Cabinet Committee

October 1, 2025 4:07 PM

Cabinet approves opening of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas across India

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the opening of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) under the civil sector across the country. The move aims to cater to the educational needs of wards of the increasing number of Central Government employees. The total estimated cost for setting up these 57 KVs is approximately Rs 5,862.55 crore over nine years from 2026-27. This includes Rs 2,585.52 crore for capital expenditure and Rs 3,277.03 crore ...

September 10, 2025 4:13 PM

Cabinet approves doubling of Bhagalpur–Dumka–Rampurhat rail line at Rs 3,169 crore

The government on Wednesday approved the doubling of the Bhagalpur–Dumka–Rampurhat railway line covering Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal at an estimated cost of Rs 3,169 crore. The 177-km project, cleared by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will enhance line capacity, ease congestion and improve mobility on one of the busy railway sections, an official statement said. The project spans five districts across the three states and will provid...

October 14, 2024 11:57 PM

India, US to finalize ₹32,000 crore deal for 31 predator drones and MRO facility

India and the United States are set to sign a ₹32,000 crore agreement on Tuesday for the acquisition of 31 Predator drones and the establishment of a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in India. According to defense officials, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) approved the procurement last week. Out of the 31 drones, 15 will be allocated to the Indian Navy, with the remaining drones equally divided between the Air Force and the Army. The Foreign Military Sales contract, p...