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India Defends Foreign Funding Rule Amid Criticism

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) defended India's foreign funding regulations amidst international criticism, stating that such affairs are controlled by Parliament. Concerns arose after US lawmaker Riley Moore objected to proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, fearing it could affect bilateral relations. The amendments aim to monitor foreign contributions and maintain religious properties. Read More

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FCRA amendment is India's internal matter, says MEA, hits back at US lawmaker's church takeover claim

India's Ministry of External Affairs stated proposed FCRA amendments are an internal legislative matter. US Congressman Riley Moore criticised the bill as an attack against Christians. The proposed amendments empower the government to manage foreign contributions and assets. This legislation aims to ensure religious character of places of worship is maintained. The government also reduced penalties for violations of the Foreign Contribution Act. Read More