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Assam UCC Bill 2026: New Personal Laws for Marriage, Divorce, and Live-in Relationships

May 26, 2026

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The Assam government introduced the Uniform Civil Code Bill 2026 in the state assembly. It proposes common rules for marriage, divorce, inheritance, and live-in relationships. Polygamy will be banned. Tribal communities are exempted. Live-in couples must register. The Bill aims for equality and gender justice.

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India First Official Freediving Team Headed to Budapest World Championship

May 26, 2026

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India will send its first official freediving team to the World Apnea Pool Championship in Budapest, Hungary, from 2 June 2026. The team has three athletes: Archana Thiagarajan, Akshay Thatte, and Vachan H U. They will represent India in this breath-hold underwater sport.

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Jaipur to Host Key BRICS Tourism Meetings in August 2026 as India Takes Charge

May 26, 2026

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India chaired the first BRICS Tourism Working Group meeting of 2026 in virtual mode. India set four priorities: AI in tourism, sustainable tourism, skill development, and seamless travel. Jaipur will host the next meetings in August 2026, including the Tourism Ministers’ Meeting.

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Bengaluru Hosts India’s First National AI Summit on Water 2026

May 26, 2026

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India’s first National AI Summit on Water 2026 will be held in Bengaluru on 27 May 2026. The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board is hosting it. The summit will focus on using artificial intelligence to manage water better, reduce leaks, and build smart systems for the future.

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Padma Awards 2026: Dharmendra, Harmanpreet Kaur Among 66 Honoured by President Murmu

May 26, 2026

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On 25 May 2026, President Droupadi Murmu gave Padma Awards to 66 people at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Late actor Dharmendra received Padma Vibhushan. Cricketer Harmanpreet Kaur got Padma Shri. The ceremony honoured art, sports, medicine, and public service.

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