Dehradun: The Uttarakhand government has swung into action to implement the suggestions which Prime Minister Narendra Modi made in his speech at his public rally in Harsil. PM Modi was in Mukhaba, the winter seat of Maa Ganga, to offer his prayers at the temple. His visit is expected to promote winter tourism in the state. … Read more
Pantnagar: The Confederation of Organic Food Producers and Marketing Agencies (COII) has voiced serious concerns over a significant drop in the exports of organic products from Uttarakhand. On Tuesday, COII Chairman DS Rawat highlighted the 66% decrease in exports during a training and demonstration program for sustainable organic exports held at Pantnagar, attended by over … Read more
Dehradun: The Uttarakhand government has presented Rs 1,01, 175.33 crore for the financial year 2025-26. In its budget, the government has given special focus on accelerating infrastructure development while ensuring economic balance. The state’s finance minister Prem Chandra Agarwal presented the budget in the state assembly in Dehradun on Thursday. This is for the first … Read more
Dehradun: The recently implemented Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Uttarakhand is already showing significant effects. Enforced on January 27, the UCC has set the legal marriage age for girls at 18 years. In light of this, the State Child Development Department has taken swift action to prevent the marriage of six minor girls who were … Read more
Dehradun: Uttarakhand has become the first state in India to implement a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), aiming to simplify and standardize personal laws related to marriage, divorce, succession, and inheritance. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami launched a designated portal for UCC regulations today, on Monday afternoon, at CM residence in Dehradun. Dhami cabinet ministers, Rekha … Read more
Dehradun: Uttarakhand is set to make history as the first state in independent India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) on Monday. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that all preparations have been completed, including the approval of the rules for the Act and the training of concerned officials. UCC aims to bring about … Read more
Dehradun: In a historic move towards legal uniformity, Uttarakhand is set to become the first state in India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). This landmark legislation, which has stirred political debates and garnered national attention, will be officially rolled out on January 27, just ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s arrival in the … Read more
Dehradun: As polling is continued in Uttarakhand for local body elections today, the stakes are high for both the BJP and Congress, with both parties eyeing the 2027 Assembly elections. The BJP, riding on the recent Cabinet approval for the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), has focussed its campaign on Hindutva issues, while the Congress focuses … Read more
Dehradun: In a significant development, the Dhami cabinet has approved the rules of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) during a meeting held at the Dehradun Secretariat on Monday, 20 January. This pivotal decision paves the way for the implementation of the UCC in Uttarakhand, making it the first state in India to adopt this comprehensive … Read more
Dehradun: The new Uniform Civil Code (UCC) portal, https://ucc.uk.gov.in/, can now manage over 30,000 simultaneous user entries. The Information Technology Development Agency (ITDA) has equipped the site with advanced cybersecurity measures, ensuring it remains functional and secure even under heavy usage. The UCC website has undergone two comprehensive security audits, ensuring it meets all current … Read more
Dehradun: Uttarakhand government has undertaken an exercise to give basic training to the government employees about the use of the web portal meant for the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in the state. With the help of the basic training programme, government employees are made aware about the new law, and the use of the … Read more
Dehradun: The Uniform Civil Code may officially come into force in Uttarakhand from the Republic Day on January 26. The state machinery remains busy in simplifying the proposed rules for the people. The government may reduce the amount of penalty in the proposed rules. Expert committee has submitted the final draft of the UCC in both … Read more
Dehradun: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that Uttarakhand is set to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) from January 2025. He highlighted that all necessary preparations have been completed, making Uttarakhand the state to implement the UCC after independence. This announcement was made during a meeting of the Uttarakhand Investment and Infrastructure Development Board … Read more
Dehradun: The Uttarakhand government will seek suggestions from the local people through Sub-divisional magistrates and Tehslidar from across the state before introducing a rigorous land law in the hill state. The state government has already made it clear that the draft of the local land law will be prepared keeping in mind the requirements of local … Read more
Dehradun: With Uttarakhand entering in the silver Jubilee year of its formation as a separate state, the next 12 months are going to be very special in view of the state government’s plans to implement its big decision. All eyes would be on the implementation of Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The UCC is likely to be … Read more
Dehradun: The draft for the rules to implement Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand is now complete. Former Chief Secretary Shatrughan Singh, who chaired the drafting committee, handed over the draft to Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami at the Secretariat on Friday. CM Dhami stated that the draft has been received, and a cabinet meeting will … Read more