<p>File photo</p><p><br></p> NEW DELHI: Railways is operating at least 7,000 additional special trains to cater to the Deepawali and Chhath rush. Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday that the national transporter will carry nearly one crore passengers during the festive period from October 1 to November 30.“This is around 60% more than 4,429 trains operated…
The new rail-road bridge in Varanasi will have four railway lines and a six lane highway. New Indian Railways bridge in Varanasi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union Cabinet has approved a new rail-cum-road bridge in Varanasi over river Ganga. According to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, the new rail-road bridge will be ‘one of the biggest’…
BENGALURU: Union minister for electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, expressed confidence that technological innovation will continue to thrive despite the implementation of AI regulations. He emphasised that these regulations, which include appropriate safeguards, will not hinder the growth and development of AI (Artificial Intelligence) technologies.Vaishnaw’s statement underscores the govt’s commitment to foster a conducive environment…
NEW DELHI: The Union Cabinet on Thursday gave its nod for the disbursement of productivity linked bonus equivalent to 78 days’ wages worth Rs 2,038.57 crores to more than 11.72 lakh non-gazetted railway employees.“Productivity Linked Bonus for Railway employees of Rs 2,029 crore has been approved by the cabinet for the good performance of railways…
NEW DELHI: Union railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday said that the government has roped in National Investigation Agency and DGPs and home secretaries of various states to track frequent train sabotage bids across the country and prevent any untoward incident.“There is dialogue going on with state governments, DGPs and home secretaries. The NIA is…
The Union cabinet has approved significant expansions to India’s space exploration initiatives, including the Chandrayaan-4 mission, Gaganyaan follow-up missions, and the Venus Orbiter Mission. Speaking on the decisions, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today announced, “Chandrayaan-4 has been expanded with additional elements, and the next step is a manned mission to the Moon.Preparatory steps have been…
GREATER NOIDA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday set an ambitious target of more than trebling electronics manufacturing in India to $500 billion in six years and suggested the entire manufacturing will be in the country, arguing India will not only make their semiconductor chips but also finished products.“In the 21st-century Bharat, the chips are…
NEW DELHI: The Centre on Wednesday approved health coverage to all senior citizens aged 70 years and above irrespective of income under the flagship scheme Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), regardless of their socio-economic status.Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw while announcing the Cabinet’s decision while addressing the media said that this will…
Apple has launched the latest iPhone 16 series, including the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. On the launch, IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the ‘Make in India’ initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is driving the creation of iconic products for the world.“Apple’s latest iPhone 16 being produced and launched globally from Indian…
NEW DELHI: Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday said that the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the proposal of BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment) policy stating that “a bio revolution is coming soon.”Addressing a recent Cabinet briefing the minister of information and broadcasting said: “One of the biggest…
