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Government Approves ₹10,700 Crore for Food Corporation

November 7, 2024

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved a substantial equity infusion of ₹10,700 crore into the Food Corporation of India (FCI). This decision aims to enhance the operational capabilities of FCI, ensuring it can effectively support the agricultural sector ..

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Supreme Court Orders National Policy on GM Crops

November 5, 2024

The Supreme Court of India mandated the Union government to create a national policy on genetically modified (GM) crops. This follows a split decision on the environmental release of GM mustard. The court brought into light the need for public ..

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Supreme Court Upholds Assam Citizenship Act Validity

October 24, 2024

The Supreme Court of India upheld the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, of 1955. This ruling was delivered by a Constitution Bench with a 4:1 majority. Justice Surya Kant authored the majority opinion, while Justice Pardiwala dissented. ..

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Cabinet Approves ₹2,642 Crore Ganga Rail-Cum-Road Bridge

October 17, 2024

The Indian government has approved a ₹2,642 crore project to build a rail-cum-road bridge over the Ganga river in Varanasi. The project will take four years to complete and aims to improve transportation in this important region. Project Overview The ..

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Government Approves Rs 4,406 Crore Road Project In Border Areas

October 10, 2024

The Indian government has approved the construction of 2,280 km of roads in Rajasthan and Punjab, with an investment of Rs 4,406 crore. The main focus is to improve infrastructure in areas near the Pakistan border, making these regions more ..

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Cabinet Approves National Maritime Heritage Complex Development

October 10, 2024

The Indian government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) in Lothal, Gujarat. This project will celebrate India’s long and rich maritime history. Project Overview The NMHC project is being ..

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Union Cabinet Grants Classical Language Status to Five Languages

October 4, 2024

The Union Cabinet of India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the recognition of five new classical languages: Assamese, Bengali, Marathi, Pali, and Prakrit. This decision highlights the government’s dedication to supporting regional languages and honoring India’s diverse ..

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Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003 – Recent Updates

September 24, 2024

In response to the increasing use of tobacco among young people, India’s Union Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare have issued important guidelines to make educational institutions tobacco-free. This initiative, which is tied to the ..

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Union Cabinet Approves Next Generation Launch Vehicle

September 23, 2024

The Union Cabinet of India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the development of the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV). This decision is a big step for India’s space exploration goals and sets the stage for future projects, ..

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Cabinet Approves Extension of PM-AASHA Schemes for Farmers

September 19, 2024

The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the PM-AASHA schemes to ensure fair pricing for farmers and manage price volatility of essential commodities. PM-AASHA (Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan) aims to provide remunerative prices to farmers, ensuring they ..

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