Ashwini Vaishnaw
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Kanchanjungha Express accident HIGHLIGHTS: Death count rises to 9
Kolkata | Jun 17, 2024, 11:11 PM ISTKanchanjungha Express accident HIGHLIGHTS: Reacting to the fatal train accident, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, "Unfortunate accident in NFR zone. Rescue operations going on at war footing. Railways, NDRF and SDRF are working in close coordination."
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VIDEO: Goods train collides with Kanchanjungha Express near Bengal's New Jalpaiguri, several killed
West Bengal | Jun 17, 2024, 11:21 AM ISTKanchanjungha Express train accident: The collision took place near Rangapani station after the train had passed Siliguri, en route from NJP to Sealdah. The impact severely damaged three rear coaches
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Railways conducts first trial run of world's highest Chenab rail bridge in Jammu-Kashmir | VIDEO
India | Jun 20, 2024, 06:26 PM ISTThe Chenab Rail Bridge, constructed 359 metres (around 109 feet) above Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir region, is some 35 metres taller than the Eiffel Tower. The 1,315 metre-long bridge is part of a broader project which aims to make the Kashmir valley accessible by the Indian Railway network.
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Indian Railways adopts automated rainfall monitoring system for bullet train
India | Jun 14, 2024, 05:34 PM ISTThe bullet train will run at its maximum speed of 320 km to cover the 508 km distance in two hours and 58 minutes which includes its stoppage time at all 10 stations.
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Modi government in action: Ministers to assume office today – full schedule
India | Jun 11, 2024, 07:25 AM ISTModi 3.0: Following the finalisation of ministerial department allocations on Monday, key ministers in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's NDA government are set to assume their roles today.
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'Manmohan’s 10-year-rule was a waste:' Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at Chunav Manch
India | Apr 24, 2024, 06:24 PM ISTThe Railway minister also said that Rahul Gandhi’s allegation that even AC coaches in trains have become crowded because railways have reduced the number of general and sleeper coaches is completely baseless.
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Bullet train completion depends on awards of all tenders: Indian Railways
Business | Apr 24, 2024, 05:51 PM ISTAccording to the NHSRCL, the bullet train will take 2 hours and 58 minutes to cover the distance of 508 km, while running at maximum speed of 320 kmph. The time duration includes stoppage time at all 10 stations.
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India TV Chunav Manch: Ashwini Vaishnaw, Sanjay Singh share their thoughts amid Lok Sabha elections
India | Apr 25, 2024, 10:58 AM ISTSenior leaders across political parties like Ashwini Vaishnaw, Sanjay Singh, Pushkar Singh Dhami, Acharya Pramod Krishnam and spokespersons including turncoat Gourav Vallabh, Rohan Gupta also attended India TV Chunav Manch.
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Ashwini Vaishnaw spreads Modi's message at Chunav Manch: 'Kuch karne ka socho, banne ka nahi'
India | Apr 24, 2024, 12:58 PM ISTUnion Minister for Railways, Communications, Electronics & Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw spoke at India TV's Chunav Manch and presented Modi government's report card as the seven-phase Lok Sabha elections 2024 are underway in the nation.
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Government prepares AI framework, will be made open for public after elections: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Technology | Apr 23, 2024, 05:22 PM ISTThe AI framework has been prepared after discussions with the IT industry on the misuse of AI and how to stop it. The framework aims to enable the use of AI for economic growth and address its risk by setting up the guardrails.
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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says India to legislate AI regulation soon
Technology | Apr 05, 2024, 03:37 PM ISTThe government earlier issued an advisory to tech companies in India to obtain permission before deploying unreliable AI models in the country. Now, the government is gearing up to bring legislation to regulate artificial intelligence.
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Google temporarily reinstates delisted apps amid talks with Centre
Technology | Mar 05, 2024, 06:42 PM ISTGoogle has decided to temporarily bring back all the apps it recently removed from its Play Store in India. This comes after talks between the central government and Google regarding the issue.
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Union IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw's intervention prompts Google to restore 'delisted' apps
Technology | Mar 02, 2024, 05:01 PM ISTGoogle has restored all its apps after Union Minister of Electronics & IT Ashwini Vaishnaw intervened.
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"This kind of de-listing cannot be permitted.." says IT minister over Google Play Store app removals
Technology | Mar 02, 2024, 02:51 PM ISTThe centre and Google are in disagreement over the removal of certain apps from the Play Store. Google's decision is due to billing regulations. However, the government opposes it and seeks to discuss the matter with Google.
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Ashwini Vaishnaw in 'special class' explains development of India's semiconductor ecosystem
News | Mar 01, 2024, 05:37 PM ISTUnion Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw explained the development of India’s semiconductor ecosystem to the officials in New Delhi on February 29. In his ‘special class’, he was seen giving lessons to the officials on his whiteboard in office.
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IT Minister Vaishnaw unveils vision for India's semiconductor ecosystem: Watch the masterclass
India | Mar 01, 2024, 10:47 AM ISTIndia's IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils a comprehensive plan to establish a self-sufficient semiconductor ecosystem, aligning with PM Modi's Make in India initiative. The strategy includes nurturing talent, empowering universities with cutting-edge tools, and promoting research and development.
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41 candidates elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha from 12 states | Check full list here
India | Feb 21, 2024, 06:13 AM ISTSonia Gandhi of the Congress and BJP President JP Nadda have been elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan and Gujarat respectively.
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Rajya Sabha polls: BJP releases another list, renominates Vaishnaw from Odisha, L Murugan from MP
India | Feb 14, 2024, 11:30 AM ISTRailway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is likely to get elected with the support of the state's ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD)
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Entrepreneur pitches business idea to Ashwini Vaishnaw on 'tissue paper' | Here's what happened next
India | Feb 08, 2024, 11:40 PM ISTKolkata news: Railways has asked Akshay Satnaliwala to submit a proposal for a station-to-station rate facility with a commitment to traffic movement. The entrepreneur expressed his gratitude to the minister and the Eastern Railway for responding to his appeal.
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How many Vande Bharat Express trains are operational in India? Check govt's response
India | Feb 07, 2024, 07:41 PM ISTICF introduced the first semi-high-speed train, commonly known as the Vande Bharat Express, during the year 2018-19. It was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking its journey from New Delhi to Varanasi.