<h1>Parliamentary Committee Passes Controversial Waqf Bill Amid Opposition's Constitutional Concerns; Supreme Court Challenge Looms</h1> The Joint Committee of Parliament adopted the amended Waqf (Amendment) Bill with a 15-11 vote, despite opposition criticism labeling it 'unconstitutional' for allowing government interference in Muslim religious matters. The Bill aims to enhance transparency and effectiveness in Waqf board operations and includes backward Muslims, women, and orphans as beneficiaries. Opposition parties, including Congress and DMK, plan to challenge the Bill in the Supreme Court, arguing it targets minorities. The Bill proposes removing the 'Waqf by user' clause prospectively and includes non-Muslims in Waqf boards. The report will be submitted to the Lok Sabha Speaker for further action.