The Bhajan Lal government in Rajasthan is set to table a Uniform Civil Code Bill, with its decision to exclude tribal communities from its ambit triggering a new debate, particularly in south Rajasthan.
The Portuguese political party Chega has proposed an amendment to the Civil Code that would limit compensation for aggressors who are injured during acts of legitimate self-defense, preventing them from claiming damages.
The Supreme Court in Poland is set to decide whether communal companies can collect fees for stormwater drainage based on civil code, even after a municipal price list has been invalidated by a court.
The Madhya Pradesh cabinet has approved the Uniform Civil Code Bill, introducing new rules on marriage, inheritance, and live-in relationships, with up to five-year jail terms for married persons in live-in relationships and exemptions for Scheduled Tribes.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has strongly supported the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and plans to introduce a UCC Bill during the upcoming monsoon session, following a committee's recommendation.
The BJP is reportedly pursuing a calculated strategy to implement the Uniform Civil Code in Uttar Pradesh, aiming to establish a single, secular set of personal laws for all citizens. This initiative would govern marriage, divorce, and inheritance regardless of religion.
The BJP government in West Bengal is preparing to introduce a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the state assembly, following similar legislative efforts in other BJP-ruled states.
The Chhattisgarh government has taken a significant step towards implementing a Uniform Civil Code by forming a panel to draft the necessary legislation.
Türkiye's Constitutional Court annulled a provision in the Civil Code that allowed indefinite alimony payments after divorce, paving the way for new legal frameworks regarding alimony.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has announced the state's commitment to implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and will form a committee to gather public feedback from all communities, following the lead of other BJP-ruled states.
Students in Assam have shared varied opinions on the state's Uniform Civil Code, with many welcoming the ban on polygamy but others expressing concerns that regulations on live-in relationships could infringe on personal freedom.
Assam's Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill requires registration for live-in relationships, bans polygamy, and mandates marriage and divorce registration, while explicitly excluding tribal communities from its provisions.
Assam's proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill includes provisions for live-in relationship rules, mandatory marriage registration, and a ban on polygamy.
Japan is considering an amendment to its Civil Code that would allow shared parenting for the first time, potentially ending the practice of sole custody after divorce.
Upon being sworn in again, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that implementing the Uniform Civil Code in the state would be his first order of business.
Slovakia is entering an era of significant legislative changes with a new Civil Code proposal that will impact daily life and business, altering laws related to inheritance, divorce, and contracts.
The Slovak government has approved a new Civil Code, which aims to ensure uniformity and clarity within the country's legal system. This significant legislative change is expected to streamline legal processes.
Slovak Justice Minister Boris Susko plans to present a new Civil Code to the government at Wednesday's meeting, which has passed two key councils without comments and introduces significant changes for the business environment.
The high-pitched campaign for the first phase of the West Bengal assembly elections came to an end on Tuesday as issues ranging from food habits, cross-border infiltration and a uniform civil code to…
The Indian Supreme Court issued several rulings, including affirming that citizens cannot be forced to vote and clarifying voting eligibility for Bengal polls. The court also stated that the Uniform Civil Code is a constitutional ambition unrelated to religion.
The debate surrounding the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has re-emerged in Indian states heading for elections, prompting discussions about historical perspectives, including those of Ambedkar in the Constituent Assembly.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has stated that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) is dangerous and would lead to people losing their right to practice their own faith, intensifying the debate in India.
An article explains the Bharatiya Janata Party's long-standing ideological persistence in advocating for a Uniform Civil Code in India, a policy that has faced challenges in implementation.
The BJP's manifesto for Bengal champions Hindutva and national security, promising a crackdown on infiltrators and the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code, while also targeting women and youth with welfare schemes.
A guide explains that under the Civil Code of the Philippines, the principle of solutio indebiti legally obliges a recipient to return money sent to them by mistake.
The Indian state of Madhya Pradesh has initiated the process to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) by the end of the year, a contentious issue concerning common laws for personal matters like marriage and inheritance.
