In a sweeping restructuring of India’s rural employment framework, the Centre on Monday announced that the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, or VB–G RAM G Act, will come into effect nationwide from July 1, 2026, replacing the nearly two-decade-old Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).
The Chintan Shivir, organised by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, is taking place at the University of Patanjali in Haridwar.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday shared a video message urging collective support for the Women’s Reservation Bill, stating that empowering women is essential to achieving the vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India is increasingly being viewed as a pivotal force in shaping the future of the global economy and stability, noting that leaders and experts across the world are looking toward the country with optimism despite multiple international crises.
She was talking to a group of officer trainees of the 79th batch of Indian Revenue Service (IT) which called on her at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
"I am confident that Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present another transformative Union Budget on February 1," said Sanjay Tandon.
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, State Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani, members of the state council of ministers and dignitaries from different walks of life were present.
The Ministry of Power will present its grand tableau titled “Prakash Ganga: Powering an Aatmanirbhar and Viksit Bharat” at the Republic Day Parade on Monday, showcasing India’s transformative journey in the power sector and its leadership in clean and sustainable energy.
During the programme, appointment letters were distributed to 109 selected candidates for recruitment in ITBP, CISF, BSF, SBI, GAIL, and other Central government organizations. The Minister congratulated all the selected candidates and wished them a bright and successful future.
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) at Delhi Cantt on January 13, 2026. Addressing NCC cadets & officers, CDS expressed his pride in attending the RDC camp for the fourth consecutive time. He lauded the high standards and enthusiasm of the cadets, noting a renewed sense of energy and patriotism each year.
