Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announce state will not launch its own rural job scheme, fearing major central funding cuts. They vow a public campaign to restore MGNREGA.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah accuses Union govt of undermining welfare by renaming MGNREGA. He demands reinstatement of old law, citing funding shift hurting poor, Dalits, and farmers. Read more.
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan cautions states about potential delays in future fund releases if money for agricultural schemes remains unspent. Read the full details.
The Congress party announces a nationwide 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram' from January 10 to February 25, protesting against the Modi government's alleged weakening of the rural jobs scheme. Learn about their demands.
The Indian National Congress announces a major 'Save MGNREGA' protest starting January 10, 2026, in three phases to protect the rural jobs scheme. Get the full details.
The new VB-G RAM G Act replaces MGNREGA, shifting from a legal right to work to a budget-driven scheme. For Andhra Pradesh, this could mean a wage burden of ₹3,470 crore and risks for vulnerable workers. Experts call for a state review.
Senior BJP leaders in Ludhiana hit back at AAP and Congress for opposing the G RAM G labor scheme, defending its ₹1.51 lakh crore budget and anti-corruption features. Read more.
Karnataka's Cabinet condemns the centralised G-RAM-G, calling it a blow to federalism. The state may launch its own rural employment guarantee scheme, risking Rs 3,720 crore in central funds. Read more.
Karnataka's new G RAM G scheme will increase state's financial burden by Rs 2,100 crore annually for same rural jobs, experts warn. Protests planned statewide.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP's JP Nadda are scheduled for key visits to West Bengal this month, focusing on booth-level strengthening ahead of elections. Get the latest political updates.
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema accuses BJP-led Centre of pushing an anti-poor agenda by overhauling MGNREGA while sitting on Rs 23,000 crore unpaid dues. Read the full story.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledges BJP government in West Bengal post-2026, addresses Matua community's CAA fears, and vows to stop illegal infiltration. Read the full story.
Govt data reveals less than 8% of MGNREGA families received the guaranteed 100 days of work in the last three years, with average employment at 50 days. SC/ST and women participation remains high. Read the full parliamentary committee findings.
Punjab's MGNREGA implementation lags behind national benchmarks, providing only 27 days of work per household. Analysis reveals gaps in employment, asset creation, and political pushback over scheme changes.
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Bhupinder Singh Hooda argues the new law replacing MGNREGA undermines the right to work and federalism. He demands its withdrawal, citing funding politicisation and harm to states.
Debt mutual funds face net outflows of ₹22,105 crore in 2025, lagging behind hybrid and equity funds. The 2023 tax change removing indexation benefits is a key factor. Read the full analysis.
The Rural Development Ministry has sent a detailed report on the new VB-G RAM G scheme to all central ministers to counter opposition criticism. Learn about the key features and government's defense.
A staggering 80% of Haryana's district plan funds lie unutilized, raising serious questions about development work and fiscal management. Read the full report on the state's financial inertia.
Congress announces nationwide protest from January 5 against Centre replacing MGNREGA with new law, calling it an insult to Mahatma Gandhi. Details inside.
Senior Congress leader Rana KP accuses BJP-led Centre of trying to dismantle MGNREGA through the VB-G RAM G Bill, shifting funding burden to states. He urges Punjab govt to reject the move, vows Congress support.
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.
The renaming of MGNREGA sparks debate: Does it tackle rural distress or shift from a demand-driven to a supply-driven framework? Experts weigh in on the implications.
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.
DMK, Congress, CPM, CPI, VCK, and MDMK members protested across Tamil Nadu, condemning the Centre's move to replace MGNREGA with VB-G RAM G, calling it an attack on Gandhi's legacy and rural welfare. Read more.
Government data shows MGNREGA provided an average of just 48 days of work per household over five years, far short of the promised 125 days. Explore the reasons and implications for rural employment.
Women from SC & ST categories remain primary MGNREGA beneficiaries in Himachal Pradesh despite falling budgets. Officials warn new VB-G RAM G scheme's norms could slash workdays & funds. Read more.
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