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah stated that the BJP would implement a Uniform Civil Code and rid Assam of "infiltrators" if re-elected for another five years.
A Muslim organization in Gujarat is planning protests and a legal fight against the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill recently passed by the state Assembly.
Gujarat has passed its Uniform Civil Code Bill, making it the second Indian state, after Uttarakhand, to adopt a unified law for marriage, divorce, and inheritance, a move hailed as historic by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
Slovakia's new Civil Code is set to redefine landlord-tenant relationships, introducing changes such as preventing landlords from banning pets and new protections against non-payers.
Protests have erupted outside Ahmedabad's Jama Masjid, leading to detentions, as opposition continues against Gujarat's proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, which critics have called a 'cut-copy-paste' effort lacking genuine reform.
Maharashtra Legislative Council Deputy Chairperson Neelam Gorhe has directed the state government to submit a report on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) within a month, following a demand from a BJP legislator.
The Delhi High Court has sought responses from Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia regarding the Enforcement Directorate's plea to expunge remarks made in a trial court order that discharged all 23 accused in the CBI's excise policy case.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed confidence that the BJP will form the government in Uttarakhand again in 2027, highlighting the party's focus on development, job creation, and the Uniform Civil Code.
Author Taslima Nasreen has voiced her strong support for the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India. She emphasized that equal laws for everyone are much needed in any civilized country.
The Indian state of Madhya Pradesh has approved a Uniform Civil Code Bill, which includes provisions for monogamy and equal inheritance rights, described by the Chief Minister as a landmark decision for equal rights.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav stated that only those with a single marriage would have the 'legal right' to reside in the state, as he advocated for the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill.
The Madhya Pradesh government has decided to table the draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill at a special cabinet meeting on July 19, following the submission of the final report by the high-level drafting committee.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that his government has formed a committee, led by a retired Supreme Court judge, to draft legislation for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The state plans to introduce a UCC bill during the upcoming winter session of the legislature.
The Greek Consumers' Workers Union (EEKE) issued a statement reminding tenants of their rights under the Civil Code when landlords fail to repair damages, emphasizing the landlord's obligation to provide habitable and safe property.
The BJP has formed a panel to assist with the rollout of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) with an August timeline, while Bengal has also established a committee under a retired Supreme Court judge to review a draft Bill. These actions signal progress towards implementing the UCC in India.
Samik Bhattacharya of the BJP government has stated that the upcoming Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill will not apply to Scheduled Tribes, as the government prepares to table the legislation.
The BJP government in Bengal is set to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the state assembly next week. This will be the first bill tabled by the BJP government during this Assembly session.
Maharashtra and Rajasthan have both constituted panels to prepare draft legislation for a Uniform Civil Code. These committees, led by retired judges, aim to develop a common set of laws for personal matters across all communities.
The Slovak National Party (SNS) has announced objections to the proposed new Civil Code, with Andrej Danko highlighting concerns regarding inheritance and rentals, anticipating tough negotiations in parliament.
Jerzy Bieluk argues that ownership issues should be comprehensively regulated within the law on succession management for individual enterprises, rather than in the civil code, emphasizing the distinction between entrepreneurial and judicial decisions.
Assam's proposed Uniform Civil Code bill has triggered a debate and drawn mixed reactions from various political and minority groups across communities.
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The Assam assembly has passed a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, which includes a ban on polygamy and new rules for registering live-in relationships. The opposition voiced concerns, stating the law was unnecessary.
Assam has tabled a Uniform Civil Code bill in its assembly, aiming to become the fourth Indian state with such legislation. The proposed bill notably makes the registration of live-in relationships compulsory.
The Assam government has tabled a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill in the state assembly, making it the third BJP-ruled state to do so. Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured tribal communities that the UCC would not impact their rights, urging them not to fear the legislation.
A Polish article discusses whether it is always possible to claim compensation for unlawful termination of an employment contract under the civil code, noting that recognizing a termination as unlawful does not automatically grant the right to compensation.
