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Uttarakhand Unveils Uniform Civil Code and Launches UCC Portal

Uttarakhand January28, 2025: The Uttarakhand government launched the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) on Monday, with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurating the rules manual and a dedicated portal for applications under the new regulations at the CM’s camp office in Dehradun. The Cabinet had approved the rules manual on January 20, while training for government…

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Madras High Court Dismisses Netflix India’s Plea Against Dhanush’s Copyright Claim Over Nayanthara Film

New Delhi : Even before the release of the highly anticipated documentary Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairytale on Netflix, a legal battle over copyright claims has erupted between actors Dhanush and Nayanthara. The dispute centers around Dhanush’s claims over the use of his image and likeness in the documentary, which chronicles Nayanthara’s life and career. On…

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Delhi Police Crack Case After Women’s Charred Body Found in Suitcase, Two Arrested

New Delhi : In a shocking incident, a 25-year-old woman’s charred body was discovered in a suitcase on a roadside in east Delhi. The gruesome discovery was made on the intervening night of January 25-26, 2025, near Shivaji Road, between Ambedkar Chowk and Kerala Public School. Following a PCR call reporting the sighting of the…

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AAP Faces Backlash Over Kejriwal’s ‘Poison in Yamuna’ Remark, BJP Demands Apology

New Delhi : The political row over Arvind Kejriwal’s remarks about Yamuna pollution has escalated significantly since Monday, with sharp exchanges between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Kejriwal, the former Delhi Chief Minister, accused Haryana’s BJP-led government of deliberately contaminating the Yamuna river, which is a primary source of…

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5 Dead, Dozens Injured as Stage Collapses at Religious Event in Baghpat

Baghpat : Tragedy struck the Nirvana Laddu Parv event in Uttar Pradesh’s Baghpat district as a makeshift stage collapsed on Tuesday, resulting in the death of at least five people and injuries to over 60 others, including Jain disciples and police personnel. The incident occurred during the religious event dedicated to the first Tirthankara of…

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UP Government Declares Entire Maha Kumbh Mela Area in Prayagraj a No-Vehicle Zone

Prayagraj : In a bid to ensure the smooth management of the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, the Uttar Pradesh government has officially declared the entire Mela area as a no-vehicle zone, effective immediately. This decision comes ahead of the highly anticipated Mauni Amavasya on January 29, when millions of devotees are expected to take…

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Uttarakhand Becomes First State to Enforce Uniform Civil Code

Uttarakhand : Uttarakhand has become the first state in India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), a move that aims to harmonize personal civil laws and provide equal rights to all citizens. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, in a statement, confirmed that all the necessary preparations, including approval of the rules and training of…

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Jharkhand Police Tighten Grip on Cyber Crime, Arrest Six in Jamtara

Jamtara : In a significant development against cybercrime, the Jharkhand Police have successfully arrested six cybercriminals from the Jamtara district, which has gained infamy as a hub for online fraud in India. This operation, led by Superintendent of Police Ehtesham Waqarib, reflects the police force’s commitment to curbing cybercrime and dismantling criminal networks operating from…

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Union Minister Manohar Lal inaugurates 50 projects worth ₹1,117 Crore for Telangana

New Delhi, January 24: Union Minister for Power, Housing, and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, inaugurated ₹1,117 crore worth of 50 projects for Telangana. With this, Telangana has become the first state to ensure year-round water supply. The Union Minister inaugurated and laid the foundation for 50 projects, enhancing smart mobility, water supply, sanitation, and urban…

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Fisheries Secretary reviews Cold Water Fisheries Development in Nilgiris

Chennai, January 23, 2025 –Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary (Fisheries), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, visited Nilgiris district in Tamil Nadu to assess the status of Rainbow Trout and cold-water fisheries in the region. The visit included an inspection of trout hatchery and farming facilities at Avalanches and discussions with state officials about strategies…

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