Crime & Law · India
Parliamentary Panel to Scrutinize FCRA Amendment Bill Amid Opposition Concerns
The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, has been referred to a 31-member joint committee of Parliament for scrutiny. This move follows concerns and pushback regarding the bill's proposed amendments. Opposition leaders, including Akhilesh Yadav, have labeled the bill as 'anti-minority'. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju challenged critics to provide proof for their claims. Several state-based organizations and religious groups, including the Andhra Pradesh Christian Leaders Forum and the Syro-Malabar Church, have also called for a review of the bill.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (4): National Herald, Satya Hindi, The Hindu, The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (13): DNA (Daily News & Analysis), Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald, EastMojo, Haribhoomi, Hindustan Times, Mathrubhumi English, Outlook India, Telangana Today, The Hindu BusinessLine, The New Indian Express, The Statesman, The Times of India
- Right (3): Firstpost, India Today, The Pioneer