The Assam cabinet has given its approval to a draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill during its first post-election meeting. The proposed legislation is scheduled to be tabled in the state Assembly on May 26.
Slovakia's Freedom and Solidarity (SaS) party has sharply criticized the government for its rapid approval of the Civil Code, with a former Justice Minister also condemning other justice laws passed concurrently.
The government of Chhattisgarh, India, will appoint former Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai to lead a panel on the Uniform Civil Code, aiming to address inequality from multiple personal laws.
During an election campaign event in Birbhum, Amit Shah attacked the TMC, urging voters to 'answer bomb with ballot' and promising the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code and the 7th Pay Commission.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi intensified the BJP's campaign in West Bengal, challenging the TMC's 'khela hobe' slogan and promising to implement the Uniform Civil Code to end appeasement politics, while also addressing a rally in Murshidabad on ending TMC's policies.
The BJP unveiled its manifesto for the West Bengal elections, promising a Uniform Civil Code, a monthly honorarium of ₹3,000 for women, and 10 million new jobs, amidst counterclaims from the TMC.
India's ruling BJP party, through Amit Shah, has pledged to implement a Uniform Civil Code within six months, aiming to establish a common set of personal laws for all citizens regardless of religion.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and joint polls are a mission for the BJP, reporting constructive progress in discussions. He made these remarks on the occasion of the BJP's foundation day.
A governor in India is being urged to withhold assent on a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) enactment due to doubts about its consistency with central laws. This highlights a significant legal and political debate.
The BJP's Assam poll manifesto outlines promises for deportations, evictions, and the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) from which tribals will be excluded, according to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
This article explores the concept of due diligence in business under Polish law, examining how Article 355 of the Civil Code and rulings from the Supreme Court and Supreme Administrative Court define debtor diligence, professional conduct, and liability for negligence.
Montenegro's Ministry of Justice is preparing a new Civil Code that will regulate general rules of civil law, family and obligation relations, and inheritance.
On March 21, 1804, the French Legislative Body approved the civil code, widely known as the Napoleonic Code, a progressive document for its time that influenced similar laws globally.
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The Gujarat government has introduced a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill in the state assembly, aiming to establish a common legal framework for marriage, divorce, and succession for all residents, and notably making live-in relationship registration mandatory, with exemptions for Scheduled Tribes.
A report on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Gujarat highlights the importance of equal rights, protection for women, and respect for geographical and cultural diversity.
Discussions around the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India recall B.R. Ambedkar's support for it, albeit with a rider that it could initially be voluntary.
The Supreme Court has indicated that it would be better to await the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) rather than striking down inheritance provisions of the 1937 Shariat Act, warning that removing the law could create a vacuum in the Muslim inheritance framework.
Starting March 1, new amendments to the Civil Code will make mediation mandatory for commercial disputes related to the construction process in Poland, aiming for faster conflict resolution.
The Romanian Senate has passed a legislative proposal to amend the Civil Code, allowing individuals to retain their married name after divorce without requiring the consent of their former spouse.
Following the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), the Bengal government is reportedly planning new laws against conversion and land sales, according to Suvendu Adhikari.
Forty years ago, on July 17, 1986, the Indian Prime Minister announced that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill was ready, marking a significant moment in India's legislative history.
The Bengal government has formed a nine-member high-level committee to examine the draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill. The legislation may potentially be tabled in August.
Former MLA and AIUDF leader Rafiqul Islam announced the party's memorandum, primarily demanding the repeal of the Uniform Civil Code law recently passed by the Assam Assembly.
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A BBC investigation found that Instagram was running ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India, leading the Indian government to summon Meta officials. Meta acknowledged the issue as a 'horrific crime' and is meeting with government officials.
CM Adhikari announced that former Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai will lead a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) panel in West Bengal, with a draft bill to be placed before the state cabinet on July 2.
Bengal is set to table new bills next week concerning 'anti-social activity' and the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Adhikari stated that laws against 'love jihad' would also be introduced, along with the UCC, in the House soon.
