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.
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Priest Found Dead in Malappuram Temple Pond
Sarath, a 33-year-old priest, was found dead in the pond of Moolekkavu Bhagavathi temple in Malappuram. Police have registered a case as the investigation begins. Read for details.
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.
HC directs Ernakulam Collector on Munambam land dispute
Kerala High Court clarifies its interim order, directing the Ernakulam District Collector not to permit mutation or property transfers on disputed Munambam land. Next hearing on January 14.
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.
Dileep's Passport Returned by Court After Acquittal
Ernakulam court orders return of actor Dileep's passport post-acquittal in high-profile case. Meanwhile, the survivor actress files a new police complaint over cyberattacks. Read the latest developments.
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.
Syro-Malabar Church Leaders Hold Key Vatican Meetings
Major Archbishop Mar Raphael Thattil met Pope Leo XIV, thanking him for approving new provinces and a Gulf visitation. Discussions also focused on restoring peace in Ernakulam-Angamaly. Read the full report.
Kerala govt to appeal actor Dileep's acquittal, assures survivor
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan assures survivor of support, govt to appeal trial court verdict acquitting actor Dileep in abduction and rape case. Legal action promised against viral video.
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.
Kochi Senior Loses Over Rs 2 Crore in Cyber Fraud
A 62-year-old Kochi resident lost Rs 2.14 crore in an online trading scam. The fraudsters contacted him via WhatsApp after he responded to a social media ad. Learn how to protect yourself from such cybercrimes.
Actress Assault Case Verdict Due Today in Kerala Court
After 8 long years, the verdict in the high-profile actress assault case is set for December 8 at Ernakulam Court. WCC stands in solidarity with the survivor. Details inside.
Kerala Actress Assault Case Verdict Today After 8 Years
The final verdict in the Kerala actress assault case is set for December 8. The prosecution's case details a conspiracy dating back to 2013. Read the full story.
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.
Ernakulam Engineering Placements See Marginal Decline This Year
Campus placements in Ernakulam engineering colleges witness a slight drop, especially in computer science. IT firms focus on skills, while core branches see steady demand. Details inside.
Woman Held for Collecting Ganja Tossed from Train in Kochi
Ernakulam rural police arrested a 24-year-old woman from Odisha for collecting 8 kg of ganja thrown from a moving train. Read how traffickers are adopting new methods to evade checks.
Kerala HC Calls for SIT Probe into Illegal Surrogacy Practices
Kerala High Court mandates a Special Investigation Team to probe illegal surrogacy and egg donation practices at a private ART Bank in Kochi. Read the full details of the case and the court's directives.
Kochi: 467 Cases Filed, 17 Held in Ernakulam Police Operation
Ernakulam Rural Police's 'Operation De-Weed' intensifies, registering 467 cases and arresting 17. Inspections target lodges, migrant camps. Two get 3-year jail in separate drug case. Read for details.
Grinding Stone Placed on Kochi Railway Track, Probe On
A grinding stone was found on railway tracks in Kochi's Pachalam, raising sabotage fears. The Mysuru-Kochuveli Express loco pilot spotted it at 4:50 AM. A puppy was found dead nearby. Read details.
Infrastructure Boom Reshapes Kerala's Urban Landscape
Major state and central projects are driving rapid development in Angamaly and Kottayam, boosting real estate and sparking political debate ahead of local elections. Discover the key initiatives.
Kerala HC allows Thrikkakara waste plant process to continue
Kerala High Court allows Thrikkakara municipality to proceed with PCB consent for a waste plant, overturning a stay. The case involves a 1999 land undertaking. Read the full legal details.
Kochi: 833 vehicles violate zebra crossing rules in Nov
Ernakulam's MVD cracks down on 833 vehicles for zebra crossing violations, mostly cars. Experts call for infrastructure overhaul and strict enforcement to protect pedestrians. Read more.
Vande Bharat Sold Out, Passengers Demand More Coaches
Bengaluru-Ernakulam Vande Bharat Express is fully booked 24 days before Christmas, with waiting lists overflowing. Passengers urge railways to double coaches from 8 to 16 to meet holiday demand.
Kerala's Munambam Waqf Land Protest Ends After 414 Days
After 414 days, the Munambam land protest in Kerala ends. Explore the decades-old Waqf dispute involving 600 families, court rulings, and the political battle. Get the full story.
Kochi Visa Fraud: Rs 5 Crore Lost, 25 Agents Held
Kochi police uncover major visa fraud ring shifting from healthcare to blue-collar job scams for Europe & Gulf. Over 25 agents arrested, victims lose Rs 5+ crore. Experts warn of new tactics targeting desperate youth.
Four arrested for attacking woman in Ernakulam house
Ernakulam rural police arrested four individuals for trespassing and assaulting a woman in Kalikulangara. The attack stemmed from personal enmity and debt. Read the full details of the case.
Kerala families boycott polls over housing neglect
Nearly 35 families in Paipra panchayat's S Valavu colony boycott local body elections, protesting 50 years of ignored promises for basic housing repairs. Read their story.
Ernakulam's Top Municipalities: High Revenue, Stalled Projects
Thrikkakara and Kalamassery municipalities drive Ernakulam's economy with massive revenues, yet face intense political criticism over corruption and incomplete flagship projects. Explore the details.
Kochi's St Mary's Basilica Reopens for Public Mass
Public mass returns to St Mary's Cathedral Basilica in Ernakulam after over 1,000 days. Read about the resolution, past conflicts, and the future of the uniform mass.
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