Cabinet Decisions: Since 06.01.2016
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318. Signing
of Memorandum of Understandings betweenIndian Computer Emergency
Response Team with (i) CyberSecurity, Malaysia; (ii) Cyber Security
Agency of the Republic of Singapore; and (iii) Japan Computer Emergency
Response Team Coordination Center on Cooperation in Cyber Security
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319. Cabinet approves raising of 17 Indian Reserve Battalions by J&K and LWE States
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The
Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi has approved the raising of 17 India Reserve Battalions (IR Bns)
by Jammu & Kashmir and Left Wing Extremism (LWE) affected States. It
includes five IR Bns in the state of J&K, four IR Bns in
Chhattisgarh, three IR Bns in Jharkhand, three IR Bns in Odisha and
two IR Bns in Maharashtra.
320. Revised cost estimate of Rs.969 crore in connection with the Afghan Parliament Building in Kabul
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today
gave its ex-post facto approval for completion of the Afghan
Parliament Building in Kabul by 31st December, 2015 at a revised project
cost of Rs.969 crore.
321. Returning of additional land of Auto Testing Track of NATRIP Project in Pithampur, Indore, Madhya Pradesh
322.
Agreement between the India and Russia for cooperation on a
coordinated grant competition for conducting basic and exploratory
scientific research
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was
apprised about signing of an agreement between India and Russia in May
2015. The Agreement provides for competitive research grants to Indian
and Russian researchers for joint implementation of research projects
in areas of Basic and Exploratory Sciences.
323. Increasing the Authorized Share Capital of the National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today
gave its approval for enhancement of. Authorized Share Capital of the
National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC), a
Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) working under the aegis of
the Union Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment from Rs. 1000
crore to Rs. 1200 crore.
03.02.2016
324.Creation
of a supernumerary post in the rank of Air Marshal in Indian Air
Force for a period of seventeen months for abiding by the Orders of
Hon’ble Armed Forces Tribunal (Principal Bench), New Delhi
325.
Joint Declaration between India and Germany on the extension of the
tenure of the Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC) from
2017 till 2022
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326. Cabinet
approves formation of Joint Venture Companies with State Governments to
mobilize resources for undertaking various rail infrastructure projects
in the State
17.02.2016
327. Cabinet grants ‘in-principle’ approval to the LIGO-India mega science proposal
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its ‘in principle’ approval to the LIGO-India mega science
proposal for research on gravitational waves. The proposal, known as
LIGO-India project (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory
in India) is piloted by Department of Atomic Energy and Department of
Science and Technology (DST). The approval coincides with the historic
detection of gravitational waves a few days ago that opened up of a new
window on the universe to unravel some of its greatest mysteries.
328. Cabinet
approves Agreement for collaborative activities in the area of
Traditional Medicine between Ministry of AYUSH and the World Health
Organization
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval to the Agreement for collaborative activities to be
signed in the area of Traditional Medicine between Ministry of AYUSH,
Government of India and the World Health Organization, Geneva.
329. Amendment
to the Delimitation Act, 2002 and the Representation of the People Act,
1950 regarding delimitation of constituencies in West Bengal consequent
upon exchange of the territories between India and Bangladesh.
330. Cabinet approves Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA)
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
approved the Proposal for Notification of Commitments under the Trade
Facilitation Agreement (TFA) of World Trade Organization (WTO),
ratification and acceptance of the Instrument of Acceptance of Protocol
of TFA to the WTO Secretariat and constitution of the National Committee
on Trade Facilitation (NCTF).
331. Cabinet approves nomination of Chief Executive Officer, NITI Aayog as a part-time Member of the Telecom Commission
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has
given its approval for nomination of Chief Executive Officer, NITI
(National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog as a part-time
Member of the Telecom Commission in place of Secretary, Planning
Commission which is Non-existent now.
332.Memorandum of Understanding signed between India and Singapore on cooperation in the field of Urban Planning and Governance
333.Memoranda of Understanding signed with various countries for cooperation in the field of agriculture & allied sectors.
334. Signing of BRICS Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in the fields of Science, Technology and Innovation
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today
was apprised about signing of BRICS Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on
cooperation in the fields of Science, Technology and innovation.
02.03.2016
335.
Setting up of a Society, "36thInternational Geological Congress", for
organizing 36th International Geological Congress in the year 2020 and
promoting geoscience in Indian subcontinent.
10.03.2016
336.
No objection to the proposed change in shareholding in the
ContainerTerminal Projects of M/s. Dubai Port World Limited in major
Ports.