A committee working on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) draft for Madhya Pradesh indicated that the draft is likely to be ready by early July, though some issues still remain.
An Islamic body in Assam has voiced opposition to the Uniform Civil Code Bill, arguing that its passage in the Legislative Assembly was based on numerical strength rather than broad public consensus.
The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, India, reaffirmed commitment to implementing a Uniform Civil Code and launched a website for public suggestions, despite challenges posed by tribal customs.
Meghalaya is now reviewing the potential implications of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) for tribal states in the Northeast, following the Assam Assembly's recent passage of its own UCC Bill.
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Assam's legislative assembly has passed a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill, which Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated is rooted in RSS and BJP ideology. The opposition has raised concerns, particularly regarding the bill's exemption for tribal communities.
Muslim groups in Assam are seeking discussions with the state government regarding the proposed Uniform Civil Code. Chief Minister Himanta Sarma stated that the code would ensure safety for minority women.
The Assam assembly has introduced a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill that aims to ban polygamy and mandate the registration of live-in relationships, while exempting tribal communities from its provisions.
An amendment to Japan's Civil Code is expected to allow shared parenting for the first time, potentially ending the practice of sole custody after divorce.
A new draft Civil Code in Ukraine is expected to trigger major human rights debates, with Speaker Stefanchuk specifically denying that the proposed legislation restricts LGBT rights.
The Slovak government has approved new apartment rental rules, dropping controversial provisions from the new Civil Code regarding mandatory pet allowances and interest on deposits, while allowing landlords to terminate indefinite leases without reason with a six-month notice.
The BJP's election victory under Prime Minister Modi is expected to accelerate reforms towards a Uniform Civil Code and boost infrastructure development in India.
The Indian state of Madhya Pradesh is fast-tracking its push for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), having established a high-level panel. This committee is tasked with preparing a draft bill within the next six months.
India's top court has described the Uniform Civil Code as a "constitutional ambition" while hearing a plea related to Shariat law. The court has asked a lawyer to ensure that aggrieved Muslim women are part of the proceedings.
The Chhattisgarh cabinet has established a committee tasked with drafting a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) aimed at simplifying laws and promoting religious equality within the state.
The Uniform Civil Code has emerged as a major point of contention between the TMC and BJP in West Bengal, with Mamata Banerjee also accusing the BJP of attempting to invalidate her candidature.
The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has become a key issue in Bengal, with Prime Minister Modi vowing its rollout and Mamata Banerjee promising to revoke it if implemented.
The BJP outlines its political roadmap for Bengal, highlighting key strategies including the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code and welfare initiatives targeting women voters.
The French Senate has voted to eliminate the concept of "conjugal obligation," understood as the obligation to have sexual relations within marriage, from the Civil Code, a concept still invoked by some judges in divorce proceedings.
Japan is implementing a new subsidy system to cover the costs of seizing salaries and assets for child support, aligning with the recently revised Civil Code.
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The BJP has released its 'Sankalp Patra' for the Assam assembly polls, outlining 31 commitments including a ₹5 lakh crore investment to make Assam an economic hub, strengthening law and order, protecting indigenous rights, and promising to introduce a Uniform Civil Code and end "Love Jihad."
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced during an election campaign in Nalbari that the BJP would implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Assam and ban 'four marriages' if elected.
The opposition will be provided sufficient time and opportunity to discuss the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the legislative house on March 24, indicating an upcoming debate on the controversial legislation.
The proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in Gujarat, India, has been criticized as a "cut-copy-paste" effort that misses opportunities for genuine reform.
The Supreme Court criticized authors of a withdrawn Class 8 textbook chapter for misrepresenting the judiciary, barring their future involvement and directing the Centre, states, and universities to dissociate from the team that drafted the controversial NCERT textbook chapter on judicial…
The Indian Supreme Court has commented on the necessity of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) while hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking equal inheritance rights for Muslim women.
Four years into Russia’s war on Ukraine, women-led organisations are sustaining the humanitarian response while defending equality in Civil Code reform, writes Iryna Koval.