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Good news for passengers: Kolkata to get 60 new-generation Metro trains; Ashwini Vaishnaw announces major upgrade

Good news for passengers: Kolkata to get 60 new-generation Metro...

Sun, Jun 07, 2026

Kolkata Metro is set for a major upgrade after Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced plans to induct 60 new-generation Metro trains over the next four to five years. The new trains are expected to modernise the Metro network, support its ongoing expansion and improve urban mobility across the city.

Good news for passengers: Indian Railways to use AI, drones, CCTV for better safety; helpline 139 alert issued

Good news for passengers: Indian Railways to use AI, drones, CCTV...

Tue, May 26, 2026

Good news for passengers: Indian Railways will expand the use of AI surveillance, drones and CCTV systems to improve passenger safety across stations and trains nationwide. Passengers have also been asked to stay alert and report suspicious activity through railway helpline number 139.

Good news for passengers: Indian Railways approves 3 projects for West Bengal; new Jaipur train, Siliguri line upgrade cleared

Good news for passengers: Indian Railways approves 3 projects for...

Sat, May 16, 2026

Good news for passengers: Indian Railways has approved three major railway projects for West Bengal, including a new Santragachi–Khatipura Express and New Jalpaiguri–Siliguri line doubling. The projects are expected to improve passenger connectivity, reduce congestion and strengthen rail infrastructure across key routes in the state.

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Union Cabinet approves extension of AAI land lease for Nagpur Airport Development

Union Cabinet approves extension of AAI land lease for Nagpur Air...

Wed, May 13, 2026

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday, May 13, approved the extension of the lease period of the Airports Authority of India (AAI)’s land leased to MIHAN India Limited (MIL) beyond August 6, 2039, paving the way for the transfer of Nagpur Airport operations to GMR Nagpur International Airport Limited (GNIAL).

Good news for Delhi-NCR travellers: Railways clears Haiderpur-Badli ROB widening, elevated loop to ease traffic in North-West Delhi

Good news for Delhi-NCR travellers: Railways clears Haiderpur-Bad...

Mon, May 11, 2026

Good news for Delhi-NCR travellers: Indian Railways has approved widening of the Haiderpur-Badli ROB and an elevated loop connecting Shalimar Bagh with Sanjay Gandhi Transport Nagar to ease congestion in North-West Delhi. The projects are expected to reduce travel time, improve traffic flow and provide major relief at busy corridors like Mukarba Chowk and Outer Ring Road.

Good news for Delhi-NCR travellers: New Delhi–Faridabad MEMU train gets nod; check route, timings

Good news for Delhi-NCR travellers: New Delhi–Faridabad MEMU trai...

Sat, May 09, 2026

Good news for Delhi-NCR travellers: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has approved a new daily MEMU train service between Delhi and Faridabad. The service is expected to improve Delhi-NCR connectivity, reduce crowding and provide affordable travel for thousands of passengers.

Good news, railway passengers! Mumbai-Pune 48 min, Delhi-Lucknow 2 hr; Cabinet clears Rs 1.52 lakh-crore projects

Good news, railway passengers! Mumbai-Pune 48 min, Delhi-Lucknow...

Tue, May 05, 2026

Cabinet has cleared Rs 1.52 lakh crore projects across railways, credit, semiconductors and agriculture, with a focus on faster train travel and economic growth. Key routes like Mumbai–Pune, Bengaluru–Chennai and Delhi–Lucknow could see major travel time cuts, while ECLGS 5.0 and other measures boost businesses and farmers.

Good news for travellers: Vaishnaw shares South India bullet train plan; Amaravati–Hyderabad in 70 minutes

Good news for travellers: Vaishnaw shares South India bullet trai...

Tue, Apr 28, 2026

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has unveiled a South India bullet train network aimed at cutting travel time across key cities. Amaravati–Hyderabad journey could take just 70 minutes, with faster connectivity set to boost regional growth.

Indian Railways to run 18,262 summer special train trips to handle peak season rush

Indian Railways to run 18,262 summer special train trips to handl...

Fri, Apr 24, 2026

The Railways is planning to operate 18,262 summer special train trips during the peak summer travel period (15 April to 15 July 2026) to handle the expected surge in passenger traffic and reduce congestion. So far, 11,878 train trips have been notified, while the remaining services are also being gradually announced for passengers. Officials said this large-scale deployment reflects a calibrated approach supported by improved rake availability, optimised scheduling, and continuous monitoring.

Centre moves against unprecedented AI-powered cybersecurity threats; FM chairs high-level meeting with banks

Centre moves against unprecedented AI-powered cybersecurity threa...

Thu, Apr 23, 2026

The government has conducted a high-level meeting to discuss the threat of AI-linked cyber threats in the country. The finance minister chaired the meeting, where the IT minister was present.

Good news for shipping sector: Cabinet clears Rs 12,980 crore maritime insurance pool amid Hormuz tensions

Good news for shipping sector: Cabinet clears Rs 12,980 crore mar...

