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Rahul Gandhi gains ground as Ashwini Vaishnaw acknowledges caste census demand in Parliament [Video]

Rahul Gandhi gains ground as Ashwini Vaishnaw acknowledges caste census demand in Parliament

The Union Cabinet has approved the long-awaited caste census under PM Modi’s leadership.Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the decision after a key meeting on Wednesday.The caste census is..

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Rs 22,864 crore corridor project connecting Meghalaya to Assam: Key decisions at cabinet meet

The Union Cabinet has approved a high-speed corridor connecting Meghalaya and Assam, aiming to boost connectivity and economic growth in the Northeast. Additionally, the fair and remunerative price of..
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Caste Census To Be Part Of National Census: Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw After Union Cabinet Meeting

Caste Census: The decision comes amid repeated demand from the opposition to hold nationwide caste census in the country.
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Union Cabinet approves railway multitracking projects across Maharashtra, Odisha, Chhattisgarh for Rs 18,658 crore


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Union Cabinet approves Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme with funding of Rs 22,919 crore


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Govt Committed To Bihar`s All-Round Development: PM Modi

After the Union Cabinet headed by him took the decision, PM Modi said the scheme will provide water for irrigating a large area and boosting the income of farmers.
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'Boosting Bihar's progress': PM Modi as cabinet approves Rs 3,712 crore Patna-Sasaram corridor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the Union Cabinet's approval for the Patna-Sasaram corridor project to ease traffic and promote economic growth in Bihar. The Rs 3,712.40 crore project will..
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Good news for central government employees! Union Cabinet approves DA hike by...

The Union Cabinet on Friday increased the Dearness Allowance (DA) by 2 percentage points effective from January 1 this year, benefitting nearly 1.15 crore central government employees and pensioners.
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Modi Cabinet Announces DA Hike For Central Govt Employees; Check How Much Salary Will Increase, Arrear And Other Details

New Delhi: Much to market expectations, the Union Cabinet led by PM Narendra Modi announced the much awaited Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief Hike for lakhs of central government employees
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Centre OKs Rs 4.5k-crore 6-lane NH linking JNPT & Old Pune highway

The Union cabinet has approved a new 6-lane highway connecting Jawaharlal Nehru Port with Chowk village on the Old Pune highway. Estimated to cost Rs 4,500 crore, this 29-km project aims to enhance..
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Union Cabinet approves Rs 10,600 crore urea fertiliser project for Assam


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Thank PM Modi on behalf of 1.25 crore people...: Uttarakhand CM lauds union cabinet decisions approving Kedarnath, Hemkund Sahib ropeway projects


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Cabinet approves Kedarnath ropeway project, slashing travel time from 8-9 hours to 36 minutes

The Union cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the Kedarnath and Hemkund Sahib ropeway projects with a substantial financial outlay. The Kedarnath ropeway will connect Sonprayag..
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Ropeways to 2 pilgrimage sites likely to get Cabinet nod today

The Union Cabinet is set to approve two ropeway projects connecting the pilgrim centres of Kedarnath and Hemkund Sahib. These projects aim to enhance connectivity and boost tourism in hilly areas. The..
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Union Cabinet Approves Waqf (Amendment) Bill Based On JPC Report: Reports

The Union cabinet has approved the Waqf (amendment) bill based on the JPC report, according to media reports.
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Centre spent Rs 66 crore on court cases in 2023-24, total over Rs 400 crore in 10 years

The Centre spent Rs 66 crore on legal proceedings in 2023-24, totaling over Rs 400 crore since 2014. Litigation costs have generally increased each year, except during peak Covid-19 years. A national..
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Youth are the driving force of our nation: Union Cabinet Minister Sarbananda Sonowal


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New Income Tax Bill likely to be introduced in parliament today; here is what to expect

The Union Cabinet last week cleared the new Income Tax bill. Sitharaman had indicated earlier that the bill will be sent to a parliamentary committee for scrutiny.
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New Income Tax Bill cleared by Cabinet: What is the New Income Tax Bill & why is it being introduced? Explained

New Income Tax Bill: The Union Cabinet has approved the New Income Tax Bill, which aims to replace the 1961 Act by simplifying direct tax legislation. This proposed bill, featuring clearer language and..
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Pension Scheme For e-Commerce Delivery Agents Soon To Become Reality? Labour Min To Seek Union Cabinet Nod

This assumes significance in view of the Budget announcement earlier this month by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman about rolling out of a social security scheme for one crore gig workers engaged..
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Paving the Way for Innovation: Hunch Circle and Startup Odisha Sign Landmark MoU

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Hunch Circle Private Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Startup Odisha in a landmark initiative to strengthen Odisha's startup ecosystem. Hunch Circle is a portfolio company of..
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Budget 2025: Union Cabinet Approves The Union Budget 2025-26

The Cabinet meeting was held after Sitharaman, who carried a 'Bahi-Khata', met President Droupadi Murmu, accompanied by MoS Finance Pankaj Choudhary and other officials from her ministry.
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Smriti Irani Leads a Transformative Gender Equity Agenda at Davos 2025

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*Smriti Irani,**Chairperson* of the *Alliance for Global Good Gender Equity and Equality*, emerged as a transformative force, leading several key initiatives on Gender Equity and Equality agenda at..
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Govt okays Rs 11.4k cr revival plan for debt-ridden RINL

The Union Cabinet has greenlit an Rs 11,440 crore revival package for Rashtriya Ispat Nigam (RINL), addressing its debt issues. The package includes equity infusion and loan conversion to preference..
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8th Pay Commission: How much salary hike can central government employees expect? Here’s a quick guide, calculations

