The Economic Survey 2025–26, tabled in Parliament on Thursday, has strongly defended the Union government’s decision to scrap the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS), arguing that the programme has outlived its utility amid a significantly improved rural economy and persistent structural weaknesses. The Survey positions the repeal…
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India Bioenergy Growth Set to Outpace Energy Demand: MoPNG
Goa, January 29, 2026: India’s bioenergy sector is poised to grow faster than the country’s overall energy demand, emerging as a key driver of energy security, emissions reduction, and rural development, said Neeraj Mittal, Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), at India Energy Week 2026. Speaking on the…
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Centre Allocates ₹1,156 Cr XV-FC Rural Grants
The Union Government has released the second instalment of XV Finance Commission (XV-FC) Untied Grants for FY 2025–26, providing over ₹1,156 Crores to strengthen rural local bodies in Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Tripura. These funds are aimed at enhancing grassroots governance and supporting location-specific development initiatives. State-Wise Grant Allocation In…
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Jal Shakti Honours WaSH Warriors for Community Water Leadership
New Delhi: The Ministry of Jal Shakti organised a special Samvad Samaroh today at the PSOI, New Delhi, to honour WaSH Warriors from across India who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in water conservation, sanitation, and hygiene. The event highlighted grassroots initiatives under the Jal Jeevan Mission and celebrated community-led efforts…
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Chouhan Felicitates Lakhpati Didis on Republic Day 2026
Union Minister for Rural Development, Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, felicitated over 400 Lakhpati Didis, PMAY-G beneficiaries, and Self-Help Group (SHG) leaders at the “Samriddh Didi se Samriddh Rashtra | Republic Day Felicitation Ceremony, 2026” in New Delhi. The event, held at Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam Auditorium,…
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Centre Sanctions 10,000 km Roads Under PMGSY-IV
The Government of India has approved over 10,000 kilometres of road projects under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana–IV (PMGSY-IV), benefiting Jammu & Kashmir, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Sikkim. This initiative is set to connect approximately 3,270 previously isolated habitations, unlocking access to healthcare, education, and economic opportunities…
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Centre Releases ₹213.9 Crores for Assam’s Rural Local Bodies
The Union Government has released ₹213.9 crore as XV Finance Commission (XV-FC) Untied Grants to strengthen rural local bodies across Assam. The first installment for the financial year 2025–26 has been disbursed for all 2,192 eligible Gram Panchayats, 182 Block Panchayats, and 27 Zilla Parishads in the State. These grants,…
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Record Fertilizer Supply Secured for Farmers 2024–25
The Government of India has ensured record availability of fertilizers for farmers during the agricultural year 2024–25, providing a major boost to uninterrupted farming operations across the country. Through coordinated planning, efficient logistics, and continuous monitoring, fertilizer supplies remained well above the estimated national requirement, ensuring that no region faced…
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PRAGATI Drives Irrigation Push Under Jal Shakti Ministry
New Delhi: The Ministry of Jal Shakti is leveraging the PRAGATI platform to fast-track major irrigation and water-resource projects, resolving long-standing bottlenecks and strengthening India’s water security framework. Water remains one of India’s most critical resources, directly influencing agriculture, food security, livelihoods, and economic growth. With climate variability, rapid urbanisation,…
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Historic Seed Act 2026 to End Fake Seeds, Protect Farmers
The Union Government has unveiled sweeping reforms to India’s seed sector through the proposed Seed Act 2026, aiming to eliminate fake and substandard seeds while ensuring transparency, accountability and stronger protection for farmers. Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan described the legislation as a historic step…