Prayagraj Woman's Tent Business Empowers Rural Women
Sheela Devi of Prayagraj overcame adversity to build a lakhs-earning tent house business and empower dozens of rural women through self-help groups and Mission Shakti. Read her inspiring journey.
Category : Search result: rural microentrepreneurship
Farm Price Deflation Threatens India's Rural Demand
Stagnant farm incomes from Kharif and a bleak winter crop outlook are squeezing rural spending, posing a risk to FMCG and durable goods sales. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
Rural Economy Fuels Mutual Fund Expansion in India
India's rural economy outperforms with 5% agricultural growth, driving mutual fund houses to launch rural-focused schemes. Discover how digital platforms are transforming investment patterns beyond top cities.
Gujarat student wins National Rural IT Quiz 2025
Pratham Chetan Dand from Bhavnagar clinched the National Rural IT Quiz 2025 title at Bengaluru Tech Summit, winning Rs 1 lakh prize. Discover how Gujarat's STI initiatives are creating tech champions.
Rural India's Q2 Growth Hits 8-Quarter Low at 2.8%
Nifty Rural Index revenue growth plunges to 2.8% as farm income pressure and credit slump hit demand. Auto, FMCG show resilience amid uneven recovery. Key analysis for investors.
3,641 Children Screened at Assam Health Camp
Over 3,600 children received health screenings at Assam's Sushrusha Setu mega camp in Sonai. 414 referred for specialized care. CM Sarma's healthcare transformation praised.
India's unemployment steady at 5.2% in October
India's unemployment rate remained at 5.2% in October. Explore the latest PLFS data revealing rural-urban divides and persistent gender gaps in the labour market.
Hero MotoCorp Q2FY26: 16% Revenue Jump, Stock Soars
Hero MotoCorp's Q2FY26 results show a 16% revenue surge to ₹12,126 crore, driven by rural recovery. The stock hit a 52-week high. Explore the growth drivers and future risks.
India FMCG grows 5.4%, rural leads for 7th quarter
India's FMCG sector reports 5.4% volume growth in September quarter with rural markets outperforming urban for 7th straight quarter. GST transition impacts sequential growth. Read full analysis.
Rs 28.49 Crore Tribal Development Projects for Kinnaur
Himachal's Kinnaur district receives major development push with Rs 28.49 crore projects focusing on rural infrastructure, water supply, and tribal welfare initiatives.
Karnataka MGNREGA workers face declining work days
A 2024 study reveals Karnataka's MGNREGA provides only half the guaranteed work days. As funds decline, rural workers report slipping progress in the scheme's 20th year. Learn about the challenges.
MGNREGA Study Shows 50% Employment Shortfall in Karnataka
A 2024 Karnataka study reveals MGNREGA provides only half the guaranteed employment days amid budget cuts. Discover how rural families face progress reversal after two decades of the scheme.
Punjab suspends Amritsar Rural SSP for gangster inaction
Punjab government suspends Amritsar Rural SSP Maninder Singh for alleged dereliction of duty against gangsters. Second IPS officer suspension amid election tensions.
New Aroma Mission Unit Inaugurated in Meghalaya Village
Meghalaya Aroma Mission launches Field Distillation Unit in Phlangwanbroi, empowering farmers with lemongrass cultivation and value-added agriculture for better livelihoods.
PM KISAN: 21st Installment Date, Amount, Eligibility
PM Modi will release the 21st PM KISAN installment on November 19, 2025. Learn about the ₹6,000 payment, eligibility criteria, and scheme impact. Check details now!
Punjab Doctor Shortage: 80% Posts Vacant at Rural CHC
Punjab Health Department admits critical doctor shortages at Tarn Taran's Sur Singh Wala CHC, with only 2 of 10 positions filled. Recruitment drive fails to meet urgent healthcare needs for rural residents.
Darbhanga Rural Bihar Election 2025 Results Live
Live updates from Darbhanga Rural Assembly constituency in Bihar. Get complete results, winner, runner-up, candidate details and voting patterns from the 2025 elections.
Rural Women Lead Voter Turnout in Bhagalpur Elections
Rural and semi-urban women voters in Bhagalpur district demonstrated unprecedented electoral participation, significantly outperforming urban women in assembly elections.
Man seeks Sharad Pawar's help to find wife in Akola
A young man from Akola wrote an emotional letter to NCP leader Sharad Pawar requesting help in finding a wife, highlighting marriage crisis among rural youth in Maharashtra. Read the full story.
India's Rural Foundation: Forgotten Majority's Struggle
Rural India represents our foundation, not our past. Forgetting its diversity risks losing national compassion. Explore the urban dreams and rural despair shaping India.
Mahindra-Manulife Launch Life Insurance Joint Venture
Mahindra Group partners with Manulife Financial to create 50:50 life insurance JV, targeting India's growing rural market. Read about this strategic partnership.
Rs 1.79 Crore Bus Stand Inaugurated in Kinnaur
Himachal's Rural Development Minister inaugurates modern bus stand and multi-purpose building in Kinnaur. Boost to local infrastructure and tourism. Read more about this development project.
Meghalaya Village Becomes NE's First Poultry Cluster Model
ICAR adopts Nongspung A village as Northeast India's first model poultry cluster to boost rural livelihoods through scientific farming. Discover how this initiative creates sustainable income.
Sarpanchs Can Now Approve Projects Up to ₹25 Lakh
Union Minister Dr. Yadav announces enhanced financial powers for sarpanchs, enabling them to approve development works up to ₹25 lakh without higher approvals. This decentralization aims to accelerate rural development.
Starlink's Affordable Satellite Internet for Rural India
Elon Musk's Starlink plans to transform rural India with affordable satellite internet services. Learn how this initiative could bridge the digital divide and boost connectivity.
Three Amritsar Villages Form Development Cluster
Wadala Bhoma Veeram villages unite as single cluster in Amritsar, showcasing community-driven development. Discover how this model benefits residents.
552 Karnataka Homes to Receive Electricity Connection
Bescom to electrify 552 rural and tribal households in Chitradurga and Tumakuru districts, bringing power to underserved communities. Read about this transformative initiative.
PAU Youth Festival Celebrates Punjabi Culture & Traditions
Punjab Agricultural University's youth festival showcased rich Punjabi idioms, traditional crafts, and cultural heritage. Students demonstrated exceptional talent in rural artistry while staying connected to their roots.
Maharashtra approves ₹827 crore for 3 cooperative banks
Maharashtra government approves ₹827 crore capital infusion for Nashik, Nagpur & Dharashiv cooperative banks to strengthen rural credit flow. Opposition criticizes timing during election code.
Buxar voters brave muddy fields to cast votes
Despite challenging terrain and difficult weather conditions, voters in Buxar's remote areas showed extraordinary commitment by trekking through muddy fields to cast their votes in the ongoing elections.
Page 1 of 4