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The Congress will stage nationwide protests on Wednesday against the Centre’s VB-G RAM G Bill, alleging it seeks to replace MGNREGA and dismantle a rights-based welfare scheme while undermining Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy, workers’ rights and federal responsibility

Opposition MPs staged a protest in Parliament against the VB-G RAM G Bill, accusing the Centre of insulting Mahatma Gandhi by replacing MGNREGA. The government defended the move, saying the new law strengthens rural employment and infrastructure

The VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025, aiming to replace MGNREGA, was introduced in the Lok Sabha, guaranteeing 125 days of rural employment per household. Opposition protested the removal of Mahatma Gandhi’s name, while the government cited modernization and infrastructure development goals

The Centre’s move to repeal MGNREGA and replace it with a new rural employment law guaranteeing 125 workdays has triggered sharp opposition criticism, with leaders questioning the removal of Mahatma Gandhi’s name and warning of weakened worker protections

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused Congress in the Lok Sabha of dividing Vande Mataram under appeasement politics and overruling Mahatma Gandhi’s wishes. He cited Nehru’s letter expressing concern over Muslim sentiments and said Congress bowed to pressures that later led to Partition-era decisions

Former MP Vinod Kumar strongly criticised TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud for calling KCR’s Deeksha as a ‘fake fast’, drawing parallels with criticisms faced by Mahatma Gandhi during the freedom struggle.

The GHMC Head Office in Hyderabad has completed beautification works, including a new fountain at its eastern entrance. Statues of Mahatma Gandhi, Dr B R Ambedkar and YSR were relocated after years of delay. The fountain will be unveiled Tuesday

Congress MLC Balmoor Venkat has filed a complaint with Hyderabad Cybercrime Police against Telugu actor Srikanth Iyengar for allegedly disrespecting Mahatma Gandhi and praising Nathuram Godse. He also called for the actor’s suspension from film associations

BRS working president K T Rama Rao paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary, highlighting the impact of Gandhian ideals on the Telangana movement. He said Gandhi’s perseverance continues to guide the journey of BRS, Telangana, and the nation

While Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary is celebrated across the nation, it is high time to remember and pay homage to the ‘Father of the Nation’ through an exclusive philatelic material

GHMC has ordered all cattle, sheep, and goat slaughterhouses, as well as retail meat and beef shops, to remain closed on October 2 in Hyderabad to observe Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary. Municipal staff will monitor compliance across the city

The University of Hyderabad commenced the restoration works on the historic home of poet, freedom fighter and first woman governor Sarojini Naidu. The works are expected to be completed by November

Former Telangana CM and BRS President K Chandrashekhar Rao extended greetings on the eve of India’s 78th Independence Day, paying tribute to freedom fighters and reflecting on the country's journey toward self-rule. Celebrating Telangana's progress over the last decade, he emphasised that true freedom is achieved when its benefits reach every citizen.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the brave participants of the Quit India movement on its 83rd anniversary, lauding their patriotism and sacrifice under Mahatma Gandhi’s leadership that united India’s struggle for independence from British rule.

After being covered for nearly 15 years, statues of YS Rajasekhar Reddy, Dr BR Ambedkar, and Mahatma Gandhi were removed from GHMC’s Tank Bund office. Officials plan proper relocation after legal disputes and political opposition delayed their unveiling

Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha reiterated his call for the caste-based census and declared that the Congress would break the wall of 50 per cent reservation cap

The five-day visit, which will run until March 20, has been organised at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Luxon’s visit aims to strengthen the long-standing relationship between India and New Zealand, reaffirming the two nations' shared commitment to expanding their bilateral ties across various sectors.

Gandhi had launched the march on this day from his Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi to protest the British tax on salt

In a statement, Chandrashekhar Rao stated that Gandhi's philosophy of unity and non-violence serves as a powerful message for oppressed communities, proving that only through collective strength and peaceful resistance can true progress be achieved

The protests were staged marking the government’s completion of 420 days in power and Mahatma Gandhi’s death anniversary