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the Expert Committee, tasked with assessing the legislative competence of the State Legislature to end polygamy, has submitted its report. The move aims to create a positive ecosystem for women’s empowerment, transcending barriers of caste, creed, or religion.
The Expert Committee, spearheaded by Justice (Retd.) Smt. Rumi Kumari Phukan as Chairperson, comprises esteemed members such as Shri Devajit Saikia, Advocate General of Assam, Shri Nalin Kohli, Senior Additional Advocate General of Assam, and Shri Nekibur Zaman, Senior Advocate of Gauhati High Court.
Assam has been at the forefront of addressing the contentious issue of polygamy, which involves the practice of having multiple spouses concurrently. The topic has been a recurring theme in the ongoing discussions surrounding the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India.
On July 13, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the government’s intent to ban polygamy promptly in the state and assured the introduction of a bill during the upcoming Assembly session. The formation of the expert committee aimed to explore the legal aspects of implementing this move, signaling the state’s commitment to progressing towards a Uniform Civil Code.
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Following the price hike of essential medicines, Assam Health Minister Keshab Mahanta informed that government pharmacies will be established in the state for the general public.
This comes after the prices of essential medicines have increased for the second time in a year.
all medicines will be available at an affordable price in these government pharmacies.
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Notably, Jatin Bora-starrer ‘Raghav’ is facing backlash for the actor’s stand on the CAA protests. Many netizens say that the CAA protests are still fresh in their minds and alleged that Jatin Bora backed out of the agitation for his own agenda.
A large section of netizens have now called for a boycott of the movie, with criticism galore on Jatin Bora cropping up on social media sites ever since the teaser of the movie was released on July 1.
Written by Jatin Bora himself, ‘Raghav’ is set to hit cinemas on October 27, 2023. The film is produced by Nabanita Sharma and features Nishita Goswami and veteran actress Mridula Baruah in lead roles.
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As Guwahati gears up to host its second successive Indian Oil Durand Cup, an evening of culture, music and thrill is all set to enthral fans at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium ahead of the opening game, a North-East derby, between Shillong Lajong FC and local side NorthEast United FC (NEUFC), on August 04, 2023.
The 2023 Durand Cup, also known as IndianOil Durand Cup due to sponsorship ties with Indian Oil Corporation, is the 132nd edition of Durand Cup, the oldest football tournament in Asia, and the second edition since it was supported by the Asian Football Confederation
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The Chief Minister of Meghalaya revealed that the state is finally set to establish its State University, marking a significant milestone after a 50-year wait. Expressing his acknowledgment of the long overdue initiative, the Chief Minister emphasized the importance of meeting public expectations while making steady progress.
The announcement of the State University’s establishment brings hope for improved higher education opportunities and access for the people of Meghalaya. As the state proceeds with this significant educational initiative, stakeholders are eagerly looking forward to witnessing the positive impact it will have on the academic landscape and the state’s overall development.
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