Union Cabinet
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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.
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Law Ministry plans to table 'One Nation, One Election' report before Cabinet under '100-day agenda'
India | Jun 14, 2024, 05:08 PM ISTThe high-level committee on ‘One Nation, One Election’, headed by former president Ram Nath Kovind, had submitted its report to President Droupadi Murmu on March 15, and recommended simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha, state Assemblies.
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Union Cabinet recommends dissolution of 17th Lok Sabha
India | Jun 05, 2024, 02:31 PM ISTThe Union Cabinet has recommended the dissolution of the 17th Lok Sabha. This decision marks a crucial step in the transition to the formation of a new government following the recently concluded elections.
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PM Modi hints at Shivraj Chouhan's inclusion in Cabinet, says, 'If he wins Vidisha...' | VIDEO
Madhya Pradesh | Apr 25, 2024, 06:24 AM ISTPM Modi highlighted his work with Chouhan when they were both CMs, and said he wanted to "take him along". Chouhan, who was replaced by Mohan Yadav as MP CM, will contest from his home turf Vidisha in the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections.
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Government approves IndiaAI Mission with outlay of Rs 10,372 crore: Details here
Technology | Mar 07, 2024, 08:45 PM ISTThe IndiaAI mission aims to drive AI innovation through strategic programs and partnerships across public and private sectors, creating an extensive ecosystem.
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India gets 3 new semiconductor fab units, to start construction within next 100 days
Apps | Mar 01, 2024, 10:43 AM ISTUnion IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said this fab will be constructed with an investment of Rs 91,000 crore. The fab will cover high-performance compute chips with 28 nm technology, and power management chips for electric vehicles (EVs), telecom, defense, more, according to the government.
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Telecom spectrum auctions for mobile phone services approved by cabinet
Business | Feb 09, 2024, 07:40 AM ISTThe Cabinet's nod comes just before the expiration of Bharti Airtel's spectrum in five circles, with another set to expire in March.
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Union Cabinet approves construction of new 4.5 km long bridge on Ganga river in Bihar | DETAILS
India | Dec 27, 2023, 05:01 PM ISTThe project is estimated to cost Rs 3,064.45 crore, including 2233.81 crore for civil construction. The bridge will facilitate easier and faster travel, which will advance the state's overall development, particularly in north Bihar.
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Modi Cabinet approves 'Terms of Reference' of 16th Finance Commission | Check details
Business | Nov 30, 2023, 12:27 PM ISTThe commission will examine current arrangements for funding disaster management initiatives with reference to the funds established under the Disaster Management Act, 2005. In addition, it will also review tax devolution and state revenue augmentation strategies.
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PM Modi to hold two key Union Cabinet meetings at his residence tomorrow: Sources
India | Nov 27, 2023, 08:47 PM ISTThe meetings are scheduled on a day when a campaign for the Telangana Assembly election is ending. The timing hinted that PM Modi wanted to focus on the upcoming Lok Sabha election and he may ask his Cabinet colleagues to amp up work on all mega projects.
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Modi government hikes MSP for rabi crops for season 2024-25: Check latest prices
India | Oct 18, 2023, 06:10 PM ISTMSP is the minimum rate at which the grain is purchased by the government procurement agencies. India has three cropping seasons -- Summer, Kharif, and Rabi.
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Union Cabinet gives nod to creation of 'Mera Yuva Bharat' autonomous body: Know all about it
India | Oct 11, 2023, 04:59 PM ISTThe prime objective of 'Mera Yuva Bharat' is to make it a complete government platform for youth development. The autonomous body would be dedicated to the nation on October 31, the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
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'A crucial step': Union Cabinet approves Introduction of National Research Foundation Bill
India | Jun 28, 2023, 11:16 PM ISTThe supported Bill will prepare to lay out NRF that will seed, develop and Research and Development (R&D) and cultivate a culture of exploration and development all through India's colleges, schools, research organisations, and Research and development labs, the press release expressed.
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Cabinet approves Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023
India | Apr 19, 2023, 07:47 PM ISTThe Bill will curb the transmission of pirated film content on the internet.
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Centre approves Indian Space Policy 2023 to boost private participation
India | Apr 07, 2023, 08:14 AM ISTThe Indian Space Policy-2023 was approved by the Cabinet Committee on Security chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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Union Cabinet approves disposal of 15 lakh ton chana at Rs 8/kg discount to states, UTs
Business | Aug 31, 2022, 01:34 PM ISTUnion Cabinet has also raised the procurement ceiling under the price support scheme from the existing 25 per cent to 40 per cent for pulses such as tur, urad, and masur.
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5G in India coming soon: Modi govt clears proposal to auction spectrum
Business | Jun 15, 2022, 01:17 PM IST5G in India: As part of the process, a total of 72 gigahertz (GHz) of spectrum with a validity period of 20 years will be put to auction.
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Union Cabinet approves bill to repeal farm laws; to be tabled in Winter Session
India | Nov 24, 2021, 03:24 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi had last week announced to repeal the three farm laws that have been at the centre of protests.
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Union Cabinet likely to approve bills for withdrawal of farm laws on Wednesday, say Govt sources
India | Nov 21, 2021, 03:47 PM ISTThe withdrawal bills shall then be introduced in the forthcoming session of Parliament, government sources added.
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Union Cabinet approves AMRUT 2.0 till 2025-26, aims to make cities 'self-sustainable'
India | Oct 12, 2021, 10:47 PM ISTAMRUT 2.0 will adopt the principles of circular economy and promote conservation and rejuvenation of surface and groundwater bodies.