Morning Digest | Centre allows Aadhaar authentication for registration for births and deaths; Manipur Governor meets Amit Shah, and more
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Manipur Governor meets Amit Shah; Kuki groups reject CM’s outreach bid
Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey met Union Home Minister Amit Shah on June 27, and informed him that after his visit to the State, “peace and normalcy has been restored to a certain extent”.
PM Modi’s pitch for Uniform Civil Code is on the same lines as Centre’s affidavit in Supreme Court
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s pitch for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in poll-bound Madhya Pradesh on June 27 mirrors a Law Ministry affidavit filed in the Supreme Court months ago, which said that “citizens belonging to different religions and denominations following different property and matrimonial laws is an affront to the nation’s unity”.
Elections to 10 Rajya Sabha seats on July 24
The Election Commission announced elections to 10 Rajya Sabha seats from three States that are falling vacant in July and August.
Putin says Russia paid $1 bn to Wagner group over last year
Trump's lawyers seek to dismiss hush money conviction, citing disruptions to presidency; prosecutors to respond by Dec. 9.
France faces political crisis as opposition aims to topple Barnier's government over budget, risking Macron's presidency.
South Korean President declares martial law, accusing opposition of anti-state activities, sparking uncertainty in governance and democracy.
U.K. PM Starmer rejects U.S. vs. Europe narrative, emphasizes cooperation with both for national interest and security.
Hamas and Fatah agree to create committee to jointly run post-war Gaza, pending Abbas's approval.
The coalition won more than 50% of the vote share in 16 of the 22 electoral districts in Sri Lanka
Nepal and China sign nine-point agreement during Prime Minister Oli's official visit, focusing on various development areas.
Oxford Word of the Year 2024, 'brain rot,' reflects concerns over mental health impact of mindless social media consumption.
Toomaj Salehi, Iranian artist, released after facing death sentence for criticizing regime, highlighting risks artists face under authoritarian regimes.
Harvey Weinstein hospitalized after alarming blood test, alleging substandard medical care at NYC jail complex.
VTB CEO Andrei Kostin predicts U.S.-Russia tensions to continue, doubts quick lifting of sanctions under Trump administration.