Ashwini Vaishnaw

Cabinet meeeting: Cabinet briefing LIVE: Govt approves Rs 16,300 cr National Critical Minerals Mission – The Economic Times Video

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Cabinet meeeting: Cabinet briefing LIVE: Govt approves Rs 16,300 cr National Critical Minerals Mission – The Economic Times Video

The government on Wednesday approved a Rs 16,300-crore National Critical Minerals Mission (NCMM) to promote exploration of critical minerals within the country and at offshore locations. The approval was given by the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Briefing the media after the Cabinet meeting, minister for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw said … Read more

Government extends one-time special package up to ₹3,850 crore for DAP fertilizer

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Government extends one-time special package up to ₹3,850 crore for DAP fertilizer

Ashwini Vaishnaw. File | Photo Credit: PTI The government on Wednesday (January 1, 2024) announced an extension of a one-time special package of up to ₹3,850 crore to ensure farmers continue to get Di-ammonium Phosphate (DAP) fertilizer at ₹1,350 per bag of 50 kg. A decision in this regard was taken in a meeting of … Read more

‘No Respect For Creative Industry’: Ashwini Vaishnaw Slams Congress Over Allu Arjun’s Arrest

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‘No Respect For Creative Industry’: Ashwini Vaishnaw Slams Congress Over Allu Arjun’s Arrest

Last Updated:December 13, 2024, 23:32 IST Vaishnaw blamed the Congress-led Telangana govt for “engaging in publicity stunts” to shift the blame over the stampede situation outside Sandhya theatre in Hyderabad. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw (PTI Image) Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday slammed the Congress over actor Allu Arjun’s arrest, stating that the party shows … Read more

Train accidents have declined by 73% in last 10 years: Ashwini

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Train accidents have declined by 73% in last 10 years: Ashwini

New Delhi: As a consequence of various safety measures taken by Indian Railways there has been an over 70 per cent decline in the number of train accidents during the last 10 years (2014-2024), Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said in a written reply in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. “Over the years, there has been … Read more

‘Vulgar content due to end of editorial check’: IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on social media regulation laws | India News

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‘Vulgar content due to end of editorial check’: IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on social media regulation laws | India News

NEW DELHI: Union minister for information and broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday called for the implementation of stricter laws to curb “vulgar content” on social media, pointing out that the traditional editorial checks, which once ensured content accuracy and appropriateness, have largely disappeared.“Today social media is a very big medium of freedom of the press … Read more

Rs 14,700 crore allocated for rail development in MP: Vaishnaw

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Rs 14,700 crore allocated for rail development in MP: Vaishnaw

Gwalior: Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said Rs 14,700 crore have been allocated for the development of railways in Madhya Pradesh. The railway minister on Sunday virtually flagged off a train service from Jaura to Kailaras in Morena district of MP after the route was converted from narrow gauge to broad gauge. Union Communications Minister … Read more

Ashwini Vaishnaw briefs on major aid to farmers through DPI: ‘Loans will be sanctioned in 20 mins… – The Economic Times Video

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Ashwini Vaishnaw briefs on major aid to farmers through DPI: ‘Loans will be sanctioned in 20 mins… – The Economic Times Video

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on September 02 briefed the seven important decisions by the Centre on the development of Agriculture sector of the country. During the briefing, he informed that now through Digital Payment Infrastructure the loans to farmers would be sanctioned within 20 minutes minimizing the paperwork hustle. “This is being developed on lines … Read more

All roads lead to ET WLF today; PM Modi to headline high-octane event

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All roads lead to ET WLF today; PM Modi to headline high-octane event

MUMBAI: The Economic Times World Leaders Forum (WLF) will bring together thought leaders and innovators from the world of business, economy, entrepreneurship and politics in New Delhi today. A one-of-a-kind gathering to celebrate the present and anticipate the future, WLF will be headlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will present his third-term vision with … Read more

Mamata Banerjee should resign, so should Ashwini Vaishnaw considering several rail accidents: CPI (M) leader Subhashini Ali

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Mamata Banerjee should resign, so should Ashwini Vaishnaw considering several rail accidents: CPI (M) leader Subhashini Ali

NEW DELHI: On Wednesday, Communist Party of India (Marxist) Politburo member Subhashini Ali called for West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to resign following the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor in the state. Ali also suggested that Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw should resign due to the numerous rail accidents that have … Read more

Indian Railways Introduces AI-Powered Machines To Keep Train Linen Clean

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Indian Railways Introduces AI-Powered Machines To Keep Train Linen Clean

Last Updated: July 22, 2024, 09:57 IST Indian Railways operates 80 mechanized laundries across the country. The software uses machine learning to identify and classify stains and damages with 100% accuracy. Indian Railways is using AI-camera technology to solve the problem of dirty linen given to passengers. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw introduced a new machine … Read more