8th Pay Commission latest news: Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union Cabinet has approved the constitution of the 8th Pay Commission, promising central government employees a salary hike. The current..
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Cabinet okays Cape Town Convention Bill

India's Union Cabinet has approved the 'Protection and Enforcement of Interests in Aircraft Objects Bill, 2024 (Cape Town Convention Bill)', making it easier for aircraft and engine lessors to reclaim..
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Cabinet okays Rs 4k cr third launchpad

The Union Cabinet has approved the construction of a third launch pad at Isro's Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. Estimated at Rs 3,984.8 crore, this new pad will enhance India's space..
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8th Pay Commission: PM Modi`s BIG Remark On Govt Employees; Says, `Cabinet Decision To...`

PM Modi-led Union Cabinet on Thursday approved setting up the 8th Pay Commission to revise salaries of nearly 50 lakh central government employees and allowances of about 65 lakh pensioners.
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Good news for central government employees, as 8th Pay Commission gets cabinet approval ahead of Budget 2025

In a major decision, the Union Cabinet on Thursday decided to set up the 8th Pay Commission to revise salaries of central government employees and allowances of pensioners.
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8th Pay Commission: Cabinet approves constitution of 8th Pay Commission; central government employees eye pay hike

8th Pay Commission news: Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union Cabinet on Thursday approved the constitution of the 8th Pay Commission, sources told TOI.
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Union Cabinet Condoles Demise Of Dr Manmohan Singh

A State mourning has been declared for seven days till January 1, 2025, during which the National Flag will be flown at half-mast throughout Bharat and in all the Indian Missions/High Commissions.
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Manmohan Singh's demise: Govt to declare 7-day national mourning, Congress cancels meets

Former PM Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday night. The central government will declare seven days of national mourning with his last rites conducted with full state honours. The Union Cabinet will..
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Manmohan Singh's demise: Govt declares 7-day mourning; last rites to be held with full state hounours

The Union government declared a seven-day national mourning for former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who passed away at 92. His last rites will be conducted with full state honours. Congress has..
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Union minister Arjun Ram Meghwal's remarks on Meera Bai spark row in Rajasthan

Union Cabinet Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal's remarks about Meera Bai have incited outrage among Rajput groups, calling for his arrest. Meghwal is accused of making derogatory statements that insult..
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Simultaneous Polls Will Push India Into Perils Of Unitary Form Of Governance: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin

The Union Cabinet last week decided to hold simultaneous polls to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies but opted to leave "as of now" how local body polls are held.
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One Nation, One Election bill to be tabled in Lok Sabha on Monday

The Union Cabinet cleared the One Nation, One Election bill, set to be tabled in the Lok Sabha on December 16. This constitutional amendment aims to synchronize national and Union Territory elections,..
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What happens if there's a hung House, asks BJD

Biju Janata Dal (BJD) urged for more discussions with political parties regarding the "one nation, one election" initiative following the Union Cabinet's approval of related bills. BJD's Sasmit Patra..
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Cabinet greenlights 2 bills for one nation, one poll

The Union Cabinet approved bills for "one nation, one election," aiming to synchronize Lok Sabha, state, and local body polls. This move seeks to streamline governance and reduce election-related..
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`One Nation, One Election`: What Will Change After The Bill Is Passed? Check Out Key Recommendations For Simultaneous Polls

The Union Cabinet, led by former president Ram Nath Kovind approved the "One Nation, One Election" bill, which aims to conduct simultaneous elections across the country.
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'Against democracy' vs 'need of the hour': One Nation, One Election sparks BJP, oppn row as Centre gets ready to table bill

The Union Cabinet approved the One Nation One Election bill, likely to be tabled in Parliament next week. The opposition INDIA bloc criticized the move as an attack on federalism and democracy, while..
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Union Cabinet approves 'One Nation, One Election' bill, likely to be introduced in ongoing winter session

The government is keen on holding wider consultations on bills which are likely to be referred to a parliamentary committee.
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Union Cabinet Approves One Nation, One Election; Comprehensive Bill Likely: Report

Union Cabinet approves One Nation, One Election. It is likely to bring Comprehensive Bill.
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Former president Ram Nath Kovind bats for ONOE, says country's GDP will rise by 1 to 1.5% after its implementation

Former President Ram Nath Kovind advocated for 'One Nation, One Election,' highlighting its potential to boost India's GDP by 1-1.5%. He emphasized the need for consensus-building, positioning the..
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DMRC New Route: Govt Plans Delhi Metro Corridor Connecting India Gate, North, South blocks To Indraprastha Station

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has been asked to finalise the proposed alignment, they said, adding it will be an extension of the Inderlok-Indraprastha metro corridor that was approved by the..
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Eknath Shinde will take big decision in next 24 hours: Shiv Sena leader

He also asserted that Eknath Shinde will not take any position in the Union cabinet as his interest lies in Maharashtra politics
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Vodafone Idea shares surge 18% after Union Cabinet approves bank guarantee waiver

Vodafone Idea's shares surged nearly 18% after the government waived bank guarantees for spectrum dues. This move significantly benefits Vi, which faced a substantial obligation.
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Boost for natural farming, PAN 2.0 and more: 9 big decisions taken by Cabinet

The Union Cabinet approved several key initiatives, including a National Mission on Natural Farming with a budget of ₹2,481 crore, the PAN 2.0 project for improved taxpayer services, and the One..
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