Government data shows MGNREGA provided an average of just 48 days of work per household over five years, far short of the promised 125 days. Explore the reasons and implications for rural employment.
Cyberabad police report a 1% drop in overall crime for 2025, with cybercrime constituting 21% of cases. Road accidents rise, but fatalities fall. Read the full analysis.
Kanpur's Saras Mela, from Jan 4-6 at Moti Jheel Lawn, will showcase self-help groups' products. The fair aims to boost rural marketing and women's economic empowerment. Read details.
Uttar Pradesh government allocates Rs 3,500 crore for health infrastructure, hospital expansion, and modern equipment. Focus on rural healthcare and Ayushman Bharat implementation.
Rachakonda police report a 15% overall crime increase in 2025, though crimes against women and cybercrime see a decline. Commissioner Sudheer Babu details key statistics and ongoing investigations.
President Murmu assents to VB-G RAM G Bill, replacing MGNREGA. While work days rise to 125, funding burden on states & a 60-day pause in peak farm season spark debate. Analysis inside.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Taylor Swift's clever lyric in 'Wood' sparked massive online searches in 2025, making it Genius's 4th most-viewed song. Discover how one line fueled cultural buzz.
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.
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.
Canada's population fell by 0.2% in Q3 2025, the first drop since 2020. The decline is linked to new caps on international student permits. Read the full analysis.
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.
Pune Police's Mission Parivartan has successfully reformed over 700 juvenile offenders through skill training and counselling. A 19-year-old's story highlights the transformative journey from crime to becoming a role model. Read how this initiative is cha
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.
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.
A 16-year-old boy was stabbed to death by a classmate in a Pune coaching centre. Police seek trial of the juvenile as an adult. Read the full details.
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.
Bihar reports record growth in milk, egg, and meat production for 2024-25, exceeding national rates. Yet, per capita availability for residents remains critically low compared to India's average. Details inside.
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.
Taj Mahal remains India's most popular monument, attracting 6.9 million visitors in 2024. Discover the full top 10 list and key tourism trends from the latest ASI data.
Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav reveals 324 police encounters since 2022, resulting in 68 deaths and improved law enforcement. Read about the state's crime crackdown.
A minor argument between children in Bhind's Bahadurpur village escalated into deadly gunfire, leaving one dead and two injured. Police hunt for accused brothers who fled the scene.
Indian Statistical Institute faces a governance overhaul. Faculty, staff, and students protest the draft ISI Bill 2025, calling it a threat to the institute's 94-year legacy of independence. Rally planned for Nov 28.
RTI data reveals 19 IITs report better BTech placements for 2024-25 compared to previous year, yet figures remain below 2021-22 peak levels. Key trends and director insights analyzed.