The Latest Breaking News from The Union Cabinet

Govt's revamped chip push; Emergent turns unicorn

The Union Cabinet has cleared the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0 to boost domestic chip manufacturing. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

The Economic Times · Jul 15

Cabinet clears Rs 25,500 crore highway push to decongest Varanasi

The Union Cabinet approved two highway projects for Varanasi. These projects will cost nearly Rs 25,500 crore in total. One project connects NH-31 and Varanasi Ring Road along River Varuna. The second project links NH-19 and Varanasi Ring Road along River Ganga. Both initiatives aim to significantly decongest the city…

The Economic Times · Jul 15

Cabinet approves India Semiconductor Mission 2.0; earmarks Rs 1.27 lakh crore for the project

The Union Cabinet approved India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 with significant funding. A Rs 62,500 crore Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme was also cleared. These initiatives aim to boost domestic electronics manufacturing capabilities. The approvals are part of seven key decisions worth over ₹2.19 lakh crore. These measures will strengthen India's global…

The Economic Times · Jul 15

Cabinet clears Rs 2,169 crore worth Ahmedabad Metro airport extension

The Union Cabinet has approved the Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2A project. This 6-km extension will connect Koteshwar Road to the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The project aims to improve urban mobility and connectivity to key development hubs. It will feature four elevated and one underground station.

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Union Cabinet passes resolution lauding PM Modi for becoming the longest-serving elected PM

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday passed a resolution applauding Prime Minister Narendra Modi for becoming the longest-serving elected PM for consecutive terms, as he completed 4,399 days in the office.

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Indian households continue to pay among the lowest cooking gas prices in the world: Petroleum Ministry

The Indian household continues to buy cooking gas much cheaper than the household in any neighbouring country, and far below the price paid in advanced economies such as the United States, Australia and Canada, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said on Sunday, noting that a beneficiary of the…

The Economic Times · Jun 7

From BS-IV to BS-VI: Cabinet nod for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCR

The Union Cabinet has approved a new scheme to replace old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR. This initiative aims to significantly reduce air pollution in the region. Owners of older vehicles can get incentives to switch to cleaner BS-VI or electric vehicles. The scheme will benefit over two lakh vehicle…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

Airlines' fuel, vehicle replacement & roadways in focus as Cabinet announces key decisions worth Rs 30,290 crore

The Union Cabinet has approved significant development initiatives totaling Rs 30,290 crore. A key focus is providing Rs 10,000 crore in budgetary support to Oil Marketing Companies. This aims to stabilize Aviation Turbine Fuel prices for Indian airlines. This measure addresses the current fuel price volatility. The support will help…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore for ATF price stabilization fund

The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 10,000 crore Aviation Turbine Fuel Price Stabilisation Fund. This fund aims to protect airlines and passengers from the sharp rise in ATF prices. The ongoing West Asia crisis has significantly impacted aviation fuel costs. This initiative will help manage the financial strain on…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

No proposal before Centre to declare cow national animal, ban slaughter nationwide: Meghwal

The Union Law Minister has clarified that the government is not considering making the cow the national animal or imposing a nationwide ban on cow slaughter. He noted that laws on cow slaughter vary by state. While various groups continue to raise these demands, no proposal is currently before the…

The Economic Times · May 30