First state in independent India to implement the Uniform Civil Code: Uttarakhand has become the first state in independent India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), effective January 27, 2025. This landmark decision fulfills a key election promise of the BJP, widely anticipated since the 2022 state assembly elections.The UCC aims to bring uniformity […]
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One Nation, One Legislative Platform
One Nation, One Legislative Platform: The 85th All India Presiding Officers’ Conference (AIPOC) concluded in Patna, Bihar, addressing critical issues in legislative proceedings, such as disruptions, decorum, and enhancing the role of legislative bodies.The conference also highlighted the upcoming One Nation, One Legislative Platform, aiming to unify all legislative bodies on a single digital platform.Resolutions […]
Justice Alok Aradhe Appointed as Chief Justice of Bombay High Court
Justice Alok Aradhe Appointed as Chief Justice of Bombay High Court: The central government has issued a notification confirming the appointments of Justice Alok Aradhe as the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court and Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya as the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court. These transfers aim to strengthen judicial leadership […]
Donald Trump Sworn in as 47th President of the United States
Donald Trump Sworn in as 47th President of the United States: Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, marking his return to the White House after four tumultuous years. The inauguration, held indoors at the Capitol Rotunda due to extreme cold, symbolizes one of the […]
Secretary General of Indian Ocean Rim Association
Secretary General of Indian Ocean Rim Association: The Ministry of External Affairs announced the appointment of Shri Sanjiv Ranjan as the next Secretary General of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA). A seasoned diplomat from the 1993 batch of the Indian Foreign Service, Shri Ranjan is set to assume his new role shortly. IORA is […]
National Panchayat Awards 2024
National Panchayat Awards 2024: The National Panchayat Awards 2024 were awarded to 45 Panchayats across India by the President of India for their exceptional contributions to inclusive growth and sustainable development.The event highlighted the pivotal role of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in advancing rural governance and environmental sustainability.The awards highlight Panchayats’ pivotal role in socio-economic […]
Demand For Frontier Nagaland Territory
Demand For Frontier Nagaland Territory: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has agreed to the demand by the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation (ENPO) for autonomy in the proposed Frontier Nagaland Territory (FNT).FNT is a proposed administrative region demanded by the ENPO to address the developmental imbalances in 6 eastern districts of Nagaland- Kiphire, Longleng, Mon, […]
Uttarakhand Clears Uniform Civil Code Rules
Uttarakhand Clears Uniform Civil Code Rules: Uttarakhand is set to become the first state in India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), as the state government has approved the UCC rules manual. The state’s Cabinet, headed by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, cleared the manual and decided on key provisions related to registration services, […]
Smriti Irani, Shekhar Kapur Join PM Museum Council
Smriti Irani, Shekhar Kapur Join PM Museum Council: The Prime Ministers’ Museum & Library (PMML) has undergone a significant reconstitution of its society and executive council, introducing several prominent figures to its leadership. Former Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, Nripendra Mishra, has been reappointed as the chairperson for another five-year term.
Reforms for Combating Honour Killings
Reforms for Combating Honour Killings: In an honour killing case in Madhya Pradesh, a girl was shot dead by her family for wanting to marry someone of her choice, against their wishes. Honour killing is the murder of a family member, typically a woman, by relatives or community members in response to perceived dishonor or […]