337. Signing and Ratification of the BIMSTEC Convention on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters
338.Creation
of the post of National Authority (Joint Secretary level) in the
Ministry of Coal under the Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act, 2015
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for creation of a post of Nominated Authority (JS
level) in Pay Band 4: Rs. 37,400-67,000 plus Grade Pay of Rs. 10,000 and
other posts of officers and staff to assist the Nominated Authority in
the Ministry of Coal. It will facilitate smooth functioning of the
office of the National Authority under the Coal Mines (Special
Provisions) Act, 2015 so that the objectives of the Act are achieved.
339.
Approval for Proposal for Extension of the value date of the Existing
Currency Swap facility of USD 1.1 billion availed by Central Bank of Sri
Lanka (CBSL) and provision of a new special currency swap to Sri Lanka
for USD 700 million.
340.
Removal of the minimum capacity utilization criteria for SSP
Manufacturing Units to be eligible for subsidy under Nutrient Based
Subsidy (NBS) Scheme.
341. Major Policy initiatives to give a boost to Petroleum and Hydrocarbon Sector
In a major policy drive to give a boost to petroleum and hydrocarbon sector, the Government has unveiled a series of initiatives
342. Approval for Amendment to the Sikh Gurudwaras Act, 1925
The
Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi today considered the proposal of the Ministry of Home Affairs
regarding amendment in the Sikh Gurdwaras Act, 1925 to remove the
exception given to Sahjdhari Sikhs in 1944 to vote in the elections to
the members of the Board and the Committees constituted under the Sikh
Gurdwaras Act, 1925, by amending the Act through the Parliament.
343. Cabinet approves Pradhan MantriUjjwalaYojana - Scheme for Providing Free LPG connections to Women from BPL Households
23.03.2016
344.
Transfer of 50 acre of land from Central Sheep & Wool Research
Institute, Avikanagar to the Government of Rajasthan for establishment
of Veterinary University Training and Research Centre
345. Implementation of the rural housing scheme of Pradhan MantriAwaasYojana — Gramin to achieve Housing for All by 2022.
The Union
Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its
approval for the implementation of the rural housing scheme of Pradhan
MantriAwaasYojana – Gramin. Under the scheme, financial assistance is
provided for construction of pucca house to all houseless and households
living in dilapidated houses.
346.
Release of additional instalment of Dearness Allowance to Central
Government employees and Dearness Relief to Pensioners due from 1.1.2016
The Union
Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved
release of an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) to
Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) to Pensioners
w.e.f. 01.01.2016. This represents an increase of 6 percent over the
existing rate of 119 percent of the Basic Pay/Pension, to compensate for
price rise.
347. India to accede to the Ashgabat Agreement
The Union
Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given its
approval for India to accede to the Ashgabat Agreement, an
international transport and transit corridor facilitating transportation
of goods between Central Asia and the Persian Gulf.
348. Procurement of launch services and realization of ground segment for GSAT-11 spacecraft
The Union
Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its
approval for the procurement of launch services and realization of
ground segment for GSAT-11 spacecraft at a cost of Rs. 1117 crore.
349. Hosting of Under-17 World Cup 2017 in India
The Union
Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its
approval for the decisions with regard to holding of Federation
Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) Under-17 World Cup to be
held in India in 2017.
350.Extension of tenure of the National Commission for SafaiKaramcharis beyond 31.3.2016 for three years
351. World class State-of-the-Art Exhibition-cum Convention Centre in Dwarka, New Delhi
The Union
Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its
approval for transfer of land measuring 89.72 ha in Sector 25, Dwarka,
New Delhi, free from all encumbrances, to the Department of Industrial
Policy and Promotion for creation of a World class State-of-the-Art
Exhibition-cum Convention Centre in Dwarka, New Delhi at a nominal sum
of Re 1/- within six weeks of the decision by the Cabinet. This is a
special case so that directions can be granted to DDA under Section
21(1) of the DD Act, 1957 read alongwith Section 41(1) of the Act.
06.04.2016
352. Implementation of One Rank One Pension
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its ex-post facto approval for implementation of One Rank One
Pension (OROP).
353.
Cabinet approves recommendations of 14th Finance Commission on fiscal
deficit targets and additional fiscal deficit to States during 2015-20
354. Promulgation of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands Anatomy Regulation, 2016
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for promulgation of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Anatomy Regulation, 2016 with a view to lay down procedures for
providing supply or availability of unclaimed of dead bodies to the
Medical College for the purpose of studying the human anatomy in all
systems of medicine.
355. Funding of exports to Iran from India through the Export Development Fund of Exim Bank
356. Modification in the policy for liberalisation of administratively allotted Spectrum
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
approved the modifications in the policy for liberalisation of
administratively allotted spectrum where market determined prices were
not available. This will facilitate optimal utilisation of spectrum by
introducing new technologies, sharing and trading of spectrum.