Sat, Apr 18, 2026

Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 12,980 crore Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool to ensure uninterrupted insurance cover for Indian shipping amid rising global risks. The move aims to safeguard trade routes and reduce dependence on foreign insurers during geopolitical tensions like the Hormuz crisis.

Jaipur Metro Phase 2: Cabinet clears 41-km corridor, approves Rs 1.74 lakh crore projects, Rs 79,459 crore HPCL refinery — Key details

Jaipur Metro Phase 2: Cabinet clears 41-km corridor, approves Rs...

Wed, Apr 08, 2026

Cabinet approves Rs 1.74 lakh crore projects, with a strong focus on Jaipur Metro Phase 2 and the Rs 79,459 crore HPCL Rajasthan refinery. Fertiliser subsidy raised to Rs 41,534 crore amid Iran-linked global cost pressures, alongside major hydropower approvals.

Good news for passengers: Railways plans decongestion at 76 stations; Ashwini Vaishnaw announces tech upgrades, stricter entry rules

Good news for passengers: Railways plans decongestion at 76 stati...

Sun, Mar 29, 2026

Indian Railways plans to decongest 76 major stations with AI surveillance, holding areas and stricter entry rules, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. The move aims to reduce crowding, improve safety and streamline passenger movement across the Indian Railways network.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw urges states to cooperate on projects, Railways not a matter of politics

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw urges states to cooperate on proj...

Wed, Mar 18, 2026

Railway is not a question of politics, but a matter which connects the common citizen with the services which governments can provide, Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw stated in the Lok Sabha.

Union Cabinet approves international status for Madurai airport; boost to connectivity, tourism and trade

Union Cabinet approves international status for Madurai airport;...

Tue, Mar 10, 2026

The Union Cabinet has approved international status for Madurai airport, a move expected to improve global connectivity for southern Tamil Nadu. The decision is likely to boost tourism, trade and regional economic growth while strengthening access to major pilgrimage destinations.

3 more semiconductor plants to start commercial operation in 2026: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

3 more semiconductor plants to start commercial operation in 2026...

Sun, Mar 01, 2026

"The promise he (PM Modi) made to the country that the semiconductor industry has to be brought to India, he fulfilled that promise. This is the first step," Vaishnaw said today at a semiconductor-focused conference.

52 reforms in 52 weeks: AI, drones to transform railway safety as Ashwini Vaishnaw launches Rail Tech policy

52 reforms in 52 weeks: AI, drones to transform railway safety as...

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

Railways will implement 52 reforms in 52 weeks, including a new Rail Tech Policy, AI-based safety systems and fully digital claim processing. The reforms aim to make Indian Railways safer, smarter and more transparent for passengers.

Ashwini Vaishnaw meets Ather Energy CEO to discuss semiconductor role in EV technology

Ashwini Vaishnaw meets Ather Energy CEO to discuss semiconductor...

Wed, Feb 25, 2026

The India Semiconductor Mission by the government aims to boost semiconductor manufacturing, design, and innovation and strengthen supply chains for electronics and EVs.

IBM to invest in quantum computing and cloud infrastructure in India: Ashwini Vaishnaw

IBM to invest in quantum computing and cloud infrastructure in In...

Tue, Feb 24, 2026

The Minister shared the update after holding a meeting with senior officials of IBM, highlighting the company's continued commitment to expanding its presence in India's advanced technology sectors.

AI Impact Summit 2026: 89 countries back New Delhi Declaration, support India’s human-centric AI vision

AI Impact Summit 2026: 89 countries back New Delhi Declaration, s...

Sun, Feb 22, 2026

The AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi concluded with 89 countries endorsing the New Delhi Declaration, backing a human-centric approach to artificial intelligence. The agreement promotes India’s ‘AI for All’ vision, focusing on wider access, trust and global cooperation in AI development.

What is the New Delhi Frontier AI Commitments Framework? India’s new global plan for inclusive, responsible AI: Explained

What is the New Delhi Frontier AI Commitments Framework? India’s...

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

India AI Summit 2026: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the New Delhi Frontier AI Commitments Framework at the India AI Impact Summit, calling it a major step towards inclusive and responsible AI.

India sets Guinness World Record with 2.5 lakh AI responsibility pledges

India sets Guinness World Record with 2.5 lakh AI responsibility...

Wed, Feb 18, 2026

The IndiaAI Mission joined forces with Intel India to start a national campaign that aimed to encourage citizens throughout India to pledge responsible and ethical AI usage

AI Summit 2026 Day 3: From timings to entry gates to parking, all you need to know before you visit Bharat Mandapam

AI Summit 2026 Day 3: From timings to entry gates to parking, all...

Wed, Feb 18, 2026

The central government has issued an advisory detailing the timings of the ongoing India AI Impact Summit 2026 Advisory on Wednesday, the third day of the five-day event organised in the national capital.

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