Karnataka MGNREGA workers face declining work days
A 2024 study reveals Karnataka's MGNREGA provides only half the guaranteed work days. As funds decline, rural workers report slipping progress in the scheme's 20th year. Learn about the challenges.
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MGNREGA Study Shows 50% Employment Shortfall in Karnataka
A 2024 Karnataka study reveals MGNREGA provides only half the guaranteed employment days amid budget cuts. Discover how rural families face progress reversal after two decades of the scheme.
PU Students Give Nov 18 Deadline for Election Schedule
Panjab University students escalate protest, threatening to block exams if Senate election schedule isn't announced by November 18. Administration vows to ensure peaceful conduct of examinations.
India's Inflation Hits Record Low 0.25% in October
India's retail inflation plunges to 0.25%, global rice prices fall after export curbs rollback, and US flight disruptions continue. Get data-driven insights on this week's top stories.
Six Arrested for Stone Pelting at Farmers' Protest
Police arrest six individuals following violent stone pelting incident during farmers' protest near Hukkeri, Karnataka. Investigation ongoing to identify more perpetrators.
Sugarcane Farmers Block Roads Seeking ₹35,000 Per Tonne
Sugarcane farmers in Karnataka continue road blockade demanding ₹35,000 per tonne. Protest enters second day near sugar factory. Police deployment increased.
PU Students, Farmers Protest Senate Election Delay
Massive protest at Panjab University as students and farmers demand Senate elections. Over 8,000 gather with tractors, langar in show of solidarity against government restructuring.
36 Farmers Detained in Moga Rail Block Protest
36 farmers detained in Moga as they blocked railway tracks protesting for MSP guarantee and debt waiver. Latest updates on Punjab farmers' agitation and police response.
Karnataka Farmers Pause Protest, Give Govt 48-Hr Deadline
Sugarcane growers in Karnataka defer planned highway blockade after government assurances, setting 2-day deadline for price resolution amid mounting agricultural distress.
University Students Hold Officials Hostage Over Delayed Results
Angry students at Jharkhand's Nilamber Pitamber University held officials captive for hours, demanding immediate declaration of delayed exam results. The dramatic protest highlights growing student frustration with administrative delays in Indian universi
Karnataka Farmers Protest Sugarcane Prices
Karnataka sugarcane farmers escalate protests, demanding fair prices and immediate payments from mill owners. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah intervenes as crisis deepens.
Karnataka Sugarcane Farmers Continue Protest Despite Talks Offer
Karnataka sugarcane growers continue their protest despite minister's invitation for talks. Farmers demand higher prices and timely payments amid growing unrest in the agricultural sector.
Aadhaar eKYC blocks 3.8L Andhra MGNREGA workers
Exclusive report reveals how Aadhaar eKYC requirements are blocking nearly 3.8 lakh workers from MGNREGA employment in Andhra Pradesh, causing a significant decline in rural job opportunities.
Ludhiana riot victims to protest unfulfilled promises
Victims of 2022 Ludhiana riots announce fresh agitation against Punjab government's failure to deliver compensation and rehabilitation promises. Protest planned at Deputy Commissioner's office.
Govt Pushes MGNREGA Funds for Drinking Water Security
Central government urges states to create protected drinking water zones and utilize MGNREGA workforce for water conservation projects amid growing water scarcity concerns.
Parliament OKs ₹1.48L Cr Additional Spending
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman secures Parliament approval for massive supplementary spending, with focus on rural employment and defense. Discover how this impacts fiscal deficit and economic growth.
Jarange-Patil supports farmers' protest in Maharashtra
Prominent Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange-Patil extends crucial support to former MLA Bacchu Kadu's farmers' agitation in Maharashtra, demanding immediate government action on agricultural issues.
Nagpur Farmers Protest: Bombay HC Orders Vacate Site
Farmers' protest in Nagpur escalates as Bombay High Court directs agitators to vacate protest site. The ongoing demonstration highlights agricultural distress in Maharashtra.
Maharashtra Farmer Protest: 20km Highway Jam, Rail Blockade Threat
Nagpur farmer protests intensify as Bachchu Kadu rejects Mumbai negotiations, creating massive 20km highway blockade. Farmers threaten rail blockade if loan waiver demands aren't met, escalating Maharashtra's agricultural crisis.
Nagpur Farmers Block Highways, Rail Tracks in Loan Waiver Protest
Maharashtra farmers intensify protest with highway blockade and rail roko agitation in Nagpur, demanding complete loan waiver and government action on pending promises.
SC Rebukes Centre Over MGNREGA Funds to West Bengal
The Supreme Court delivers a stern rebuke to the central government for withholding MGNREGA funds to West Bengal, calling it a violation of fundamental rights and a victory for the state's rural poor.
SC Rebukes Centre Over Bengal MGNREGA Funds
West Bengal's ruling TMC and opposition Left parties unite in celebrating Supreme Court's strong rebuke to Centre over withheld MGNREGA funds. The landmark judgment exposes 'grave injustice' to millions of workers.
CPM Protests Erupt in Tripura Over Crime & Corruption
CPM launches massive statewide protests in Tripura, demanding immediate government action against deteriorating law and order and corruption scandals. Party leaders vow to intensify agitation.
Karnataka Sugarcane Farmers Demand ₹35K/Tonne, Protest Oct 30
Thousands of sugarcane growers in Karnataka are gearing up for a major protest on October 30, demanding increased prices and government support amid rising production costs.
SC Rejects Centre's Plea Against West Bengal MGNREGA
In a major setback for the Central Government, the Supreme Court has rejected its plea against implementing MGNREGA in West Bengal. The court questioned the Centre's 'selective release' of funds and upheld the Calcutta High Court order.
Punjab Farmers Block Highway in Rice Miller Payment Protest
Hundreds of Punjab farmers blocked the Jalandhar-Delhi highway demanding immediate payment from rice millers. The protest highlights growing tensions in agricultural sector.
Karnal bans grain vehicles at borders amid protests
Karnal district administration imposes complete restriction on grain-carrying vehicles at border checkpoints amid escalating farmer protests. DC and SP issue joint directive to security forces.
Farmers gherao pollution official in Mansa for 2 hours
Approximately 200 farmers in Mansa surrounded and detained a Punjab Pollution Control Board official for two hours, demanding action against industrial pollution damaging crops and groundwater.
Gujarat Cabinet Reshuffle: Patel, Thakor Benched
In a significant political reorganization, the Gujarat government benches prominent quota agitation leaders Hardik Patel and Alpesh Thakor, signaling strategic shifts ahead of upcoming elections.
Himachal pensioners plan statewide protest from November
Retired government employees in Himachal Pradesh threaten massive agitation starting November if state government fails to address their long-pending demands including pension revisions and dearness relief.
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