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Made provision of 30 per cent reservation for women in govt jobs: U'khand CM Dhami

Dehradun, March 21: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has described his three-year tenure as "three years of service, good governance and development" stating that various schemes that are run by his government are committed to women empowerment.

Gujarat govt extends deadline for public suggestions on Uniform Civil Code till April 15

Gandhinagar, March 19: Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Committee Chairperson, Justice Ranjana Desai, has urged the residents of Gujarat to submit their suggestions and opinions regarding the proposed UCC in the state.

Trust, mandate of Uttarakhand people made implementation of UCC possible: CM Dhami

Amroha, March 9: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday participated in a felicitation program in Amroha district, held to commemorate the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state, and attributed the achievement to the people of Devbhoomi, calling it a celebration of the Constitution's essence.

Gujarat: Uniform Civil Code Committee pays courtesy visit to CM Bhupendra Patel

Gandhinagar, March 5: The Chairman and the members of the committee formed to frame guidelines on the Uniform Civil Code for Gujarat paid a courtesy visit to Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Wednesday.

Gujarat launches online portal for public suggestions on Uniform Civil Code

Gandhinagar, March 4: A high-level committee meeting on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) was held today in Gandhinagar under the chairmanship of retired Justice Ranjana Desai.

PIL filed in Nainital High Court challenging constitutional validity of UCC Act and its rules

Dehradun, February 27: A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Nainital High Court challenging the constitutional validity of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Act in Uttarakhand and its rules.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami lauds historic Budget of Silver Jubilee Year

Dehradun, February 22: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during his address in the state assembly presented a comprehensive presentation of the government's policies and achievements, while also launching a sharp attack on the opposition's "corruption" and "failures".

Our effort is to stop violence that takes place during live-in relationships: Uttarakhand CM on UCC

Dehradun, February 21: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday underscored the state's efforts to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), highlighting its potential to curb violence in live-in relationships.

High-level committee meets to draft Uniform Civil Code in Gujarat

New Delhi, February 13: A five-member high-level committee headed by Supreme Court Judge (Retd.) Ranjana Desai convened at Gujarat Bhawan in New Delhi to discuss the drafting of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) legislation for Gujarat on Thursday.

Maha Kumbh: Uttarakhand CM Dhami takes holy dip in Triveni Sangam

Prayagraj, Feb 10: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, along with his family, took a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam on Monday during the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj.

CM Dhami attends 'Samnata Ke Saath Samrasata' program at Mahakumbh in Prayagraj

Prayagraj, February 9: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami attended 'Samnata Ke Saath Samrasata' program along with Acharya Mahamandaleshwar of Niranjani Akhara Swami Kailashanand Giri and Parmarth Niketan Chief Chidanand Saraswati on Sunday.

Uttarakhand UCC seeks to establish equality by eliminating gender-based discrimination: Expert panel member

Dehradun, February 7: Professor Surekha Dangwal, a member of the expert committee that drafted the Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and Vice Chancellor of Doon University, said that UCC not only strengthens the socio-economic security of women and children but will also fortify the institution of marriage.

UCC registration has no relation with residence certificate: Expert Committee member

Dehradun, February 7: Professor Surekha Dangwal, a member of the expert committee that drafted the Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand and the Vice Chancellor of Doon University, has clarified that the registration under UCC has nothing to do with the domicile or Permanent Residence Certificate of the state.

Uttarakhand: Triple talaq crusader Shayara Bano meets CM Dhami, expresses gratitude for implementing UCC in state

Dehradun, February 7: Shayra Bano from Kashipur who emerged as a defining persona in her legal battle against Triple Talaq and polygamy met Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and expressed gratitude for implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state.

Chorus grows for UCC in Uttar Pradesh, Minister and MPs from the state rally support

New Delhi, Feb 6: With Gujarat government forming a committee to study the modalities for drafting and implementing a law on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), many Parliamentarians from Uttar Pradesh have welcomed the move and are also rallying support for a similar legislation in their state.

Gujarat's historic UCC move: BJP cheers for equality, Oppn calls it political distraction

New Delhi, Feb 4: In a historic and bold move, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has announced the formation of a five-member committee to draft a state-level Union Civil Code (UCC). This momentous decision, touted by the state's leadership as one that will embody the "spirit of the constitution," seeks to bring about equality and unity for all citizens in Gujarat, irrespective of their religious background.

Gujarat CM announces formation of committee to examine need of UCC in state

Gandhinagar, February 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has decided to implement the Uniform Civil Code across the nation to ensure equal rights for all citizens. Aligning with this, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has announced the formation of a five-member committee to assess the necessity of a Uniform Civil Code in Gujarat, ensuring equal rights and privileges for all citizens in the state, said a statement from Gujarat CMO on Tuesday.

UCC is that feeling of Constitution that will establish harmony, equality: Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi

Gandhinagar, February 4: Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Tuesday stated that UCC is that feeling of the Constitution that will establish harmony and equality.

