Kendriya Vidyalayas
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the establishment of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) across India, with an investment of over Rs. 5862 crore. This initiative aims to meet the educational needs of children of Central Government employees and includes the introduction of Balvatikas for foundational education. The
Kendriya Vidyalayas
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the establishment of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) to meet the educational needs of Central Government employees' wards, with a budget of over Rs. 5862 crore. This initiative aims to enhance educational access in underserved regions and includes the introduction of
Aatmanirbharta
The Union Cabinet has approved the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, aiming to boost domestic production to 350 lakh tonnes by 2030-31 with an investment of Rs 11,440 crore. The initiative will benefit around 2 crore farmers through improved seeds, post-harvest infrastructure, and assured procurement. Key features include the
Pulses Mission
The Union Cabinet has approved the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, aiming to boost domestic production to 350 lakh tonnes by 2030-31 with an investment of Rs 11,440 crore. The initiative will benefit around 2 crore farmers through improved seeds, post-harvest infrastructure, and assured procurement. Key features include distribution
Health Screening Camp
On September 30, 2025, the Department of Legal Affairs hosted a Health Screening Camp as part of Mission Poshan 2.0 and Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2025. The event provided health check-ups for officers, staff, and Safai Mitras, emphasizing the importance of well-being in public service. The initiative highlighted the connection
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and damage caused by the recent earthquake in the Philippines. He extended his condolences to the bereaved families and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured, affirming India's solidarity with the Philippines during this challenging
NH-715
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the widening and improvement of the Kalibor-Numaligarh section of NH-715 to a 4-lane highway, including wildlife-friendly measures for the Kaziranga National Park stretch. The project spans 85.675 km with a total cost of Rs. 6957 crore, aiming to enhance connectivity, safety,
RBI
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.50% while revising India's GDP growth forecast for FY 2025-26 to 6.8%, up from 6.5%. The CPI inflation forecast has been lowered to 2.6% from 3.1%. Additionally, India's
Biomedical Research
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved Phase III of the Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP) in collaboration with the Department of Biotechnology and the Wellcome Trust, UK. This phase, running from 2025 to 2031, aims to enhance biomedical research in India with a budget of
Biomedical Research
The Union Cabinet has approved Phase III of the Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP), continuing its partnership with the Wellcome Trust, UK. The program aims to nurture scientific talent, promote interdisciplinary research, and strengthen India's biomedical research capacity with a budget of Rs. 1500 crore. It will include
NH-715
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the widening and improvement of the Kalibor-Numaligarh section of NH-715 in Assam to a 4-lane highway. The project includes wildlife-friendly measures for the Kaziranga National Park stretch, spans 85.675 km, and has a financial implication of Rs. 6957 crore. It aims
Minimum Support Prices
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved an increase in Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for Rabi crops for the marketing season 2026-27, ensuring better remuneration for farmers. The highest increase is for Safflower at Rs.600 per quintal, followed by Lentil at Rs.300. Other crops like Rapeseed, Mustard,