-year maturity.
FD interest rate up to 8.70%: Shivalik SFB and IDFC FIRST Bank revise savings account and FD rates
Shivalik Small Finance Bank and IDFC FIRST Bank will revise interest rates. The change applies to savings accounts and fixed deposits. Shivalik SFB savings rates range from 2.50% to 8.20%. Their FD rates go from 3.50% to 8.20% for general citizens. IDFC FIRST Bank savings rates are between 3% and 7.25%. Their FD rates vary from 3% to 7.
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Waqf (Amendment) Act: SC refuses to entertain fresh pleas challenging law
The Supreme Court declined to accept 13 additional petitions challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, citing manageability concerns. Petitioners were directed to intervene in the existing five main pleas if they have additional arguments. The court will hear preliminary objections and consider interim orders on May 5, with the Centre assuring no property denotification or council appointments until then.
Savings bank account: Monthly credit of interest, up to 7% interest rate in this bank from May 1, 2025
Savings a/c interest: You can get up to 7% interest rate on savings bank account of RBL Bank on a monthly basis. This new development is as per an email by the RBL Bank to its customers on April 26, 2025. Read below to know how the slabs are going to be calculated.
Supreme Court refuses to entertain fresh plea challenging Waqf (Amendment) Act
The Supreme Court declined a new petition against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. The court cited numerous similar petitions already scheduled for review. A bench led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna directed the petitioner to intervene in the pending cases. These cases are set for interim orders on May 5. Earlier, the court limited the hearing to five petitions.
Waqf Act not infringing upon religious freedom: govt to SC
The Central government has defended the Waqf (Amendment) Act in the Supreme Court. The government stated the Act does not violate religious freedoms. Amendments were based on a parliamentary panel study. The Centre refuted claims that waqfs lacking documents would be affected. The government clarified the Act regulates secular aspects like record management.
Centre files affidavit in SC, seeks dismissal of pleas against validity of Waqf (Amendment) Act
The Centre said that the top court can review a law on grounds of legislative competence and violation of fundamental rights under Article 32.
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Owaisi challenges PM Modi to ask Saudi crown prince, 'If Medina built on Waqf land?'
All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi on Tuesday addressed the Save Waqf Conference at Delhi's Talkatora Stadium and took aim at the BJP over its remarks on the existence of Waqf properties in Muslim countries and said Prime Minister Narendra Modi can ask Saudi Arabia prince if Medina is built on Waqf land or not.
Waqf Bill passed as per constitution and parliament has right to pass it: Union Minister Arjun Meghwal
Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal defended the Waqf Amendment Act. He stated that Parliament has the right to pass the bill. Meghwal pointed out similar bills were passed in the past. He accused critics of spreading misleading information. He clarified the Act manages Waqf property. The bill was passed in both Houses of Parliament.
Two main objectives were to benefit poor Muslims and stop looting, misuse of property: Kiren Rijiju on Waqf Act
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju stated that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill aims to benefit underprivileged Muslims and prevent the misappropriation of Waqf properties. He highlighted India's extensive Waqf land holdings, emphasizing the need for proper utilization and transparency. Rijiju noted that the amendments align with recommendations from previous committees to improve Waqf property management for the community's welfare.
'Opposition spreading misinformation': Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske on Waqf Act
Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske defended the Waqf Act amendment, asserting it regulates national property, not Muslim religious rights. He accused the opposition of spreading misinformation, emphasizing the amendment's aim to benefit poor Muslims. Mhaske clarified the government's stance before the Supreme Court, highlighting their right to legislate on property matters without infringing on religious freedom.
Highest savings account interest rate: Comparison of ICICI Bank vs HDFC Bank vs Axis Bank vs YES Bank
Banks are revising their savings account interest rates after RBI cut the repo rate by 25 bps during its monetary policy meeting earlier this month. Following the RBI's repo rate cut, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, and Axis Bank have reduced savings account interest rates by 25 bps.
Telangana was first to oppose Waqf amendment; Act should not exist: Congress' Mohammed Ali Shabbir
Senior Congress leader Mohammed Ali Shabbir has strongly criticized the BJP government over the Waqf Amendment Act, highlighting Telangana's initial opposition. He accused the BJP of communal politics and questioned PM Modi's focus on Muslim women's issues. The Act, intended to streamline Waqf property management and safeguard heritage sites, has faced opposition, leading to protests and violence in several districts.
Asaduddin Owaisi vows to continue protests against Waqf law till it is withdrawn
Asaduddin Owaisi has vowed sustained protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, accusing the Centre of targeting Muslim identity. He likened the agitation to the farmers' protests and asserted that demonstrations would continue until the law's withdrawal. Owaisi criticized the government's stance on triple talaq, CAA, and the Uniform Civil Code.
Over 1 lakh Muslims protest Waqf Act in Karnataka
Over one lakh members of the Muslim community in Karnataka gathered to protest the Waqf Amendment Act, 2025, deeming it an erosion of autonomy for Waqf institutions. Speakers voiced concerns over government control of Waqf properties and the altered composition of the Waqf Board, alleging discrimination. The protest concluded with calls for peaceful resistance and protection of constitutional rights.
Key step towards restoration of constitutional principles, says Congress; welcomes SC's interim decision on Waqf Act
The Congress party has lauded the Supreme Court's interim order in the waqf case, which maintains the status quo of waqf properties and ensures no non-Muslim appointments to waqf panels. Abhishek Singhvi emphasized the decision as a move towards upholding constitutional principles. KC Venugopal highlighted that the court's observations validate concerns raised by INDIA parties regarding the Waqf Act.
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