A Quick Look
- The Centre plans to replace MGNREGA with the VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025, offering 125 days of work and focusing on rural, climate, and digital issues.
- PM Modi reached Jordan beginning his three nation tour, next is Ethiopia to strengthen relations, and Oman to boost strategic and economic partnerships.
- A father-son duo, Sajid and Naveed Akram, were the shooters behind Bondi Beach, killing at least 15.
- Messi’s visit to Salt Lake stadium was cut short after safety concerns arose from a VIP’s attempt to get his autograph, leaving fans disappointed.
- Shashi Tharoor posted a comparison with Rahul Gandhi, calling it fair while the thread criticised Gandhi’s rural focus and highlighted Tharoor’s contrasting political approach.
Here are your top five stories of the day:
MGNREGA to be replaced with VB–G Ram G: What it is and how it’s different – key FAQs answeredThe Centre plans to roll out the VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025, which will replace MGNREGA and assure 125 days of paid employment, with an emphasis on water conservation, rural infrastructure development and climate resilience. The proposed legislation seeks to strengthen the rural economy by offering more stable work opportunities, higher incomes and greater digital integration for farmers and labourers, while also addressing long-standing shortcomings in the existing scheme. Read full story PM Modi in Jordan: To hold talks with King Abdullah II; what’s at stakePrime Minister Narendra Modi began a three-country tour with a visit to Jordan, coinciding with 75 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations. He will then travel to Ethiopia, where he is set to strengthen bilateral ties and address Parliament. The visit will conclude in Oman, focusing on enhancing the strategic partnership and expanding economic cooperation, alongside interactions with the Indian diaspora. Read full story Pak national, legal firearms, unemployed: What we know about Bondi Beach shooters A shooting at a Hanukkah gathering near Bondi Beach left at least 15 people dead after a father and son opened fire from a footbridge, triggering panic at the event. The assailants were identified as Sajid and Naveed Akram. Police shot dead Sajid during the operation, while Naveed was taken into custody. Authorities have launched an investigation and are examining possible links to extremist groups. Read full story What led to Rs 2.5cr Messi mess in Kolkata: Neta clans’ selfie rush, VIP culture, outsider entryThe electrifying atmosphere at Salt Lake Stadium turned sour during Messi’s visit, when eager fans found themselves unable to catch a glimpse of their idol. A misguided attempt by a VIP to secure an autograph sparked concerns for safety, forcing an early departure for the soccer legend. Read full story‘Thoughtful analysis’: Tharoor shares post comparing his ideas with Rahul; what it saidCongress MP Shashi Tharoor reposted a thread comparing his political approach to Rahul Gandhi’s, calling the analysis “fair” and “reflective of a certain perception of the current reality.” The thread criticized Gandhi’s rural-centric policies as “devastating” and highlighted Tharoor’s alignment with his background and audience. Read full story
