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.
Prostate cancer is the leading cancer in UK men. Androgen deprivation therapy, a key treatment, causes severe sleep disturbances affecting recovery. Learn about the research gap and solutions.
Medanta - The Medicity in Gurgaon unveils a new Varian EDGE radiation therapy system. It delivers precise treatment in under a minute, enhancing safety for brain, breast, and lung cancers. Discover the future of oncology.
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.
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.
Young Indians are using terms like 'lore drop' and 'avoidant attachment' in therapy, reshaping mental health conversations. Discover the challenges and opportunities this presents.
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.
The Chetna Training Centre in Varanasi celebrated its 29th anniversary. A new Resource Room for speech & occupational therapy was inaugurated, highlighting a commitment to special needs education.
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.
The UAE approves Itvisma gene therapy for spinal muscular atrophy, becoming the world's second country to do so. This offers new hope for patients and cements the nation's leadership in advanced healthcare access.
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 UAE has approved Zolgensma gene therapy for SMA patients under 2 years, a major step in treating this genetic disorder. Learn about this life-changing decision.
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.
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.
BJP secured just 7 of 347 Zila Parishad seats in Punjab's rural elections. CM Bhagwant Mann joked about a probe after party got one vote in Satoj village. Read the full analysis.
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.
AAP wins 218 seats but fails to secure clear majority in 9 key districts, forcing reliance on allies & independents. Analysis of Punjab's rural poll results and political implications.
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.
BJP's first independent foray into Ludhiana's rural local body elections yields just 3 panchayat samiti seats, raising strategic questions for the 2027 Punjab assembly polls. Leaders admit to weak rural base.
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.
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.
The Aam Aadmi Party dominates Punjab's rural body elections, securing victory in 201 of 317 declared Zila Parishad zones. Read the full analysis of this political shift.
Children feel complex emotions but lack the vocabulary to express them. Therapy provides a safe, non-judgmental space to navigate stress, school pressure, and digital overload. Learn the warning signs and how parents can help.
Sales of cardiovascular drugs in Gujarat grew 11% to Rs 1,731 crore, driven by a major shift from acute to preventive, combination-based therapies. Experts explain the new treatment paradigm.
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.
Despite challenges, the Shiromani Akali Dal has made a significant impact in Punjab's panchayat polls, winning key seats and signaling a political resurgence. Read the full analysis.