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Madhya Pradesh starts process to implement UCC by end of this year| India News

Madhya Pradesh starts process to implement UCC by end of this year| India News

Madhya Pradesh has started the process to implement a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) by the year-end on the lines of two other Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-ruled states, Uttarakhand and Gujarat, people aware of the matter said on Wednesday. Chief minister Mohan Yadav directed state home department to initiate the process. (X) The people said chief minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday directed state home department officials to initiate the process to pass the UCC law by the end of 2026. He urged ministers to provide suggestions on the matter as he presided over a Cabinet meeting. In August 2024, Yadav suggested his government was in no hurry to implement UCC, as every state had different circumstances. An official said Yadav on Tuesday emphasised that the BJP’s central leadership wanted Madhya Pradesh to move forward with UCC. “The home department will prepare a draft, while ministers have been asked to study challenges faced during [UCC] implementation in Uttarakhand and Gujarat,” said the officer. The department is expected to constitute a committee to draft a UCC bill. Retired …

Implement Mumbai’s cluster redevelopment model nationwide: Milind Deora in RS

Implement Mumbai’s cluster redevelopment model nationwide: Milind Deora in RS

Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora on Thursday urged the Centre to replicate Mumbai’s cluster redevelopment model across India, describing it as a sustainable solution to the country’s growing urban housing challenges. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha, Deora highlighted the success of the scheme implemented under the leadership of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, stating that it has transformed housing for thousands of underprivileged citizens in Mumbai. Calls for National Adoption of Cluster Redevelopment Model Deora said that the cluster redevelopment initiative undertaken by the Maharashtra Housing Department has emerged as a model of inclusive and sustainable urban development. He expressed confidence that adopting this framework nationwide would help provide secure housing to millions of economically weaker citizens. He added that the scheme ensures that residents of slums and old structures are rehabilitated at the same location with improved living conditions and modern infrastructure. Urbanisation Key to India’s Economic Growth Highlighting the importance of urban development, Deora noted that nearly one-third of India’s population currently resides in cities, which contribute around two-thirds of the country’s …

‘Will implement Article 244A of Constitution, take action against Himanta’: Rahul Gandhi

‘Will implement Article 244A of Constitution, take action against Himanta’: Rahul Gandhi

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Thursday promised to implement Article 244A of the Constitution and initiate action against Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma if his party comes to power after next month’s assembly elections, attacking the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over governance, alleged corruption and control over tribal areas. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addresses a rally in Assam on Thursday. (X) Addressing an election meeting in Karbi Anglong, Gandhi said Article 244A, which provides for the creation of an autonomous state within Assam’s tribal areas, would be enforced to ensure greater self-governance. “We are fully committed to the implementation of 244A and no one will run your affairs using a remote control from Guwahati. We want you to control your future, run your politics and take decisions on your lands. For this 244A is a must and we will deliver it,” he said. Article 244A provides for the formation of an autonomous state comprising all or part of the tribal areas in Assam, as listed under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, along …

Bihar to strictly implement prohibition law: DyCm; RJD MLC says liquor delivery possible in Council

Bihar to strictly implement prohibition law: DyCm; RJD MLC says liquor delivery possible in Council

Patna, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha on Wednesday asserted that the government is fully committed to strictly implement the liquor prohibition law in the state. Bihar to strictly implement prohibition law: DyCm; RJD MLC says liquor delivery possible in Council Sinha was responding to RJD leader Sunil Singh’s allegation that the liquor prohibition law is an “absolute failure in Bihar”. The opposition MLC also claimed that he will demonstrate the delivery of alcohol on the premises of the Legislative Council. The Bihar government in 2016 enforced a complete ban on the manufacture, trade, storage, transportation, sale, and consumption of liquor and intoxicants in the state. However, this led to scores of hooch tragedies resulting in numerous deaths. The Patna High Court recently criticised the Bihar government over the “failure” of the state machinery in effectively implementing the prohibition law, and warned that citizens’ lives were being put at risk. Talking to reporters outside the House, Sinha said, “Everybody had resolved to ensure liquor prohibition in the state. If there are loopholes in its …

Bihar to strictly implement prohibition law: DyCm; RJD MLC says liquor delivery possible in Council

Delhi govt to implement ‘Rah-Veer’ financial incentive scheme: CM Gupta

New Delhi, The Delhi government will implement the Centre’s ‘Rah-Veer’ scheme to motivate citizens to assist seriously injured road accident victims, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Monday. Delhi govt to implement ‘Rah-Veer’ financial incentive scheme: CM Gupta Under the financial scheme, any person who provides immediate assistance to a seriously injured road accident victim and ensures their transport to a hospital or trauma centre within the golden hour will be rewarded ₹25,000 along with a certificate of appreciation. “People often hesitate to help due to fear of legal complications or police procedures. However, this scheme will remove such apprehensions and encourage citizens to step forward,” the chief minister said. The scheme aims not only to save the lives of seriously injured road accident victims but also to foster a culture of compassion in society. Delhi government believes that greater public participation can substantially reduce mortality arising from road accidents, she added. According to the chief minister, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has issued detailed guidelines to states and Union territories for effective …

