Karnataka to legally challenge Centre's MGNREGA repeal
Karnataka's cabinet resolves to fight the new VB-G RAM G Act in court, alleging it violates federal principles and rural rights. A statewide rally is planned. Read more.
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Karnataka to challenge VB-G RAM G Act in court
Karnataka Cabinet rejects the new VB-G RAM G Act, calling it unconstitutional. It will challenge the law in court and take the MGNREGA repeal issue to the people's court. Read the full story.
PMFME Units in Karnataka Stalled Over Pollution Certificates
Thousands of rural food processing startups in Karnataka face loan rejections as banks demand missing pollution certificates. State minister urges exemption to save jobs and investments. Read more.
NREGA Workers Fear Exclusion as Gram Panchayats Lose Power
MGNREGA workers in Karnataka fear mass exclusion and poor wages as central allocations override gram panchayat decisions. Learn about the scheme's critical changes.
Karnataka BJP Campaign for VB-G RAM G Awareness
Karnataka BJP initiates a statewide drive to educate citizens about the new Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act, which replaces MGNREGA. Learn about the campaign's goals and the new legislation's impact.
Pollution Certificates Block Loans for Karnataka Food Startups
Karnataka's PMFME rural food units face loan rejection due to missing KSPCB certificates. Minister seeks exemption to save 5000 units and 50000 jobs. Read the full story.
Saras Mela in Patna ends, generates Rs 28.52 crore
Patna's Saras Mela concluded after 24 days, drawing 18 lakh visitors and generating over Rs 28.52 crore for rural artisans. The event was extended due to massive public demand.
Karnataka Opposes Centre's VB-G RAM G, Demands MGNREGA Return
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announce state will not launch its own rural job scheme, fearing major central funding cuts. They vow a public campaign to restore MGNREGA.
Vidarbha to Get 4 Umed Malls for Rural Women SHGs
Maharashtra govt approves 13 Umed Malls statewide, with 4 in Vidarbha, to provide permanent market access for women self-help groups. A Rs 20 crore initiative set to benefit 60 lakh families.
Yadgir Stadium Pool Used for Govt Banquet, Triggers Row
A swimming pool at Karnataka's Yadgir district stadium was controversially used for a Rural Development department banquet, drawing sharp criticism for misuse of public sports infrastructure.
Karnataka CM Urges Centre to Restore MGNREGA Funds
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah demands the central government release pending MGNREGA funds and withdraw the G-RAM system, warning of a rural employment crisis.
Siddaramaiah Condemns Centre's Renaming of MGNREGA Scheme
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah accuses Union govt of undermining welfare by renaming MGNREGA. He demands reinstatement of old law, citing funding shift hurting poor, Dalits, and farmers. Read more.
Siddaramaiah: Scrap VB-G RAM G Act, Restore MGNREGA
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah demands Centre scrap the new VB-G RAM G Act, alleging it undermines rural jobs and panchayat powers. Calls for restoration of UPA-era MGNREGA.
VB-G RAM G Replaces MGNREGA: AP Faces ₹3,470 Cr Burden
The new VB-G RAM G Act replaces MGNREGA, shifting from a legal right to work to a budget-driven scheme. For Andhra Pradesh, this could mean a wage burden of ₹3,470 crore and risks for vulnerable workers. Experts call for a state review.
Karnataka considers rejecting Centre's G-RAM-G scheme
Karnataka's Cabinet condemns the centralised G-RAM-G, calling it a blow to federalism. The state may launch its own rural employment guarantee scheme, risking Rs 3,720 crore in central funds. Read more.
G RAM G Scheme to Cost Karnataka Rs 2,100 Cr More Annually
Karnataka's new G RAM G scheme will increase state's financial burden by Rs 2,100 crore annually for same rural jobs, experts warn. Protests planned statewide.
Two New BSRB Branches Approved for Bihar's Supaul & Madhubani
Bihar Finance Minister Bijendra Yadav approves two new BSRB branches in Parsarma and Laukaha to boost rural banking and financial inclusion. Details inside.
Karnataka Congress Urges 50% New Faces in Cabinet Reshuffle
Karnataka Congress Chief Whip Saleem Ahmed reveals leadership urged to shift ministers to party work and include 50% new faces in the state cabinet. Latest political developments.
Karnataka Home Minister Hopes for Political Promotion by 2026
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara openly discusses his political ambitions, hoping for a promotion by 2026. He also addresses the Congress party's internal dynamics and future strategy.
Major Karnataka Police Reshuffle: 68 IPS Officers Transferred
Karnataka government announces a major IPS reshuffle, promoting & transferring 68 officers. Bengaluru gets five new DCPs. Get the full list of postings and promotions here.
Rural Karnataka homes exempt from occupancy certificate
Karnataka government exempts 30x40 sqft residential buildings in rural gram panchayat areas from mandatory occupancy certificates. Move aims to ease administrative burden and speed up service connections.
Transgender Empowerment in Rural Karnataka via Livestock Farming
Discover how activist Arundathi is transforming lives in rural Karnataka by pairing livestock farming with legal identity for the transgender community. A story of resilience and impact.
Server crash stalls Karnataka's e-Swathu property scheme
A major server outage and technical glitches in Karnataka's new e-Swathu software have slowed the regularisation of over 97 lakh rural properties. Officials promise a fix by mid-January. Read the full story.
Beed Leads Maharashtra in Rural Housing Scheme Success
Beed district in Maharashtra has become the state's top performer in rural housing schemes, with over 50,000 families moving into new homes. Discover how mission-mode execution overcame key challenges.
Over 1,400 Govt RO Units Rusting in Kalyana Karnataka
A shocking 1,438 government RO units lie defunct in Kalyana Karnataka due to poor maintenance, forcing villagers to consume contaminated water. Read about the health crisis and official inaction.
BJP Chief Vijayendra Compares Karnataka to 'Udta Punjab'
Karnataka BJP chief B Y Vijayendra accuses Congress government of creating 'Udta Karnataka', alleging CM Siddaramaiah bowed to Kerala CM pressure. Read the full political row details.
First-of-its-kind childcare centre opens in Kalaburagi
Azim Premji Foundation launches a unique childcare centre in Ijeri village, Kalaburagi, for children of agricultural labourers. Plan to open 40 more centres in the region.
Headmaster Funds Educational Tour for 63 Students
BS Raju, a Karnataka headmaster, spent nearly Rs 1 lakh to send 63 students on a 2-day educational tour. His act highlights transformative power of dedicated teachers in government schools.
Shivakumar Recalls Farmer Roots, Proposes Rural School Trips
Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, at UAS GKVK's Farmers' Day, proposed structured rural exposure for city students, recalling his own agricultural roots and political journey shaped by a school debate.
SVYM's 'Walk Within' Silent Trek Launched in Dharwad
SVYM's 'Walk Within' journey, a 5-day silent walk through rural Karnataka, commenced in Dharwad. Founder Dr. R Balasubrahmaniam explains it's an inner journey to understand India's villages and traditions. #RuralIndia #SelfDiscovery
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