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September 30, 2026 4:24 PM

Cabinet approves ₹1.86 lakh crore PM-DHARA scheme for green energy transmission

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the PM-DHARA (PM-Developing Harmonized and Accelerated Renewable-energy Access) Scheme to strengthen the Intra-State Transmission System and facilitate the evacuation of up to 135 GW of renewable energy across States and Union Territories. The scheme also provides for deployment of 50 GWh of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) at renewable energy developer or generator ends, or at other locations important for grid f...

September 30, 2026 4:10 PM

Cabinet approves MSP hike for all Rabi crops for 2027-28 marketing season

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved an increase in the Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) for all mandated Rabi crops for the 2027-28 Marketing Season, with the government saying the move will ensure remunerative prices for farmers and encourage crop diversification. The highest absolute increase in MSP has been approved for safflower at ₹675 per quintal, followed by rapeseed and mustard at ₹413 per quintal and lentil (...

September 30, 2026 4:04 PM

Cabinet approves Rs 1,789 crore intelligent traffic management system for Delhi

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved a ₹1,789.52 crore Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) for Delhi to improve traffic flow, road safety and incident response through real-time data, artificial intelligence and automated enforcement. The project, to be implemented by the Delhi Police, will cover 42 identified traffic corridors and will be rolled out in three phases over 24 months, followed by five years of o...

September 10, 2026 12:38 AM

‘Will ensure strong connectivity’: PM Modi hails Cabinet decision on railway projects

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday hailed the Union Cabinet's approval of eight railway projects worth more than Rs 20,000 crore, saying these will ensure stronger connectivity, faster passenger movement and lower logistics cost. The cabinet approved five multitracking projects covering 17 districts across Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Telangana, increasing the existing network of Indian Railways by about 540 kms. The total estimated cost of the projects is Rs 10,021 crore an...

August 20, 2026 1:42 AM

PM Modi hails mega infra push as Cabinet approves projects worth over Rs 13,000 crore for railway multitracking and Bihar NH-22

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday approved infrastructure projects worth over Rs 13,000 crore, including four railway multitracking projects across four states and the four-laning of the Muzaffarpur-Sitamarhi-Sonbarsa section of NH-22 in Bihar. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved the four railway projects at an estimated cost of Rs 9,450 crore, while the Bihar highway project involves a capital cost of Rs 3,590.73 crore. Together, the p...

August 6, 2026 11:59 PM

Cabinet approves Rs 23,731-crore GOBARdhan Scheme to scale up compressed biogas production

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Thursday approved the GOBARdhan (Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan) National Circular Bioenergy Scheme with a total outlay of ₹23,731 crore. The scheme aims to transform India's vast organic waste resources into clean energy, rural livelihoods and economic growth. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "A vital step towards clean energy, rural prosperity and realising our collective dream of an Atmanirbhar Bharat! The Cabinet has...

July 31, 2026 10:56 PM

Cabinet approves Rs 5,070 crore PM Surya Sarovar Yojana to develop 5,000 MW floating solar capacity

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday approved the Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana (PM-SSY), a ₹5,070 crore scheme to accelerate the development of floating solar photovoltaic (FSPV) projects integrated with energy storage systems across the country. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "The Cabinet’s approval of the Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana expands India’s clean-energy capacity through the innovative use of our reservoirs and inland water bodies. T...

August 2, 2026 11:43 AM

Cabinet approves Rs 84,084 crore ‘Samudra Manthan’ scheme to boost offshore oil and gas exploration

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday approved the 'Samudra Manthan' National Offshore Exploration Scheme, a central sector initiative of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, with an outlay of Rs 84,084 crore to be implemented through FY2030-31. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "The Cabinet’s approval of ‘Samudra Manthan’ marks a transformative leap towards strengthening India’s energy security and unlocking our vast offshore potential. By combining in...

July 24, 2026 4:26 PM

Cabinet approves Rs 3,030 crore BHAVYA Rasayan scheme to set up three chemical parks

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday approved the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana Rasayan (BHAVYA Rasayan) scheme for the establishment of three dedicated chemical parks across the country, aiming to strengthen India's chemical manufacturing ecosystem, attract investments and enhance global competitiveness. The scheme, announced in the Union Budget for 2026-27, has a total financial outlay of ₹3,030 crore, including ₹3,000 crore for developing common infrastruc...

July 24, 2026 10:55 AM

PM Modi announces strict anti-paper leak legislation; to be tabled in Parliament next week after today’s Cabinet decision

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced that the Centre has prepared a comprehensive draft legislation to introduce stricter provisions and harsher punishments for paper leak cases, with the proposal set to be considered by the Union Cabinet on Friday before being introduced in Parliament next week. In a video message posted on his official X account, the Prime Minister said, "More strict actions against paper leaks to come in tomorrow's Cabinet!" Expressing concern over the impact ...