KASE to implement 25 programmes to modernise skill development sector

KASE to implement 25 programmes to modernise skill development sector

The Kerala Academy for Skills Excellence (KASE) will implement 25 programmes to modernise the skill development sector to make it suitable for the job market, Minister for General Education V. Sivankutty has said. At a press conference here on Monday to explain some of the programmes, the Minister said a ‘Skill Secretariat’ would be set up to transform KASE into a single-window mechanism for skill development activities . A decentralised skill development mechanism on the model of People’s Plan and smart skill budgeting would be implemented for the first time in the country, the Minister said. A comprehensive plan had been prepared to use the resources of local government institutions for skill training as part of the 15th five-year-plan. The Minister said a skill gap report that studied the labour complexities in each district would be submitted soon. Formal inauguration of the district-level policy would be held in Thiruvananthapuram. A policy to provide accreditation to private training institutions had been formed to ensure quality. In the first phase, 200 institutions would be given accreditation. The …

Delhi nursery admission 2026 schedule OUT for entry level classes: Will schools implement updated age criteria?

Delhi nursery admission 2026 schedule OUT for entry level classes: Will schools implement updated age criteria?

The Delhi government on Saturday released a detailed admission schedule for entry-level classes for the 2026-27 academic session. The Directorate of Education (DoE), in a notification dated 22 November outlined the specific dates for schools and parents seeking pre-school or nursery admission for their wards. From uploading of point criteria on school’s website to release of lists the notification provides a full timeline of the admission process. The circular also mentions crucial instructions to schools, prescribed the age limits for attendance, and also gave a list of the documents required as proof of address. Admission process in Delhi schools is set to begin next month. Those planning to apply for the same must take note of the admission schedule mentioned below. The admission process will commence on 4 December and conclude on 19 March, 2026. Registration fee Parents will have to pay a registration fee of ₹25 to apply in the schools of their choice. “Each school shall display the aforesaid admission schedule on its notice board and website… Only ₹25 (non-refundable) can be charged …

‘Failed to understand logic’: HC says universities shouldn’t implement ‘carry on’ system for failed students in 2025-26 | Mumbai News

‘Failed to understand logic’: HC says universities shouldn’t implement ‘carry on’ system for failed students in 2025-26 | Mumbai News

The Bombay High Court has directed the state government to inform all universities that have continued with the ‘carry on’ scheme allowing students with uncleared or failed backlog exams to be promoted, not to implement the same for the academic year 2025–26, except where the benefit has already been extended to some students. The direction was issued after the court was informed on Tuesday that the ‘carry on’ system introduced through a January 17 circular and a February 10 Government Resolution (GR) was limited to the academic year 2024–25. Despite this, four universities continued the scheme for academic year 2025–26, which the bench found “contrary to the spirit of the GR and the circular.” The four universities include Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon; Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Solapur University, Solapur; Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, Amravati and Shivaji University, Kolhapur. Story continues below this ad A division bench of Justices Ravindra V Ghuge and Ashwin D Bhobe clarified that the academic results of students who have benefitted from the scheme for 2025–26 would be …

‘Largest Minority’: SC Notice To Centre On Plea To Implement Women’s Reservation In Parliament | India News

‘Largest Minority’: SC Notice To Centre On Plea To Implement Women’s Reservation In Parliament | India News

Last Updated:November 10, 2025, 19:32 IST The plea, filed by Congress leader Dr Jaya Thakur, seeks the immediate implementation of the 33% quota without waiting for the next census and subsequent delimitation exercise Given that the next census is projected to occur no earlier than 2027, the law’s actual implementation is widely expected to be delayed until the 2029 general elections or even later. Representational image The Supreme Court of India on Monday issued a notice to the Union government, seeking a detailed response to a petition that challenges the conditional implementation of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023—the landmark women’s reservation law. The Act mandates that one-third of all seats in the Lok Sabha, state legislative assemblies, and the Delhi Assembly be reserved for women. The plea, filed by Congress leader Dr Jaya Thakur, specifically seeks the immediate implementation of the 33% quota without waiting for the next census and subsequent delimitation exercise. The petitioner argues that tying the reservation to these lengthy future processes acts as an indefinite “clog” that undermines the law’s objective …

Maharashtra’s Mahalaxmi, Jyotiba temples implement dress code to ‘preserve sanctity’

Maharashtra’s Mahalaxmi, Jyotiba temples implement dress code to ‘preserve sanctity’

People take part in ‘Jyotiba Yatra’ at Jyotiba Temple, in Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. | Photo Credit: PTI The temple committee of Maharashtra’s renowned Karveer Nivasini Mahalaxmi and Dakshinacha Raja Jyotiba temples in Kolhapur announced the implementation of a new dress code, effective Wednesday (May 14, 2025). The decision, made by the Paschim Maharashtra Devasthan Management Committee, aims to uphold the sanctity, purity, and tradition of these revered temples. A notification issued by the committee outlines the dress code, mandating that devotees wear traditional and modest attire, including sarees, salwar-kameez, dhotar, and pajama-kurta. The committee has also stated that entry will be denied to individuals wearing revealing clothing, urging all devotees to comply with these guidelines. Shivraj Naik, the Secretary of the temple committee, emphasized the importance of modest dressing. “Devotees should avoid wearing revealing clothes and, if possible, choose traditional outfits when visiting the temple. The guidelines have been issued to ensure that devotees dress modestly and respect the sanctity of the temple,” Mr. Naik said. This move follows similar measures recently introduced at the …