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.
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₹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
Walmart's $32/hr Fix for US Skilled Trades Shortage
Facing a severe shortage of skilled technicians, Walmart revamps training to create an in-house workforce. Learn how the retail giant is tackling the crisis and offering lucrative careers.
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.
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.
KGMU's Telemedicine CoE to Transform Rural Healthcare in UP
Uttar Pradesh establishes a Centre of Excellence for Telemedicine at KGMU to enhance eSanjeevani 2.0 services. Funded by BMGF, it will train doctors and improve remote consultations for villages. Discover how this initiative bridges the healthcare gap.
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.
Farm Labour Shortage & MGNREGA: What Data Reveals
The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day pause in rural works during peak farming seasons. We analyse if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages, examining wage data and rising female workforce participation. Read the facts.
VB-G RAM G Bill's 60-Day Farm Season Pause: Labour Shortage Debate
The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day halt to rural work during peak farming seasons. We examine data on rural wages and female LFPR to see if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages. Read the full analysis.
RBI Employees Report Shortage of Small Denomination Notes
The All India RBI Employees Association warns of a cash crunch for small notes in rural & semi-urban areas, impacting daily transactions. Read the full story and the union's demands.
HPCL LPG Shortage: 10-Day Wait in Punjab, HP, J&K
HPCL LPG cylinder shortage in North India due to Bathinda refinery shutdown. Deliveries delayed up to 10 days. Officials promise normalcy by Dec 19. Read details.
Gynaecologists removed from Kushalnagar health centre
Karnataka's new health policy mandates 30 monthly deliveries at CHCs. Kushalnagar loses its specialists, raising concerns over patient care. Read about the impact and official reasoning.
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.
HMEL-AIIMS Bathinda launch mobile healthcare for 59 villages
HMEL Guru Gobind Singh Refinery partners with AIIMS Bathinda to launch mobile medical units & telemedicine, bringing doorstep healthcare to 1.5 lakh rural residents. Discover how this initiative transforms rural healthcare access.
2,000+ Get Free Checkups at CM Health Fair
Chief Minister Health Fair provided free checkups, medicines & specialist consultations to thousands across urban & rural primary health centres. Learn about the key health initiatives.
MP Demands Ayushman Bharat Coverage Increase to Rs 7.5 Lakh
MP Dr C N Manjunath calls for raising Ayushman Bharat's annual coverage from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 7.5 lakh. He also highlights the critical shortage of doctors in rural India. 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.
US Student Loan Caps: Nurses Face $100K Limit, Doctors $200K
New US student loan rules impose a $100,000 lifetime borrowing cap for nursing students, while medical students get $200,000. Healthcare groups warn this could worsen staff shortages and inequity. Details inside.
Lahore Surgeries Stop Due to Anaesthetist Shortage
A critical shortage of anaesthetists has brought surgeries to a standstill in Lahore's major hospitals, deepening Pakistan's healthcare crisis. Read about the causes and impact.
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.
CGHS Staff Shortage: Over 2,000 Posts Vacant
CGHS dispensaries operate with massive staff shortages, impacting lakhs of govt employees. Over 2,000 allopathic & 100+ AYUSH posts lie vacant. Learn how this affects healthcare delivery.
Nagpur: 5 snake bite deaths in November spark alarm
Five lives lost to snake bites in Nagpur's rural areas last month. Poor awareness & reliance on traditional healers blamed. Experts urge immediate medical care & preventive steps.
Farm Price Deflation Threatens India's Rural Demand
Stagnant farm incomes from Kharif and a bleak winter crop outlook are squeezing rural spending, posing a risk to FMCG and durable goods sales. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
AIIMS Nagpur Treated 24 Lakh+ Patients, Faces Staff Shortage
AIIMS Nagpur reports massive patient influx with 24.12 lakh OPD & 98,414 IPD cases. Despite 99% bed occupancy, it grapples with 30% staff vacancies while expanding super-specialty services. Read more.
Healthcare Sees $21.5B Investment, 13% Growth in India
India's healthcare sector recorded $21.5 billion in transactions from FY19-25, growing at 13% annually. Discover the drivers and investor confidence behind this boom.
Rural India's HIV Progress Faces Stigma Challenge
India makes significant HIV awareness gains in rural areas, but social stigma remains major barrier to testing and treatment. Learn how health workers fight misconceptions.
AI cough screening tool shows 97% accuracy in study
Vizag researchers validate AI platform that diagnoses respiratory diseases from cough sounds with 97.27% sensitivity. Promising solution for rural healthcare screening.
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