Bengaluru Protest: 500 Demand Higher Pension, Housing Support
Over 500 single mothers, devadasis & gravediggers protested at Bengaluru's Freedom Park, demanding Rs 10,000 monthly pension & housing loans. Read their struggle for dignity.
Over 500 single mothers, devadasis & gravediggers protested at Bengaluru's Freedom Park, demanding Rs 10,000 monthly pension & housing loans. Read their struggle for dignity.
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.
Labour and farm unions in Bathinda protested the Viksit Bharat Guarantee Bill, calling it a betrayal of rural workers. They demand MGNREGA be strengthened instead.
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.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah reveals 43% of guarantee scheme funds were allocated to North Karnataka. A committee's report on the region's condition is due in January. Read more.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara informed the Assembly that 12 cases were registered for raising pro-Pakistan slogans. He also revealed recommendations to dismiss police officials involved in crimes. Read the full report.
The Karnataka Legislative Assembly has passed six crucial resolutions focused on the development of North Karnataka, including a push for an AIIMS in Raichur. Get the full details on the landmark decisions.
Congress committees in Nagaland staged a protest in Kohima against the bill to repeal MGNREGA, calling it a lifeline for rural poor. Read about the potential impact on farmers and daily wage earners.
Karnataka Assembly passes SC sub-classification bill, dividing 17% quota among 101 communities. The move lifts a freeze on government appointments and fulfills a Congress poll promise. Read the full story.
Karnataka's Legislative Council passed 11 crucial bills, including the Karnataka Land Revenue Amendment Bill, in a single day. Key legislation on land, co-operative societies, and more approved. Read the full details.
The Karnataka Legislative Council approved 11 crucial bills in one day, including amendments to the Karnataka State Universities Act. Discover the key legislative changes.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann criticises Centre's move to rename MGNREGA, urges focus on wages & weeding out fake beneficiaries. Also addresses kabaddi violence. 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.
Karnataka government tables supplementary budget of ₹6,280 crore, including ₹10 crore for Davos delegation. Get the latest details on fund allocation and Assembly approval.
Karnataka Home Minister announces approval for recruiting 1,600 PSIs to strengthen the police force. The move addresses vacancies and enhances law enforcement capabilities across the state.
Karnataka's Department of Skill Development will host an International Job Fair in 2025, targeting 10,000+ jobs for skilled youth. Learn about the state's new employment initiatives.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah strongly criticises the central government's decision to replace the MGNREGA scheme with a new mission. Read the full story on the political clash over rural employment guarantees.
Kerala Minister M B Rajesh claims the Centre's move to replace MGNREGA will cost the state Rs 1,600 crore yearly, alleging a decade-long effort to scuttle the scheme. Read the full story.
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.
Karnataka government commits to addressing the outdated Rent Control Act, promising action following a heated Assembly debate. Tenants and landlords await concrete steps.
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.
Karnataka government increases maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer to ensure better price support. Learn how this move impacts farmers and the state's agricultural policy.
A new survey in Karnataka shows parents prefer government schools, shifting to private institutions only under specific conditions. Discover the key factors influencing education choices.
Karnataka government raises maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer, offering ₹2,090 per quintal. A major relief for growers facing price volatility. Read details.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah claims Congress govt fulfilled 242 promises, launched Rs 298 crore projects in Hassan, and successfully implemented all guarantee schemes within a year. Read more.
VHP threatens statewide agitation in Karnataka against proposed amendments to ease cattle transport law, citing threat to farmers and culture. Details inside.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces September 13 as Women Employees Day but denies a government holiday. Read the full story on the state's decision and its implications.
Karnataka introduces a landmark policy granting female government employees one day of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to promote health and gender equity.
Karnataka's education department is upgrading 474 government schools to KPS magnet schools, offering LKG to UG on one campus to reverse a 19% enrollment decline. Learn about the new single-campus model.
BJP Raitha Morcha members staged a protest rally in Dharwad, accusing the state government of denying MSP and halting welfare schemes. Key leaders joined the demonstration.