Punjab Protests Against MGNREGA Scrapping, New Rozgar Scheme
Massive protests across Punjab villages oppose the central government's move to replace MGNREGA with the VB-G RAM G scheme. Labour leaders demand gram sabhas reject the new law.
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12,492 SC Villages Get Basic Facilities in UP by Yogi Govt
Uttar Pradesh's Yogi Adityanath government provides basic facilities in 12,492 Scheduled Caste villages under PM Adarsh Gram Yojana, targeting holistic development by 2025-26. Read more.
Punjab Protests: Villages Reject MGNREGA Replacement Move
Punjab's labour unions stage village protests, burning govt letters, opposing VB-G-RAM-G scheme. SKM announces state-wide agitation from Dec 28. Details inside.
Congress to Counter Govt's New MGNREGA Replacement Law
The Congress party directs its workers to challenge the government's 'misinformation' on the new VB-G Ram G Act in village meetings, arguing it dismantles the demand-driven MGNREGA. Read more.
Odisha to develop 25 birthplaces of icons as heritage museums
Odisha's Baraputra Aitihya Gram Yojana will develop 25 birthplaces of freedom fighters & reformers into heritage museums with a ₹345 crore budget, boosting cultural tourism & local livelihoods.
New Rural Jobs Act Replaces MGNREGA, Sparks Concerns
India's new VB-GRAM G Act replaces the landmark MGNREGA, shifting from a rights-based job guarantee to a centrally allocated scheme. Experts warn this could depress rural wages and slow economic revival. Read the full analysis.
SIT to Probe 27,397 Fake Births in Yavatmal Village
Maharashtra govt forms SIT to investigate cyber fraud after 27,397 fake births registered in a village of 1,500. Get the latest updates on this shocking scandal.
Farm Union Rejects VB GRAMG, Calls for MGNREGA Revival
The All India Agricultural Workers Union urges members to attend special gram sabhas, reject the VB GRAMG Act 2025, and demand MGNREGA's restoration. Protests planned for Dec 29.
Jharkhand Cabinet Passes PESA Rules, Tribal Groups Celebrate
Jharkhand cabinet approves PESA rules, hailed as historic for tribal self-governance. Tribal groups march in Ranchi to thank CM Hemant Soren. Read the full story.
Venkaiah Naidu cautions against freebies, praises Vajpayee legacy
Former VP M Venkaiah Naidu warns freebies disempower people, stresses on quality education & healthcare. He recalls Atal Bihari Vajpayee's dignified politics. Read more.
Jharkhand Cabinet Approves PESA Rules 2025 for Tribal Areas
The Hemant Soren cabinet approved the Jharkhand PESA Rules 2025, granting gram sabhas in scheduled areas powers over mining, land, and resources. A landmark step for tribal self-governance.
Nagarahole Tribals Hold Historic Gram Sabhas for Forest Rights
Tribal communities in Nagarahole Tiger Reserve are holding organised gram sabhas, demanding rights under the Forest Rights Act, 2006. A major assembly is planned for Jan 2, 2026. Read more.
Punjab Dilemma: To Hold or Defy MGNREGA Gram Sabha on Dec 26?
Punjab government debates defying Centre's order for mandatory Gram Sabhas on MGNREGA revamp. State cites financial burden and plans Vidhan Sabha resolution against the scheme. Details inside.
Punjab Undecided on Centre's Mandatory Gram Sabha Order
Punjab government debates defying Centre's order for mandatory Gram Sabhas on Dec 26 to promote VB-G Ram G, the revamped MGNREGA, ahead of its special assembly session to oppose the scheme. Details inside.
Gold Price Today: Chennai Highest, Check Rates in Major Cities
Gold prices vary across Indian cities today, with Chennai leading at ₹13,931 per gram for 24K. Check the latest 22K and 18K gold rates in Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and more. Stay updated on your investment.
PMGSY 25th Anniversary: 1,216 Roads Launched in Rajasthan
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurates 1,216 PMGSY roads in Merta, marking 25 years of the rural connectivity scheme that has transformed over 15,983 villages in Rajasthan. Read more about this milestone.
Revanth Reddy Sets Congress Target for Telangana Local Body Polls
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy reviewed panchayat poll results, urged Congress to aim for a clean sweep in ZPTC/MPTC elections. He stressed countering BRS claims on water issues. Read more.
Pilot: New VB-G RAM G Scheme Undermines MGNREGA, Disempowers Panchayats
Congress leader Sachin Pilot criticizes the new VB-G RAM G scheme, arguing it centralizes MGNREGA and weakens gram panchayats. Read his full analysis of the policy's impact.
VB-GRAM G Bill Replaces MGNREGA, Guarantees 125 Days of Work
President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, replacing MGNREGA. The new law increases guaranteed employment to 125 days and changes funding patterns. Explore the key differences.
Maharashtra MGNREGA: Workers Double, Funds Up 4 Times
Maharashtra sees a massive surge in MGNREGA participation. Rural households in jobs cross 30 lakh, with central funds hitting ₹6,019 crore. Discover the scheme's new GRAM G avatar and its impact.
Gujarat gets 9 roads, 12 bridges under PMGSY this year
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.
UPSC Key: India-Oman FTA, Live-in Law, MGNREGA Repeal
Crucial updates for UPSC aspirants: India-Oman CEPA signed, Allahabad HC on live-in relationships, GRAM G Bill passes Parliament, and India-Russia logistics pact. Analysis and relevance for Prelims & Mains.
How Gold Loans Fuel Women-Led Businesses in Small Towns
Women entrepreneurs in semi-urban India are using gold loans to overcome credit barriers. Discover how this practical financing solution is driving business growth and financial independence.
Telangana Villages Boycott Polls Over Reservation Issues
Several gram panchayats in Telangana see zero nominations for sarpanch and ward member posts due to flawed reservation quotas, leading to stalled local democracy. Read about the impact and official concerns.
Violence erupts over gram panchayat results in Jagtial, police fire in air
Tension in Paidipalli village after disputed panchayat results lead to stone-pelting, police lathicharge & firing. 8 injured, cases filed. Read the full report.
BRS Sees Gram Panchayat Wins as Verdict Against Congress
BRS leader T Harish Rao claims Congress's poor show in panchayat polls signals rural discontent over unfulfilled guarantees. He accuses CM Revanth Reddy of misplaced priorities. Read the full analysis.
Kodagu villagers protest stray dog centre, demand bus shelter
Residents of Hakke-Huluse near Kudige protested against a proposed stray dog care centre, citing wildlife issues. Officials assured a review and pledged a new bus shelter. Read more.
Congress Dominates, BJP Rises in Telangana Panchayat Elections
Congress maintains rural dominance in Telangana's gram panchayat elections, while BJP shows strength in the north. BRS sees modest gains. Get the full analysis of the political landscape.
TDP Supports Bill, Flags Andhra's Funding Challenge
NDA ally TDP supports the VB-GRAM-G Bill but highlights Andhra Pradesh's challenge in funding its 40% state share. The party seeks enhanced central support for welfare schemes. Read more.
Mamata renames Bengal job scheme after Gandhi, slams Centre
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes the Centre over the GRAM G bill and announces renaming of the state's job scheme after Mahatma Gandhi. Read the full story.
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