The demand for work under the government’s rural job scheme, MGNREGS, has seen an unusual trend this fiscal year. While demand usually peaks in the summer months, it has grown rapidly during the monsoon season. Experts believe that erratic seasonal rains have prevented rural workers from migrating to farming, leading them to rely on the MGNREGS for employment.
Gold, silver hit all-time high on Diwali demand
Gold prices reached a new high of Rs 80,650 per 10 grams in the national capital. Silver also rose significantly by Rs 5,000 per kg,
October 21, 2024