Opposition Accuses BJP of Erasing Gandhi's Legacy from MGNREGS
Congress leader V D Satheesan accuses the Union govt of intolerance for renaming MGNREGS, linking it to Sangh's hostility. He vows national resistance to the move.
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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.
Opposition Slams Govt for Renaming MGNREGA, Dropping Gandhi's Name
Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra lead opposition against renaming MGNREGA to VB-G RAM G Bill, calling it an assault on Gandhi's legacy. Read the latest political row.
TMC Protests Renaming MGNREGA, Calls It Insult to Gandhi
Trinamool Congress criticizes the Union government's proposed bill to replace MGNREGA with VB-G RAM G, terming it an attempt to erase Mahatma Gandhi's legacy. TMC leaders vow protests.
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.
Gehlot: MGNREGA Renaming Shows Govt's Petty Mindset
Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot condemns the NDA's proposal to rename MGNREGA, calling it an attempt to erase Mahatma Gandhi's legacy. Read about the political backlash and civil society's concerns.
MP Governor's House Now Called Lok Bhavan
Madhya Pradesh officially changes Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan per MHA directive. CM Mohan Yadav met Governor at newly named Lok Bhavan. Discover which other states have made the switch.
Punjab Governor's House Renamed from Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan
Punjab Governor's official residence in Chandigarh is now Lok Bhavan. Governor Gulab Chand Kataria welcomed the change, linking it to Sardar Patel's vision and India's democratic ethos.
Punjab's Raj Bhavan Renamed Lok Bhavan
Punjab's Raj Bhavan is now Lok Bhavan, a people-centric rebranding by the Centre. The historic change reflects a shift towards public accessibility. Read more.
Delhi's Raj Niwas Officially Renamed Lok Niwas
Delhi's Raj Niwas, the LG's official residence, is now Lok Niwas following an MHA directive to shed colonial-era names. Discover the states that have made similar changes.
Jharkhand Raj Bhavans renamed Lok Bhavan per MHA directive
Jharkhand's Raj Bhavans in Ranchi and Dumka are now Lok Bhavans. Governor Gangwar pledges enhanced public accessibility. Explore the history and political reactions.
Rs 622 Crore MGNREGS Funds for Karnataka Pending
The Union Ministry of Rural Development has yet to release Rs 622 crore in MGNREGS dues to Karnataka, including wages and material costs. Learn the details and implications.
Chhattisgarh Raj Bhavan officially renamed Lok Bhavan
Chhattisgarh Governor's residence is now 'Lok Bhavan' following a central directive. The change, effective Dec 2, 2025, aims to reflect a 'people's house'. Read the full story.
8 States, Ladakh Rename Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan
Following an MHA directive, eight Indian states and Ladakh UT have renamed the Governor's house from 'Raj Bhavan' to 'Lok Bhavan' to move away from colonial-era nomenclature. Read the full story.
AP Tops South India in MGNREGS e-KYC, 11.4% Deactivation
Andhra Pradesh records lowest MGNREGS job card deactivation at 11.4% in southern states. State's empathetic approach ensures no genuine worker is left behind. Read the full story.
Navi Mumbai Railway Station Renamed to Include Karave
Central Railway renames Seawoods-Darave station to Seawoods-Darave-Karave in Navi Mumbai, changing its station code. The move follows a state government request.
Kerala Raj Bhavan Officially Renamed Lok Bhavan
Kerala's Raj Bhavan is now Lok Bhavan following a Union directive. Governor Arlekar calls it a shift from colonial to democratic mindset. Read about the historic change.
Bihar Raj Bhavan renamed 'Lok Bhavan'
Patna's historic Raj Bhavan is now Bihar Lok Bhavan, following a central directive to replace colonial-era names. The 1916 building's new identity sparks debate on symbolism vs. substance.
Uttarakhand Raj Bhavan Now Lok Bhavan
Uttarakhand renames Governor's residences in Dehradun & Nainital to Lok Bhavan, following a central advisory to drop colonial-era titles. Read about the symbolic shift.
West Bengal Raj Bhavan Renamed Lok Bhavan
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose renames Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan through official notification. Historic change reflects people-centric governance approach in Kolkata.
West Bengal Raj Bhavan renamed Lok Bhavan
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose oversees historic renaming of Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan in Kolkata, marking a symbolic shift in governance approach. Read more about this significant development.
West Bengal MGNREGS Funds Restored After 2 Years
After a prolonged two-year suspension, West Bengal finally receives central government approval for MGNREGS funds release. Discover the implications for rural employment and the state's economy.
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