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New Rural Jobs Act Replaces MGNREGA, Sparks Concerns
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.
MGNREGA Averages 48 Work Days, Far Below 125-Day Promise
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.
Festive Spirit Soars in Nashik & Kolhapur on Christmas
Christmas 2024 brought joy and hope to Maharashtra as Nashik and Kolhapur celebrated with Midnight Mass, crib displays, and community gatherings. Read about the festive spirit and heartfelt messages.
10 Quotes That Define the True Spirit of Christmas
Explore the essence of Christmas through 10 timeless quotes. From Dickens to Hope, discover how the festival's message of peace and love transcends religion. Read more.
Saras Mela in Kanpur from January 4 to 6
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.
KK Aurora Fund Launched for Rare Disease Respiratory Support
Pharmed Foundation announces the KK Aurora Light of Hope Fund, a ₹5 crore initiative to provide respiratory care equipment for patients with rare diseases in India. Learn how this fund aims to save lives.
Rs 3,500 Crore Boost for UP Health Infrastructure
Uttar Pradesh government allocates Rs 3,500 crore for health infrastructure, hospital expansion, and modern equipment. Focus on rural healthcare and Ayushman Bharat implementation.
Christmas Bible Verses for Hope & Celebration in India
As Christmas arrives after a challenging year, explore powerful Bible scriptures that capture the season's joy, peace, and message of hope. Find inspiration for your celebrations.
New Job Guarantee Scheme: 125 Days Work, But Concerns Remain
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.
MNREGA Revamp: Risks to Universal Job Guarantee Promise
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.
Rural Job Scheme Now 125 Days, President Murmu Gives Assent
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.
Gujarat gets 9 roads, 12 bridges under PMGSY this year
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.
Midwives Deliver Hope in Kashmir's Isolated Villages
In Kashmir's most remote villages, traditional midwives remain crucial for childbirth despite modern hospitals. Discover their enduring role in the Valley's changing landscape.
Rs 94 Crore Released for Uttarakhand Rural Bodies
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.
₹127 Crore Released for Tamil Nadu Rural Local Bodies
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 & NABARD Launch XCITE Rural Business Incubation Centre
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.
India's Missing Middle Class: The Gender Gap in Migration
Analysis reveals how India's development path diverged from China's, with male-dominated migration hindering the creation of a stable, urban middle class. Explore the key factors.
New Bill Seeks to Replace MGNREGA, Shifts Funding to States
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.
Kakodkar: India's progress must check disparity, focus on villages
Nuclear physicist Anil Kakodkar urges India to adopt a development model that prevents inequality from widening. He highlights the role of science and village-centric solutions at the Manohar Parrikar Vidnyan Mahotsav.
Nagaland Congress Protests Against MGNREGA Repeal
Congress committees in Nagaland staged a protest in Kohima against the bill to repeal MGNREGA, calling it a lifeline for rural poor. Read about the potential impact on farmers and daily wage earners.
Regional Rural Banks Unveil New Unified Brand Logo
India's 43 Regional Rural Banks launch a common logo to strengthen their unified identity and enhance trust in rural banking. Discover the strategy behind this rebranding move.
UP Digital Libraries in 11,350 Panchayats for Exam Prep
Uttar Pradesh launches a major digital education initiative, setting up digital libraries in 11,350 gram panchayats to provide rural youth with modern study resources for competitive exams. Discover how this Rs 4 lakh per library scheme works.
Chouhan Introduces New Rural Employment Bill in Lok Sabha
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan introduces the VB-G RAM G Bill, aiming to modernize rural employment frameworks for Viksit Bharat 2047. Read the full details.
VB-G RAM G Bill: Key Changes to Rural Jobs Scheme
The proposed VB-G RAM G Bill aims to replace MGNREGA, increasing work days to 125 but shifting funding burden to states and introducing a 60-day pause for farming. Explore the key changes.
Messi Unrest Sparks Debate on CPM's Chakraborty Legacy
Recent chaos at Salt Lake stadium over Messi revives political debate on late CPM minister Subhas Chakraborty's legacy, his 2008 Maradona event controversies, and Hope '86 success. Read more.
Prayagraj Woman's Tent Business Empowers Rural Women
Sheela Devi of Prayagraj overcame adversity to build a lakhs-earning tent house business and empower dozens of rural women through self-help groups and Mission Shakti. Read her inspiring journey.
DH Toon's 'This Too Shall Pass' Offers Hope Amid Challenges
Deccan Herald's poignant cartoon, 'This Too Shall Pass,' delivers a powerful message of resilience and hope, reminding us that difficult phases are temporary. Discover its significance today.
Woman, 19, dies crossing railway line in Auraiya
A 19-year-old woman was fatally run over by a train while crossing the tracks in Auraiya's Bala ki Madaiya village. The tragic incident highlights the ongoing sanitation crisis in rural India. Read the full report.
India's Healthcare Capacity Below WHO Standards: Govt
India's Health Ministry admits the country lags behind WHO's hospital bed benchmark. Despite expansion in medical seats, doctor and nurse shortages persist nationwide. Read the full report.
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