Union Cabinet
-
Supreme Court Collegium recommends five names for elevation as apex court judges
India | May 27, 2026 22:21 ISTIn a significant move aimed at strengthening the judiciary, the Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, earlier this month approved a proposal to increase the sanctioned strength of judges in the Supreme Court from 33 to 37, excluding the Chief Justice of India.
-
Cabinet approves proposal to increase number of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38
India | May 05, 2026 23:47 ISTThe strength of the Supreme Court of India was last increased from 30 to 33 (excluding the Chief Justice of India) by further amending the original act vide The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Act, 2019.
-
Union Cabinet clears new integrated airport terminal in Srinagar at investment of Rs 1,667 crore
India | February 25, 2026 13:00 ISTThe project is estimated to cost Rs 1,677 crore, and the terminal building will be designed to handle 2,900 passengers during peak hours with an annual capacity of 10 million passengers per annum.
-
Cabinet clears Rs 9,072 crore rail multi-tracking projects across four states
India | February 24, 2026 16:11 ISTThe three projects covering eight districts across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand will increase the existing network of Indian Railways by about 307 Kms.
-
Budget 2026 HIGHLIGHTS: Centre defends long-term growth aimed Budget against Opposition's jabs
Budget | February 01, 2026 20:47 ISTBudget 2026 LIVE: Finance Minister proposed to raise STT on futures trades to 0.05 per cent from 0.02 per cent. On options premium and exercise of options, the STT on both is proposed to be raised to 0.15 per cent from 0.1 per cent and 0.125 per cent, respectively.
-
Cabinet clears Rs 1,526 crore upgradation of NH-326 in Odisha to boost connectivity
India | December 31, 2025 18:30 ISTThe approved work covers a stretch from km 68.600 to km 311.700 of NH-326, running through Gajapati, Rayagada and Koraput districts.
-
Delhi Metro Phase 5A gets Union Cabinet nod; 13 new stations to come up | Check names
India | December 24, 2025 23:55 ISTA 16 km-long new line will be laid at a cost of Rs 12,015 crore. The proposed expansion will add 16 more km of metro line with 13 stations -- 10 underground and three elevated.
-
Modi-led Cabinet clears bill to allow 100 per cent FDI in insurance in key reform push
Business | December 12, 2025 17:56 ISTThe Union Cabinet has cleared a bill to increase FDI in the insurance sector to 100 per cent, marking a significant reform push. The proposal, expected to be tabled in the Winter Session, is aimed at boosting industry growth and expanding insurance coverage nationwide.
-
Cabinet approves Rs 11,718 crore for Census 2027, two-phase rollout to begin from April 2026
India | December 12, 2025 23:58 ISTCensus 2027: The census unfolds in two meticulously planned phases to accommodate India's vast geography. The first, House Listing and Housing Census, kicks off between April and September 2026, wrapping up in just 30 days per state for flexibility.
-
Cabinet approves Rs 5,801 crore Lucknow Metro Phase-IB, 34 km network to boost city connectivity
Uttar Pradesh | August 12, 2025 17:51 ISTIn a statement, the government said that Phase-1B of the Lucknow Metro Rail Project represents a significant advancement in the city's infrastructure development, marking a major expansion of the Metro rail network in the state capital.
-
PM Modi to hold crucial Cabinet meeting today as India-US tariff row heats up
India | August 08, 2025 11:01 ISTPM Modi on Thursday affirmed that India will not compromise on the welfare of its farmers, fishermen, as he refused to budge to the tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on Indian imported goods.
-
Cabinet approves four multitracking railway projects, hikes outlay for PM Krishi Sampada Yojana
India | July 31, 2025 16:37 ISTAddressing the media after a Cabinet meeting, RailwaysMinister Ashwini Vaishnaw said these projects will increase the existing network of Indian Railways by 574 kms. He said these projects fall in line with PM Modi's vision of a 'New India' and to make the country 'atmanirbhar' (self-reliant).
