The 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.
On '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.
Union 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.
Vande 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: 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 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.
Ashwini 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.
After 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.
The '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.
Union 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.
Vande 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.
The 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).
The projects have been cleared under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP) with an estimated investment of Rs 28,602 crore.
Describing 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: Assured Minimum Pension will be Rs 10,000 per month on superannuation after a minimum of 10 years of service.
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.
Ashwini 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.
The 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).
The new line projects, to be completed by 2030-2031, will generate direct employment for about three crore man-days during the construction period.
The 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.
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