India's new VB-GRAM G Act replaces the landmark MGNREGA, shifting from a rights-based job guarantee to a centrally allocated scheme. Experts warn this could depress rural wages and slow economic revival. Read the full analysis.
Government data shows MGNREGA provided an average of just 48 days of work per household over five years, far short of the promised 125 days. Explore the reasons and implications for rural employment.
Kanpur's Saras Mela, from Jan 4-6 at Moti Jheel Lawn, will showcase self-help groups' products. The fair aims to boost rural marketing and women's economic empowerment. Read details.
Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring accuses AAP of power abuse in zila parishad elections, claiming manipulated results. Details on seat counts and allegations inside.
Uttar Pradesh government allocates Rs 3,500 crore for health infrastructure, hospital expansion, and modern equipment. Focus on rural healthcare and Ayushman Bharat implementation.
A woman's body went missing from a private hospital in Ludhiana, sparking a ruckus by her family who allege negligence. Police investigation is underway.
President Murmu assents to VB-G RAM G Bill, replacing MGNREGA. While work days rise to 125, funding burden on states & a 60-day pause in peak farm season spark debate. Analysis inside.
As India's rural job scheme is relaunched, experts warn that a proposed 60-day calendar gap and shared state funding could undermine its universal promise. Read why its core principles need protection.
President Droupadi Murmu has approved the VB-G RAM G Bill, enhancing the rural job guarantee to 125 days annually. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi hails the scheme as transparent and progressive for rural development.
BJP's massive victory in 120+ Maharashtra civic bodies marks a historic rural expansion. Amit Shah's 'no crutches' vision and focused campaigning pay off, reshaping state politics ahead of 2029. Read the full analysis.
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secures a massive victory in Maharashtra's local body elections, winning 207 president posts. CM Fadnavis hails it as the biggest win in 25 years. Full results and analysis inside.
Union govt reveals 9 roads & 12 bridges constructed in Gujarat under PMGSY-III in ongoing FY. Details on districts, lengths, and status of PMGSY-IV inside. Read more.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis hails BJP's performance in local body polls, attributing success to collective effort and a development-focused campaign. Key wins noted in Nagpur, Mumbai.
Mahayuti alliance maintains a strong lead in Satara local body elections 2025. BJP wins 3 seats, Shiv Sena and NCP also perform well. Get full results and analysis.
BJP takes early lead in Maharashtra's Raigad and Palghar local body elections 2025, winning several municipal council and nagar panchayat seats. Full results and analysis here.
Results for the 2025 Maharashtra local body elections in Nanded and Latur are declared. Get the latest updates on winning parties, vote counts, and political implications for the state.
Mahayuti and MVA clash in Nagpur local body polls 2025. Results for Butibori, Ramtek, Saoner, Wanadongari, Wadi, and Mowad declared. Full analysis inside.
Maharashtra local body poll results 2025 show MVA making gains against Mahayuti alliance. Get live updates on municipal council and nagar panchayat vote counting trends.
The deferred second phase of municipal elections across Vidarbha concluded largely peacefully. Voter turnout varied across districts, with minor glitches and one clash reported. Results today will shape local political fortunes.
The Central Government has disbursed Rs 94 crore to Uttarakhand's rural local bodies for development works. This fund release is part of the 15th Finance Commission grant.
The Central Government has disbursed over ₹127 crore to Tamil Nadu's rural local bodies under the 15th Finance Commission grants. This funding aims to boost essential services and infrastructure development in villages. Read more about the allocation and
XLRI Jamshedpur, with NABARD support, launches XCITE, a rural business incubation centre to foster sustainable entrepreneurship and empower rural innovators. Discover the future of rural India.
Indian TV stars like Ashnoor Kaur, Rupali Ganguly, Rashami Desai, and Tejasswi Prakash share their powerful stories of facing body shaming and promoting self-love. Read their inspiring journeys.
Combat dry winter skin with a DIY hydrating scrub. Learn why gentle exfoliation is key, the best ingredients like sugar and oil, and a simple recipe for softer, comfortable skin. Try it now!
Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring alleges AAP manipulated the rural mandate, calling their victory 'stolen glory'. Get the full political analysis here.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann repeatedly calls Akali Dal 'dinosaurs', claiming their political extinction. SAD hits back citing rural polls gains. Full analysis of Punjab's shifting political landscape.
AAP's Arvind Kejriwal highlights 580 seats with winning margins under 100 votes in Punjab rural polls, claiming it proves no official machinery misuse. Read the full analysis of the close contests.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's repeated 'dinosaurs' taunt at Akali Dal ignites political feud. Akalis cite rural poll gains as signs of revival. Full analysis inside.
The Lok Sabha passes a bill to replace MGNREGA with a new scheme, increasing employment days but shifting wage costs to states. Critics warn of financial strain.
Shiromani Akali Dal records symbolic victories in Behbal Khurd and Sarawan villages, the epicenter of the 2015 sacrilege protests. Discover the political implications and reactions.