Special committee formed to study UCC implementation in Gujarat

Gandhinagar, Feb 4: The Gujarat government has constituted a special committee under the chairmanship of a former judge to analyse and assess the impact of UCC, official sources said.

Gujarat government form 5-member committee to prepare draft for the UCC

Gandhinagar, February 4: The Gujarat government on Tuesday announced that a 5-member committee, under the chairmanship of retired Supreme Court judge Ranjana Desai, has been constituted to prepare the draft for the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and create the law.

Religious leaders' certificate not required for UCC live-in registration: Committee member clarifies

Dehradun, January 30: Amid reports suggesting that a certificate from religious leaders is mandatory for registering live-in relationships under the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Uttarakhand, Manu Gaur, a member of the UCC Rules Committee, has clarified that this requirement applies only to cases where marriage is legally prohibited. Such relationships are explicitly listed in Schedule 01 of the Code, said a press statement.

Manu Gaur explains why population control was kept separate from UCC in Uttarakhand

New Delhi, Jan 28: Manu Gaur, a member of the committee that drafted the UCC rules, shared his insights in an exclusive interview with IANS. During this conversation, he explained why the committee did not consider making laws regarding population control as part of the UCC.

Manu Gaur explains why UCC calls for registration of live-in relationships

New Delhi, Jan 28: The implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Uttarakhand has sparked widespread discussion. Manu Gaur, a member of the committee that drafted the UCC rules, spoke to IANS about various aspects of the law and how it addresses the needs of different political parties, social issues, and legal requirements.

Congress, AAP, CPI distanced themselves from UCC Committee's suggestion process: Manu Gaur (Interview)

New Delhi, Jan 28: A day after the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Uttarakhand, committee member Manu Gaur, who was a member of the UCC rules drafting committee, on Tuesday spoke with IANS about the various aspects related to the Act.

Chhattisgarh Dy CM cites secularism, congratulates Uttarkhand on implementation of UCC

Raipur, January 28: Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma questioned giving "special provisions" to any particular religious group despite India being a secular nation and congratulating the people of Uttarakhand on the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code.

Historic moment for Uttarakhand, nation: CM Dhami declares official implementation of Uniform Civil Code

Dehradun, January 27: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday announced the official implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state, marking what he described as a historic moment for Uttarakhand and the nation.

Attempt to provide equal rights to all citizens: Uttarakhand CM Dhami after implementation of UCC

Dehradun, January 27: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami officially announced the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Uttarakhand, calling Monday a historic day not only for the state but for the entire nation. He stated that the implementation of the UCC is an attempt to provide equal rights to all citizens.

Devbhoomi Uttarakhand has made Uniform Civil Code a reality: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar

Dehradun, January 27: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday expressed happiness and said that it was an auspicious day as the state of Uttarakhand has made the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) a reality.

V-P Dhankhar slams politics over UCC, targets illegal migrants

New Delhi, Jan 27: Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday hit out at critics of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), asking how we can criticise something which is the mandate of the Indian Constitution and highlighted the security threat posed by illegal migrants.

UCC Diwas will be observed annually on January 27: Uttarakhand CM Dhami

Dehradun, January 27: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday announced that the state has officially implemented the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and that a dedicated portal for registration has been introduced. In a significant move, CM Dhami declared that January 27 will now be observed annually as UCC Diwas.

Special day for people of Uttarakhand: CM Pushkar Singh Dhami after implementation of UCC

New Delhi, January 27: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday expressed that today is a special day not only for the people of Uttarakhand but for the entire nation as the state officially implemented the Uniform Civil Code (UCC).

'Took 75 years, but UCC will be implemented in BJP-Ruled states': BJP leader Ajay Alok

New Delhi, January 27: BJP leader Ajay Alok on Monday, said that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has been part of the Constitution since its adoption, but it took 75 years to begin its implementation.

I express gratitude to people of Uttarakhand and thank PM Modi: CM Dhami on UCC implementation

Dehradun, January 27: Uttarakhand Chief Minsiter Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday expressed gratitude to the residents of the state and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state.

Uttarakhand makes history, becomes 1st state to implement Uniform Civil Code

Dehradun, January 27: Uttarakhand has made history by becoming the first state in India to implement a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) on Monday.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami launches UCC portal, credits people for implementation

Dehradun, Jan 27: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) portal and rules on Monday, marking a historic moment as Uttarakhand becomes the first state in India to implement the UCC.

UCC is not against anyone, provide uniform rights to all citizens: Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Anand Dubey

Mumbai, January 27: Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson Anand Dubey on Monday expressed his party's support for the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), calling it a "good thing" that provides uniform rights to all citizens.

Congress leader voices support for pan-India UCC roll-out, with a condition

New Delhi, Jan 27: As Uttarakhand creates history by becoming the first state to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) on Monday, the contested legislation has found support from a place, least expected. Congress leader Captain Ajay Singh Yadav on Monday voiced his support for its nation-wide implementation but after taking everyone on board.

Uttarakhand to create history by implementing UCC today

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