IT MINISTER ASHWINI VAISHNAW
2,500 general railway coaches being manufactured, nod for another 10,000 granted: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw apprised on Friday that around 2,500 new general coaches are being manufactured under a special drive, and approval for manufacturing another 10,000 such coaches has been granted. The initiative by the central government, he said, focuses on augmenting railway infrastructure across the country.
Global IndiaAI summit: A few takeaways
The Global AI Summit focused on enhancing AI development across various domains such as compute capacity, foundational models, datasets, application development, future skills, startup funding, and safe AI. These pillars represent the core of India's AI mission.
Nobody can expect to escape: Rijiju on complaint against Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha
After Gandhi's speech on Monday on the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address, Union ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Rijiju accused the Congress leader of making "untruthful" claims about a host of issues, including the Agnipath scheme and the compensation paid to locals in Ayodhya.
Government working to regulate AI: IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
During the Global IndiaAI Summit 2024, Jitin Prasada highlighted the imperative of responsible AI development and the global threat to democracies. International cooperation is crucial in managing the risks posed by AI technology.
India AI Summit | Govt to invest in AI compute infra: IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
India prioritizes democratizing AI technology through a public platform, AI compute infrastructure, and support for deep tech startups. New Delhi is in discussions with GPAI countries for AI regulations and aims to invest in GPUs for AI innovation.
Bansuri Swaraj gives notice in Lok Sabha pointing out alleged inaccuracies in Rahul Gandhi's speech
After Gandhi's speech on the Motion of Thanks to the President's address, Union ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Kiren Rijiju accused the Congress leader of making "untruthful" claims about a host of issues, including the Agnipath scheme and the compensation paid to locals in Ayodhya.
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Railways to run 315 special trains during Ratha Jatra
The Ministry of Railways will also make arrangements for the accommodation of 15,000 devotees in Puri for the festival, he said. The special trains have been planned from Badampahad, Rourkela, Baleswar, Sonepur and Daspalla, Junagarh Road, Sambalpur, Kendujhargarh, Paradeep, Bhadrak, Angul, Gunupur, Bangiriposi on Gundicha Jatra, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) said in a statement.
Priyank Kharge meets IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, requests Centre's support for state's chip firms
Karnataka IT minister Priyank Kharge met Ashwini Vaishnaw, union IT minister, to seek support for the state's semiconductor and electronics space. Kharge said that the State has the highest share of 46% in India in housing innovative companies and contributes 10% of India's industrial output.
Critics of Indian democracy silenced: Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted India's trust in PM Modi's government at the India Global Forum in London.
India, UK ministers to address India Global Forum at election inflection point
The week-long event comes at an inflection point, soon after the Indian general election and at the peak of the UK's campaign for the July 4 general election. In keeping with the non-partisan outlook of IGF London, Opposition shadow foreign secretary David Lammy is set to lay out his vision for strategic ties between India and the UK under any future Labour Party led government.
Kumaraswamy discusses Bengaluru-Sathy railway line with Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Steel & Heavy Industries Minister HD Kumaraswamy met Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to discuss the implementation of a 260-km railway line between Bengaluru and Sathyamangalam (Sathy) in Tamil Nadu. The project was originally sanctioned in 1996 during HD Deve Gowda's tenure as Prime Minister. The proposed line would branch off at Hejjala on the Mysuru-Bengaluru sector, passing through several key locations including Chamarajanagar and potentially extending further to Sathyamangalam.
Congress accuses govt of 'destroying' railways, demands Ashwini Vaishnaw's resignation
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said whenever there is a train accident, Modi government's railway minister reaches the spot under the glare of cameras and behaves as if everything is fine.
Mamata Banerjee hits out at Centre for lack of anti-collision devices
Banerjee said, "The Railways has become parent-less and has lost its beauty and glory," adding "passenger amenities have been reduced while polls are rigged." "There is no Railway budget anymore. You can see Railways at the time of inaugurations. It has become a fashion-statement of sorts."
Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw takes bike ride to reach Kanchenjunga Express train accident site in Darjeeling
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw rode a bike to reach the site where a goods train collided with the Kanchanjunga Express in West Bengal's Darjeeling district. The accident claimed 15 lives and left 60 injured. Three compartments derailed in the collision near Rangapani station. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with victims transported to nearby hospitals. Vaishnaw announced increased compensation for victims' families and praised coordinated rescue operations.
