Rijiju: MGNREGA Was Loot Guarantee, New Law Ends Corruption
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju criticizes MGNREGA for enabling corruption, announces new law to ensure transparency and prevent even Rs 1 fraud in implementation.
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MP Questions Centre's 11-Year Delay on MGNREGA Corruption
A Karnataka MP criticises the central government for taking 11 years to acknowledge corruption in the MGNREGA scheme, raising concerns about accountability and rural welfare.
MGNREGA Workers in Punjab Protest Against Proposed Changes
MGNREGA workers in Ludhiana protest Central government's proposed amendments, fearing dilution of employment guarantee, reduced wages, and state funding crisis. Nationwide agitation planned for February.
Congress 'Save MGNREGA' campaign starts Punjab tour in Amritsar
Congress leader Arathi Krishna kicks off Punjab leg of nationwide 'Save MGNREGA' campaign in Amritsar, warning against new VB-GRAM G scheme. Read about the political battle for rural jobs.
Punjab Vigilance: 187 Nabbed, 63 Convicted in 2025
Punjab Vigilance Bureau's zero-tolerance stance led to 187 arrests for bribery in 2025, with 63 convicted. Major crackdown nets officials, police, and private persons. Read the full report.
UP Police Lathi-Charge MGNREGA Protesters in Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh police used force against MGNREGA Bachao protesters in Lucknow. Congress condemns the Yogi Adityanath government for the brutal lathi-charge on demanding workers.
Congress Launches 'Save MGNREGA' Campaign in Bihar
Bihar Congress launches a 45-day mass campaign to protest the replacement of MGNREGA, vowing to reach all 8,064 panchayats. The drive concludes with rallies on Feb 25.
DK Shivakumar: 'Save MGNREGA' campaign from Jan 26
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announces a 'Save MGNREGA' campaign starting January 26. The agitation will continue until the rural jobs scheme is restored. Read more.
Congress Launches 45-Day MGNREGA Bachao Sangram Protest
The Indian National Congress launches a 45-day nationwide 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram' to protest fund cuts and wage delays. Learn about their demands and the political battle over the rural jobs scheme.
Congress Launches 45-Day MGNREGA Bachao Sangram
The Indian National Congress launches a 45-day nationwide 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram' to protest fund cuts and demand higher wages. The campaign includes protests at block and district levels.
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.
PHED Engineer Caught Taking iPhone as Bribe in Jhalawar
Anti-Corruption Bureau arrests PHED superintending engineer in Jhalawar for allegedly demanding an iPhone to clear bills. Cash, silver, property deeds seized. Read the full story.
BJP Hits Back at Congress, AAP Over MGNREGA Corruption Claims
Punjab BJP leader Ashwani Sharma launches a scathing attack on Congress & AAP, alleging massive fraud in MGNREGA. He details the new Viksit Bharat Guarantee's benefits. Read the full story.
Joshi: Rs 11 Lakh Crore MGNREGA graft in UPA era
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi accuses Congress-led UPA of massive MGNREGA corruption worth Rs 11 lakh crore, citing CAG report on fake job cards. Read the full details.
BJP's Chaudhary: Congress Upset Over 'Ram' in New Scheme
UP BJP President Pankaj Chaudhary claims Congress objects to VB-G RAM G Act 2025 due to 'Ram' name. He calls it a surgical strike against MGNREGA corruption. Read his full Varanasi statements.
Karnataka CM Seeks Special Session for MGNREGA Resolution
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.
Fazilka MGNREGA Lake Scandal: Rs 1.2 Cr, Only Wall Built
A Rs 4.19 crore MGNREGA lake project near Fazilka DC's residence sparks a major row. With Rs 1.2 crore spent, only a boundary wall stands. BJP, Congress leaders allege massive corruption. Read the full investigation.
Jakhar: AAP opposes VB-G RAM G to hide MGNREGA graft
Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar alleges AAP's resistance to the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G scheme stems from fear of exposed corruption, not worker welfare. Details on the Jan Jagran Abhiyan launch.
Congress MGNREGA Bachao Rally in Tanda on Jan 8
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.
Odisha CM Majhi Defends New Rural Job Scheme, Targets MGNREGA
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi defends the Viksit Bharat Rozgar Ajeevika Mission Gramin Act, promising 125 days of work and an end to MGNREGA-era corruption. Read the full details.
Dalit body protests at DC office over MGNREGA dues
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.
Congress sets up coordination panel for MGNREGA Bachao Sangram
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.
Congress forms Ajay Maken panel for MGNREGA protest
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.
Congress Launches MGNREGA Protest from Jan 10
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.
Congress to launch 'Save MGNREGA' campaign from January 10
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 FM Accuses Centre of Misleading on MGNREGA, Rs 23K Cr Dues
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 Alleges AAP Robbed Poor via MGNREGA Corruption
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.
BJP's Sunil Jakhar Criticises Punjab AAP Govt's Assembly Session
Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar accuses AAP govt of creating Centre-state bitterness. He questions inaction on MGNREGA corruption & deteriorating law and order. Read the full story.
BJP alleges Punjab govt sabotaging rural job scheme
BJP accuses Punjab's AAP govt of forcing workers to oppose new job law. Claims of corruption and federal threat escalate political row. Read the full details.
Police SI, Constable Caught Taking Bribe in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
ACB Nanded traps a police sub-inspector and constable for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 1 lakh. Both officers attached to Airport police station arrested. Read the full details of the corruption case.
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