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Modi govt approves new coastal highway in Odisha and upgradation of highways in Madhya Pradesh, Telangana and Bihar for over ₹24,250 crore

OpIndia Staff - 3 June, 2026

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved four major national highway infrastructure projects with a combined length...

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Union Cabinet approves ₹9,585 crore scheme to replace old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR to combat vehicular pollution

OpIndia Staff - 3 June, 2026

In a significant move to tackle the persistent air pollution crisis in the National Capital Region, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra...

Bangladesh: Hindu Nitai Roy Chowdhury, Buddhist Dipen Dewan inducted as full ministers in BNP-led cabinet

OpIndia Staff - 17 February, 2026

The inclusion of Hindu and Buddhist leaders in key ministerial roles comes amid scrutiny over minority representation in Bangladesh, particularly after reported attacks on Hindus following the political transition in August 2024.

Government and Policy

Union Cabinet approves major expansion of Delhi Metro, three corridors including Central Vista link to be added under phase V(A)

OpIndia Staff - 24 December, 2025

The new Delhi Metro corridor comprises RK Ashram Marg to Indraprastha, Aerocity to IGD Airport T-1 and Tughlakabad to Kalindi Kunj.

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Union Cabinet approves Phase II of Chennai Metro Rail Project comprising three corridors with an investment of ₹63,246 crore

OpIndia Staff - 3 October, 2024

The Union Cabinet on Thursday approved a proposal of the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs for Chennai Metro Rail Project Phase-II comprising three corridors

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Union Cabinet approves Bangalore Metro Phase-3, Thane Integral Ring Metro and Pune Metro Phase-1 Extension with a total cost of ₹30,766 crore

OpIndia Staff - 16 August, 2024

The Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday approved three new metro projects in Pune, Bengaluru and Thane

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Cabinet Committee on Security clears around ₹15,000 crore project to design and develop 5th generation stealth fighter jet AMCA by DRDO

ANI - 7 March, 2024

Cabinet Committee on Security has cleared the project to design and develop the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft fifth generation stealth fighter jet project to be undertaken by the DRDO.

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Union Cabinet approves over ₹10,300 crore for IndiaAI Mission, to establish a comprehensive ecosystem catalysing AI innovation

OpIndia Staff - 7 March, 2024

The Union Cabinet on 7th March approved an allocation of ₹10,371.92 crore for the IndiaAI Mission, marking a significant step towards bolstering India’s AI ecosystem

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Union cabinet approves establishment of International Big Cat Alliance with headquarters in India for conservation of seven big cat species

OpIndia Staff - 29 February, 2024

Union Cabinet on Thursday approved the establishment of International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) with headquarters in India with a one-time budgetary support of Rs.150 crore for 2023-24 to 2027-28.

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