The sources said the two BJP allies -- Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) -- will retain the portfolios they had in the previous Mahayuti government except for one additional ministry to the Shiv Sena.
The two projects were cleared on Thursday by the Cabinet Committee on Security and the contract for the Su-30-MKI jets has already been inked.
The Assam cabinet was expanded with the induction of four new ministers, aiming to enhance regional representation and community inclusivity.
The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of 85 new Kendriya Vidyalayas and 28 new Navodaya Vidyalayas, benefiting over 82,000 students and enhancing educational access across India.
To modernise India’s tax administration, the Union Cabinet has approved PAN 2.0, the upgrade of PAN services. The new upgrade will feature streamlining of registration and verification processes using cutting-edge technology.
Many Americans will know her as a Fox News contributor who has discussed issues such as the mpox strain, the effects of alcohol and drug use, or natural disaster relief. As of Trump's announcement, she was no longer a Fox News contributor, a spokesperson for the cable network said.
The Assam government renamed Karimganj district as ‘Sri Bhoomi’ honoring Tagore’s century-old reference. The Cabinet also finalised panchayat election dates and announced a Global Investment Summit for February 2025.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised former President Ram Nath Kovind for leading the High-Level Committee on Simultaneous Elections after the Cabinet approved the 'One Nation, One Election' recommendations. "This move is a significant step toward strengthening India’s democratic process," said PM.
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-IV: The all-weather roads will play the role of catalysts for the required socio-economic development and transformation of the remote rural areas.
The introduction of this Bill comes in response to the recent rape-murder of a woman medic at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, which has intensified calls for tougher measures against sexual violence.
Unified 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.
PM Modi-led Cabinet approved Unified Pension Scheme for government employees. The decision was made on the recommendation by a committee which consulted several top organisations including the RBI and World Bank.
Abbas Araghchi, 61, a career diplomat who oversaw the Iranian negotiations with the US over the now scrapped nuclear deal, will be Iran’s new foreign minister. Farzaneh Sadegh, the newly-appointed Housing and Road Minister, is the first female Iranian minister in a decade.
Navin, 57, joined the ED in November, 2019 as a Special Director. He was appointed as the acting Director of the ED after the tenure of his predecessor Sanjay Kumar Mishra came to an end on September 15 last year.
The Cabinet approved continuation of the scheme from April 2024 to March 2029. The two crore houses proposed are expected to benefit nearly 10 crore individuals.
This bill aims to ensure that Kannadigas have a substantial representation in the workforce across different job categories, furthering the state's objective of supporting and prioritising its local population in employment.
The Modi government has constituted key cabinet committees on security, economic, and political affairs, including members from the BJP and NDA allies. These committees will oversee vital governance areas, focusing on comprehensive development strategies across various sectors.
Netanyahu's rival Benny Gantz left the Cabinet earlier this month, leaving him more dependent on his far-right allies. His decision to dissolve the War Cabinet can impact monthslong efforts by the US, Egypt and Qatar for a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
Benny Gantz, Netanyahu's longtime rival, had joined the government after the October 7 attack and demanded the establishment of a small cabinet to sideline far-right members of the government. He left the government in early June, citing frustration with Netanyahu's handling of the war.
A number of key appointments have been made in various departments including Department of Health & Family Welfare, Ministry of AYUSH, Department of Pension and Pensioners' Welfare among others.
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