UNION MINISTER ASHWINI VAISHNAW
Union minister Nitin Gadkari holds meeting with Delhi LG, CM over road-infra projects
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, along with Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, convened to assess the progress of NHAI projects in Delhi, which are valued at ₹35,000 crore. Gupta highlighted the benefits of the BJP's "double-engine" government for Delhi's infrastructure development. NHAI has also approved RoB and RuB projects worth ₹150 crore for Delhi.
IndiaAI empanelment drives down prices of GPUs in second round
AI startups, developers, researchers and corporations exploring and implementing AI would be able to afford GPU capacity by leasing from the identified providers. “All existing empanelled players will be asked to match new L1 prices,” IndiaAI Mission chief executive Abhishek Singh told ET. “From what we hear from companies, they will mostly match, to retain their priority of allocation of AI workloads.”
Union Ministers engage key leaders ahead of Justice Varma's impeachment motion
The government is planning to engage with the opposition to achieve a consensus on initiating an impeachment motion against Justice Yashwant Varma during the monsoon session of Parliament. Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju is expected to coordinate with opposition parties on this matter. Senior leaders, including Amit Shah and JP Nadda, have held meetings to discuss the issue.
After Op Sindoor, PM to chair first meeting of mins' council tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to chair a Union Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, the first after Operation Sindoor, coinciding with the Modi government's 11th anniversary. Ministers will be briefed on Operation Sindoor and its consequences. The BJP plans to emphasize the anti-terrorism measures as part of the anniversary celebrations, and discussions may include the caste census.
Canada Post union meets with Jobs Minister amid ongoing Labor dispute
Canadian Union of Postal Workers officials met with government representatives to discuss the ongoing overtime ban and Canada Post's latest contract proposals. These proposals include signing bonuses and a revised cost-of-living allowance, but the CUPW has expressed reservations, citing concerns over staffing and delivery issues. The negotiations follow a significant financial loss for Canada Post and a previous national strike.
Torrential rains, landslides in coastal Karnataka leave 4 dead
Heavy rains and landslides in Karnataka's Dakshina Kannada district have resulted in four fatalities. A landslide struck a home, claiming the lives of a three-year-old, his two-year-old brother, and their grandmother. In a separate incident, a compound wall collapse killed a six-year-old girl. Authorities have issued warnings, and the Chief Minister has instructed officials to take immediate action.
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After Sarvam.ai, Soket AI, Gnani.ai, Gan.ai to now build foundation AI models, says IndiaAI Mission
The IndiaAI Compute portal now has 34,000 GPUs, sourced from Nvidia, AMD, AWS, and Intel. In the second round of the GPU tender, seven technically qualified bidders have been empanelled. IndiaAI Mission has now selected Soket AI, Gnani.ai, and Gan.ai, in addition to Sarvam.ai, to develop foundation AI models.
Congress demeaning armed forces day in, day out: Union Minister Kishan Reddy
Union Minister G Kishan Reddy criticised Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Telangana CM Revanth Reddy for allegedly undermining the armed forces. This came after Revanth Reddy questioned PM Modi about Rafale aircraft losses and the decision to end conflict with Pakistan. Kishan Reddy accused Congress of demoralising the forces and echoing enemy narratives, questioning their loyalty to India.
Railways to create sandbox for startups: Ashwini Vaishnaw
"Maybe in another two months from now, we'll have a new policy where any new innovative idea can be tried and tested at a small scale, in a sandbox environment, and then we can scale it up to a bigger level," the railways, information technology and information and broadcasting minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said CII summit.
IndiaAI selects 10 startups for global acceleration programme
IndiaAI Mission has selected 10 homegrown AI startups for its global initiative, partnering with Paris-based Station F and HEC Paris. The four-month programme supports global scale-up, market access, and collaboration. Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw called it a milestone in India’s AI innovation diplomacy and global growth.
Rewa-Pune, Jabalpur-Raipur and Gwalior-KSR Bengaluru train services to begin in 2 months: Vaishnaw
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the launch of three new train services connecting Madhya Pradesh to Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Karnataka within the next two months. These routes include Rewa-Pune, Jabalpur-Raipur, and Gwalior-KSR Bengaluru City, aiming to improve connectivity, trade, and economic development in the regions. Additionally, projects worth ₹1.
Andhra four-lane corridor receives cabinet approval
The 108.134 km, four-lane Badvel-Nellore Corridor on national highway (NH) 67 will be built on design-build-finance-operate-transfer (DBFOT) mode. It will provide connectivity to important nodes in the three industrial corridors of Andhra Pradesh-Kopparthy node on the Vishakhapatnam-Chennai Industrial Corridor, Orvakal node on Hyderabad-Bengaluru Industrial Corridor and Krishnapatnam node on Chennai-Bengaluru Industrial Corridor-and will have a positive impact on India's Logistics Performance Index, said a government statement.
Cabinet gives nod to extend Modified Interest Subvention Scheme at 1.5% rate for FY26
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Modi, has approved the continuation of the Interest Subvention component under the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for FY26, benefiting over 7.75 crore KCC accounts.
Cabinet hikes minimum support price of Kharif crops for 2025-26; ups paddy MSP by Rs 69 per quintal
Amid concerns of an above-normal monsoon disrupting sowing, the Cabinet has declared the Minimum Selling Price for kharif crops for the 2025-26 marketing season. Early pre-monsoon showers have saturated the soil, hindering land preparation for planting. A consistent and uniform monsoon spread is crucial for a successful kharif season and to bolster India's agricultural output and economic growth.
