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.
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.
Residents of Arakot village in Uttarkashi face a healthcare crisis due to a non-functional primary health centre. Forced to travel to Himachal Pradesh for treatment, they highlighted the issue at a camp where 133 complaints were submitted. Read more.
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
Barwan Kalan village in Bihar's Kaimur district is listed on a central tourism portal for its 'bachelor' status, exposing a severe lack of basic amenities. Locals and leaders react.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
West Bengal govt launches massive 9,000+ km rural road project. CM Mamata Banerjee to inaugurate centrally. Details on transparency, funding, and district-level plans here.
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.
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.
Rajasthan government signs agreements worth Rs 100 crore with CSR partners to strengthen rural infrastructure and water conservation under MJSA 2.0. Learn how this boosts village self-reliance.
Non-profit OSAAT launches two major infrastructure projects worth Rs 2.5 crore in Dakshina Kannada government schools, benefiting over 1,200 students with modern classrooms and facilities.
Nagpur's Wanadongri area experiences rapid urban expansion but suffers from neglected roads and civic amenities. Residents blame corruption and rural mindset for infrastructure gaps.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces massive 44,920km road construction programme with 5-year maintenance clause. Project to be completed by next year using state funds.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces state's biggest-ever road project covering 44,920 km with ₹16,209 crore investment. Villages to certify quality before payment release. Read details.
Cricket legend Harbhajan Singh inaugurates new sports stadium in Nangli Kalan village, promoting rural sports development and community fitness initiatives in Amritsar district.
India's infrastructure sector delivers stellar 82.8% returns over 3 years, more than double Nifty 50's performance. Discover why experts predict a multi-year infra super-cycle and investment opportunities.
India's rural economy outperforms with 5% agricultural growth, driving mutual fund houses to launch rural-focused schemes. Discover how digital platforms are transforming investment patterns beyond top cities.
Sunder Singh Thakur, MLA from Kullu, lays foundation for vital health center and community development projects in Bajeena village, boosting rural infrastructure.
Pratham Chetan Dand from Bhavnagar clinched the National Rural IT Quiz 2025 title at Bengaluru Tech Summit, winning Rs 1 lakh prize. Discover how Gujarat's STI initiatives are creating tech champions.
Reliance Infrastructure establishes Board of Management to enhance corporate governance and operational efficiency. Key leadership appointments announced for strategic oversight.
Community volunteers construct 8-kilometer road in Punjab's Gurdaspur district ahead of Guru Tegh Bahadur's 400th birth anniversary. A remarkable example of self-reliance and community service.
Nifty Rural Index revenue growth plunges to 2.8% as farm income pressure and credit slump hit demand. Auto, FMCG show resilience amid uneven recovery. Key analysis for investors.