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Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) and called for urgent reforms in the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) to ensure better support for vulnerable sections of society. The Standing Committee on Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, in its eighth report on MGNREGA that was tabled in Parliament on Thursday, highlighted that delays in wage payments continue to be a significant issue, affecting lakhs of rural workers dependent on the scheme for livelihood. It noted that despite digital advancements, workers often face long waiting periods for their wages, exacerbating financial distress. The report urged the government to address systemic bottlenecks, improve fund allocation, and ensure timely payments. Additionally, the panel expressed concerns over the declining budgetary allocation for MGNREGA and the increasing demand for jobs under the scheme. It recommended revising the wage structure to match inflation and strengthening grievance redressal mechanisms to protect workers' rights. The report also pointed out issues such as the lack of proper job card issuance, the need for better social audits, and the importance of including more women beneficiaries in MGNREGA employment.

Manishi Raychaudhuri, Veteran Investor, says India is somewhere in the middle of the pack. Headline tariffs show that some Southeast Asian countries have been slapped with much larger tariffs. So all this is playing out, and the market did not have a drastic fall post the tariff announcement. However, we should not lull ourselves into a sense of security, just going by what we are seeing today. Tariffs at the rate of 34% have been slapped on China, add 20% of historical tariff and that makes it 54%. It is 26% in India, 40% in Vietnam and when such tariffs are slapped, financial markets get into a panic mode. But that is not happening. It is a good morning for Asia this morning. Markets have recovered from the day's low. Are markets getting complacent or it is time to move on? Manishi Raychaudhuri: To some extent, there is the possibility of demand retrenchment across the world, but particularly in the United States, that situation has not yet been factored in. The initial reaction of the market despite this is what I call a nuclear trade, almost a ‘nuclear battle’ in a sense in the trade regime.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Hindalco Industries Ltd’s investor day made one thing clear—the metals giant is going all in on scale and efficiency. With a $10 billion capex plan split between India and subsidiary Novelis Inc.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Kissht, an online lending platform, is preparing to tap the capital markets with an initial public offering and has hired investment bankers for the process, two people aware of the development told Mint. The company hired ICICI Securities, UBS Securities India Private Limited and Motilal Oswal Investment Banking and is finalising a fourth banker, one person said.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. At 11:49 a.m. on July 18, North Korean hackers pounced on a major cryptocurrency exchange handling hundreds of millions of dollars.

Mumbai Police have prohibited the flying of drones, remote-controlled microlight aircraft, paragliders, and hot air balloons in the city for a month to prevent potential sabotage attempts. The ban, issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, will be in effect from April 4 to May 5, officials said on Thursday.

Sai Kishore bowled just three balls to Krunal Pandya but that small passage spread across 13th and 15th over of Royal Challengers Bengaluru's innings revealed the big strides the Gujarat Titans spinner has taken as a T20 bowler. In the second ball of the 15th over, Sai Kishore bowled a back-of-the-length delivery that elicited a tame return catch from a clueless Krunal. It required a second viewing to realise that Sai Kishore had delivered a carrom ball — an unusual entity in a left-arm spinner's world. But not really for Sai Kishore as he always chases something novel to stay ahead of the curve. His bowling is an extension of his life where he is a seeker — of his spiritual inner self, new places and people and fresh experiences. True to that trait, the 28-year-old has been practicing the carrom ball over the last few seasons but it was the first time he unleashed it in a real match.

The agency announced that it is «updating the USCIS Policy Manual to clarify that it only recognizes two biological sexes.» «President Trump promised the American people a revolution of common sense, and that includes making sure that the policy of the U.S. government agrees with simple biological reality,» Homeland Security Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs Tricia McLaughlin said in a statement.

Federal immigration enforcement officials have arrested 37 people in a raid at a roofing business in northern Washington state

Thyrocare took only 10 minutes. Finally, in 2021, he exited his company in a mere 60 seconds. His philosophy? 'Decide first, discuss later". His journey proves that speed and conviction in decision-making can shape extraordinary success. Dr. Arokiaswamy Velumani, the founder of Thyrocare, built a billion-dollar enterprise from humble beginnings. Born in a small village in Tamil Nadu to a family of landless farmer and despite severe financial struggles, he became the first graduate from his village in 1978, marking the start of an extraordinary journey.

Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs have landed, triggering measured responses from key trading partners who seem unwilling to ignite a full-blown trade war—at least for now. Branded as “reciprocal tariffs” and ranging from 10% to 49%, the new import taxes, according to Trump, are simply the U.S. giving back what it has endured for decades. “Taxpayers have been ripped off for more than 50 years,” he declared, vowing that “it is not going to happen anymore.” Promising a resurgence of jobs and factories, Trump framed the move as more than just economics—he called it a national security necessity that threatens “our very way of life.” Here are the first reactions: China Beijing said it «firmly opposes» the new tariffs on its exports, and vowed «countermeasures to safeguard its own rights and interests».

