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Chidambaram Slams BJP's MGNREGA Repeal, Gandhi Name Erasure
Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram accuses BJP of erasing Mahatma Gandhi's legacy by repealing MGNREGA. He details how the new Bill dismantles the rural job guarantee's core principles. Read the full analysis.
Kashi-Tamil Sangamam 4.0: Ravi, IIT Madras Boost Cultural Unity
Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi addressed Varanasi students at IIT Madras, highlighting India's cultural unity. IIT Director urged learning Tamil to strengthen linguistic bridges. Read more.
Kanpur DM Holds Salaries Over Unsatisfactory School Work
Kanpur DM Jitendra Pratap Singh withheld December salaries of three officials for unsatisfactory progress in school infrastructure and mid-day meal scheme. Read about the strict review and directives issued.
Ranchi Hospital to Start GI Surgery Dept Under Ayushman Bharat
Ranchi Sadar Hospital will launch a dedicated GI surgery department and expand nephrology services next year, offering advanced, affordable care under Ayushman Bharat. Read more.
Sonia Gandhi Slams Modi Govt Over MGNREGA Bill
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi accuses the BJP government of attacking farmers and labourers by replacing MGNREGA with a new scheme. She claims the law was bulldozed without consultation.
MGNREGS Changes to Triple Financial Burden on States
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.
Punjab to hold special session on MGNREGA changes, Agniveer
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces a special Vidhan Sabha session in January 2025 to challenge the Centre's revised MGNREGA rules and the Agniveer scheme, citing financial burden and injustice to the poor.
Telangana's ₹1,500 Cr Burden in Viksit Bharat Scheme Shift
Proposed 60:40 funding split for Viksit Bharat Rozgar Ajeevika Mission could cost Telangana ₹1,000-1,500 crore yearly. State studies implications as central aid drops. Read more.
Telangana's ₹1,500 Cr MGNREGS Burden Under New Funding
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.
Bihar's 'Now or Never' Drive to Accelerate Industrial Investment
Bihar's Chief Secretary pledges swift policy action to boost investment, prioritizes women entrepreneurs, and resolves industry grievances on the spot at Udyog Varta meeting. Read more.
B Ramanath Rai: Renaming MGNREGA insults Mahatma Gandhi
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.
Viksit Bharat Bill Replaces MGNREGA, Guarantees 125 Days Work
Parliament passes VB-G RAM G Bill, replacing MGNREGA. New law guarantees 125 days of rural wage employment annually amid Opposition protests over Gandhi's name removal. Details inside.
Punjab Special Session on MGNREGA Replacement
The Punjab government will hold a special assembly session to discuss replacing MGNREGA with the 'Vibrant Bharat - Gramin Rozgar' scheme. Get the latest details on the debate.
New Bill Seeks to Replace MGNREGA, Shifts Funding to States
The Lok Sabha passes a bill to replace MGNREGA with a new scheme, increasing employment days but shifting wage costs to states. Critics warn of financial strain.
Varanasi students depart for Tamil Nadu under Kashi Tamil Sangamam
A group of 300 students from Varanasi has left for Tamil Nadu under Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, aiming to strengthen North-South cultural ties. Read about this unique educational exchange.
YEF Bharat Summit 2025 in Indore on December 20
The YEF Bharat Summit 2025 will be inaugurated by Madhya Pradesh CM Dr. Mohan Yadav in Indore on December 20. The event aims to empower youth and foster entrepreneurship. Read more.
Vande Bharat Trains Get Regional Food Menu
Indian Railways revamps onboard catering on 11 Vande Bharat Express trains, introducing authentic regional dishes from Kanda Poha to Kosha Paneer. Discover the new culinary journey.
Andhra MP: State's Revenue Deficit Hampers New MGNREGA Plan
TDP MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu highlights Andhra's funding challenge for Viksit Bharat Rozgar scheme, citing post-bifurcation deficit. He offers 5 key reforms.
Bihar officials struggle to recover Rs 10,000 from men
Bihar's Jeevika officials issue notices to three male villagers to recover Rs 10,000 wrongly credited under a women-only scheme. Read about the administrative error and recovery efforts.
New Rural Job Scheme April 2026 Rollout, States Share 40% Cost
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.
TN Parties Condemn BJP's MGNREGS Rename Plan, Protest Dec 18
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.
Bihar, Gates Foundation Launch Dairy & Fisheries Projects
Bihar government partners with Gates Foundation to launch two major initiatives for dairy and fisheries sectors, aiming to boost farmer incomes and modernise rural livelihoods. Read more.
BJP Accused of Erasing Gandhi's Legacy from MGNREGS
Congress leader V D Satheesan accuses the BJP-led Centre of intolerance for removing Mahatma Gandhi's name from the rural jobs scheme. Read about the new Viksit Bharat Bill and the political row.
VB-G RAM G Bill: Key Changes to Rural Jobs Scheme
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.
TN may need extra Rs 4,300 cr yearly for rural jobs scheme
Tamil Nadu officials warn the proposed VB-G RAM-G scheme could cost the state an additional Rs 4,300 crore annually due to altered Centre-state funding. Read the full analysis.
New 125-Day Rural Job Law to Replace MGNREGA
The Modi government is set to introduce a new rural employment law, replacing MGNREGA. Key changes include a 125-day guarantee, fixed state budgets, and a 60-day pause for farming. Read the full details.
MP Demands Ayushman Bharat Coverage Increase to Rs 7.5 Lakh
MP Dr C N Manjunath calls for raising Ayushman Bharat's annual coverage from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 7.5 lakh. He also highlights the critical shortage of doctors in rural India. Read more.
VB-G Ram G Replaces MGNREGA: Key Changes Explained
The MGNREGA scheme is set to be replaced by VB-G Ram G, promising more workdays, AI monitoring, and durable assets for rural India. Explore what changes and what stays for workers and farmers.
Hospital Refunds Rs 16,000 to ASHA Worker After Ayushman Scam
An ASHA worker in Gangavathi was cheated of Rs 16,000 by a private hospital under Ayushman Bharat. After a year-long struggle, the DC's intervention secured a refund. Read the full story.
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