Shivakumar Denies CM Change Talks with Rahul Gandhi
Deputy CM DK Shivakumar clarifies his airport conversation with Rahul Gandhi focused on development and MNREGA, dismissing speculation about leadership change in Karnataka.
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Karnataka Cabinet to Debate Special Session on MNREGA
Karnataka government will hold a special cabinet meeting to consider a legislative session on the Centre's G-RAM-G Act, which replaces MNREGA, sparking protests.
Goa CM: Viksit Bharat-G RAM G to Boost Rural Jobs, Assets
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant says the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G scheme will enhance rural employment and infrastructure without undermining MNREGA, while Congress protests the new law.
Minister Defends MNREGA Renaming as VB-G RAM G
Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje explains the revision of MNREGA to VB-G RAM G after a year-long study, aiming to curb fund misuse with a 60:40 funding ratio.
Congress, NSUI Protest MGNREGA Repeal; 100+ Held in Varanasi
Congress and NSUI protest MGNREGA repeal in Varanasi; police lathi-charge, arrest over 100. MP Sharma links BJP to forces that killed Gandhi. Read the full story.
Police arrest NSUI leaders in Varanasi during MNREGA protest
NSUI leaders arrested in Varanasi as police foil march to PM's office protesting MNREGA weakening. UP Congress chief observes fast, demands rights protection.
Maurya: Congress 'Mother of Corruption', Akhilesh's PDA Fake
UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya attacks Congress for opposing VB-G RAM-G scheme, calls it 'mother of corruption'. He also ridicules Akhilesh Yadav's PDA push. Full details here.
Haryana CM Nayab Saini rallies support for G Ram G in Samrala
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini addressed a workers' rally in Samrala, promoting the revamped G Ram G scheme. He accused AAP & Congress of misinformation and compared Haryana's welfare progress with Punjab.
Punjab Computer Teachers to Protest with Black Flags on Jan 26
Punjab's computer teachers announce a black flag protest against CM Bhagwant Mann on Republic Day in Jalandhar, demanding regularisation and better pay. Read their full list of grievances.
Hooda Protests MNREGA Changes in Rohtak, Alleges BJP Attack on Poor
Ex-CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda leads massive protest in Rohtak against MNREGA changes, accusing BJP of ending the scheme. Congress vows nationwide fight. Read more.
MNREGA Repeal Sparks Karnataka Political Showdown
The Centre's plan to replace MNREGA with G-RAM-G triggers a major political clash in Karnataka. Congress plans protests & a special session, while BJP's Vijayendra leads a counter-campaign. Read the full story.
Expelled Congress MLA Mamkootathil Faces Protests in Kerala
Expelled Congress MLA Mathew Kuzhalnadan faced protests by Youth Congress workers at a hospital in Muvattupuzha, Kerala. Police intervention was required. Read the full details of the political clash.
Protester Scales Iranian Embassy in London, Replaces Flag
A dramatic protest at the Iranian Embassy in London saw a man scale the building, tear down the regime's flag, and hoist the pre-1979 Shah-era symbol. Read the full story of this bold act of defiance.
Congress starts 'MNREGA Bachao Sangram' campaign in Uttar Pradesh
Congress launches statewide 'MNREGA Bachao Sangram' campaign in UP, alleging BJP is weakening the rural job guarantee scheme. Read about the political battle over this lifeline for millions.
MP Sharma Hits Back at Congress Over VB G RAM G Act Claims
Rajya Sabha MP Kartikeya Sharma counters Congress's misinformation on the Viksit Bharat Rozgar Ajeevika Guarantee Mission Gramin Bill, highlighting higher wages and transparency for rural workers in Haryana. Read the full details.
Bajwa Slams AAP, BJP Over MGNREGA Funds in Punjab
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa attacks AAP & BJP govts for weakening MGNREGA. Demands Rs 800 crore in Punjab budget for rural jobs. Read the full story.
BJP MP Hits Out at Congress Over Rural Jobs Act Claims
Rajya Sabha MP Kartikeya Sharma accuses Congress & INDIA bloc of spreading falsehoods about the Viksit Bharat Rozgar Ajeevika Guarantee Mission Gramin Bill, 2025. He highlights higher wages & transparency for Haryana workers.
Congress Protests MNREGA Renaming, Announces Chaupals
Congress announces statewide protests in Uttarakhand against MNREGA changes, including renaming. Chaupals, fasts, and demonstrations planned from Jan 10 to Feb 15. Read more.
TMC MPs Detained Protesting ED Raids on I-PAC
Trinamool Congress MPs, including Mahua Moitra and Derek O'Brien, were detained after protesting ED raids at I-PAC offices. Mamata Banerjee accuses ED of targeting party's election strategy. Read the full story.
RJD's Tiwary Criticises Bihar Govt's Treatment of Poor
Senior RJD leader Shivanand Tiwary accuses Nitish Kumar govt of insensitivity towards the poor amid winter demolitions. He demands launch of subsidised 'Karpoori Canteens'. Read the full story.
BJP defends scrapping MNREGA, touts new VB-GRAM-G scheme
BJP spokesperson Guru Prakash Paswan defended replacing MNREGA with VB-GRAM-G, citing corruption and inefficiency. He detailed the new scheme's benefits in Gaya. Read the full analysis.
NDA Defends New Rural Job Scheme, Hits Out at Congress
NDA leaders in Patna defended the new Viksit Bharat Guarantee Act, replacing MGNREGA, citing more days of work and less corruption. They accused the Congress of opposing the scheme due to the name 'Ram'. Read more.
Maurya: G-Ram-G to End MNREGA Corruption, Create More Jobs
Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya claims G-Ram-G scheme will curb corruption, increase work days to 125, and accelerate village development. He alleges Rs 12,000 crore scam under Congress.
Anganwadi Workers Oppose Centre's New Rural Job Scheme
Anganwadi workers in Chandigarh protest the new 'Agniveer'-style rural job scheme, demanding guaranteed wages and permanent status. Read about their demands.
Yogi Adityanath Unveils VB-G-RAM-G, Targets MNREGA Corruption
UP CM Yogi Adityanath hails VB-G-RAM-G as a visionary rural employment scheme, promising 125 days of work, weekly wages, and transparency. He accuses opposition of corruption.
Congress Marches in Ranchi Against VB-G-Ram, Defends MNREGA
Jharkhand Congress leaders and workers staged a protest march in Ranchi against the Centre's VB-G-Ram scheme, calling it a dilution of MNREGA's rights-based framework. They demand its rollback.
Karnataka: BJP, Congress Leaders Clash in Two Separate Incidents
Two separate altercations involving Union Minister V Somanna, Congress leaders in Koppal, and a clash between Congress MLC & BJP MLA in Bidar rocked Karnataka politics on Monday. Details inside.
Shivraj Chouhan: Congress Launching 'Bhrashtachar Bachao Sangram'
Senior BJP leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan accuses Congress of launching a 'Bhrashtachar Bachao Sangram' to protect corrupt leaders, not an 'MNREGA Bachao' movement. Get the full political analysis.
Congress Launches MNREGA Bachao Sangram in Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh Congress appoints district coordinators to spearhead 'MNREGA Bachao Sangram' campaign, aiming to protect the rural job guarantee scheme from dilution. Read more.
Congress Protests MGNREGA Replacement with VB-G Ram G Act
Congress party announces statewide protests starting Jan 5 against the replacement of MGNREGA with VB-G Ram G Act. Party leaders call it an attack on rural employment and Gandhi's legacy.
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