Congress Pledges MGNREGA Revival in Punjab After 2027
Congress leaders Bhupesh Baghel and Raja Warring promise to restore MGNREGA in Punjab if voted to power in 2027. They accuse BJP of scrapping the scheme and AAP of failing its implementation.
Congress leaders Bhupesh Baghel and Raja Warring promise to restore MGNREGA in Punjab if voted to power in 2027. They accuse BJP of scrapping the scheme and AAP of failing its implementation.
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Former MP Pratap Simmha details the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, highlighting increased work days to 120 and 266 classified works for transparency. Read more.
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha announces statewide protests against Electricity & Seed Bills. Plans include burning copies, removing smart meters, and sit-ins at ministers' homes. Key demands for compensation and jobs highlighted.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announces a massive statewide campaign against the Centre's GRAM G Bill, with public meetings and village-level resolutions. Sonia, Rahul, or Priyanka Gandhi to join the protest.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces a special legislature session to pass a resolution demanding the re-implementation of MGNREGA, following a Congress meeting on the 'Save MGNREGA' movement.
The Congress party will stage a major protest rally in Tanda on January 8 to demand the release of MGNREGA funds and highlight rural distress. Join the movement.
Dalit activists protest at Amritsar DC office demanding MGNREGA wage payments and job cards. Officials assure action. Read the full report on the ongoing dharna.
As Parliament reconvenes, the government and opposition brace for a showdown over the Union Budget and contentious bills like 'One Nation, One Election'. Get the full analysis here.
The Congress party establishes an 11-member panel to coordinate the MGNREGA Bachao Sangram, a nationwide protest against fund cuts and wage delays in the rural jobs scheme. Learn about the leaders and the planned agitation.
The Indian National Congress has formed a coordination committee led by Ajay Maken to oversee the 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram' agitation, starting with district press conferences on January 10. Read more about the planned protests.
As Parliament's winter session ends, MPs spotlight urgent gender reforms. Bills target criminalising marital rape, mandating menstrual leave, and introducing paternity benefits. Read the 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.
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.
BJP's Ashwani Sharma accuses Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann of failing to provide 100 days of MGNREGA work. He questions missing social audits in 6095 panchayats and inaction on 10,653 corruption cases. Read the full expose.
Punjab LoP Partap Singh Bajwa accuses BJP & AAP govts of undermining MGNREGA rights. He warns the new VB G-RAM-G Bill dilutes federalism & workers' rights. Read the full analysis.
Hundreds protest in Belagavi against the VB-G-Ram-G Bill, calling it anti-farmer and anti-labour. They demand withdrawal, citing threats to MGNREGA and job security. Read more.
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.
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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.
2025 saw landmark education laws on fees, coaching centres & higher education. Explore the Delhi Fee Act, Rajasthan Coaching Bill, Viksit Bharat Bill & IIM Amendment. Discover the shift in India's education governance.
Social activist Aruna Roy condemns the VB-G Ram G Bill, calling it a dismantling of the right to work. She announces nationwide protests on Feb 2 & 5. #MGNREGA #RightToWork
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.
President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, replacing MGNREGA. The new law increases guaranteed employment to 125 days and changes funding patterns. Explore the key differences.
The Modi government passed the VB-G RAM G Bill, replacing MGNREGA, without parliamentary committee review. We analyze the key changes and the debate over legislative oversight. Read more.
Nearly 150 Congress workers in Madurai protest the VB-G Ram G Bill, 2025, which seeks to replace MGNREGA. Leaders allege it dilutes Gandhi's legacy and burdens states.
President Droupadi Murmu grants assent to the Shanti Bill, enabling private sector participation in India's nuclear energy sector. A landmark move for energy security and clean power.
Punjab Congress leaders led a major protest in Kharar against Centre's MGNREGA changes, warning of intensified agitation. Read about their demands and allegations.
Congress leader P Chidambaram sharply criticizes the Centre's new Viksit Bharat Guarantee Bill, calling it a fraud that dismantles a legal employment guarantee. Read his full critique.