1) MGNREGA replaced by Viksit Bharat scheme
Lok Sabha passed the Viksit Bharat Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin Bill replacing MGNREGA. The law raises guaranteed rural work to one hundred twenty five days yearly. It introduces new centre state funding rules with special support for Himalayan regions. States must notify aligned schemes within six months nationwide rollout.
2) Delhi tightens vehicle entry rules
Delhi enforced a strict ban on entry of out of state vehicles below BS six norms as pollution stayed severe. Police teams stopped non compliant vehicles at borders. Only BS six CNG and electric vehicles entered. AQI hovered near four hundred. Enforcement gaps at petrol pumps raised concern. Citywide alarm.
3) PM Modi addresses Indian community in Oman
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a two day official visit to Oman. He will address the Indian community in Muscat at the Exhibition Centre. Thousands gathered to welcome him. Maitri Parv cultural programme is planned. Modi will meet Omani leaders review bilateral ties and discuss new agreements. During visit.
4) Anupam Kher praises Varanasi station
Actor Anupam Kher praised cleanliness at Varanasi railway station during an early morning visit. He shared a video while waiting for his train to Khajuraho. Calling himself an optimist he said travel experiences show improvement. He congratulated the prime minister railway ministry and staff for progress under Swachch Bharat mission.
5) BCCI reviews winter match venues
After fog forced cancellation of the India South Africa fourth T20I in Lucknow BCCI will review schedules. Vice president Rajeev Shukla said matches from December fifteen to January fifteen in North India may shift south or west. Fog is hurting games. India lead the series and play final in Ahmedabad.
6) Imran Khan sons fear for their life
Sons of jailed former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan voiced fear they may never see him again. Speaking to Sky News they alleged psychological torture and prolonged solitary confinement in Adiala jail. They cited isolation filthy water power cuts. Protests outside jail saw police action as government denied wrongdoing claims.
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