Ashwini Vaishnaw
-
Union Cabinet approves Rs 35,000 crore for Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan
India | Sep 18, 2024, 04:20 PM ISTThe Union Cabinet approved the continuation of schemes of Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) to provide remunerative prices to farmers and to control price volatility of essential commodities for consumers.
-
One Nation, One Election to be implemented in two phases within 100 days, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
India | Sep 18, 2024, 04:29 PM ISTOn 'One Nation, One Election', Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that a large number of political parties across the political spectrum has actually supported the One Nation One Election initiative.
-
EXCLUSIVE: Vaishnaw discusses Modi 3.0 achievements, metro expansion, semiconductor investments
India | Sep 17, 2024, 03:20 PM ISTUnion Minister Ashwini Vaishnav gave an exclusive interview to India TV to mark the completion of 100 days of the Narendra Modi 3.0 government. In the interview, he provided details about the achievements of the Modi government over these 100 days.
-
10 new Vande Bharat Express trains to be launched on Sept 15: Check full list, route
Business | Sep 15, 2024, 11:25 AM ISTVande Bharat Express train: One of the most anticipated trains is Hubli-Pune Vande Bharat Express which is designed to significantly reduce travel time between Karnataka and Maharashtra.
-
Ayushman Bharat health insurance expanded to all aged 70 and above: How will it work Explainer
Originals | Sep 12, 2024, 05:02 PM ISTAyushman Bharat Health Insurance: In a major boost for India's senior citizens, the central government has approved an expansion of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), providing health coverage to all senior citizens aged 70 and above, regardless of their income.
-
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw hints at involvement of foreign hands in recent train accidents
India | Sep 11, 2024, 11:57 PM ISTRailways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that Railways has planned to install 75 lakh AI-powered CCTV cameras in coaches and engines at a cost of about Rs 15,000 crore to enhance safety.
-
Good news for passengers: Indian Railways to install 75 lakh AI-powered CCTV cameras in trains
Business | Sep 11, 2024, 11:51 PM ISTAshwini Vaishnav said the Indian Railways will install around 75 lakh AI-powered CCTV cameras in trains. Apart from the coach, cameras will also be installed in the locomotive engine to alert the loco pilot.
-
Centre expands Ayushman Bharat coverage, senior citizens above 70 years to get benefits
India | Sep 11, 2024, 09:08 PM ISTAfter the Cabinet meeting, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the Centre decided to cover senior citizens who are more than 70 years old under universal health coverage, Ayushman Bharat PM Jan Arogya Yojana.
-
TIME100 list: Ashwini Vaishnaw, Anil Kapoor among most influential people in Artificial Intelligence
India | Sep 06, 2024, 02:32 PM ISTThe 'TIME100 Most Influential People in AI 2024' list features prominent industry leaders from around the globe, it also notably shines a spotlight on Indians and individuals of Indian descent, emphasising India's rising stature in the AI sector.
-
Centre approves Rs 2,817 crore Digital Agriculture Mission, to improve lives of farmers
Business | Sep 02, 2024, 03:59 PM ISTUnion minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said it is being developed on the lines of the structure of Digital Public Infrastructure for agriculture and added that with a total investment of Rs 2,817 Crores, Digital Agriculture Mission will be set up in the country.
-
Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils prototype version of Vande Bharat sleeper coach | Know its rollout timeline
India | Sep 01, 2024, 03:53 PM ISTVande Bharat sleeper train: The new Vande Bharat Express sleeper train will feature 16 coaches and a total of 823 berths. It will include 11 3AC coaches with 611 berths, 4 2AC coaches with 188 berths, and 1 1AC coach with 24 berths.
-
India’s first Vande Bharat Express sleeper train to be operational soon: Check launch date, features
Business | Aug 28, 2024, 05:12 PM ISTThe new Vande Bharat Express sleeper train will have 16 coaches and 823 berths and there will be 11 3AC coaches (611 berths), 4 2AC coaches (188 berths), and 1 1AC coach (24 berths).
-
Modi Cabinet approves setting up of 12 industrial smart cities in big decision: Check full list
Business | Aug 28, 2024, 05:05 PM ISTThe projects have been cleared under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP) with an estimated investment of Rs 28,602 crore.
-
PM Modi to visit Singapore soon, likely to finalise big deal on semiconductor
World | Aug 27, 2024, 07:28 AM ISTDescribing the ministers-only meeting as "productive," Balakrishnan noted that it paves the way for an upcoming official visit to Singapore by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which is expected to happen soon.
-
Unified Pension Scheme ensures dignity, financial security for government employees: PM Modi
India | Aug 24, 2024, 11:23 PM ISTUnified Pension Scheme: Assured Minimum Pension will be Rs 10,000 per month on superannuation after a minimum of 10 years of service.
-
'Unified Pension Scheme' approved by Centre | Here are key features of UPS
Business | Aug 25, 2024, 03:29 PM ISTUnified Pension Scheme: The Assured Family Pension would be calculated at the rate of 60 per cent of pension of the employee immediately before her or his demise.
-
‘Make in Bharat for the World’ has become a reality: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Technology | Aug 13, 2024, 06:39 PM ISTAshwini Vaishnaw recently highlighted the success of the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, emphasizing its role in scaling up domestic manufacturing. He noted that Apple Inc. has already surpassed its export targets within the first four months of the current fiscal year.
-
No provision for creamy layer in reservation for SCs, STs in Constitution, asserts Ashwini Vaishnaw
India | Aug 10, 2024, 12:52 PM ISTThe clarification from the Union Minister came days after the Supreme Court ruled that states have the power to sub-classify Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs).
-
Centre approves 8 railways projects worth Rs 24,657 crore to increase existing network by 900 km
India | Aug 10, 2024, 12:06 AM ISTThe new line projects, to be completed by 2030-2031, will generate direct employment for about three crore man-days during the construction period.
-
Centre approves 8 high-speed road corridors worth over Rs 50,000 cr, PM hails infrastructure boost
India | Aug 02, 2024, 11:26 PM ISTThe Narendra Modi government has sanctioned eight major National High-Speed Road Corridor Projects, covering 936 km and costing Rs. 50,655 crore, to enhance logistics efficiency, reduce congestion, and improve connectivity nationwide.