Ashwini Vaishnaw: News
PM Modi arrives in Manipur, launches ₹8,500 crore projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Manipur on Saturday, his first visit since the 2023 ethnic violence that claimed over 200 lives.
PM Modi inaugurates ₹9,000cr projects in Mizoram
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated several development projects worth over ₹9,000 crore in Aizawl, Mizoram.
You can't use TikTok in India anytime soon
India's Information Technology (IT) Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has confirmed that there are no plans to lift the ban on popular short video app TikTok.
India's electronics manufacturing sector grows sixfold to ₹11.5L crore
India's electronics manufacturing sector has witnessed massive growth, expanding sixfold in the last 11 years to become a ₹11.5 lakh crore industry.
India's GDP grew 7.8% despite 'economic selfishness': Modi targets Trump
In an apparent swipe at US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India's GDP grew by 7.8% in the first quarter of the fiscal year despite "challenges arising from economic selfishness."
Meet Vikram, India's 1st indigenous 32-bit microprocessor made by ISRO
India has unveiled its first-ever indigenous 32-bit microprocessor, dubbed Vikram.
Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurates ₹870cr tempered glass factory in Noida
Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has inaugurated a new tempered glass screen protector factory in Noida.
How India passed Online Gaming Law in just 4 days
India has swiftly enacted the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, completing the legislative process in a record 96 hour.
Online Gaming Bill clears both Houses amid opposition protests
The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill was passed in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday.
Bill to regulate online gaming introduced in Lok Sabha
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has introduced the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha. The bill seeks to regulate and promote the online gaming industry, including e-sports, educational games, and social gaming.
Samsung set to expand manufacturing operations in India: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Samsung is set to expand its manufacturing operations in India, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced.
PM to inaugurate Kolkata Metro's 3 new lines soon
Kolkata is set to witness a major transformation in its public transport system with the inauguration of three long-pending metro lines.
India is the leading smartphone supplier to US: Ashwini Vaishnaw
India has become the top supplier of smartphones to the United States, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Sunday.
'Udaipur Files' producer meets I&B minister again
Amid the controversy over the release of Udaipur Files, producer Amit Jani met Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday.
Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train service to start 'very soon': check details
India's first bullet train service between Mumbai and Ahmedabad will start operations "very soon," Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Sunday.
New Delhi railway station stampede triggered by falling luggage: Vaishnaw
A stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station on February 15, which killed 18 people, including four children and 11 women, was triggered by a large piece of luggage falling from a passenger's head.
India's electronics exports have touched $40B, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
India's electronics exports have crossed the $40 billion mark, marking an eight-fold increase in the last 11 years.
8th Pay Commission: How will it impact your salary?
The Indian government is expected to form the 8th Pay Commission by January 2026, which aims to revise allowances, pensions, and salaries for current and retired central government employees.
Traveling via trains in India should now become safer
The Indian Railways has decided to install CCTV cameras in all its 74,000 coaches and 15,000 locomotives.
Union cabinet passes resolution condemning Emergency on its 50th anniversary
The Union Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has passed a resolution condemning the imposition of the Emergency in India on its 50th anniversary.
India's semiconductor era begins: Inside Tata's first chip plant
Tata Electronics is establishing India's first semiconductor fabrication facility in Dholera, near Ahmedabad.
4 Railway officials suspended after allotting filthy train to jawans
Four Railway officials have been suspended after a train in deplorable condition was allotted to Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, who were on their way to Jammu for their Amarnath Yatra duty.
Pakistan attacked 'insaniyat and Kashmiriyat' in Pahalgam: Modi in J&K
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on Pakistan over its open support for terrorists after he inaugurated several projects during his first visit to Jammu and Kashmir since the Pahalgam attack.
Tatkal tickets now require Aadhaar—How Railways' new rule tackles fraud
In a major move to curb misuse and streamline ticketing, Indian Railways will soon make e-Aadhaar authentication mandatory for booking Tatkal tickets.
National population census to begin from March 1, 2027
The long-pending national census and caste enumeration will start on March 1, 2027.
