Delhi CM's 'Lunch Pe Charcha' with Youth on Jan 11
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta invites city's youth for 'Lunch Pe Charcha' on January 11. Event to review government's 11-month performance and discuss youth issues.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta invites city's youth for 'Lunch Pe Charcha' on January 11. Event to review government's 11-month performance and discuss youth issues.
Punjab Youth Congress chief Mohit Mohindra attacks BJP's Viksit Bharat law, calling it an attack on rural jobs & Punjab. Announces 5-day protest yatra from Jan 8.
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.
Jharkhand Legal Services Authority launches a massive awareness campaign against drug abuse, focusing on youth. The drive includes rallies, school sessions, and helpline promotion, culminating on Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary. Join the fight for a
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flags off a 10-day educational tour for 100 youths from Jammu & Kashmir to Delhi and Agra, fostering national integration and cultural exchange. Read more about this youth empowerment initiative.
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.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini flagged off the state's delegation to the National Youth Festival 2026. He highlighted 24,000 govt jobs, a new law against illegal travel agents, and skill training for 1.14 lakh youth. Read the full story.
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.
Bihar Finance Minister Bijendra Yadav approves two new BSRB branches in Parsarma and Laukaha to boost rural banking and financial inclusion. Details inside.
An analysis of PM Modi's youth challenge: South India's Gen Z focuses on modern careers while the North shows stronger cultural-political leanings. Read the full opinion piece.
Maharashtra saw over 32.7 lakh new vehicle registrations in 2025, a 13.5% annual increase. Mumbai alone added 3 lakh vehicles, intensifying traffic and pollution woes. Explore the full data breakdown.
As Bengaluru welcomes 2026, young people are swapping endless scrolling for books. Discover their honest goals, from clearing backlogs to rediscovering the joy of reading. Read more!
Youngsters in Pune and Mumbai, aged 19-25, are turning to stocks for financial security. Driven by apps and social media, they navigate SIPs, IPOs, and risks. Discover their journey and the cautionary tales.
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.
Shocking data reveals 32% of Jammu & Kashmir's urban youth are unemployed, far exceeding the national rate. Explore the causes and implications of this critical issue.
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.
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.
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.
Prayagraj's youth are driving a startup boom! Over 7,300 applications worth ₹35.7 crore received under the CM's Youth Entrepreneur Scheme. Discover how loans up to ₹5 lakh are fueling local businesses.
Uttar Pradesh government allocates Rs 3,500 crore for health infrastructure, hospital expansion, and modern equipment. Focus on rural healthcare and Ayushman Bharat implementation.
Madhubani is set to host a vibrant two-day state-level youth festival from December 23. The event will feature cultural competitions in folk dance, singing, writing, and art. Discover the schedule and venues.
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.
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.
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.
BJP's massive victory in 120+ Maharashtra civic bodies marks a historic rural expansion. Amit Shah's 'no crutches' vision and focused campaigning pay off, reshaping state politics ahead of 2029. Read the full analysis.
Over 3,100 youth will converge in Bilaspur for Chhattisgarh's State Youth Festival 2025 from Dec 23-25. The event launches Khelo India Tribal Games, aiming to empower youth and preserve culture. Read more.
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.
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.
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 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.