HP Khadi Board website launched to aid entrepreneurs
Himachal's Industries Minister Harshwardhan Chauhan launched the official State Khadi Board website. It will provide transparent info on schemes and boost rural employment. Read more.
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Govt Proposes MGNREGA Rebrand as 'Viksit Bharat Guranatee'
A new bill proposes transforming MGNREGA into the 'Viksit Bharat Guranatee for Rozgar & Ajeevika Mission'. Discover the planned changes and their impact on rural employment in India.
BJP: Congress blocks rural jobs bill for Gandhi-Vadra interests
BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia claims Congress protests aim to protect Sonia, Rahul, and Vadra. He asserts PM Modi's vow to make India developed by 2047 will succeed despite opposition. Read the full political clash.
VB-G RAM G Bill 2025: A Threat to MGNREGA's Legacy
Economist Jean Drèze argues the VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 dismantles India's rural job guarantee by shifting burdens to states. Analysis of funding changes and worker rights.
New Rural Job Scheme April 2026 Rollout, States Share 40% Cost
Centre aims for April 1, 2026, launch of new rural employment scheme replacing MGNREGS. States to bear 40% cost, get six months for implementation. Details inside.
Farm Labour Shortage & MGNREGA: What Data Reveals
The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day pause in rural works during peak farming seasons. We analyse if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages, examining wage data and rising female workforce participation. Read the facts.
VB-G RAM G Bill's 60-Day Farm Season Pause: Labour Shortage Debate
The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day halt to rural work during peak farming seasons. We examine data on rural wages and female LFPR to see if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages. Read the full analysis.
MLA Dhaliwal: VB-G RAM G Bill Threatens MGNREGA Spirit
Phagwara MLA Balwinder Singh Dhaliwal warns the proposed VB-G RAM G Bill cripples MGNREGA's 100-day guarantee and cooperative federalism. Read the full analysis.
TN Parties Condemn BJP's MGNREGS Rename Plan, Protest Dec 18
Tamil Nadu political parties across alliances oppose renaming MGNREGS to Viksit Bharat scheme. INDIA bloc to protest Dec 18, citing fund cuts and political vendetta. Read full details.
Kerala Opposes MGNREGA Changes, Fears Heavy Financial Burden
Kerala's Local Self-Govt Minister M B Rajesh alleges the Centre's MGNREGA amendments dismantle the job guarantee scheme, shifting a 40% cost burden to states. Kerala could lose Rs 1,600 crore annually. Read more.
Govt Pushes SHANTI, VB-G RAM G Bills Amid Opposition Pushback
The Indian government introduced the SHANTI and VB-G RAM G Bills in Lok Sabha this week, facing immediate objections from the Opposition. Get the latest details on the parliamentary proceedings.
New 125-Day Rural Jobs Scheme: States Face Higher Cost Burden
The new VB G RAM G Bill proposes 125 days of rural work, replacing MGNREGA. Critics argue it shifts financial burden to states and alters the demand-driven guarantee. Details inside.
Opposition Accuses BJP of Erasing Gandhi's Legacy from MGNREGS
Congress leader V D Satheesan accuses the Union govt of intolerance for renaming MGNREGS, linking it to Sangh's hostility. He vows national resistance to the move.
BJP Accused of Erasing Gandhi's Legacy from MGNREGS
Congress leader V D Satheesan accuses the BJP-led Centre of intolerance for removing Mahatma Gandhi's name from the rural jobs scheme. Read about the new Viksit Bharat Bill and the political row.
Shanti Bill Tabled in Lok Sabha: Objectives and Details
The Shanti Bill 2025 was introduced in Lok Sabha on December 16. Learn about its objectives, key provisions, and the government's plan to promote peace and harmony in India.
Insurance Bill 2025: 100% FDI, Universal Coverage by 2047
The new insurance bill aims for 100% FDI, easier access, and universal protection by 2047. Discover how it changes rules for LIC, IRDA, and policyholders.
Tharoor's sharp dig at govt over VB-G RAM G Bill
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor criticises the VB-G RAM G Bill as an 'assault' on the programme's spirit. Read his sharp parliamentary remarks and the political debate it sparked.
Priyanka Gandhi: Renaming MGNREGA a Ploy to Scrap It
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra accuses the government of trying to dismantle MGNREGA by renaming it to G RAM G. She warns the changes could collapse the rural jobs scheme. Read the full story.
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.
Priyanka Gandhi: RAM G Bill weakens MGNREGA job guarantee
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticizes the RAM G Bill, alleging it dilutes MGNREGA's 100-day employment right for the poor. She accuses the Modi government of being obsessed with renaming schemes.
Lok Sabha Sends Shiksha Adhikshan Bill to Joint Panel
The Lok Sabha has referred the crucial Shiksha Adhikshan Bill, 2025, to a Joint Parliamentary Committee for detailed scrutiny. Learn what this means for India's education governance.
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.
RAM G Bill Replaces MGNREGA: A Critical Analysis
The VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 replaces MGNREGA, shifting financial burden to states and converting a rights-based law into a centrally controlled scheme. Analysis by CPI(M) leader John Brittas.
New Rural Job Scheme Shifts Fiscal Burden to States
The new Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Bill increases guaranteed work days to 125 but imposes a 60:40 fund-sharing model. Experts warn this could strain state finances, mirroring issues in the PMFBY. Read the analysis.
UPA Also Debated Halting MGNREGA in Farm Season
Sharad Pawar in UPA-II sought a halt to NREGA works during peak farming, while Jairam Ramesh opposed. The NDA's current proposals echo past internal debates. Explore the full history.
India's unemployment rate falls to 4.7% in November
India's unemployment rate for those aged 15+ fell to an 8-month low of 4.7% in Nov. Rural joblessness hit a record low of 3.9%. Read the full PLFS data analysis here.
Insurance Bill 2025: 100% FDI, New Licences, Regulatory Shifts
The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill 2025 aims to transform India's insurance sector with 100% FDI, niche licences, and a shift to regulation-driven oversight. Read the key changes.
TN may need extra Rs 4,300 cr yearly for rural jobs scheme
Tamil Nadu officials warn the proposed VB-G RAM-G scheme could cost the state an additional Rs 4,300 crore annually due to altered Centre-state funding. Read the full analysis.
Vishwakarma, Ramayana to Replace MGNREGA: Opposition Protests
The Centre's proposal to replace MGNREGA with schemes named after Vishwakarma and Ramayana sparks Opposition outcry. Critics question the removal of Gandhi's name from the rural jobs guarantee.
New 125-Day Rural Job Law to Replace MGNREGA
The Modi government is set to introduce a new rural employment law, replacing MGNREGA. Key changes include a 125-day guarantee, fixed state budgets, and a 60-day pause for farming. Read the full details.
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