DMK and allies protest across Tamil Nadu against MGNREGS replacement by VBGRAMG. CM Stalin, Vaiko, Thirumavalavan lead charge. An 80-year-old protester dies in Coimbatore. Read the full story.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announced the renaming of Multai to its historical name, Multapi. The decision came during BJP chief JP Nadda's visit, where he laid foundation stones for two new medical colleges.
President Donald Trump hosts the 48th Kennedy Center Honors, marking his first appearance. He jokes about leaving the presidency for a full-time hosting role. Details on honorees and how to watch.
Assam Congress issues showcause notices to Bajali and Darrang district presidents for failing to organise protests against MGNREGA renaming and Jal Jeevan Mission. Internal rift surfaces ahead of 2026 polls.
US President Donald Trump faces a lawsuit for renaming the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts without Congressional approval. Democrats and the Kennedy family oppose the move.
Telangana Minister D Anasuya announces statewide initiative to safeguard MGNREGS, accuses BJP-led Centre of weakening the rural job guarantee scheme. Rallies planned for late December.
Congress alleges the BJP government renamed over 30 Congress-era schemes, costing ₹5,000 crore. They cite MGNREGA's rebranding as the latest example. Read the full list of renamed initiatives.
BJP accuses former J&K CM Omar Abdullah of ridiculing faith over remarks on renamed rural job scheme VB-G RAM G. Sparks political row over nomenclature and legacy.
AICC spokesperson Ragini Nayak criticizes the Centre for renaming MGNREGA, accusing BJP of using Lord Ram's name to hide failures. Read the full political debate.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah thanked the Centre for generous funds but criticised the delay in restoring statehood and the renaming of MGNREGA. Read his full statements here.
A Congress MP-led committee will discuss the VB G RAM G Bill on Dec 29, comparing it to MGNREGS. BJP MPs protest, calling the move 'politicisation' as the bill awaits Presidential assent.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aditya Thackeray accuses BJP of rebranding previous govt projects as its own due to no concrete work. He criticizes Pune's governance and environmental policies. Read more.
Karnataka Congress, led by DK Shivakumar, protests Centre's move to rename MGNREGA as Viksit Bharat Guarantee, alleging BJP's hate politics in National Herald case.
Washington's iconic Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has been renamed to include former US President Donald J. Trump. Explore the history and controversy behind this major change.
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC has been renamed the Trump-Kennedy Center. The controversial decision, initiated by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, has sparked outrage from the Kennedy family and critics.
The proposed VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 shifts MGNREGS funding to a 60:40 Centre-State split, tripling states' costs. UP, Andhra, Tamil Nadu to be hardest hit. Read the analysis.
Proposed changes to MGNREGS, now Viksit Bharat Rozgar Mission, could cost Telangana ₹1000-1500 crore yearly. State studies implications as Centre shifts to 60:40 cost-sharing. Read more.
KPCC vice-president B Ramanath Rai condemns renaming MGNREGA to Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar. He calls it an insult to Gandhi and a plot to weaken the rural jobs scheme. Read the full story.
BJP's Sunil Jakhar questions Punjab's MGNREGS record, citing only 26 days of work this year, as political clash over VB-G RAM G Bill intensifies. Read the full story.
Governor renames Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan, marking a break from colonial terms. He highlights Goa's 100% literacy and liberation struggle. Read the full story.
The iconic Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. will be renamed the Trump-Kennedy Center. The board, appointed by Trump, voted unanimously. However, ticket sales have reportedly fallen by 50%. Read more.
Kerala Finance Minister warns new central MGNREGS rules will cost state Rs 1,600-2,000 crore extra. Experts call for equitable financial federalism. Read more.
Punjab accounts for 82% of MGNREGS job cards cancelled in North India over six years. Get the full data on the nationwide drive to weed out ineligible beneficiaries.
Mizoram Congress strongly opposes BJP's proposal to rename MGNREGA to 'VB-G RAM G', alleging it erases Gandhi's legacy and shifts burden to states. Read the full story.
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan commended district collectors for completing key rural projects and urged them to maintain pace in implementing all government programmes. Read about the achievements.
Kerala Finance Minister K N Balagopal warns that new central MGNREGS changes will cost the state Rs 1,600-2,000 crore extra. Experts call for equitable financial transfers. Read more.
Congress activists in Mandya protest the Centre's proposal to rename MGNREGA as 'G-RAM-G Act,' calling it an attack on Gandhi's legacy. State-wide agitation threatened.
Centre aims for April 1, 2026, launch of new rural employment scheme replacing MGNREGS. States to bear 40% cost, get six months for implementation. Details inside.
Telangana Congress leaders criticise Centre's proposal to rename MGNREGA, calling it an attempt to erase Gandhi's legacy. Protests announced for Dec 17 & 28. Read more.
Tamil Nadu political parties across alliances oppose renaming MGNREGS to Viksit Bharat scheme. INDIA bloc to protest Dec 18, citing fund cuts and political vendetta. Read full details.