-
Union cabinet commends Shubhanshu Shukla on successful space journey
Science | July 16, 2025 16:06 ISTShubhanshu Shukla has conducted various experiments on the ISS and has also inspired the new generation. The results of these experiments will be helpful for India's space ambitions.
-
PM Modi urges innovation, celebrates 10 years of Digital India initiative | 01 July | Speed News
Originals | July 01, 2025 23:36 ISTPM Modi pushes for innovation as Digital India turns 10. Tribunal blames RCB for Bengaluru stampede, defends police. Wrestler Vinesh Phogat and husband Somvir Rathee welcome baby boy. Catch all top updates in today's Speed News.
-
Union Cabinet unveils Rs 3 lakh crore push for employment, innovation, sports and infrastructure
India | July 01, 2025 15:56 ISTThe Union Cabinet has approved key schemes worth over Rs 3 lakh crore to boost employment, innovation, sports development, and infrastructure across India.
-
Centre approves Rs 9,677 cr for Pune Metro, Jharia coalfield fire and Potato Research Centre in Agra
India | June 25, 2025 16:58 ISTBeyond commemorating this historical milestone, the Cabinet also cleared several impactful development initiatives. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced three significant decisions taken during the session. Scroll down to read in detail.
-
Cabinet approves Rs 6,405 crore railway doubling projects in Jharkhand, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh
Business | June 11, 2025 17:54 ISTThese initiatives from the Centre will improve travel convenience, reduce logistic cost, decrease oil imports and contribute to lower CO2 emissions, supporting sustainable and efficient rail operations. The total estimated cost of the projects is Rs 6,405 crore.
-
Cabinet clears MSP hike for Kharif crops, farm credit relief, and railway infra expansion | Details
India | May 28, 2025 16:30 ISTThe Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved a set of major decisions in agriculture and infrastructure. It cleared the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for Kharif crops for the 2025–26 season, ensuring farmers receive at least 50% profit over cost, with a procurement outlay of Rs 2.07 lakh crore.
-
Modi govt to conduct 'caste census' in India, cabinet to include caste enumeration in exercise
India | May 01, 2025 0:03 ISTCaste census in India: Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs has decided to include 'caste enumeration' in the forthcoming census exercise. The census exercise was to commence in April 2020, but got delayed due to the Covid pandemic.
-
Union Cabinet approves Rs 8,741 crore for fifth and sixth railway lines in Chhattisgarh
chhattisgarh | April 04, 2025 18:05 ISTThe Union Cabinet approved four railway multitracking projects in Maharashtra, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh, investing Rs 18,658 crore. These projects, spanning 1,247 km, include a new line in Chhattisgarh, line doubling in Maharashtra, and additional lines in Odisha.
Top News
-
Nine arrested as Delhi Police crack alleged ISI-underworld network; major cities were on radar
-
Weather Update: Delhi-NCR hit by heavy rains, thunderstorm in big relief from heat
-
Multiple deputy CMs, Siddaramaiah's son: All about likely cabinet of 'CM Shivakumar' in Karnataka
-
Vinesh Phogat's Asian Games dream is over after suffering defeat to Meenakshi Goyat in semi-final
Latest News
-
Egged, slapped, kicked: TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee assaulted in Bengal's Sonarpur
-
Weather Update: Delhi-NCR hit by heavy rains, thunderstorm in big relief from heat
-
BJP questions AAP's victory in Punjab local body elections, vows comeback in 2027 assembly polls
-
Vinesh Phogat's Asian Games dream is over after suffering defeat to Meenakshi Goyat in semi-final
-
Dwidwadash Yog 2026: Jupiter and Ketu likely to bring success and growth for these 4 zodiac signs
-
'Not all 92-year-olds want khichdi': Grandmother enjoys pizza and cold drink in adorable video
-
'You have to take some munchies with it': IndiGo flyer says she was denied 'just coffee' on flight
-
Doctor stunned after Rajasthan woman reveals she is pregnant with sixth child at 22
-
Viral 'Donald Trump' buffalo saved from Eid al-Adha sacrifice in Bangladesh
-
'Bhaiya thoda aur kam karo na': Little girl's adorable bargaining with litchi seller goes viral