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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…

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Maharashtra government starts deliberations on Uniform Civil Code, announcement of committee on UCC likely next week

Maharashtra is set to frame a Uniform Civil Code, with an expert committee to be formed soon. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted its constitutional backing and alignment with equality principles. This move follows Uttarakhand's lead, with other states also considering similar reforms. While Congress seeks broad consensus, Shiv Sena welcomes…

The Economic Times

UCC bill to be passed in Bengal assembly in August: Senior functionary

West Bengal is set to become the fourth state to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) next month, following cabinet approval for a committee to scrutinise the draft bill. This bill aims to standardise marriage, divorce and inheritance laws.

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TMC to oppose UCC in Bengal: Saugata Roy says it threatens personal laws of minority communities

Trinamool Congress MP Saugata Roy has firmly opposed the Uniform Civil Code in West Bengal, asserting it infringes upon minority personal laws and religious sentiments. He accused the BJP of communalizing the issue. Roy clarified that while TMC supported the triple talaq abolition, they reject the UCC, emphasizing the importance…

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'One nation, one law is the demand across India': BJP President Samik Bhattacharya on West Bengal UCC Bill

West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya on Monday reiterated the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s commitment to implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), saying it has remained part of the party's declared agenda since its inception and enjoys support from several sections of society, including minorities.

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As BJP tables Uniform Civil Code in West Bengal, rival TMC camps brace for battle on the same side

West Bengal's Assembly is set for a political showdown as the BJP government introduces the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill. The debate will highlight a fierce rivalry within the Trinamool Congress, with two factions led by Mamata Banerjee and Ritabrata Banerjee vying to lead the opposition. Both camps, despite sharing…

The Economic Times

West Bengal to implement UCC following Gujarat, Assam model: Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the state will implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) following legal procedures, mirroring Gujarat and Assam. The BJP government plans to introduce the UCC Bill in the Assembly soon, fulfilling a pre-election promise. This significant policy initiative aligns with other BJP-ruled states that…

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Public will force even non-BJP state govts to implement Uniform Civil Code: Law Minister Arjun Meghwal

Union Law Minister Arjun Meghwal is confident that public pressure will convince opposition-ruled states to embrace the Uniform Civil Code. He pointed out that three BJP-governed states have already passed UCC legislation. Meghwal asserted the Constitution backs this initiative, addressing concerns about its impact on tribal communities and stressing that…

The Economic Times

Assam Assembly passes Uniform Civil Code Bill

Assam has passed a Uniform Civil Code Bill. This new law establishes a common legal framework for marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships. It applies to all religions, except for Scheduled Tribes. The bill aims to ban polygamy and mandate live-in relationship registration. Penalties include imprisonment for bigamy and failure…

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Lone TMC MLA walks out of Assam Assembly against 'malicious intention' of government behind UCC Bill

Sherman Ali Ahmed, the sole Trinamool Congress MLA in Assam, staged a walkout from the Assembly. He opposed certain clauses of the Uniform Civil Code Bill. Ahmed stated the proposed law has malicious intent and violates fundamental rights. He welcomed some provisions but insisted on broader discussions for others. The…

The Economic Times

UCC Bill not against any religion, seeks protection for women: NDA members tell Assam Assembly

Assam MLAs are discussing the Uniform Civil Code Bill. They state the bill aims to protect women's rights and does not target any religion. Tribal communities are exempt, preserving their traditional laws. The bill seeks to ban polygamy and mandate live-in relationship registration. Supporters believe it is a historic step…

The Economic Times

Government will work to make Assam Rs 10 lakh crore economy by 2028: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced plans to boost the state's economy to Rs 10 lakh crore by 2028. He stated the tabling of the Uniform Civil Code bill demonstrates the government's dedication to the rights of minority women. Sarma also noted the election results reflected public support for…

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Assam Assembly introduces UCC bill, third state after Uttarakhand, Gujarat

Assam has introduced its Uniform Civil Code bill in the Assembly. This move follows similar legislation passed in Uttarakhand and Gujarat. The bill aims to standardise marriage age, prohibit polygamy, ensure equal property rights for daughters, and regulate live-in relationships. Scheduled Tribes will be exempt from its provisions.

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Amit Shah says UCC will not affect tribals, urges community not to fall for 'conspiracies'

Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured tribal communities that the Uniform Civil Code will not impact their traditions or customs, urging them to disregard misinformation. He highlighted BJP-ruled states' provisions exempting tribals and emphasized the government's commitment to their welfare, citing increased budgets and the election of a tribal President.

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The Independent UK

BBC Sport has no plans to use Michael Johnson on athletics coverage this year after Grand Slam Track disaster

Johnson, a regular studio analyst on the BBC’s athletics programmes, is facing legal action from creditors following the collapse of his Grand Slam Track venture

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Michael Johnson accused of ‘secretly’ paying himself $500,000 as Grand Slam Track collapsed

A group of unsecured creditors are taking legal action against the athlete’s disastrous Grand Slam Track project

The Guardian - US

A Mississippi mother couldn’t find accurate sex ed for her kids. So she started a class at church

As states scale back requirements for comprehensive sex ed, some parents and faith communities are stepping in to teach what schools won’t

TechRadar

Internet restored in Uganda but social media and messaging apps still restricted

While the internet has been restored in Uganda, access to social media and messaging platforms remains restricted. Proton VPN confirms that usage has now hit "an all-time high."

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VPN interest spikes in Uganda as the internet gets disrupted ahead of the general elections

Despite the blocked access to the public internet, people in Uganda seem to be using VPNs to stay connected. Proton VPN confirmed a 8,000% increase in signups on Tuesday, and usage keeps rising.

The Guardian - US

They sued after their medical devices failed. But billionaire bankruptcy moves could mean they get nothing

A Guardian investigation found that legal claims against private-equity-backed healthcare companies are increasingly being delayed or obstructed in bankruptcy court

Dynamite News

Uttarakhand: PIL in Nainital HC challenging constitutional validity of UCC Act

Since the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand, the UCC has been continuously challenged in the Nainital High Court. A must read on Dynamite News:

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Uttarakhand: UCC to be implemented in state today

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that the implementation of UCC will bring uniformity in all laws relating to personal civil matters that discriminate on the basis of caste, religion, gender, etc. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Uttarakhand Cabinet approves Uniform Civil Code manual

A cabinet meeting was held on Monday at the State Secretariat under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, where the cabinet approved the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) manual. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Walrus

Why Is Canada Protecting the Names of Suspected Nazis?

Ottawa won’t disclose list of alleged war criminals believed to have sheltered here after the Second World War

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