Tharoor Criticises SHANTI Nuclear Bill as Risky
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor strongly criticised the SHANTI Bill on nuclear energy in Lok Sabha, calling it a risky move that prioritises capital over public safety and lacks safeguards.
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Civil Society Groups Announce Protests Against MGNREGA End
Civil society groups, including MGNREGA's founding members, announce nationwide protests against the bill to end the rural job guarantee scheme, calling it a betrayal of national consensus.
Lok Sabha Passes Delhi Services Bill
The Lok Sabha passed the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023, after intense debate. The bill centralizes control over Delhi's bureaucracy. Read the full details and reactions.
Stalin, EPS Clash Over MGNREGA Renaming to VB-GRAM-G
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin and AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami spar over the Centre's move to rename MGNREGA. Stalin accuses EPS of siding with BJP, while EPS defends his stance. Read the full political showdown.
Congress Protests MGNREGA Renaming, Targets BJP
Congress leaders in Karnataka protest the Union govt's plan to replace MGNREGA, accusing BJP of renaming schemes and indulging in hate politics. Details inside.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill for Private Investment in Nuclear Energy
The Lok Sabha has passed a landmark bill allowing private sector participation in India's nuclear energy sector, aiming to boost clean power generation and meet climate goals. Read the full story.
MPCC Protests Renaming MGNREGA to Viksit Bharat Mission
Mizoram Congress strongly opposes BJP's proposal to rename MGNREGA to 'VB-G RAM G', alleging it erases Gandhi's legacy and shifts burden to states. Read the full story.
Congress Protests Renaming of MGNREGA in Mandya
Congress activists in Mandya protest the Centre's proposal to rename MGNREGA as 'G-RAM-G Act,' calling it an attack on Gandhi's legacy. State-wide agitation threatened.
Karnataka tables Bill for 6-6-5 SC internal reservation
Karnataka govt tables Bill for 6-6-5 internal SC quota, lifting recruitment freeze. Details on categories, excluded tribes, and legal amendments inside.
Lok Sabha Passes SHANTI Bill, Opens Nuclear Sector
Lok Sabha passes the SHANTI Bill, repealing old laws to open India's nuclear sector for private investment. The bill sets an ambitious target of 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047, boosting clean energy goals.
Parliament Passes 100% FDI Insurance Bill
Parliament passes the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill, allowing 100% FDI in insurance. The bill aims to transform the sector, ease coverage access, and bring universal protection by 2047. Read the key amendments.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill for Private Role in Nuclear Energy
The Lok Sabha has passed a landmark bill allowing private sector participation in India's nuclear energy sector. Union Minister Jitendra Singh hails it as a milestone for national development. Read more.
Govt Proposes MGNREGA Rebrand as 'Viksit Bharat Guranatee'
A new bill proposes transforming MGNREGA into the 'Viksit Bharat Guranatee for Rozgar & Ajeevika Mission'. Discover the planned changes and their impact on rural employment in India.
Karnataka Congress Protests MGNREGA Renaming, Herald Case
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar led a major protest in Belagavi against the MGNREGA name change and the National Herald case. Read full details.
VB-G RAM G Bill 2025: A Threat to MGNREGA's Legacy
Economist Jean Drèze argues the VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 dismantles India's rural job guarantee by shifting burdens to states. Analysis of funding changes and worker rights.
Insurance Bill 2025: Biggest Reform in Decades
The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill 2025 marks India's biggest insurance reform, allowing 100% FDI, new intermediaries, and stronger policyholder protection. Read the full analysis.
Insurance Stocks Jump After Lok Sabha Nod to Amendment Bill
LIC, Niva Bupa, and ICICI Lombard shares rallied after the Lok Sabha passed the Insurance Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, boosting investor sentiment for the sector's growth.
Govt Pushes Key Bills in Lok Sabha, Congress Issues Whip
The Modi government is set to pass the SHANTI Bill and VB-G RAM G Bill in Lok Sabha today, ignoring Opposition calls for scrutiny. Congress mandates MP presence for 3 days. Follow for live updates.
Farm Labour Shortage & MGNREGA: What Data Reveals
The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day pause in rural works during peak farming seasons. We analyse if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages, examining wage data and rising female workforce participation. Read the facts.
VB-G RAM G Bill's 60-Day Farm Season Pause: Labour Shortage Debate
The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day halt to rural work during peak farming seasons. We examine data on rural wages and female LFPR to see if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages. Read the full analysis.
MLA Dhaliwal: VB-G RAM G Bill Threatens MGNREGA Spirit
Phagwara MLA Balwinder Singh Dhaliwal warns the proposed VB-G RAM G Bill cripples MGNREGA's 100-day guarantee and cooperative federalism. Read the full analysis.
Mann Criticises BJP's MGNREGA Rebrand, Focus on Wages
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann criticises Centre's move to rename MGNREGA, urges focus on wages & weeding out fake beneficiaries. Also addresses kabaddi violence. Read more.
Congress Protests Renaming MGNREGA, Alleges BJP Erasing Gandhi
Telangana Congress leaders criticise Centre's proposal to rename MGNREGA, calling it an attempt to erase Gandhi's legacy. Protests announced for Dec 17 & 28. Read more.
Congress Protests MGNREGA Bill, Rahul Gandhi Slams Govt
Congress staged protests against the MGNREGA bill, calling it 'anti-people'. Rahul Gandhi accused PM Modi of targeting the poor, while Shashi Tharoor used a Bollywood song to criticize the government. Read more.
Siddaramaiah criticises Centre's move to replace MGNREGA
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah strongly criticises the central government's decision to replace the MGNREGA scheme with a new mission. Read the full story on the political clash over rural employment guarantees.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill to Raise Insurance FDI Limit to 100%
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill to increase the foreign direct investment limit in the insurance sector to 100%. This move aims to boost capital inflow and enhance insurance penetration in India. Read more for details and analysis.
Kerala Opposes MGNREGA Changes, Fears Heavy Financial Burden
Kerala's Local Self-Govt Minister M B Rajesh alleges the Centre's MGNREGA amendments dismantle the job guarantee scheme, shifting a 40% cost burden to states. Kerala could lose Rs 1,600 crore annually. Read more.
Govt Pushes SHANTI, VB-G RAM G Bills Amid Opposition Pushback
The Indian government introduced the SHANTI and VB-G RAM G Bills in Lok Sabha this week, facing immediate objections from the Opposition. Get the latest details on the parliamentary proceedings.
Lok Sabha Chaos Over MGNREGA Changes, Viksit Bharat Bill
Winter Session sees uproar as Opposition targets MGNREGA overhaul & Viksit Bharat Rozgar Bill. Priyanka Gandhi calls it an 'illusion', while ministers defend reforms. Key bills on FDI in insurance & colonial law repeal also tabled.
MGNREGA Move to Cost Kerala Rs 1,600 Crore Annually
Kerala Minister M B Rajesh claims the Centre's move to replace MGNREGA will cost the state Rs 1,600 crore yearly, alleging a decade-long effort to scuttle the scheme. Read the full story.
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