Uttarakhand Implements Uniform Civil Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026: Uttarakhand has implemented the Uniform Civil Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026, bringing procedural, administrative and penal reforms to strengthen digital registration, transparency, women’s empowerment and effective implementation of the UCC.The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) was implemented in Uttarakhand on January 27, 2025, marking a landmark moment in India’s […]
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PANCHAM
PANCHAM: The Union Minister of State for Panchayati Raj launched the PANCHAM – Panchayat Assistance and Messaging Chatbot It is a digital tool developed in collaboration with UNICEF. It is a flagship digital initiative aimed at empowering Panchayat Elected Representatives and Functionaries. It is designed as a digital companion for Panchayats, providing timely and contextual […]
Arbitration Council of India
Arbitration Council of India: The Supreme Court has asked the Union government to respond to a petition seeking the establishment of the Arbitration Council of India (ACI) and the formulation of uniform guidelines for the regulation, conduct, and accreditation of arbitral institutions and arbitrators. The Arbitration and Conciliation (Amendment) Act, 2019 envisaged the ACI as […]
Union Solidarity and Development Part won the election in Myanmar
Union Solidarity and Development Part won the election in Myanmar: Myanmar is the northernmost country of Southeast Asia.It is bordered by India, Bangladesh, China, Laos and Thailand. It is bounded by the Andaman Sea in the south and by the Bay of Bengal in the southwest.Capital City: Naypyidaw.It consists of Bago Yoma, Rakhine Yoma, and […]
Remount and Veterinary Corps
Remount and Veterinary Corps: During the Republic Day Parade more animals were represented the Indian Army’s Remount and Veterinary Corps. Remount and Veterinary Corps is a specialised Corps of the Indian Army responsible for the breeding, rearing, and training of Army animals, including horses, mules and Army dogs. It ensures the operational readiness of these […]
56th Statehood Day of Himachal Pradesh
56th Statehood Day of Himachal Pradesh: The Prime Minister conveyed warm greetings to the people of Himachal Pradesh on their 56th Statehood Day on 25th January, 2026. Himachal Pradesh first became a Chief Commissioner’s Province on 15th April 1948, and then transitioned to a Part C State on 26th January 1950 upon the implementation of […]
Republic Day 2026
Republic Day 2026: Republic Day 2026 marked the 77th anniversary of the Constitution of India coming into force on 26th January 1950, and was celebrated around the theme “150 Years of Vande Mataram.”The observance blended constitutional values with cultural expression and public participation, featuring 30 tableaux from States, Union Territories, and Ministries under the sub-themes […]
India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM) 2026
India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM) 2026: The Election Commission of India (ECI) will host the inaugural India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM) 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital. The 3-day conference, starting on the 21st of January, will be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. It […]
Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2.0
Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2.0: The ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2.0 has sparked nationwide concern due to widespread voter distress, manual procedural delays, and the summoning of eminent citizens to prove residency despite the availability of advanced digital infrastructure.It highlights a critical mismatch between the Election Commission’s (EC) digital capabilities (ECINet) and the ground-level […]
Accountability in Democratic Institutions
Accountability in Democratic Institutions: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla recently addressed the 28th Commonwealth Speakers and Presiding Officers Conference (CSPOC) in New Delhi.He emphasized that the legitimacy of democratic institutions depends on their ability to remain transparent, inclusive, and accountable amidst the rise of AI and social media.Accountability is the ethical obligation of those in […]
