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.
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.
AAP MP Raghav Chadha exposes alleged systemic exploitation of gig workers after a Blinkit delivery agent earned just Rs 763 for nearly 15 hours of work. Calls for fair wages and social security.
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.
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.
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.
The Union Ministry of Rural Development has yet to release Rs 622 crore in MGNREGS dues to Karnataka, including wages and material costs. Learn the details and implications.
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.
Villages in Patiala's Nabha subdivision are rejecting the 30% deduction from panchayat income for secretary wages, calling it illegal. Multiple gram sabhas pass resolutions demanding revocation.
27 garbage collection workers in Vadodara drove away 7 vehicles to Madhya Pradesh after 8 months without pay. The labor dispute highlights contractor payment issues in municipal services.
India's new labour codes face hurdles in boosting factory hiring. Bureaucracy and retrenchment rules limit impact. Explore the analysis of these industrial relations reforms.
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.
The Indian government has officially notified four new labour codes, consolidating 29 laws to reform the country's employment landscape. Discover the key changes and their impact.
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announces historic labour reforms ensuring minimum wages, social security for 40 crore workers, and gender equality. A transformative step for India's workforce.
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.
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.
New York Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani proposes $60K mayor salary, sparking viral debate about public service wages and living costs. Read the full controversy.
Elon Musk's massive $1 trillion Tesla compensation package raises crucial questions about CEO pay ratios and worker wages in India and globally. Should society intervene?
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.
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.
Rural India represents our foundation, not our past. Forgetting its diversity risks losing national compassion. Explore the urban dreams and rural despair shaping India.
Uttar Pradesh government unveils new rules for female employees on night shifts, including double wages, enhanced security, and transport. A major step for women's empowerment.
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.
Wadala Bhoma Veeram villages unite as single cluster in Amritsar, showcasing community-driven development. Discover how this model benefits residents.
Bescom to electrify 552 rural and tribal households in Chitradurga and Tumakuru districts, bringing power to underserved communities. Read about this transformative initiative.
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 government approves ₹827 crore capital infusion for Nashik, Nagpur & Dharashiv cooperative banks to strengthen rural credit flow. Opposition criticizes timing during election code.
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.
West Bengal government has successfully distributed financial assistance forms worth more than ₹2 crore under the Samajik Suraksha Yojana, benefiting thousands of workers across the state.
IIT Hyderabad establishes a groundbreaking Skill Development Centre focused on empowering rural youth through cutting-edge training, innovation programs, and industry partnerships to bridge the skills gap.