Modi government selects 3 more start-ups to develop AI models
The IndiaAI Mission, under the Modi government, has selected three additional teams, Soket AI, Gnani.ai, and Gan.ai, to develop foundational artificial intelligence (AI) models. The announcement was made on Friday.
Modi government eyes additional 14,000 GPUs to boost AI mission
India is set to take a significant step in its artificial intelligence (AI) journey.
You can travel via bullet train in Gujarat by 2028
India's ambitious bullet train project is finally taking shape, with the first run scheduled to take place in Gujarat by 2028.
Maharashtra women's body slams obscene web content, demands action
The Maharashtra State Women Commission (MSWC) has written to the National Commission for Women (NCW) to take action against web shows and online applications, such as Ullu, for displaying obscene content.
WAVES: Lyca, Mahaveer Jain announce global deal for 9 films
In a significant move to bolster India's global content creation status, Lyca Group (UK-Europe) and Mahaveer Jain Films have announced a collaboration to produce nine Indian feature films over the next three years.
Caste-based enumeration to be part of upcoming census: Union government
The Indian government has announced that it will include caste-based enumeration in the upcoming decennial census.
Modi government might allow 26% Chinese stake in electronics JVs
The Indian government is considering a policy change, that may permit Chinese companies to own a minority stake of up to 26% in joint ventures (JVs) for certain critical electronics components.
Sarvam AI to create India's 1st indigenous foundational AI model
The Indian government has selected Sarvam AI to build the country's first indigenous foundational artificial intelligence (AI) model.
JD Vance's India convoy: Mysterious American SUV sparks curiosity
US Vice President JD Vance and his family arrived in India earlier today for a four-day visit.
Shah pays tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Raigad Fort
Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tributes to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his 345th death anniversary at Raigad Fort. The event also celebrated the centenary of the renovation of Shivaji's mausoleum.
India developing 25 chipsets using local IP: Ashwini Vaishnaw
India is developing 25 chipsets on the basis of indigenous intellectual property (IP), Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said.
Modi government launches app to make Aadhaar detail sharing safer
The Indian government has launched a new Aadhaar verification app that improves user privacy and makes sharing Aadhaar details digitally easier.
IndiaAI Mission receives 187 proposals for sovereign AI foundation models
The IndiaAI Mission has witnessed a massive spike in interest, having received as many as 120 applications in its second round.
India to soon host world's longest Hyperloop tube: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced that the Hyperloop test tube, which is being developed in collaboration with IIT Madras, will soon become the world's longest at 410 meters.
Electronics clusters worth ₹1,112cr to come up in TN: Vaishnaw
The Indian government has announced plans to set up two electronics manufacturing hubs in Tamil Nadu, with an investment of ₹1,112 crore.
Amazon Web Services pledges to invest $8.3B in Maharashtra
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced a massive investment of $8.3 billion in Maharashtra in the coming years.
India's bullet train project: 360km completed, undersea tunnel work underway
In a major development for India's ambitious bullet train project, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced that 360km of the high-speed rail line has been constructed.
India's 1st hyperloop test track unveiled at IIT Madras
India has unveiled its first hyperloop test track at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras.
Indian Railways to be fully electrified by FY26: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced that the Indian Railways will achieve 100% electrification by the fiscal year 2025-26.
Delhi station stampede: RPF says 2 announcements led to chaos
At least 18 people died in a stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station on February 15.
Railways announces crowd-control overhaul after New Delhi station stampede
The Ministry of Railways has announced a complete overhaul of crowd-control measures after a tragic stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station.
15 dies in stampede-like situation at New Delhi Railway Station
At least 15 people, including 10 women and three children, died in a stampede-like situation at the New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday evening.
Amid Ranveer Allahbadia controversy, netizens demand ban on 'BhaDiPa'
The Marathi YouTube channel BhaDiPa (Bharatiya Digital Party) is facing severe criticism with netizens demanding action against its founder, actor Sarang Sathaye.