Uniform Civil Code

Dhami Highlights Uttarakhand’s Milestones, Says 36,000 Jobs to Be Created by Next Year

Dhami Highlights Uttarakhand’s Milestones, Says 36,000 Jobs to Be Created by Next Year

Dehradun, November 2, 2025 — Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that over 26,000 government jobs have been created in the state over the past four years, with the figure expected to rise to at least 36,000 by next year. Speaking at a press conference marking the start of Uttarakhand’s silver jubilee celebrations, Dhami said several recruitment exams are underway and pending results will push the total number higher.The Chief Minister described the 25th anniversary of the state’s formation on November 9 as an occasion to reflect on its achievements. He highlighted key legislative milestones, including the implementation of…
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Uttarakhand Eases Live-in Relationship Rules, Adds Flexibility Under Uniform Civil Code

Uttarakhand Eases Live-in Relationship Rules, Adds Flexibility Under Uniform Civil Code

Dehradun, October 18, 2025: The Uttarakhand government has submitted a 78-page affidavit to the High Court outlining key amendments to the state’s live-in relationship regulations under the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), introducing greater “flexibility” and safeguards for citizens.Filed on October 15 before a division bench comprising Chief Justice G. Narendra and Justice Subhash Upadhyay, the affidavit—presented by Advocate General S.N. Babulkar—details several procedural and privacy-related modifications to the existing framework.According to the document, Rule 380 of the Registrar’s Office has been amended to specify conditions where a live-in relationship cannot be registered. These include cases where partners are related within…
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