Thu, Nov 28, 2024
The two-month period was marked by festivals such as Ganesh Chaturthi, Dussehra, and Diwali, which usually witnesses a spurt in passengers travelling through the railways. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shared the zone-wise data on the revenue from ticket sales in answer to a question in the Lok Sabha.
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Wed, Nov 27, 2024
The minister was responding to questions on the total financial loss incurred by the government due to train accidents raised by five MPs -- S Venkatesan, K Subbarayan, PC Gaddigoudar, Selvaraj V and Balwant Baswant Wankhade -- from different political parties.
Tue, Nov 26, 2024
PAN (Permanent Account Number) 2.0 is an upgraded version of PAN 1.0. PAN serves as a unique taxpayer number. The new PAN card aims to streamline businesses and citizen-centric operations.
Mon, Nov 25, 2024
The Minister also detailed significant railway reforms, including the production of special and general coaches, with 12,000 general coaches currently under production. He unveiled a souvenir commemorating the association's efforts during the event, the release noted. During his visit to Nagpur, Vaishnaw paid homage to Babasaheb Ambedkar at the Central Memorial in Deekshabhoomi.
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw conducted a surprise inspection at New Delhi Railway Station on Friday to review the arrangements to cope with the heavy rush of passengers who are going to different destinations in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh for Chhath Puja.
Tue, Oct 01, 2024
He stated, “Successful vertical lifting trial! New Pamban Bridge.” This trial represents a significant milestone in the development of this crucial infrastructure project.
Tue, Sep 10, 2024
Noting that Apple's latest iPhone 16 is being produced and has been launched globally from Indian factories, Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday said that 'Make in India' initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is driving the creation of iconic products for the world.
Sat, Aug 10, 2024
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that there is no provision for creamy layer in SCs and STs reservation in the Constitution drafted by BR Ambedkar, and the NDA government is bound to follow that Constitution.
Fri, Aug 09, 2024
While briefing the Cabinet decisions on Friday, Minister of Railways and Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the new eight railway projects are expected to cut down around 767 crore kilograms of carbon dioxide which in simple terms are equivalent to planting 30 crore trees.
Wed, Jul 31, 2024
Vaishnaw responded to questions raised by nine MPs on whether the government has identified old railway bridges in Maharashtra which are in dilapidated conditions and the details of the repair work undertaken in the last three years.
Sun, Jun 30, 2024
Vaishnaw said this while addressing a felicitation programme organised by Odisha BJP here to felicitate the party's 20 MPs and 78 MLAs elected in recently held Lok Sabha and Assembly polls in the state.
Mon, Jun 24, 2024
Kavach 3.2 version is being installed on approved high-density routes, the railway officials said, adding that upgrading and installation of the latest version on new routes will go on simultaneously to cover a wider railway network in a shorter period.
Mon, Jun 17, 2024
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently announced ambitious targets, aiming to deploy around 250 Vande Bharat sleeper trains by 2029.
Tue, Jun 11, 2024
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday, June 11 said the government will push ahead with its tech-driven agenda of cementing the country's global lead in semiconductor and electronics manufacturing and as a technology and digital hub.
Fri, May 17, 2024
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw assured the public that the era of perennial waiting lists is nearing its end. With a strategic focus on infrastructure development, the government aims to eliminate waiting lists within the next five to six years, promising an efficient and hassle-free travel experience for millions of passengers.
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
The Railways Ministry has officially announced the completion of the first phase, a 50-km long stretch between Surat and Bilimora, by August 2026. It also announced in January 2024 that 100 per cent land was acquired for the project.
Fri, Mar 08, 2024
The Union Cabinet greenlights the groundbreaking India AI Program, allocating Rs 10,371.92 crore to forge a robust AI ecosystem through public-private partnership. The initiative aims to develop scalable AI infrastructure, foster deeptech AI startups, and promote responsible AI projects, along with expanding AI education at all academic levels.
Thu, Mar 07, 2024
A multi-sectoral live repository of 7,500 best practices, 5,000 policy documents, over 900 datasets, 1,400 data profiles, and 350 NITI publications will be part of the new platform, according to an official statement.
Wed, Mar 06, 2024
The 'NITI For States' platform will facilitate the digital transformation of governance by equipping government officials with robust, contextually relevant, and actionable knowledge and insights, thereby enhancing the quality of their decision-making.
Mon, Mar 04, 2024
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the Department of Telecommunications has undertaken numerous initiatives to raise awareness so that citizens can use such tools to address their complaints while also protecting themselves from cyber-frauds.
Fri, Mar 01, 2024
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw explained the development of India’s semiconductor ecosystem to the officials in New Delhi. In his ‘special class’, he was seen giving lessons to the officials on his whiteboard in office.
The Union Cabinet approves incentives for Tata Group's Rs 91,000 crore semiconductor foundry, marking India's entry into commercial fab manufacturing. The move aligns with India's efforts to localize chip production and safeguard strategic interests. Additionally, two assembly, testing, marking, and packaging (ATMP) units from Tata Group and CG Power-Renesas are greenlighted, with a cumulative investment of Rs 1,26,000 crore.
Mon, Feb 19, 2024
The Amrit Bharat Express trains have improved facilities for rail passengers like attractive designed seats, better luggage rack, mobile charging point with suitable mobile holder, LED lights, CCTV, public information system, among others.
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