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Cabinet clears Rs 37500 crore coal gasification plan to slash import dependence and attract huge investment

Cabinet clears Rs 37500 crore coal gasification plan to slash import dependence and attract huge investment

The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 37,500 crore scheme to expand surface coal and lignite gasification projects. The plan targets gasifying about 75 million tonnes of coal and is expected to pull in investments of up to Rs 3 lakh crore, with Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighting reduced import dependence as a key goal.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026
Cabinet boosts MSP for 14 kharif crops pushing prices up for farmers nationwide

Cabinet boosts MSP for 14 kharif crops pushing prices up for farmers nationwide

The Union Cabinet has approved higher Minimum Support Prices for 14 Kharif crops for the 2026-27 marketing season. Sunflower seed will see the largest absolute increase, while cotton and other oilseeds also get sizable hikes. For all notified Kharif crops, MSPs are set at least 50% above production costs, with common paddy fixed at Rs 2,441 per quintal.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026

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Cabinet okays Gujarat chip push with India first Mini Micro LED facility and Surat packaging unit

Cabinet okays Gujarat chip push with India first Mini Micro LED facility and Surat packaging unit

The Union Cabinet has approved two semiconductor projects in Gujarat under ISM 1.0, including India’s first commercial Mini/Micro-LED display facility in Dholera and an OSAT packaging unit in Surat. Together they carry an investment of about Rs 3,936 crore, aiming to strengthen India’s chip ecosystem, expand manufacturing capabilities, and create over 2,200 jobs.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 6 May 2026
Modi celebrates cabinet nod for new rail projects to connect 19 districts across six states

Modi celebrates cabinet nod for new rail projects to connect 19 districts across six states

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Union Cabinet’s approval of three new railway projects worth about Rs 23,437 crore. The lines are set to improve connectivity across 19 districts spanning six states, strengthen infrastructure and operational efficiency, and make key tourist destinations more accessible. The government expects the move to support economic growth and generate employment.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 6 May 2026
Vande Mataram gets anthem level protection as disruption could land jail under new bill

Vande Mataram gets anthem level protection as disruption could land jail under new bill

The Union Cabinet has approved a proposal to bring Vande Mataram under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971, placing it on par with Jana Gana Mana. An amendment bill will be introduced in Parliament, and disrupting the rendition could become a punishable offence. Penalties could include imprisonment of up to three years.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
Cabinet clears plan to raise Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38

Cabinet clears plan to raise Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38

The Union Cabinet has approved a proposal to increase the Supreme Court’s judge strength from 34 to 38, including the Chief Justice of India. A bill will now be introduced in Parliament to formalize the change. The government says the step will boost the apex court’s capacity to handle pending cases and reduce pressure on the judiciary.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026

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Cabinet clears ₹23,437 crore railway expansion adding nearly 900 km across six states

Cabinet clears ₹23,437 crore railway expansion adding nearly 900 km across six states

The Union Cabinet has approved three large railway projects worth over ₹23,437 crore, projected to add nearly 900 km to the Indian Railways network. The expansion is designed to ease traffic congestion, increase capacity, and strengthen connectivity across multiple states. It is also expected to speed movement of essential goods and lower logistics costs for the broader economy.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
Cabinet approves Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 for MSMEs and airlines amid West Asia turmoil

Cabinet approves Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 for MSMEs and airlines amid West Asia turmoil

The Union Cabinet has cleared Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 to help businesses hit by liquidity stress during the West Asia crisis. The plan provides credit guarantee coverage for both MSMEs and non-MSMEs, with direct support for the airline sector. The government says the move will help maintain operations, protect jobs, and keep domestic production running despite global disruptions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
Cabinet clears DA hike and extends PMGSY III deadline to fund rural roads

Cabinet clears DA hike and extends PMGSY III deadline to fund rural roads

The Union Cabinet has approved a 2% increase in dearness allowance for central government employees and dearness relief for pensioners, aiming to cushion rising inflation. It has also extended the validity of PMGSY-III and increased funding, with an outlay of over ₹83,000 crore to accelerate rural road development and connectivity.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Cabinet clears 12980 crore sovereign maritime insurance pool to shield Indian shipping from global shocks

Cabinet clears 12980 crore sovereign maritime insurance pool to shield Indian shipping from global shocks

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Narendra Modi, has approved a ₹12,980 crore Sovereign Maritime Fund to insure Indian-flagged, India-bound and India-originating vessels. The decision is designed to improve maritime trade resilience, lower dependence on foreign insurers, and protect shipping operations as global uncertainties keep rising.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Union cabinet extends IVFRT immigration tracking scheme for 5 more years till 2031

Union cabinet extends IVFRT immigration tracking scheme for 5 more years till 2031

The Union Cabinet has approved extending the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) scheme for five more years beyond March 2026, taking it forward to 2031. The government has allocated ₹1,800 crore for the continued programme, aiming to modernize systems for managing immigration and foreign nationals following a new law.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Cabinet extends rural road scheme to 2028 and 2029, boosting outlay to nearly 84000 crore

Cabinet extends rural road scheme to 2028 and 2029, boosting outlay to nearly 84000 crore

The Union Cabinet has extended the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-III timeline to March 2028 for plain areas and March 2029 for mountainous regions. The revised outlay is set at Rs 83,977 crore, with the government citing improved market access and lower transport costs as key drivers to strengthen rural livelihoods and economic activity.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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