The employee, who had spent three years working in such an organization both before and after completing his MBA, highlighted several key challenges that hinder career growth and overall job satisfaction in such environments. One of the foremost issues he pointed out was the rigid hierarchical structure. According to him, no matter how prestigious one's educational background might be or how extensive their work experience is, rising to the top echelons of leadership within a family-run company is nearly impossible. The uppermost positions, he observed, were invariably reserved for members of the owning family, making it difficult for outsiders to break through into senior leadership roles.

Mahindra Lifespace Developers shares will be in focus on Thursday after the company secured two housing redevelopment projects in Mumbai, expecting a revenue of Rs 1,200 crore. In a regulatory filing on Wednesday, Mahindra Lifespace informed that the company has been «appointed as the preferred partner for the redevelopment of two residential societies in the Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West, Mumbai, with a project value of approximately Rs 1,200 crore.

HDFC Bank will be in focus on Thursday after the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) issued an administrative warning letter to the banking major on Wednesday for regulatory non-compliance. This follows a periodic inspection of the bank's custody activities, during which Sebi found alleged non-compliance with specific regulatory guidelines for custodians, as stated in a regulatory filing by the bank.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. New Delhi: India’s micro, small, and medium enterprises have new definitions that promise to open doors wider for them this financial year as well as improve their chances of securing delayed payments faster.

STATE OF THE MARKETS GIFT Nifty (Earlier SGX Nifty) signals a gap-down start GIFT Nifty on the NSE IX traded lower by 301 points, or 1.28 per cent, at 23,129.50, signaling that Dalal Street was headed for gap-down start on Thursday.

Cincinnati Bengals have secured long-term deals for key offensive stars like Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. However, their defensive standout Trey Hendrickson’s future remains in a lurch. The Executive Vice President of Bengals, Katie Blackburn, addressed the situation during the NFL's Annual League Meeting. She stated that the team is still working through negotiations. Blackburn while speaking to the media said that the team will see how it all plays out. She acknowledged that the franchise allowed Hendrickson to seek a trade and yet no deal or contract extension has materialised, the reports stated. Hendrickson was the NFL’s reigning sack leader with 17.5 sacks last season. He, as per the reports, has been pushing for a lucrative long-term deal. But the Bengals have reportedly not met his demands yet. This has raised speculation about a possible trade before the NFL Draft 2025.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. New Delhi: India’s green financing push could gain new momentum this financial year, with the government exploring a plan to increase its ₹25,342.31 crore target for issuing sovereign green bonds, two people said. This suggests a turnaround in the government’s thinking from a few months earlier, when it was considering a plan to fall back on conventional government securities and other debt instruments for green financing as green bonds have delivered only modest returns.

Parliament approved the the Immigration and Foreigners Bill as the Rajya Sabha gave its nod on Wednesday. The bill was passed in the Lok Sabha on March 28, with Home Minister Amit Shah asserting that while India welcomes individuals coming for business, education, and investment, those posing a threat to national security will face stringent action. During the debate in Lok Sabha, Shah had emphasised the bill is crucial for enhancing national security, boosting the economy, and promoting India's global standing in education. He noted that it will also help universities gain international recognition and strengthen the manufacturing and trade sectors. Shah explained that the legislation aims to ensure the country has up-to-date information on every foreigner visiting India, stating, «immigration is not an isolated subject; it is directly linked to various other issues. This bill will ensure close monitoring of everyone who visits India-why they visit and how long they stay.»

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is under scrutiny again. Amid the fallout over the Signalgate group chat between top US national security officials that inadvertently added a veteran US journalist, Hegseth is under fire again for reportedly bringing his wife to two meetings with foreign military officials. In a purported video, Jennifer Hegseth could be seen in a video following her husband into a meeting in Brussels with allies to strategize over Ukraine, reported the Wall Street Journal. Jennifer Hegseth's presence caused «surprise», but the meeting went on without objections, the report stated. ALSO READ: Double trouble for Pete Hegseth? US Defense Secretary under fire for another controversy amid chat leak row

buying a home in India has been considered an essential life milestone. However, a shift in perspective is emerging, with many questioning whether homeownership is truly necessary. Hardik Joshi, a risk analyst, highlighted this change in a recent post, saying, “At some point, people stop saying ‘I must buy a house.’ And start asking ‘Is buying actually worth it?’”