Ashwini Vaishnaw
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Jaipur Metro Project Phase-2: Cabinet approves 41-km corridor, check project cost, other details
India | Apr 08, 2026, 05:13 PM ISTThe Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the North–South corridor from Prahladpura to Todi Mod, at a total project cost of Rs 13,037.66 crore, Vaishnaw said at a media briefing.
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Cabinet approves Rs 6,969 crore Barabanki-Bahraich access-controlled four-lane highway project
Business | Mar 18, 2026, 04:56 PM ISTUnion Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also said that a major scheme under the Industrial Development Plan, worth Rs 33,660 crore, was approved to develop plug-and-play industrial estates.
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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reacts to 'Sarke Chunar' song row: 'Ban has been imposed'
Entertainment | Mar 18, 2026, 02:24 PM ISTUnion Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw weighed in on the Sarke Chunar controversy, stating that freedom of speech cannot be absolute amid the ongoing row over the song’s lyrics.
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Cabinet approves international status for Madurai airport, extends Jal Jeevan mission till 2028
India | Mar 10, 2026, 05:05 PM ISTThe Union Cabinet has approved two major decisions. Madurai Airport in Tamil Nadu will be declared an international airport to boost connectivity, tourism, and trade. The Jal Jeevan Mission has been extended until 2028.
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Social media platforms accountable for hosted content and child safety, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
Technology | Feb 26, 2026, 02:43 PM ISTAshwini Vaishnaw said digital platforms must take responsibility for hosted content and ensure online safety for children and citizens. He also called for regulating AI-generated content and tackling deepfake threats.
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Union Cabinet clears new integrated airport terminal in Srinagar at investment of Rs 1,667 crore
India | Feb 25, 2026, 01:00 PM 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.
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Cabinet clears Rs 9,072 crore rail multi-tracking projects across four states
India | Feb 24, 2026, 04:11 PM 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.
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India joins Pax Silica, a US-led elite global tech alliance: Importance and what it means
India | Feb 20, 2026, 12:09 PM ISTBesides the United States, members of Pax Silica include Japan, the United Kingdom, Australia, South Korea, Israel, Singapore, Greece, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
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OPINION | AI Summit : How Galgotias shamed India?
India | Feb 19, 2026, 09:51 AM ISTIT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, it would be unfair to judge the entire summit on the basis of a single act done by a participant. He said, several hundred new innovative AI models and products have been showcased in the summit and this should not be overshadowed by this single act.
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India sets Guinness World Record with 2.5 lakh AI responsibility pledges in 24 hours at AI Summit
India | Feb 18, 2026, 08:45 PM ISTUnion Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted that the record-setting participation, far exceeding the initial target of 5,000 pledges, reflects strong public engagement and growing awareness around responsible AI adoption.
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Ashwini Vaishnaw pushes age-based social media curbs, calls for tougher deepfake laws
India | Feb 18, 2026, 08:20 AM ISTNotably, nations such as Australia, France and the United Kingdom have either brought in or proposed new laws to limit young people’s access to social media. These measures include stricter age checks and stronger parental consent rules aimed at improving online safety.
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Ashwini Vaishnaw apologises for AI Summit's day-1 chaos, promises smoother experience
Technology | Feb 17, 2026, 02:33 PM ISTAshwini Vaishnaw apologised for overcrowding and chaos on the first day of the India AI Impact Summit 2026. With over 70,000 attendees, the minister said the government has set up a war room to ensure smoother operations.
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Railway ministry approves major rail infrastructure projects to boost capacity and safety
India | Feb 09, 2026, 07:43 PM ISTThe Railway Ministry has approved multiple rail infrastructure projects across Southern, Northern and South Eastern Railways, including line doubling, bypass corridors and advanced safety systems, to reduce congestion and improve efficiency.
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Bihar joins India's bullet train map with Varanasi-Patna-Siliguri Corridor: Know key details here
Bihar | Feb 04, 2026, 11:21 AM ISTThe first bullet train corridor will pass through Bihar, linking Varanasi, Patna and Siliguri, with Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw calling the project a major game-changer. The high-speed route is expected to cut travel time drastically and boost connectivity.
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Railways get record push in Budget 2026 with Rs 2.78 lakh crore allocation
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 06:11 PM ISTThe funds will be directed towards critical projects such as new rail lines, track doubling and electrification, station redevelopment, procurement of modern rolling stock, and safety upgrades.
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World Economic Forum: India to grow by 6-8% in real terms in next 5 years, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
Business | Jan 22, 2026, 11:40 AM ISTUnion minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted the importance of simplification of permissions and affirmed that the average time for installation of telecom tower has decreased from 270 days to 7 days, with 89 per cent permissions coming in zero time.
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Indian Railways set to launch nine Amrit Bharat Express trains from Bengal and Assam; check routes
India | Jan 13, 2026, 09:58 PM ISTSince their introduction in December 2023, as many as 30 Amrit Bharat Express trains have become operational. Designed for long-distance travel, these non-AC sleeper services offer a comfortable and seamless journey at an affordable cost of approximately Rs 500 per 1,000 kilometres.
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Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train hits key milestone with first mountain tunnel breakthrough in Palghar
India | Jan 02, 2026, 12:36 PM ISTThe bullet train corridor spans 508 kilometres, with tunnels covering 27.4 kilometres. Of this, around 21 kilometres are underground tunnels and 6.4 kilometres are surface tunnels.
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Good news for travellers: Indian Railways plans to double train capacity in major cities; check list
India | Dec 26, 2025, 11:43 PM ISTIndian Railways has announced a major expansion plan to double the originating capacity of trains in the country's biggest cities by 2030. The project aims to add terminals, enhance maintenance facilities, upgrade signalling systems and strengthen suburban as well as long-distance networks.
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Rahul Gandhi praises Foxconn job push in Karnataka, Ashwini Vaishnaw accepts compliment in witty way
India | Dec 25, 2025, 12:14 PM ISTTaiwan based Foxconn is a key contract manufacturer for Apple devices, including the latest iPhone 17, and is expected to spearhead the company’s gradual shift in production from China to India.