Union Cabinet
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Centre extends tenures of Cabinet Secretary TV Somanathan, Home Secretary Govind Mohan by one year
India | Aug 05, 2026, 05:11 PM ISTThe Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the extension in service of Somanathan as Cabinet Secretary for a further period of one year beyond August 30, 2026, an order issued by the Personnel Ministry said.
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Cabinet approves 'Samudra Manthan' scheme for oil, gas exploration: How it will be a game-changer
Explainers | Jul 31, 2026, 05:24 PM ISTThe government has said that the Rs 84,000 crore 'Samudra Manthan' scheme will be a 'major game-changer', as oil and gas demand continues to increase in the world. It said the scheme will help make India's oil and natural gas sector 'atmanirbhar'.
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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis dismisses Centre move speculation, says 'I will stay here'
Maharashtra | Jul 26, 2026, 02:00 PM ISTMaharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has dismissed speculation about moving to the Centre, saying he will continue serving the state. He also reacted to the Uddhav Thackeray-Raj Thackeray rally and said the Centre is likely to introduce an anti-paper leak Bill.
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Union Cabinet passes resolution lauding Narendra Modi on being longest-serving elected PM
India | Jun 10, 2026, 02:59 PM ISTThe Union Cabinet passed a resolution congratulating Modi during a meeting, praising his leadership and governance over the past 12 years. Ministers also gave a standing ovation to the Prime Minister.
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Supreme Court Collegium recommends five names for elevation as apex court judges
India | May 27, 2026, 10:21 PM 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.
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Cabinet approves proposal to increase number of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38
India | May 05, 2026, 11:47 PM 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.
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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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Budget 2026 HIGHLIGHTS: Centre defends long-term growth aimed Budget against Opposition's jabs
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 08:47 PM 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.
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Cabinet clears Rs 1,526 crore upgradation of NH-326 in Odisha to boost connectivity
India | Dec 31, 2025, 06:30 PM ISTThe approved work covers a stretch from km 68.600 to km 311.700 of NH-326, running through Gajapati, Rayagada and Koraput districts.
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Delhi Metro Phase 5A gets Union Cabinet nod; 13 new stations to come up | Check names
India | Dec 24, 2025, 11:55 PM 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.
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Modi-led Cabinet clears bill to allow 100 per cent FDI in insurance in key reform push
Business | Dec 12, 2025, 05:56 PM 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.
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Cabinet approves Rs 11,718 crore for Census 2027, two-phase rollout to begin from April 2026
India | Dec 12, 2025, 11:58 PM 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.
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Cabinet approves Rs 5,801 crore Lucknow Metro Phase-IB, 34 km network to boost city connectivity
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 12, 2025, 05:51 PM 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.
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PM Modi to hold crucial Cabinet meeting today as India-US tariff row heats up
India | Aug 08, 2025, 11:01 AM 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.
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Cabinet approves four multitracking railway projects, hikes outlay for PM Krishi Sampada Yojana
India | Jul 31, 2025, 04:37 PM 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).
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Union cabinet commends Shubhanshu Shukla on successful space journey
Science | Jul 16, 2025, 04:06 PM 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.
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PM Modi urges innovation, celebrates 10 years of Digital India initiative | 01 July | Speed News
Originals | Jul 01, 2025, 11:36 PM 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.
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Union Cabinet unveils Rs 3 lakh crore push for employment, innovation, sports and infrastructure
India | Jul 01, 2025, 03:56 PM ISTThe Union Cabinet has approved key schemes worth over Rs 3 lakh crore to boost employment, innovation, sports development, and infrastructure across India.
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Centre approves Rs 9,677 cr for Pune Metro, Jharia coalfield fire and Potato Research Centre in Agra
India | Jun 25, 2025, 04:58 PM 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.