TTD to recruit for AEE and civil Assistant Surgeon posts, details here
TTD will recruit candidates for AEE and civil Assistant Surgeon posts. Check details here. Key Points
Hindustan TimesHigh number of engineers getting selected in civil services, review selection process, recommends Parliame
A parliamentary panel has advised a review of civil Services Exam recruitment procedures due to concerns over a higher number of engineers being selected as civil servants. The standing committee voiced worries that the country is losing exceptional engineers and doctors due to this trend. Data shows the percentage of candidates with engineering backgrounds has surged from 46% in 2011 to 65% in 2020. Key Points
Economic TimesAkhilesh Yadav ally backs Uniform civil Code, wants 'one law for all'
Suheldev Bhartiya Samaj Party chief Om Prakash Rajbhar expressed his support for a Uniform civil Code in the country. Meanwhile, the Centre could table a bill implementing UCC during the upcoming monsoon session of Parliament. Key Points
India TodayUPSC contemplates criminal action against two candidates for claiming selection in civil services
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) considers criminal action against two candidates for falsely claiming selection in civil services. Follow the latest UPSC updates on The Hindu. Key Points
The HinduUPSC civil Services Examination (CSE) 2023 registration ends today @upsc.gov.in
UPSC CSE 2023: Candidates who are yet to submit their forms can do it on upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in. | Competitive Exams Key Points
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SC support for legislation on UCC prompted by cases involving gender justice
The issue of personal law running at odds with a woman's rights tore on to the national consciousness in the Mohd Ahmed Khan Vs Shah Bano Begum (1985) case where the SC ordered that maintenance be paid to Khan's first wife Shah Bano beyond the iddat period. The SC order regretted that Article 44 remained a 'dead letter' and questioned the logic of allowing communities to usher in reforms on their own. Key Points
Economic TimesDraft of Uniform civil Code for Uttarakhand ready to be submitted to the state govt, informs panel head
The draft of the proposed Uniform civil Code for Uttarakhand is complete and will soon be submitted to the state government, according to Justice (retd) Ranjana Prakash Desai. The code aims to replace personal laws based on religion with one common law for all citizens. Key Points
mintWill receive draft this new year and plan our next action: CM Pushkar Dhami on UCC implementation
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that the government will receive the draft of the Uniform civil Code in the new year. The UCC, which proposes a common set of laws dealing with marriage, inheritance, and adoption, was promised to the people of the state in the run-up to the 2022 assembly polls in Uttarakhand. Key Points
Economic TimesUttarakhand Cabinet clears Uniform civil Code bill, to be tabled in Assembly on Tuesday
Uttarakhand Cabinet has passed the Uniform civil Code (UCC) bill during a meeting held at Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami's residence in Dehradun. The bill will now be tabled in Uttarakhand Assembly on February 6 (Tuesday). Key Points
India Todaycivil services examination process becoming tougher, says former IAS officer
The examination process of selecting candidates for the civil services, by the Union Public Service Commission is becoming increasingly tough, said former IAS officer U. Sagayam. Key Points
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UPSC civil Service Prelims Exam 2024 postponed due to General Elections, notice here
UPSC civil Service Prelims Exam 2024 has postponed due to general elections. Check notice here. | Competitive Exams Key Points
Hindustan TimesUttarakhand assembly passes UCC bill. 'A dream that is going to become reality,' says CM Dhami
The Uniform civil Code proposes similar or uniform laws for all communities. The bill contains laws relating to marriage, divorce, succession, live-in relationships & related matters. Key Points
ThePrintKCR accuses Centre of involving 'dharma gurus' in politics amid Uniform civil Code row
KCR has accused the government of involving religious leaders in politics, stating that they should focus on running religious institutions and performing rituals instead. His comments came after the Law Commission sought the opinions of religious bodies on the Uniform civil Code (UCC). Key Points
India TodayAviation ministry looks for template to restructure BCAS
Union civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced plans to restructure the Bureau of civil Aviation Security (BCAS) and increase its workforce by 400-450 individuals. The move aims to enhance the back-end infrastructure in response to the growing passenger traffic, fleet size, and number of airports in India's civil aviation sector. Key Points
Economic TimesAir fares have reduced by 60%, are likely to decline further: Jyotiraditya Scindia
The war of words between the Union civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and senior Congress leader K.C. Venugopal over a surge in airfares continued on June 12, with the former claiming that there has been considerable decrease in flight prices after the intervention of the government. Key Points
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CSE topper’s Hyderabad connection; hard work pays says the 3rd ranker
Telangana’s N. Uma Harathi secured the all India 3rd rank in the civil Services exam but the national topper Ishita Kishore too has a Hyderabad connection. Key Points
The HinduHow doctors buy their way out of trouble
Hundreds of physicians accused of wrongdoing have paid hefty civil settlements to the U.S. government to keep working and, in some cases, avoid jail time. Key Points
ReutersMuslim bodies say the Law Commission’s move inviting suggestions for Uniform civil Code is ‘against the spirit of the Constitution’
Leading Muslim bodies have come out in opposition to the proposed Uniform civil Code. Calling the Law Commission’s move to seek suggestions from all stakeholders for a common code “against the spirit of the Constitution” and “contrary to religious freedom enjoyed by all citizens”, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) urged the government to think over the proposal again. “It is an attempt at polarisation and a diversionary tactic by the government,” the Board said. Key Points
The HinduUPSC civil Services Final Result 2022 declared at upsc.gov.in, direct link here
UPSC civil Services Final Result 2022 has been declared. Candidates can check the result through the direct link given below. | Competitive Exams Key Points
Hindustan TimesGovernment asks airlines to ensure last bag arrives at baggage belt within 30 minutes
The civil aviation ministry has been actively monitoring issues of congestion at major airports. Last week, the government forced Mumbai Airport to reduce flights as the airport had given excessive slots which was causing congestion leading to a situation where aircraft are hovering above the airport for as long as 60 minutes. Key Points
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‘Yeh hai Aam Aadmi’: BJP jabs Kejriwal on RTI over work at Delhi CM's house
Responding to the application, the RTI stated, “Total expenditure incurred during the period from 2015 to 2022 is Rs. 295635074/- for civil works only.” | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesOn June 19 in history: US Senate approved civil Rights Act
On June 19, 1964, the civil Rights Act of 1964 was approved by the U.S. Senate, 73-27, after surviving a lengthy filibuster Key Points
mintUnion Ministers flag off first Delhi-Dharamshala flight
The first IndiGo airlines’ Delhi-Dharamshala-Delhi flight was flagged off on March 26, 2023 by the Union Ministers Anurag Thakur, Jyotiraditya Scindia, and General (Retd.) V.K. Singh. Key Points
The Hindu‘Every dollar invested in civil aviation…,’ Scindia hails IndiGo-Airbus deal
“Every dollar invested in civil aviation yields $3.1 in terms of new growth, as well as the employment multiplier," Union min Scindia on IndiGo-Airbus deal. Key Points
Hindustan TimesUPSC Mains Result 2023: Where, how to check civil services results
UPSC Mains Result 2023 will be announced in due course of time. Know where and how to check here. Key Points
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