Budget 2023: MGNREGA demand up since Covid
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Demand for work under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee scheme (MGNREGs), which provides for livelihood security of households in rural areas, has grown dramatically since the Covid year 2020. A total of 7.2 crore households were provided employment support in FY22 against 5.2 crore in pre-Covid.
October 2025
As India’s growth story gains momentum and the number of billionaires rises, the country’s luxury market is seeing a boom like never before, with the taste for luxury moving beyond the metros. From high-end watches and jewellery to lavish residences and luxurious holidays, Indians are splurging like never before. Storied luxury brands are rushing in to satiate this demand, often roping in Indian celebs as ambassadors.
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