India-NZ FTA to Boost Exports, Jobs via Zero-Duty Access
India's new FTA with New Zealand promises zero-duty access for exports, services mobility, and a major boost for jobs. Learn how this deal transforms trade.
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India & New Zealand Sign Historic Free Trade Agreement
India and New Zealand finalise a landmark FTA, unlocking $20B investment and boosting trade. Deal covers 95% of NZ exports, aims to double bilateral trade in 5 years. Read more.
MNREGA Revamp: Risks to Universal Job Guarantee Promise
As India's rural job scheme is relaunched, experts warn that a proposed 60-day calendar gap and shared state funding could undermine its universal promise. Read why its core principles need protection.
Rural Job Scheme Now 125 Days, President Murmu Gives Assent
President Droupadi Murmu has approved the VB-G RAM G Bill, enhancing the rural job guarantee to 125 days annually. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi hails the scheme as transparent and progressive for rural development.
Gujarat gets 9 roads, 12 bridges under PMGSY this year
Union govt reveals 9 roads & 12 bridges constructed in Gujarat under PMGSY-III in ongoing FY. Details on districts, lengths, and status of PMGSY-IV inside. Read more.
CJI: Supreme Court Judgments Now in 16 Indian Languages
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced Supreme Court judgments are being translated into 16 languages to enhance access to justice. He emphasized preserving Hindi heritage at an Etawah event.
Rs 94 Crore Released for Uttarakhand Rural Bodies
The Central Government has disbursed Rs 94 crore to Uttarakhand's rural local bodies for development works. This fund release is part of the 15th Finance Commission grant.
₹127 Crore Released for Tamil Nadu Rural Local Bodies
The Central Government has disbursed over ₹127 crore to Tamil Nadu's rural local bodies under the 15th Finance Commission grants. This funding aims to boost essential services and infrastructure development in villages. Read more about the allocation and
XLRI & NABARD Launch XCITE Rural Business Incubation Centre
XLRI Jamshedpur, with NABARD support, launches XCITE, a rural business incubation centre to foster sustainable entrepreneurship and empower rural innovators. Discover the future of rural India.
India-Oman Trade Pact Opens New Doors for Textile Exports
The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) promises zero-duty access for Indian textiles, boosting exports and creating over 100,000 jobs. Explore the strategic benefits.
Six Held in Jaisalmer for Illegal Religious Conversions
A German couple and four Indians detained in Sriganganagar for alleged illegal conversions. Police probe border area access and visa violations. Read the full investigation details.
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.
India Signs Historic Free Trade Pact with Oman
India inks a landmark CEPA with Oman, securing zero-duty access on 98% of tariff lines. The deal aims to boost exports by $2B, benefiting labour-intensive sectors and deepening West Asia ties. Read more.
Delhi's online classes widen learning gap for poor children
As Delhi's pollution forces schools online, children from impoverished families struggle without phones or internet. Their fight for education reveals India's deep digital divide. Read their story.
Nagaland Congress Protests Against MGNREGA Repeal
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.
Regional Rural Banks Unveil New Unified Brand Logo
India's 43 Regional Rural Banks launch a common logo to strengthen their unified identity and enhance trust in rural banking. Discover the strategy behind this rebranding move.
UP Digital Libraries in 11,350 Panchayats for Exam Prep
Uttar Pradesh launches a major digital education initiative, setting up digital libraries in 11,350 gram panchayats to provide rural youth with modern study resources for competitive exams. Discover how this Rs 4 lakh per library scheme works.
India-Oman FTA Opens Vast Opportunities in Key Sectors
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal says the India-Oman Free Trade Agreement will boost exports in textiles, autos, and renewable energy. Learn how this strategic pact expands market access.
Chouhan Introduces New Rural Employment Bill in Lok Sabha
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan introduces the VB-G RAM G Bill, aiming to modernize rural employment frameworks for Viksit Bharat 2047. Read the full details.
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.
Varkala resort fire highlights emergency access crisis
A major fire at a Varkala cliff-top resort underscores the urgent need for emergency access routes. Officials cite land and environmental hurdles, while locals demand action. Read more.
Prayagraj Woman's Tent Business Empowers Rural Women
Sheela Devi of Prayagraj overcame adversity to build a lakhs-earning tent house business and empower dozens of rural women through self-help groups and Mission Shakti. Read her inspiring journey.
Why India's Courts Fail Women Seeking Justice
An on-ground report reveals how patriarchal norms, delays, and insensitive attitudes create hostile court environments for women litigants. True access to justice demands systemic introspection.
CJI Surya Kant Focuses on Affordable, Timely Justice for All
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, pledged to reduce litigation costs and set reasonable case timelines to make the Supreme Court accessible to every citizen. Read his full vision for judicial reform.
Russia May Open Central Asia For India, Explains Kugelman
Michael Kugelman decodes Putin's post-Ukraine India visit. How Russia can help India counter China in Central Asia, despite Western pressure on energy ties. A new Great Game unfolds.
Russia Agrees to Greater Market Access for Indian Goods
Russia agrees to boost market access for Indian goods and deepen cooperation in LNG, LPG, and coal gasification tech. A major win for India-Russia trade ties. Read more.
Russia Ratifies RELOS Pact, India Gets Access to Military Bases
Russia ratifies the RELOS military logistics pact with India, granting mutual base access. The deal, timed before Putin's Delhi visit, reshapes South Asian power dynamics. Read more.
How Tribal Health Navigators Are Changing Healthcare in Karnataka
A pilot program using Tribal Health Navigators in Chamarajanagar has saved lives and improved hospital trust. Discover how this model works and the challenges blocking its expansion across Karnataka.
Farm Price Deflation Threatens India's Rural Demand
Stagnant farm incomes from Kharif and a bleak winter crop outlook are squeezing rural spending, posing a risk to FMCG and durable goods sales. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
BC Sakhis: Women Driving Financial Inclusion in Rural India
Banking Correspondent Sakhis are revolutionizing rural finance, handling over 375 million transactions. Discover how this grassroots network is bridging India's credit gap and empowering women.
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