'Oppn becoming story of conspiratorial obstruction': BJP leader on G RAM G Bill passage

IANS | December 19, 2025 12:06 PM

New Delhi, Dec 19 (IANS) Calling the Opposition “hijacked” and accusing it of engaging in “conspiratorial obstruction”, BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Friday defended the passage of the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, saying the country is undergoing wide-ranging reforms to replace outdated laws that no longer meet present-day needs.

Bihar: CM Nitish Kumar empowering Jeevika Didis in Bhagalpur to become leaders

IANS | December 19, 2025 10:55 AM

Bhagalpur, Dec 19 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s sustained focus on women’s empowerment through livelihood and self-employment initiatives is transforming thousands of lives across the state. Under this vision, Jeevika Didis, women associated with self-help groups, are not only becoming economically independent but are also emerging as community leaders, entrepreneurs, and sources of inspiration for other women.