Rural India

Intel India launches initiative to boost rural digitisation

Intel will work with Central and state governments to create a blueprint to drive technology enabled transformation at the grassroots in 10 states in India.

Nov 18, 2015, 15:10 PM IST

NTPC flags off mobile science labs for rural India

NTPC is introducing Mobile Science Lab (MSL), a vehicle fitted with LCD TV carrying working science models emphasising curiosity-based learning for children in rural India.

Apr 27, 2015, 12:33 PM IST

Rural India slowdown threatens PM Modi's promise of 'better days'

Tougher times in rural communities spell bad news for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who swept to power last May with a promise of "better days" - new jobs and development to lift hundreds of millions of Indians out of poverty.

Jan 15, 2015, 04:56 AM IST

After Digital India & Jan Dhan, govt to focus on rural infra

After launching schemes to boost financial inclusion and reduce digital divide, the government is all set to begin work on developing rural infrastructure in the country in a bid to spur growth and perk up investments.

Aug 31, 2014, 18:07 PM IST

We have miles to go in improving rural India: Jaitley

Praising the efforts of Nabard, Jaitley said it has played key role in development of rural India which comprises of largest percentage of India's population.

Jul 24, 2014, 15:47 PM IST

Unemployment rate in rural India is 1.7%: Minister

The unemployment rate in rural India is at 1.7 percent and in urban areas at 3.4 percent, according to the latest survey results of 2011-12 carried out by National Sample Survey Organisation.

Jul 15, 2014, 00:04 AM IST