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Congress Eyes Long-Term MGNREGA Agitation Strategy

Congress views the MGNREGA agitation as a long-term sensitisation campaign, differing from the successful farm laws stir due to the nature of its stakeholders - the rural poor. Learn about the strategic shift.

Maharashtra Farmers Question Loan Waiver Data Collection

Maharashtra farmers raise concerns over the state's data collection for a farm loan waiver policy. Experts question the June 2025 cutoff date and its impact on defaults after the CM's 2026 announcement. Details inside.

Congress forms Ajay Maken panel for MGNREGA protest

The Indian National Congress has formed a coordination committee led by Ajay Maken to oversee the 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram' agitation, starting with district press conferences on January 10. Read more about the planned protests.

Congress Launches MGNREGA Protest from Jan 10

The Congress party announces a nationwide 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram' from January 10 to February 25, protesting against the Modi government's alleged weakening of the rural jobs scheme. Learn about their demands.

BJP Alleges AAP Robbed Poor via MGNREGA Corruption

BJP's Ashwani Sharma accuses Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann of failing to provide 100 days of MGNREGA work. He questions missing social audits in 6095 panchayats and inaction on 10,653 corruption cases. Read the full expose.

Tharoor: Can't Blame Govt for Bangladesh Unrest

Shashi Tharoor intervened at a Congress Working Committee meeting, arguing the government cannot be held responsible for the situation in Bangladesh. The resolution was rephrased to focus on diplomatic failure. Read more on the internal party debate.

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.

Rajasthan farmers await decision on 8,000 acres of oran land

Months after a mass protest, communities in Western Rajasthan still await government action to protect vital pasture and sacred oran land from commercial allocation, highlighting concerns over land policy and solar sector development.

Modi pays tribute to Assam Agitation martyrs in Guwahati

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute at the Swahid Smarak Kshetra in Guwahati, becoming the first sitting PM to officially honor the martyrs of the historic Assam Agitation. Read about this significant moment.

Modi Honors Assam Agitation Martyrs in Guwahati

PM Modi paid homage to martyrs of Assam Agitation in Guwahati, following his sharp criticism of Congress over infiltration issues. Read the full story on this significant political visit.

Modi Pays Tribute to Assam Agitation Martyrs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid solemn tributes to the martyrs of the Assam Agitation in Guwahati. He also inaugurated and laid foundation stones for projects worth over Rs 11,000 crore.

PM Modi Pays Tribute to Assam Agitation Martyrs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to the martyrs of the Assam Agitation at the Swahid Smarak Kshetra in Guwahati, honoring their sacrifice for the state's identity and integrity.

Sonia Gandhi Slams Modi Govt Over MGNREGA Repeal

Sonia Gandhi pledges to fight the repeal of MGNREGA, calling it a 'black law'. She accuses the BJP government of attacking farmers and labourers. Read more on the escalating political battle.

WR Motormen Protest Arbitrary Actions, Fatigue Risks

Western Railway motormen & train managers held a protest at Churchgate, citing forced double duties, denied leave, and a 7-month canteen closure. They warn of safety risks from staff exhaustion. Read more.

MLA's MGNREGA Funds: 'Mistake' or Conspiracy?

Uttarkashi MLA Durgeshwar Lal faces controversy as ₹22,962 credited to his & wife's accounts under MGNREGA. Officials call it a 'mistake', MLA alleges conspiracy. Read details.

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