Ex-CJI Khehar, dancer Shobana Chandrakumar among 68 personalities conferred with Padma awards
President Droupadi Murmu presented Padma Awards to 68 distinguished individuals at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The ceremony honored figures like Jagdish Singh Khehar, Shobana Chandrakumar, and Anant Nag. Awards were given posthumously to Kumudini Lakhia and Sharda Sinha. The event recognized contributions across diverse fields. The government aims to honor unsung heroes through these awards.
Assam CM meets union ministers, seeks new mineral extraction, expanded coal linkages, & railway infra boost
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma engaged with Union Ministers G. Kishen Reddy and Ashwini Vaishnaw to bolster the state's infrastructure and economy. Sarma requested support for coal and mineral extraction, seamless coal linkages for thermal plants, and expansion of Margherita coal mines. Discussions with Vaishnaw centered on railway infrastructure expansion to establish Assam as a logistics hub.
Reimagine connectivity not as commodity but as constitutional commitment: Union minister Jyotiraditya to telcos
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia emphasized that telecom providers should view connectivity not just as a commodity, but as a constitutional commitment, focusing on affordability, availability, accessibility, quality, safety, and emerging technologies like AI and IoT. Speaking at an ISPAI and Nixi event, he highlighted India’s rapid economic growth and telecom sector’s strong CAGR, especially in the northeast.
PM Modi inaugurates new locomotive manufacturing plant in Dahod, Gujarat to boost Indian Railways; Watch video
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a railway locomotive manufacturing plant in Dahod, Gujarat, to enhance railway infrastructure and freight capabilities. The facility will produce 9000 HP electric locomotives for domestic use and export, featuring regenerative braking for energy efficiency. Following the inauguration, PM Modi will launch development projects worth over ₹24,000 crore in Dahod.
Centre approves new Agartala-Guwahati train service, Tripura MP Biplab Kumar Deb expresses gratitude to PM Modi, Ashwini Vaishnaw
The central government has approved a new train service connecting Agartala and Guwahati (Narangi), a move championed by West Tripura MP Biplab Kumar Deb. This decision follows Deb's advocacy for improved railway services in Tripura, including a direct train to Guwahati for enhanced regional connectivity and passenger convenience.
Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu seeks law tweaks to boost AI, data cities
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu requests changes in central laws. He aims to attract investment in data cities and AI. Naidu wants tax benefits for foreign cloud providers. He also seeks copyright law changes for AI model training. Tax exemptions for tier-3 cities are also proposed. These changes will help Andhra Pradesh become a technology hub.
PM Modi, Union ministers attend NDA CMs' meet
A significant meeting of NDA leaders commenced in New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and key ministers participated. Discussions included Operation Sindoor, caste enumeration, and governance. The conclave will address the Modi government's anniversary. International Yoga Day and the Emergency's anniversary are also on the agenda. Chief Ministers will present their state initiatives.
N Chandrababu Naidu pitches for shifting HAL AMCA, LCA production to Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu wants Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's AMCA and LCA production in his state. He proposed land for HAL's AMCA facility near Bengaluru airport. Naidu envisions a defence industrial corridor across Andhra Pradesh. He discussed this proposal with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The plan includes air force stations, naval equipment testing, and drone manufacturing hubs.
Pakistan forced to go down on its knees: PM Modi in Bikaner rally on Operation Sindoor
PM Modi declared his government's strong national security measures had forced Pakistan to its knees, revealing Indian forces destroyed nine terror hideouts in 22 minutes after an attack. He outlined 'Operation Sindoor,' emphasizing a strong response to terror, no fear of nuclear threats, and holding accountable governments supporting terrorists. Modi inaugurated railway projects in Rajasthan, highlighting his government's decisive action.
PM Modi inaugurates 103 Amrit Bharat stations across 18 states; check full list
Narendra Modi launched 103 Amrit Bharat Stations across 18 states. The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme aims to upgrade railway stations in phases. The scheme focuses on modernizing infrastructure and improving connectivity. Stations will integrate local heritage and culture. Gandhinagar was the first station upgraded under this scheme. Many Amrit Stations are being inaugurated in different states.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shares update on Bullet Train Project, says 300 km viaduct completed
India's Bullet Train Project achieves a significant milestone with 300 km of viaduct completed, as announced by Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. Excavation work at the Mumbai bullet train station, an underground hub at Bandra Kurla Complex, progresses steadily with approximately 76% finished.
Govt received 70 applications for electronic component manufacturing scheme, 80 pc from MSMEs
The Indian government's Rs 23,000-crore electronics component manufacturing scheme has garnered significant interest, receiving 70 applications within just 15 days. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw noted that a majority, around 80%, of these applications have come from small and medium enterprises.
HCL-Foxconn OSAT facility will help meet growing demand for advanced technologies: Roshni Nadar Malhotra
This follows the consortium receiving Cabinet nod to set up a Rs 3,706 crore outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) facility in Uttar Pradesh (UP). The facility will have a production capacity of 20,000 wafers per month and generate 3,500 jobs.
New chip on the block: Uttar Pradesh to host HCL-Foxconn JV
India's smartphone manufacturing gets a boost. HCL and Foxconn are partnering for a semiconductor assembly and test unit. The plant will be in Uttar Pradesh. It will produce display driver chips. This move supports India's localization efforts. The unit aims to meet a significant portion of India's display driver demand. Production is expected to start in 2027.
HCL-Foxconn plant cleared; Airbnb’s India play
The Union Cabinet has cleared the sixth chipmaking facility under the India Semiconductor Mission. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
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