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Ashwini Vaishnaw

TV9 journalist Sanjeev Srivastava receives 72nd National Film Award for Best Critic
TV9 journalist Sanjeev Srivastava received the Best Film Critic award at the 72nd National Film Awards.

National Film Awards Ceremony To Be Held At Tourist Destinations
The Indian government has announced that the National Film Awards ceremony will now be held at tourist destinations instead of at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi.

Ashwini Vaishnaw defends transfer of Mangaluru rail network to Mysuru division
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw defended the decision to transfer the Mangaluru rail network to the Mysuru division of the South Western Railway.

Railway works worth over ₹20,000 crore under way in Kerala, says Vaishnaw
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that railway infrastructure projects worth over ₹20,000 crore are currently underway in Kerala.

EPFO wage limit increased from 15,000 to 25,000 rupees
The Indian Union Cabinet has increased the mandatory wage ceiling for Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) coverage from 15,000 to 25,000 rupees per month.

Ministry of Information and Broadcasting denies blocking films at Kerala festival
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting denied claims by Shashi Tharoor that it refused to screen 31 films at the 18th International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala.

PM to inaugurate three-day Semicon India 2026 on Thursday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the three-day Semicon India 2026 conference and exhibition on September 17, 2026.

India seeks agile regulatory framework to speed up semiconductor projects
The Indian government is exploring an agile, risk-based regulatory framework to accelerate semiconductor manufacturing projects.
Sabotage Attempts On India's Semiconductor Push
Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that India should prepare for potential sabotage attempts against its semiconductor industry based on past experiences with Apple's manufacturing entry.

Vande Bharat train viral drone video shows scenery in Jharkhand
A viral drone video shows the Vande Bharat Express train passing through the forests and hills of Jharkhand.
India is moving rapidly toward becoming a semiconductor hub says Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw states that India is rapidly becoming a semiconductor hub.
Ashwini Vaishnaw Discusses Future Opportunities For Young India
Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw discussed future opportunities in India's semiconductor sector during the Semicon India 2026 conference.
Ashwini Vaishnaw reports progress on India's semiconductor project execution
Ashwini Vaishnaw highlights India's progress in executing semiconductor projects during the Semicon India event in New Delhi.

India expects twelve billion dollars investment in Semicon 2.0
India's Semicon 2.0 program is expected to attract up to 1.14 lakh crore rupees in investments, creating one lakh new jobs and supporting at least 200 chip design startups.
Cabinet approves raising EPFO wage ceiling to Rs 25,000
The Union Cabinet has approved raising the EPFO monthly wage ceiling from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 to expand social security coverage.

Anant Nag First Reaction After Receiving Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Actor Anant Nag shares his reaction to receiving the Dadasaheb Phalke Award.

MEA Denies Rumors Regarding Illness of World Leaders at BRICS Summit
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has dismissed rumors circulating on social media regarding the alleged illness of world leaders who attended the BRICS summit.

Mandatory EPF coverage extended up to 25,000 salary
The Indian Union Cabinet has increased the mandatory wage limit for Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) coverage from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000.
Railway minister flags off new Mumbai-Konkan train, highlights Rs 18,000 crore suburban works
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated a new train service between Mumbai and Konkan while announcing Rs 18,000 crore in suburban rail infrastructure projects.

South Western Railway begins trial run for Yesvantpur Mangaluru Vande Bharat Express
South Western Railway has commenced the first trial run of the Yesvantpur-Mangaluru Central Vande Bharat Express to evaluate its speed, safety, and operational schedule through the Western Ghats.

Former Narsampet MLA Peddi Sudarshan Reddy hospitalized after suffering cardiac arrest
Former BRS leader and Narsampet MLA Peddi Sudarshan Reddy was shifted to Yashoda Hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest.
South Central and South Coast Railway expand Kavach 4.0 across networks
South Central Railway and South Coast Railway are upgrading to Kavach 4.0 across key routes and implementing the system on High Density Network sections.

Rail Minister explains ticket cancellation and refund policies in Parliament
Indian Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw explained cancellation charge policies and refund rules for various train categories in response to parliamentary inquiries.

PM Modi discusses future space mission plans with Skyroot Aerospace founders
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Skyroot Aerospace founders to discuss future space plans following the Vikram-1 launch.

Indian Railways does not maintain zone wise ticket cancellation earnings data
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed Rajya Sabha that Indian Railways does not maintain separate zone-wise records of earnings from ticket cancellations and waiting ticket seizures.

Government blocks over 50 OTT platforms under Information Technology Act
Government of India has blocked over 50 OTT platforms in the past two years under the Information Technology Act to enforce online safety and child protection measures.