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India's first bullet train will begin phased operations from August 15, 2027, starting with the Surat-Bilimora section of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also announced three proposed high-speed rail corridors connecting Hyderabad with major southern cities.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the global semiconductor industry faces a talent shortage of one million and urged India's IT sector to seize the opportunity. He highlighted progress in semiconductor manufacturing, electronics exports and railway infrastructure development

The Centre will decide on further action against Meta after reviewing its response to a notice over alleged child sexual exploitative and abuse material promoted through Instagram advertisements. Meta has outlined AI-driven safety measures while the government continues scrutinising the platform's content moderation practices

Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will inaugurate the Brahmapur–Surat (Udhna) Amrit Bharat Express and the Puri–Koraput Express on Monday. The new services aim to enhance intra-state connectivity in Odisha and improve direct rail links between southern Odisha and Gujarat

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will launch tunnel-boring work for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project on Sunday. The project will mark the first use of tunnel boring machines for India's first high-speed rail corridor, including a 7-km undersea tunnel section

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed redevelopment master plans for Borivali, Ambala Cantonment and Mangaluru Central stations. He stressed passenger convenience, minimal disruption to train operations, stakeholder consultations and creation of future-ready infrastructure to handle rising passenger traffic

India will see rising investments in memory chip manufacturing as demand for AI and data centre storage surges, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. Under the India Semiconductor Mission, new fabs, design, and equipment manufacturing are planned to boost domestic semiconductor capacity

The Kazipet Rail Manufacturing Unit is nearing completion and will soon begin producing 200 modern intercity trains over five years. The trains, designed for short-distance travel, will feature advanced safety systems and eco-friendly technology to improve affordable rail connectivity.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off a new Bengaluru-Mumbai train service and announced a future Vande Bharat sleeper route. He highlighted major railway infrastructure expansion in Karnataka, including station redevelopment, suburban rail progress, electrification, and proposed bullet train corridors

Ashwini Vaishnaw said proposed bullet train corridors could connect Hyderabad with Bengaluru in just over two hours and Chennai in under three hours. The Centre plans major investments in high-speed rail infrastructure, with land acquisition expected to begin shortly.

Lyricist and writer Prasoon Joshi has been appointed chairman of Prasar Bharati. He previously led CBFC and is expected to guide India’s public broadcasting through digital transformation and evolving audience demands

Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off a 20-coach Vande Bharat Express between Jammu and Srinagar, offering all-weather connectivity, boosting tourism and economy, and marking a milestone in the long-awaited rail link to Kashmir after decades of engineering challenges

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will flag off the 20-coach Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express on Thursday, with public services beginning May 2. The train is expected to reduce travel time, improve connectivity and provide a major boost to tourism and the local economy

N Chandrababu Naidu laid the foundation for a $15 billion Google AI data centre near Visakhapatnam, calling it a major growth engine for India, with plans to boost digital infrastructure, AI innovation, and position Andhra Pradesh as a leading data hub

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi and Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched India’s first advanced 3D glass chip packaging unit in Bhubaneswar, aiming to boost semiconductor innovation, jobs, and position Odisha as a global electronics manufacturing hub

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Indian Railways has improved safety significantly through reforms and technology. Train accidents have dropped sharply over the past decade, with enhanced funding and policy focus contributing to a safer railway system for millions of passengers

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said Indian Railways is upgrading train coaches with improved designs and toilets to enhance comfort and safety, while major redevelopment of New Delhi Railway Station with AI surveillance and better facilities is progressing steadily

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has urged the Centre to establish a new railway division headquartered at Kazipet, citing mounting operational pressures on the Secunderabad division. In a letter to Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, he highlighted Kazipet’s strategic location, freight potential, and recent infrastructure upgrades.

BRS Rajya Sabha member Vaddiraju Ravichandra has urged Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to establish a railway division at Kothagudem, citing its historical importance, coal transport role and upcoming railway projects connecting multiple States

Indian Railways is enhancing affordable travel by expanding non‑AC general and sleeper capacity, offering 45% average concessions, and improving safety and infrastructure. Electrification exceeds 99%, track construction accelerates, and Dedicated Freight Corridors operate 480 daily freight trains, says Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw