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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. Physiology or Medicine Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell, and Shimon Sakaguchi. Karolinska Institutet. Discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance. Literature László Krasznahorkai. Swedish Academy. Compelling and visionary oeuvre that reaffirms the power of art amid apocalyptic terror. Peace María Corina Machado. Norwegian Nobel…

16 May, 2026 Polity quick facts

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 Affairs. Shri P Narayanan Distinguished educator in Literature and Education. Padma Bhushan Awardees Category Awardees Entertainment & Art Alka Yagnik, Mammootty, Piyush Pandey (Posthumous), and Shatavadhani R Ganesh. Business & Industry Banking veteran Uday Kotak. Sports Tennis…

18 May, 2026 Polity quick facts

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 regulation on land purchases involving non-residents. Agricultural Land Protection Restricts non-residents from purchasing agricultural land in sensitive and hilly areas. Local Rights Protection Aims to safeguard the land rights and socio-economic interests of local citizens. Resource Conservation Intended to prevent…

06 May, 2026 Statutory topics

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. Nepal, Bhutan & Tibet Citizens Citizens of Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet can register marriages using a certificate issued by the Foreigners Registration Officer (FRO). Aadhaar Relaxation Marriage registration can now be completed even without an Aadhaar card. Digital Documentation Foreign citizens…

20 May, 2026 Statutory topics

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 Mandatory Travel Documents Foreigners entering or departing from India must possess a valid visa along with a passport or other valid travel documents. Bureau of Immigration Establishes a new Bureau of Immigration to oversee visa issuance, entry, transit, stay, and…

12 April, 2026 Statutory topics

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 unless exempted by the Act or special government orders. Entry Points Entry and exit are allowed only through notified immigration posts such as airports, seaports, land borders, and rail posts. Restriction…

10 April, 2026 Statutory topics

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-sheeted for an offence carrying a 7+ year penalty, regardless of whether the crime occurred in India or abroad. National Interest Registration is liable for cancellation for showing disaffection toward the Constitution…

08 April, 2026 Statutory topics

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 The CEC can be removed only on two specific grounds: Proved misbehaviour Incapacity Procedural Requirements The actual process follows the procedure laid down in the Judges (Inquiry) Act,…

08 April, 2026 Polity quick facts

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