Rijiju: MGNREGS 'Guarantee of Loot', New Act Ends Corruption
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju criticizes MGNREGS as corrupt, praises new VB-G RAM G Act for eliminating loopholes through digital monitoring during BJP workshop in Lucknow.
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MLC Nayak Defends Scheme Renaming, Slams Congress
MLC Pratap Simha Nayak clarifies renaming of job scheme to VB-G RAM G, citing MGNREGS flaws. He criticizes Congress for misinformation. BJP's Surabhi Hodigere opposes state's hate speech law as curbing free speech.
2,100 MGNREGS Staff in Punjab Await Salaries for Months
Nearly 2,100 MGNREGS staff in Punjab haven't received salaries for 3-6 months, with Rs 174 crore in worker wages also pending. Read about the crisis and political implications.
Minister Rao: BJP replaced Gandhi's name with 'Ram' in scheme
Karnataka minister Dinesh Gundu Rao accuses BJP of erasing Mahatma Gandhi's legacy by renaming MGNREGS. He claims the new VB-G RAM G Act lacks clarity and burdens states. Read more.
BJP's VB-GRAM Push in Punjab, Accuses Rivals of Misinformation
Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar launched the Viksit Bharat Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission from Fazilka, targeting corruption in MGNREGS. He claims the new scheme ensures direct benefits to laborers.
New 125-Day Rural Job Scheme Unveiled for Viksit Bharat
BJP's Dilip Saikia announces VB-G RAM G, a rural employment mission guaranteeing 125 days of work, aiming for a developed India by 2047. Details inside.
Telangana Schools: Sankranti Holidays Extended to Jan 16
Telangana School Education Department extends Pongal holidays for all schools till January 16, 2026. Get details on the official order, reason for extension, and key instructions.
Telangana ends two-child rule for panchayat polls
Telangana Assembly passes bill removing two-child norm for local body elections, adopts resolution supporting MGNREGS. Read the full story on the legislative changes.
Telangana Assembly Passes Motor Vehicles Tax Amendment Bill
Telangana govt levies road safety tax on new vehicles; funds to boost safety measures. Assembly also approves two private universities. Read key details.
Telangana bags ₹22,324 cr tourism investment for 2025
Telangana unveils ambitious Tourism Policy 2025-2030, securing over ₹22,324 crore in investments to generate 90,000 jobs. Key initiatives include international festivals and 27 special tourism zones.
509 Maoists surrender in Telangana, crime rate falls
Telangana DGP reports 509 Maoist surrenders in 2025, with a significant drop in overall crime. Cybercrime losses fell 21%, while road safety remains a concern. Read the full report.
The Forgotten History of India's Job Guarantee Schemes
Explore the deep roots of India's job guarantee schemes, from 1780s famine relief to the MGNREGS. Discover the story of Vitthal Sakharam Page and the Maharashtra EGS.
Stalin Attacks BJP, AIADMK Over Farmer Policies in Tiruvannamalai
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin accuses BJP of dismantling MGNREGS and AIADMK of complicity. He vows a third term for DMK's Dravidian Model, highlighting farmer-centric policies. Read more.
37,000 Telangana Govt Staff in Welfare Scheme Fraud
A social audit in Telangana exposes over 37,000 government employees, including senior officers, illegally benefiting from poverty schemes. Details inside.
VB-G RAM G Act to Push State Borrowings, Bond Yields Higher
India's revamped rural jobs scheme increases states' funding share, likely raising borrowings by ₹30,000-40,000 crore and pushing bond yields higher. Market experts warn of wider spreads and fiscal strain.
DMK, allies protest VBGRAMG; elderly woman dies in Coimbatore
DMK and allies protest across Tamil Nadu against MGNREGS replacement by VBGRAMG. CM Stalin, Vaiko, Thirumavalavan lead charge. An 80-year-old protester dies in Coimbatore. Read the full story.
Telangana Moves to Protect MGNREGS, Slams Centre
Telangana Minister D Anasuya announces statewide initiative to safeguard MGNREGS, accuses BJP-led Centre of weakening the rural job guarantee scheme. Rallies planned for late December.
Parliamentary Panel Meet on VB G RAM G Bill Sparks Row
A Congress MP-led committee will discuss the VB G RAM G Bill on Dec 29, comparing it to MGNREGS. BJP MPs protest, calling the move 'politicisation' as the bill awaits Presidential assent.
Thackeray: BJP Renames Old Projects, Lacks Own Development
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aditya Thackeray accuses BJP of rebranding previous govt projects as its own due to no concrete work. He criticizes Pune's governance and environmental policies. Read more.
MGNREGS Changes to Triple Financial Burden on States
The proposed VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 shifts MGNREGS funding to a 60:40 Centre-State split, tripling states' costs. UP, Andhra, Tamil Nadu to be hardest hit. Read the analysis.
Telangana's ₹1,500 Cr MGNREGS Burden Under New Funding
Proposed changes to MGNREGS, now Viksit Bharat Rozgar Mission, could cost Telangana ₹1000-1500 crore yearly. State studies implications as Centre shifts to 60:40 cost-sharing. Read more.
Punjab MGNREGS Row: BJP Hits Back at AAP Over VB-G RAM G
BJP's Sunil Jakhar questions Punjab's MGNREGS record, citing only 26 days of work this year, as political clash over VB-G RAM G Bill intensifies. Read the full story.
Kerala's Rs 2,000 Cr Burden from MGNREGS Changes
Kerala Finance Minister warns new central MGNREGS rules will cost state Rs 1,600-2,000 crore extra. Experts call for equitable financial federalism. Read more.
Punjab tops North India in MGNREGS fake job card removal
Punjab accounts for 82% of MGNREGS job cards cancelled in North India over six years. Get the full data on the nationwide drive to weed out ineligible beneficiaries.
9 New Critical Care Blocks Ready in Telangana
Telangana govt prepares to operationalise nine new Critical Care Blocks in district hospitals from January first week. This move aims to reduce referrals to Hyderabad and strengthen golden hour emergency care across the state.
Pawan Kalyan Lauds Collectors for Rural Development Works
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan commended district collectors for completing key rural projects and urged them to maintain pace in implementing all government programmes. Read about the achievements.
Kerala's Rs 2,000 Cr MGNREGS Burden After Centre's Funding Cut
Kerala Finance Minister K N Balagopal warns that new central MGNREGS changes will cost the state Rs 1,600-2,000 crore extra. Experts call for equitable financial transfers. Read more.
New Rural Job Scheme April 2026 Rollout, States Share 40% Cost
Centre aims for April 1, 2026, launch of new rural employment scheme replacing MGNREGS. States to bear 40% cost, get six months for implementation. Details inside.
TN Parties Condemn BJP's MGNREGS Rename Plan, Protest Dec 18
Tamil Nadu political parties across alliances oppose renaming MGNREGS to Viksit Bharat scheme. INDIA bloc to protest Dec 18, citing fund cuts and political vendetta. Read full details.
Revanth Reddy meets Sonia Gandhi, presents Telangana vision
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy met Congress leader Sonia Gandhi in Delhi, briefing her on the Global Summit and the state's 2047 vision document. Discover the key discussions on investments and welfare schemes.
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