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How A Government Scheme Helped This Rajasthan Woman Power Her Future
This story reflects the growing role of women entrepreneurs in India's renewable energy sector and how government schemes are helping transform lives in rural areas.
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Karnataka Cabinet Plans Legal Action Against G Ram G Scheme
The Karnataka cabinet on Thursday discussed the withdrawal of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGA) by the Union government and has decided to initiate legal action against the newly introduced VBG RAM G scheme
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In Rural Madhya Pradesh, Every Third Glass Of Drinking Water Is Unsafe: Report
A new report by the central government's Jal Jeevan Mission revealed that only 63.3% of water samples in Madhya Pradesh passed quality tests, compared to a national average of 76%.
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Last-Minute Call Saves Karnataka Infant From Being Sacrificed For 'Treasure'
A pit was dug inside a house in Karnataka and rituals were underway, when officials burst in and saved a one-year-old boy from being sacrificed in pursuit of a treasure.
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Congress Announces' MNREGA Bachao Abhiyan' From January 8 To Oppose G RAM G
The Congress on Saturday announced a nationwide agitation against the G-RAMG Act from January 8, alleging that it "silently kills" the MNREGA and undermines the legal right to work guaranteed to rural citizens.
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Maharashtra Pregnant Woman Walks 6 km From Village For Childbirth, Dies
A pregnant woman died after she walked for 6 kilometres as her village in Gadchiroli is cut off from the main road with no medical facilities for delivery, an official said on Friday.
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Siddaramaiah Writes to PM Modi Opposing New Rural Employment Law
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi opposing the proposed Viksit BharatGuarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act.
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DIGIPIN Explained: What It Is, Benefits and How to Find Yours
DIGIPIN was introduced in India by the government in May this year for the simplification of location mapping, enhancing logistics and emergency response. The new digital platform, introduced in alignment with the National Geospatial Policy 2022, is said to ensure last-mile delivery, especially in rural areas. From information about DIGIPIN to a st...
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Punjab Vs Centre As State Assembly Calls Session On G Ram G
The Punjab Assembly has convened a one-day special session to pass a resolution against the VB G RAM G Act, 2025, which replaces the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act.
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"Attack On Right To Work": M Kharge Calls For 'Save MGNREGA' Campaign
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said a nationwide campaign should be launched against the repeal of rural employment scheme MGNREGA, similar to the pushback against the three farm laws the government was eventually forced to withdraw
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Madhya Pradesh BJP Leader Rams Car Into People Sitting Near Bonfire, 2 Dead
The car was allegedly being driven by Deependra Bhadauria, the BJP Youth Wing Vice President of its rural unit in Porsa.
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Opinion | SHANTI Bill May Not Necessarily Be A Nuclear 'Sell-Out', After All
Whether SHANTI is a sell-out dressed up as reform, or a lever for reliable power for industry and cities, and for turning rural power from a lottery into a utility, will be decided by the hard work of implementation.
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Meitei And Kuki Doctors Work Together, Quietly, To Save Lives In Manipur
Doctors from both the Meitei and Kuki communities in the injured border state Manipur have been quietly working together using technology to coordinate remotely with excellent precision to save lives.
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"Flights Of Fancy": BJP Laughs Off Sonia Gandhi's G RAM G Criticism
The BJP vs Congress spat over the G RAM G law a rural employment guarantee scheme meant to replace the 20-year-old MGNREGA rumbled on Monday with the former laughing off Sonia Gandhi's remarks as "flights of fancy" and "mischaracterisations and
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BJP Inches Towards Thumping Win In Maharashtra Local Body Polls
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance has taken a big lead in the elections to 246 municipal councils and 42 nagar panchayats in Maharashtra
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How A Government Scheme Helped This Rajasthan Woman Power Her Future
This story reflects the growing role of women entrepreneurs in India's renewable energy sector and how government schemes are helping transform lives in rural areas.
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Karnataka Cabinet Plans Legal Action Against G Ram G Scheme
The Karnataka cabinet on Thursday discussed the withdrawal of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGA) by the Union government and has decided to initiate legal action against the newly introduced VBG RAM G scheme
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In Rural Madhya Pradesh, Every Third Glass Of Drinking Water Is Unsafe: Report
A new report by the central government's Jal Jeevan Mission revealed that only 63.3% of water samples in Madhya Pradesh passed quality tests, compared to a national average of 76%.
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Last-Minute Call Saves Karnataka Infant From Being Sacrificed For 'Treasure'
A pit was dug inside a house in Karnataka and rituals were underway, when officials burst in and saved a one-year-old boy from being sacrificed in pursuit of a treasure.
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Congress Announces' MNREGA Bachao Abhiyan' From January 8 To Oppose G RAM G
The Congress on Saturday announced a nationwide agitation against the G-RAMG Act from January 8, alleging that it "silently kills" the MNREGA and undermines the legal right to work guaranteed to rural citizens.
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Maharashtra Pregnant Woman Walks 6 km From Village For Childbirth, Dies
A pregnant woman died after she walked for 6 kilometres as her village in Gadchiroli is cut off from the main road with no medical facilities for delivery, an official said on Friday.
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Siddaramaiah Writes to PM Modi Opposing New Rural Employment Law
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi opposing the proposed Viksit BharatGuarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act.
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DIGIPIN Explained: What It Is, Benefits and How to Find Yours
DIGIPIN was introduced in India by the government in May this year for the simplification of location mapping, enhancing logistics and emergency response. The new digital platform, introduced in alignment with the National Geospatial Policy 2022, is said to ensure last-mile delivery, especially in rural areas. From information about DIGIPIN to a st...
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Punjab Vs Centre As State Assembly Calls Session On G Ram G
The Punjab Assembly has convened a one-day special session to pass a resolution against the VB G RAM G Act, 2025, which replaces the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act.
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"Attack On Right To Work": M Kharge Calls For 'Save MGNREGA' Campaign
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said a nationwide campaign should be launched against the repeal of rural employment scheme MGNREGA, similar to the pushback against the three farm laws the government was eventually forced to withdraw
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Madhya Pradesh BJP Leader Rams Car Into People Sitting Near Bonfire, 2 Dead
The car was allegedly being driven by Deependra Bhadauria, the BJP Youth Wing Vice President of its rural unit in Porsa.
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Opinion | SHANTI Bill May Not Necessarily Be A Nuclear 'Sell-Out', After All
Whether SHANTI is a sell-out dressed up as reform, or a lever for reliable power for industry and cities, and for turning rural power from a lottery into a utility, will be decided by the hard work of implementation.
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Meitei And Kuki Doctors Work Together, Quietly, To Save Lives In Manipur
Doctors from both the Meitei and Kuki communities in the injured border state Manipur have been quietly working together using technology to coordinate remotely with excellent precision to save lives.
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"Flights Of Fancy": BJP Laughs Off Sonia Gandhi's G RAM G Criticism
The BJP vs Congress spat over the G RAM G law a rural employment guarantee scheme meant to replace the 20-year-old MGNREGA rumbled on Monday with the former laughing off Sonia Gandhi's remarks as "flights of fancy" and "mischaracterisations and
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BJP Inches Towards Thumping Win In Maharashtra Local Body Polls
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance has taken a big lead in the elections to 246 municipal councils and 42 nagar panchayats in Maharashtra
