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Himachal MGNREGA: SC/ST women lead as budget shrinks

Women from SC & ST categories remain primary MGNREGA beneficiaries in Himachal Pradesh despite falling budgets. Officials warn new VB-G RAM G scheme's norms could slash workdays & funds. Read more.

New Rural Job Act's Funding Shift Strains States

The new VB-G RAM G Act replaces MGNREGA, shifting more fiscal burden to states. Analysis reveals a potential Rs 30,000 crore extra cost and implementation hurdles. Read the full story.

Punjab Undecided on Centre's Mandatory Gram Sabha Order

Punjab government debates defying Centre's order for mandatory Gram Sabhas on Dec 26 to promote VB-G Ram G, the revamped MGNREGA, ahead of its special assembly session to oppose the scheme. Details inside.

Congress: New Act Shifts MGNREGA Burden to States

Congress leader Vijay Inder Singla alleges the Centre is weakening MGNREGA by changing its funding model to a 40:60 cost-sharing ratio, placing a heavy burden on states. Read the full story.

Raje Slams Congress Over 'Ram' Opposition

Vasundhara Raje criticizes Congress for opposing renaming of employment scheme to G Ram G. She says Ram is life for BJP. Read the full political row.

Himachal Pradesh Notifies Trader Welfare Scheme Statewide

Himachal Pradesh government launches a comprehensive welfare scheme for small traders across all Urban Local Bodies. The scheme offers financial aid and pension benefits. Learn more about eligibility and application.

Bengal renames Karmashree scheme to Mahatma-Shree

West Bengal's TMC government renames Karmashree scheme to Mahatma-Shree in response to Centre's VB-G RAM G Bill, which removed Mahatma Gandhi's name from the rural employment guarantee scheme. Read the full story.

Punjab's 6th Special Session in Jan, AAP Skips Regular Sittings

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces a sixth special session in January to oppose VB G RAM G scheme. The AAP government's reliance on special sittings, a practice born from a 2022 standoff with the Governor, now replaces regular sessions, drawing Opposition

VB-G RAM G Bill Passed, Replaces MGNREGA Amid Protests

Lok Sabha passes Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission-Gramin Bill, replacing MGNREGA. Minister Chouhan defends changes, citing corruption in old scheme. Opposition protests removal of Gandhi's name.

Statue of Unity sculptor Ram Sutar passes away

Padma Bhushan awardee and legendary sculptor Ram Sutar, the creative force behind the Statue of Unity, passed away on December 17. Read about his life and iconic legacy.

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