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President Murmu gives assent to Gujarat Uniform Civil Code, state becomes second after Uttarakhand to enact UCC

Gujarat has officially enacted the Uniform Civil Code after presidential assent received in October. This new law establishes a unified legal framework for marriage, divorce, and inheritance across all religions. Residents must register marriages and live-in relationships within specified timeframes to avoid penalties. Scheduled Tribes and certain groups are exempt…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

Will 8th Pay Commission submit its report before 18-month deadline? Minister clarifies

8th Pay Commission news: The 8th Pay Commission is currently engaging with various stakeholders regarding issues related to pay and pensions. The findings are expected to be submitted within 18 months of its formation. Led by chairperson Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, this initiative aims to benefit nearly 35.77 lakh civilian…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

West Bengal govt sets up committee to examine draft Uniform Civil Code Bill

West Bengal has formed a high-level committee to examine its draft Uniform Civil Code. This committee, led by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, will review the proposed legislation. The draft bill aims to standardize personal civil laws for all residents of the state. It addresses matters of marriage, divorce, and succession…

The Economic Times · Jul 11

Uttarakhand government plans special Assembly session amid buzz over UCC Bill, quota hike

Uttarakhand govt. to call special Assembly session to pass UCC or 10% reservation for statehood agitators. Draft of UCC ready, taking into account gender equality, property rights & adoption rules. Cabinet subcommittee formed to decide on agitators' reservation demand.

The Hindu · Nov 11, 2023

Uttarakhand UCC drafting panel's tenure extended by another four months

The panel, headed by retired Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai, was constituted on May 27, 2022. It was to submit a draft UCC to the State government by the end of June this year.

The Hindu · Sep 23, 2023

How Centre plans to move ahead on Uniform Civil Code in Parliament

NEW DELHI: Ever since Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a strong pitch for the implementation of Uniform Civil Code (UCC) at a BJP function in the Madhya Pradesh capital of Bhopal on June 27, the Centre’s timing for introducing the bill in Parliament is being conjectured.

The Times of India · Jul 6, 2023

UCC draft is ready and will be submitted to the government soon, says committee

The draft of the proposed Uniform Civil Code for Uttarakhand is complete and would soon be submitted to the State government

The Hindu · Jun 30, 2023

Law Commission may be considering work on Uniform Civil Code, says Uttarakhand UCC panel head

Law Commission may be considering work on a Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand, UCC head for Uttarakhand said.

The Hindu · Jun 2, 2023

5-member committee set up to implement Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand

DEHRADUN: The Uttarakhand government on Friday constituted a five-member committee to be led by a former Supreme Court judge, Justice (retired) Ranjana Prakash Desai, to prepare a draft proposal for the implementation of Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the hill state. It will also include Justice Permod Kohli (retired), social…

The Times of India · May 28, 2022

Supreme Court declines to stay J&K delimitation report

Court, however, asks Centre to file affidavit on the exercise

The Hindu · May 13, 2022