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.
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Punjab tops North India in MGNREGS fake job card removal
Punjab accounts for 82% of MGNREGS job cards cancelled in North India over six years. Get the full data on the nationwide drive to weed out ineligible beneficiaries.
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.
Centre: Nehru Papers Not Missing, Transferred in 2008
The Centre clarifies Jawaharlal Nehru's papers are not missing, citing a 2008 transfer to Sonia Gandhi. Congress demands apology over 'misleading' claims. Read the full story.
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.
Vijayawada School Gets New Books, 25 Computers in 9 Days
Sharada Zilla Parishad School in Chilakaluripeta receives a modern computer lab and classic storybooks, fulfilling Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan's pledge made during a Mega PTM. Read about this educational boost.
Punjab Sees Lowest Rural Poll Turnout Since 2008
Punjab's Zila Parishad and Block Samiti elections witness a sharp 20-point drop in voter turnout to 48.4%, the lowest since 2008. Opposition calls it a vote of no confidence in AAP, while the ruling party cites peaceful polls. Read the full analysis.
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.
Sonia Gandhi to PMML: Staff Will Look Into Nehru Papers
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has assured the Prime Ministers' Museum & Library of cooperation regarding Jawaharlal Nehru's private papers. The museum had sought access to the 51 cartons reclaimed in 2008.
Karnataka Libraries Lack Updated Competitive Exam Books
Public libraries in Karnataka face a shortage of updated competitive exam books despite high student footfall. The state is considering policy changes to address procurement and price cap issues.
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.
Kerala's Top Library Denies UPI, Faces Infrastructure Woes
Kerala's State Central Library in Thiruvananthapuram lacks UPI payments and modern shelves, causing student inconvenience. Despite high demand, govt delays funds and digital shift. Read more.
Punjab Villages Honour Dharmendra on Birth Anniversary
Fans and villages in Ludhiana district pay tribute to Dharmendra on his first birth anniversary since his death. Plans for a memorial library and special prayers mark the occasion. Read more.
Fire in BHU Cyber Library, All Students Safe
A fire broke out in the UPS room of BHU's Cyber Library in Varanasi. All 400 students were evacuated safely. Short circuit suspected. Read the full report.
Punjab's Atta-Dal Expansion Hits Funds Roadblock
Punjab's AAP government stalls plan to add sugar, tea leaves & mustard oil to Atta-Dal scheme from 2026 due to financial burden. Details on the Rs 1000 crore hurdle inside.
Punjab Panchayat Election Police Conduct Challenged in HC
A petition filed in Punjab & Haryana High Court alleges police interference in panchayat elections. The court seeks government response by July 18. Read the full details.
Bhavan Vidyalaya Celebrates National Library Week
Bhavan Vidyalaya in Chandigarh celebrated National Library Week with a vibrant literary festival, featuring author talks, book fairs, and student-led activities to promote reading culture.
Talking Book Library Empowers Visually-Impaired Students
Berhampur University's new 'talking book library' converts texts to audio, aiding visually-impaired students in independent research. Discover how this initiative promotes inclusive higher education.
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.
Trichy's Kamarajar Library to Complete by January
School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi announced the ₹290-crore Kamarajar library in Trichy will be ready by January. The project highlights Tamil Nadu's educational development.
Maharashtra Librarians Demand Fair Pay After 57 Years
Maharashtra librarians, earning as low as ₹2,223 monthly, plan silent protest in Wardha demanding threefold salary increase and library modernization. Learn why these community pillars feel abandoned.
Punjab's ₹16,209 Crore Road Project: 44,920 km to be Built
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces state's biggest-ever road project covering 44,920 km with ₹16,209 crore investment. Villages to certify quality before payment release. Read details.
Punjab Releases Rs 213Cr for Development Works
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced Rs 213 crore release under Rangla Punjab Scheme for constituency development. Learn how funds will transform villages and cities.
Bihar's Kaimur Hills: No Power Despite Govt Schemes
Despite NDA's 125 free electricity units, 70,000 tribal residents in Bihar's Kaimur hills live without power. Failed solar projects & non-functional toilets expose implementation gaps. Read more.
Fake MGNREGA Cards Scam Exposed in Punjab
Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan orders probe into massive MGNREGA fraud involving fake job cards and contractor manipulation in Punjab. Investigation reveals widespread corruption.
Miami Court Sets 2026 Trial in Trump Library Land Case
A Miami judge schedules an August 2026 trial for the disputed land intended for Donald Trump's presidential library, halting the $67M transfer. Explore the legal battle over public transparency.
National Library Partners with Dravidian University
National Library of India and Dravidian University sign cooperation agreement to enhance Library and Information Science education through internships and research. Discover how this benefits students.
Yale Library Staff Survey Reveals Workplace Crisis
Yale Law School library staff survey exposes critical workplace issues: less than 25% feel treated fairly, high stress, and leadership dissatisfaction. Learn why this matters for Indian institutions.
Rural Economy Fuels Mutual Fund Expansion in India
India's rural economy outperforms with 5% agricultural growth, driving mutual fund houses to launch rural-focused schemes. Discover how digital platforms are transforming investment patterns beyond top cities.
JNU Students Remove Facial Recognition from Library
JNU students uproot facial recognition system at library, administration seeks security report. Controversial surveillance technology faces student resistance on campus.
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