Saras Mela in Patna ends, generates Rs 28.52 crore
Patna's Saras Mela concluded after 24 days, drawing 18 lakh visitors and generating over Rs 28.52 crore for rural artisans. The event was extended due to massive public demand.
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Pregnant Woman's Death in Gadchiroli Triggers Outcry
A pregnant woman's death in remote Gadchiroli village sparks controversy. Administration denies ambulance failure, urges reliance on govt health services. Read the full investigation.
Vidarbha to Get 4 Umed Malls for Rural Women SHGs
Maharashtra govt approves 13 Umed Malls statewide, with 4 in Vidarbha, to provide permanent market access for women self-help groups. A Rs 20 crore initiative set to benefit 60 lakh families.
VB-G RAM G Replaces MGNREGA: AP Faces ₹3,470 Cr Burden
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.
Pregnant woman dies after 6km trek in Gadchiroli
A 24-year-old pregnant woman in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli died after walking 6km through forest due to lack of medical facilities. Her baby also died. Read about the healthcare crisis in remote villages.
Maharashtra: Pregnant woman walks 6km, dies after childbirth
A pregnant woman from a remote Gadchiroli village walked 6 km in labour to reach a health centre, only to die after delivery. This tragedy highlights the critical gaps in rural healthcare infrastructure.
Two New BSRB Branches Approved for Bihar's Supaul & Madhubani
Bihar Finance Minister Bijendra Yadav approves two new BSRB branches in Parsarma and Laukaha to boost rural banking and financial inclusion. Details inside.
Baby G: Karnataka's Pioneer in Tribal Healthcare
Discover how Baby G, Karnataka's pioneering tribal healthcare provider, combines professional training with lived Adivasi experience to deliver life-saving care to remote communities. Read her inspiring story.
Beed Leads Maharashtra in Rural Housing Scheme Success
Beed district in Maharashtra has become the state's top performer in rural housing schemes, with over 50,000 families moving into new homes. Discover how mission-mode execution overcame key challenges.
Sevak Project Trains Rural Women in Breast Cancer Detection
The Sevak Project trains rural women in self-breast exams, bridging a critical healthcare gap. Over 300 women in Gujarat, Bihar & Tamil Nadu have been empowered for early detection.
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.
MGNREGA Averages 48 Work Days, Far Below 125-Day Promise
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.
Saras Mela in Kanpur from January 4 to 6
Kanpur's Saras Mela, from Jan 4-6 at Moti Jheel Lawn, will showcase self-help groups' products. The fair aims to boost rural marketing and women's economic empowerment. Read details.
Rs 3,500 Crore Boost for UP Health Infrastructure
Uttar Pradesh government allocates Rs 3,500 crore for health infrastructure, hospital expansion, and modern equipment. Focus on rural healthcare and Ayushman Bharat implementation.
MBBS Seat Imbalance in Telangana Under Parliamentary Scrutiny
Parliamentary panel flags skewed distribution of medical seats & infrastructure in Telangana. Despite having double the national average of MBBS seats, rural colleges struggle with faculty & resources.
New Job Guarantee Scheme: 125 Days Work, But Concerns Remain
President Murmu assents to VB-G RAM G Bill, replacing MGNREGA. While work days rise to 125, funding burden on states & a 60-day pause in peak farm season spark debate. Analysis inside.
Gurugram CMO Launches Mobile Medical Unit for Healthcare Access
Gurugram's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Alka Singh, launches a mobile medical unit to provide free healthcare in remote villages. The initiative aims to bridge the urban-rural health gap with on-site diagnostics and treatment.
MNREGA Revamp: Risks to Universal Job Guarantee Promise
As India's rural job scheme is relaunched, experts warn that a proposed 60-day calendar gap and shared state funding could undermine its universal promise. Read why its core principles need protection.
Rural Job Scheme Now 125 Days, President Murmu Gives Assent
President Droupadi Murmu has approved the VB-G RAM G Bill, enhancing the rural job guarantee to 125 days annually. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi hails the scheme as transparent and progressive for rural development.
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.
Midwives Deliver Hope in Kashmir's Isolated Villages
In Kashmir's most remote villages, traditional midwives remain crucial for childbirth despite modern hospitals. Discover their enduring role in the Valley's changing landscape.
Jharkhand father carries dead infant in bag on 70km bus ride
A Jharkhand father, denied an ambulance, carried his 4-month-old son's body in a plastic bag on a 70km bus journey home from Chaibasa hospital. The tragic incident exposes India's rural healthcare crisis. Read the full report.
Uttarkashi Village Crosses State Lines for Medical Care
Residents of Arakot village in Uttarkashi face a healthcare crisis due to a non-functional primary health centre. Forced to travel to Himachal Pradesh for treatment, they highlighted the issue at a camp where 133 complaints were submitted. Read more.
Outrage as patient treated on floor at Pauri health centre
A viral video from a Pauri PHC shows a patient on a stretcher placed on the floor, raising serious questions about rural healthcare infrastructure. Officials cite staff and equipment limitations.
Rs 94 Crore Released for Uttarakhand Rural Bodies
The Central Government has disbursed Rs 94 crore to Uttarakhand's rural local bodies for development works. This fund release is part of the 15th Finance Commission grant.
₹127 Crore Released for Tamil Nadu Rural Local Bodies
The Central Government has disbursed over ₹127 crore to Tamil Nadu's rural local bodies under the 15th Finance Commission grants. This funding aims to boost essential services and infrastructure development in villages. Read more about the allocation and
XLRI & NABARD Launch XCITE Rural Business Incubation Centre
XLRI Jamshedpur, with NABARD support, launches XCITE, a rural business incubation centre to foster sustainable entrepreneurship and empower rural innovators. Discover the future of rural India.
New Bill Seeks to Replace MGNREGA, Shifts Funding to States
The Lok Sabha passes a bill to replace MGNREGA with a new scheme, increasing employment days but shifting wage costs to states. Critics warn of financial strain.
KGMU's Telemedicine CoE to Transform Rural Healthcare in UP
Uttar Pradesh establishes a Centre of Excellence for Telemedicine at KGMU to enhance eSanjeevani 2.0 services. Funded by BMGF, it will train doctors and improve remote consultations for villages. Discover how this initiative bridges the healthcare gap.
Nagaland Congress Protests Against MGNREGA Repeal
Congress committees in Nagaland staged a protest in Kohima against the bill to repeal MGNREGA, calling it a lifeline for rural poor. Read about the potential impact on farmers and daily wage earners.
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