The Indian government proposes a new law, the G RAM G Bill, to replace MGNREGA, offering a statutory guarantee of 125 days of wage employment per year for rural households. Read the full details.
Centre replaces MGNREGA with Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Bill, raising guaranteed work to 125 days but shifting 40% cost to states. Farming season pause introduced. Details inside.
Retail credit in India surged in Q3 FY25, driven by festive spending and optimism around GST rationalisation. Discover the key growth sectors and economic outlook.
Maharashtra's new MGNREGA bill proposes a 60-day halt during peak farming season to aid agriculture. The state can issue area-specific notifications. Learn the details and implications.
The MGNREGA scheme is set to be replaced by VB-G Ram G, promising more workdays, AI monitoring, and durable assets for rural India. Explore what changes and what stays for workers and farmers.
A Rajya Sabha discussion on renaming Raj Bhavans turned contentious as Dola Sen raised MGNREGA, leading the Chair to intervene and expunge remarks. Get the full details.
India's electricity consumption saw a marginal decline of 0.31% in November 2024, reaching 123.4 billion units. Experts attribute this to reduced use of cooling appliances as winter sets in. Discover the latest power demand trends and future projections.
Garhwa DC Dinesh Kumar Yadav recommends suspension of panchayat mukhiya and staff for fraudulent withdrawal of Abua Awas Yojna funds. Read about the investigation and punitive actions taken.
Mohali administration disburses Rs 7.20 lakh to 14 flood-affected families in Derabassi and Banur. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann assures comprehensive support for Punjab's flood victims.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced a central probe into MGNREGA irregularities in Punjab and confirmed the release of Rs 480 crore in flood relief. The state government disputes receiving funds.
Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan orders probe into massive MGNREGA fraud involving fake job cards and contractor manipulation in Punjab. Investigation reveals widespread corruption.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan visits Ransinh Kalan, a model Punjab village known for eco-initiatives like crop residue management and water conservation. Read about his Punjab schedule.
New research reveals heatwave action plans must incorporate electricity demand management alongside health responses. Learn how India can build climate-resilient infrastructure.
A 2024 study reveals Karnataka's MGNREGA provides only half the guaranteed work days. As funds decline, rural workers report slipping progress in the scheme's 20th year. Learn about the challenges.
A 2024 Karnataka study reveals MGNREGA provides only half the guaranteed employment days amid budget cuts. Discover how rural families face progress reversal after two decades of the scheme.
India's retail inflation plunges to 0.25%, global rice prices fall after export curbs rollback, and US flight disruptions continue. Get data-driven insights on this week's top stories.
India's luxury housing market shows signs of demand fatigue as DLF faces increased competition and slowing sales in premium segments. Discover the changing dynamics of Mumbai's real estate landscape.
Exclusive report reveals how Aadhaar eKYC requirements are blocking nearly 3.8 lakh workers from MGNREGA employment in Andhra Pradesh, causing a significant decline in rural job opportunities.
India's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki reports strong small car demand recovery with 4-5% growth in entry-level segment, signaling positive shift in consumer sentiment and rural market revival.
Central government urges states to create protected drinking water zones and utilize MGNREGA workforce for water conservation projects amid growing water scarcity concerns.
India's gold market witnesses dramatic shift as record-high prices crush jewellery demand by 26% while investment buying surges. Discover the changing patterns in world's second-largest gold consumer.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman secures Parliament approval for massive supplementary spending, with focus on rural employment and defense. Discover how this impacts fiscal deficit and economic growth.
India's gold market demonstrates remarkable resilience as third-quarter demand value surges to ₹203,240 crore despite global economic uncertainties. Discover what's driving this golden boom.
The Supreme Court delivers a stern rebuke to the central government for withholding MGNREGA funds to West Bengal, calling it a violation of fundamental rights and a victory for the state's rural poor.
West Bengal's ruling TMC and opposition Left parties unite in celebrating Supreme Court's strong rebuke to Centre over withheld MGNREGA funds. The landmark judgment exposes 'grave injustice' to millions of workers.
In a major setback for the Central Government, the Supreme Court has rejected its plea against implementing MGNREGA in West Bengal. The court questioned the Centre's 'selective release' of funds and upheld the Calcutta High Court order.
Apple reportedly cuts production of iPhone 16 series and AirPods 4 due to weaker-than-expected demand. Get insights on market trends and potential price impacts in India.
India's economic outlook brightens as RBI bulletin indicates strengthening domestic demand while downplaying concerns over US tariff impacts on growth trajectory.
Goldman Sachs analysis reveals promising stabilization in India's IT sector with improving deal pipelines, though full recovery visibility remains limited for CY26.
Indian jewellers report record-breaking Dhanteras sales with strong consumer demand for gold and silver despite high prices. Traditional buying sentiment drives festive spending across major cities.