"Not the time for politics," says Ashwini Vaishnaw as rescue efforts continue after Kanchenjunga Express train accident
The tragic incident took place near Rangapani station, about 30 kilometers from North Bengal's New Jalpaiguri station. Early Monday morning, a goods train collided with the Sealdah-bound Kanchenjunga Express from the rear, causing three of the express train's rear compartments to derail. According to railway officials, the collision resulted in at least 15 fatalities and around 60 injuries.
Kanchanjunga Accident: Vande Bharat comes under fire, Oppn demands Ashwini Vaishnaw's resignation
Kanchanjunga Express Train Accident: The collision between the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express and a goods train near New Jalpaiguri has resulted in at least 15 deaths. Occurring around 9 am, the incident is attributed to a possible signal disregard by the goods train. Amid the tragedy, Vande Bharat and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw trended on social media, with opposition leaders criticizing the government for prioritizing the Vande Bharat trains over rail safety. An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the accident.
DPDP rules nearly ready, industry consultations likely soon: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Consultative process planned for DPDP Act rules. Creating a digital by-design platform for implementation. Stakeholder feedback crucial for final rules.
Vande Sleeper trials in coming two months: Ashwini Vaishnaw
The Vande Bharat trains currently being used have only chair seating, limiting their use to daytime routes which are covered in a few hours. The sleeper variants will bring offer more comfort for passengers undertaking longer journeys.
Karti Chidambaram urges Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to restore senior citizens' concessions
Congress MP Karti Chidambaram has urged Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to reinstate senior citizens' concessions and address safety issues related to ticketless traveling to ensure the well-being of commuters. Chidambaram highlighted the withdrawal of concessions during the pandemic, calling for their urgent restoration and citing concerns over the revenue earned from their withdrawal.
Ashwini Vaishnaw, Jitin Prasada take charge of electronics and IT ministry
Ashwini Vaishnaw took charge as the union railway minister, minister of information and broadcasting, and Union minister of electronics and information technology. Jitin Prasada is the minister of state for electronics and information technology, succeeding Rajeev Chandrasekhar after switching from Congress to BJP.
IITian to helm IT! Continuation to help keep policy on track
Vaishnaw, a bureaucrat-turned-politician, took charge as the railway minister for the second time and also assumed roles in the ministries of information and broadcasting and electronics and information technology.
Up to 1,800% returns! How RVNL, Titagarh, other railway stocks performed in Ashwini Vaishnaw’s last stint
Railway stocks like RVNL and Titagarh delivered up to 1,800% returns in Ashwini Vaishnaw's last tenure. Analysts predict continued focus on power and railways sectors for long-term growth.
Strong foundation to be laid for youth: Ashwini Vaishnaw as he assumes charge of I&B Ministry
Ashwini Vaishnaw has been appointed as the Minister of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) in India. He was presented with a bouquet and a tree sapling by the Ministry staff. Vaishnaw thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the opportunity and expressed gratitude for the Prime Minister's decisions dedicated to the poor and farmers. He has been assigned portfolios as Minister of Railways and Minister of Electronics and Information Technology.
Railway stocks jump up to 10% led by Jupiter Wagons, IRCTC as Ashwini Vaishnaw assumes charge as Minister of Railways
Railway stocks surged up to 10% as Ashwini Vaishnaw resumed as the Indian Railway minister. Jupiter Wagons led with a 10% rise, followed by Texmaco Rail & Engineering and IRCTC, both up 6%. Other gainers included RVNL, IRFC, BEML, Ircon International, RITES, and CONCOR, up between 2.5% and 5%. Vaishnaw, heading the ministry since July 7 in Modi 2.0, was trusted with the role once again by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with the decision announced on Monday.
Modi Cabinet 3.0: Here are 10 ministers who retained key portfolios
The Modi-led government announced the allocation of portfolios for several BJP Lok Sabha members, ensuring key ministers like Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nirmala Sitharaman, and S Jaishankar retain their positions from Modi 2.0. New assignments include Ashwini Vaishnaw as Minister of Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics and Information Technology. Nitin Gadkari continues as Minister of Road Transport and Highways, and Sarbananda Sonowal as Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. Shivraj Singh Chouhan gets agriculture and rural development, JP Nadda health, and Manohar Lal Khattar power, reflecting continuity and change in the cabinet.
Ashwini Vaishnaw takes charge of IT ministry; promises focus on tech, manufacturing
Taking charge of Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY), he said the Modi government's Digital India initiatives have empowered the common man, bringing transformative changes through Jan Dhan, Aadhaar, and other enabling programmes over the last 10 years.
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