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Nobel Prize 2025

Nobel Prize 2025 Nobel Prize Winners 2025 Category Winner(s) Awarded By For Physics John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret, and John M. Martinis. Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. Discovery of macroscopic quantum mechanical tunnelling and energy quantisation in an electric circuit. Chemistry Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M. Yaghi. Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. Development of metal-organic frameworks.

16 May, 2026 Polity quick facts
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Padma Awards 2026

Padma Awards 2026 Padma Vibhushan Awardees Awardee Field / Contribution Shri Dharmendra Singh Deol Legendary Bollywood icon in the field of Art; awarded posthumously. Ms. N Rajam Renowned Hindustani classical violinist in the field of Art. Shri V S Achuthanandhan Veteran political leader from Kerala in Public Affairs; awarded posthumously. Shri K T Thomas Former Supreme Court Judge in the field of Public

18 May, 2026 Polity quick facts
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Bhoo Kanoon (Land Law Amendment Bill)

Bhoo Kanoon (Land Law Amendment Bill) Recently, the Uttarakhand Cabinet approved the Bhoo Kanoon (Land Law Amendment Bill) to regulate land transactions involving non-residents. The amendment seeks to protect the state’s natural resources, local culture, and the land rights of residents in ecologically sensitive and hilly regions. Key Provisions of the Amendment Provision Details Regulation of Land Transactions Introduces stricter regul

06 May, 2026 Statutory topics
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Uttarakhand:Amendment to Marriage Rules for Foreigners

Amendment to Marriage Rules for Foreigners On 13th October 2025, the Uttarakhand government approved a major amendment to the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The amendment simplifies marriage registration procedures for foreign nationals, particularly citizens of Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet. Key Amendments Provision Details UCC Amendment The Uttarakhand government amended provisions related to marriage registration under the Uniform Civil Code.

20 May, 2026 Statutory topics
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Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025

Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025 On 4 April 2025, the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 received Presidential assent. The Act repeals four existing laws and modernizes India’s immigration framework. Area Details Repealed Laws 1. The Foreigners Act, 1946 2. The Registration of Foreigners Act, 1939 3. The Passport (Entry into India) Act, 1920 4. The Immigration (Carriers’ Liability) Act, 2000

12 April, 2026 Statutory topics
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Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025

Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025 On 1st September 2025, the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025 came into effect. The Act replaces four older laws: the Passport (Entry into India) Act, 1920; Registration of Foreigners Act, 1939; Foreigners Act, 1946; and Immigration (Carriers’ Liability) Act, 2000. Key Provision Details Valid Document All entrants must carry a valid passport or travel document and, in the case of foreigners, a valid visa u

10 April, 2026 Statutory topics
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New Rules for OCI Registration and Cancellation

New Rules for OCI Registration and Cancellation The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has notified stricter regulations for Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cards to enhance national security and legal accountability. These rules refine the grounds for registration and revocation under the Citizenship Act, 1955. Key Change Details Criminal Accountability OCI status can now be cancelled if a holder is sentenced to 2+ years of imprisonment or is charge-she

08 April, 2026 Statutory topics
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The Removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC)

The Removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) The Opposition is preparing to move a motion seeking the removal of Gyanesh Kumar, the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of the Election Commission of India, alleging biased conduct. According to Article 324(5) of the Constitution of India, the CEC cannot be removed from office except in a manner and on grounds identical to those of a Supreme Court Judge. Component Details Grounds for Removal Th