357. National Hydrology Project
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval to Implementation of the National Hydrology Project.
It will be a central sector scheme with a total outlay of Rs. 3679.7674
crore. This includes Rs.3,640 crore for National Hydrology Project
(NHP) and Rs. 39.7674 crore for National Water Informatics Centre (NWIC)
to be taken up in two stages.
358. Revised Policy on crude oil import for oil PSUs
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval to replace the existing policy on crude oil import by
Oil PSUs and vest the oil PSUs with the power to evolve their own
policies. This will provide a more efficient, flexible and dynamic
policy for crude procurement, eventually benefiting the consumers.
13.04.2016
359. MoU between India and Bangladesh on cooperation in the field of Fisheries
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, was
apprised about the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between
India and Bangladesh in September, 2011 on bilateral cooperation in the
field of Fisheries and aquaculture and allied activities.
360.South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for India adopting the Statute of the South Asia
Wildlife Enforcement Network (SAWEN) and India and becoming its formal
member in order to strengthen ties with the member countries in
controlling the trans-boundary wildlife crime through communication,
coordination, collaboration, capacity building and cooperation in the
region.
361.
Memorandum of Understanding between India and United Arab Emirates on
cooperation in preventing and combating of Human Trafficking
20.04.2016
362. Expansion of India - Chile Preferential Trade Agreement
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has
given its approval for expansion of India - Chile Preferential Trade
Agreement (PTA) between India and Chile.
362.Transfer
of 58.81 acres land of Farakka Barrage Project at Farakka to Border
Security Force for establishment of 04-BattaIion Head Quarters of BSF
363. Operationalisation of new Indian Institute of Science Education and Research at Tirupati
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has
given its approval for operationalisation of new Indian Institute of
Science Education and Research (IISER) at Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh from
the Academic Year of 2015-16 from a transit / temporary campus, at an
estimated cost of Rs. 137.30 crore for the initial three years
(2015-18).
364. Cabinet approves signing the Paris Agreement
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today
gave its approval for signing the Paris Agreement adopted at the 21st
Conference of Parties held in Paris in December 2015.
365.Memoranda of Understanding on Youth Exchange Programmes with foreign countries
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was
today apprised of the Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) signed with
Bahrain, Kuwait, Nepal, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Vietnam and BRICS
Nations on Organising Youth Exchange Programmes with these countries.
366.
Transfer of 21.93 acre of land belonging to the Central Tobacco
Research Institute, Rajahmundry to the Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural
University, Hyderabad for establishment of an Agriculture College at
Rajahmundry.
367. Amendments in the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Bill, 2015
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today
gave its approval to move official amendments in the Compensatory
Afforestation Fund Bill, 2015.
04.05.2016
368. Leasing of 73 Sqm. of defence land at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai to M/s. BEST
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has
approved the proposal for leasing of 73 sq. mtr. of defence land at
Naval Dockyard, Mumbai to M/s. Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and
Transport Undertaking (BEST) at a nominal rent of Rs.1/- per annum. The
lease of the land will be initially for a period of 30 years and
renewable for another two terms of 30 years each
369. Flexibility in utilisation of domestic coal for reducing the cost of power generation
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for allowing flexibility in utilisation of domestic
coal for reducing the cost of power generation.
370.
Memorandum of Cooperation to be signed between Ministry of Women &
Child Development and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
12.05.2016
371.
Memorandum of Understanding between Securities and Exchange Board of
India and Financial Services Regulatory Authority, Abu Dhabi for Mutual
Co--operation and Technical Assistance
372. Inter-Governmental Agreement between India and Mauritius on cooperation in cooperatives and related fields
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for signing of an Inter-Governmental Agreement
between India and Mauritius on cooperation in cooperatives and related
fields.
373. General Framework Agreement on Renewable Energy Cooperation
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was
apprised of a General Framework Agreement (GFA) on Renewable Energy
Cooperation between India and United Arab Emirates (UAE). The GFA was
signed, in New Delhi on 11th February this year during the state visit
of Crown Prince of UAE.
374. Cabinet approves National Intellectual Property Rights Policy
“Creative India; Innovative India: रचनात्मक à¤ारत; अà¤िनव à¤ारत”
The
Union Cabinet yesterday approved the National Intellectual Property
Rights (IPR) Policy that will lay the future roadmap for intellectual
property in India. The Policy recognises the abundance of creative and
innovative energies that flow in India, and the need to tap into and
channelise these energies towards a better and brighter future for all.
18.05.2016
375. Joint issue between Department of Posts and United Nations Postal Administration on UN Women HeForShe postage stamp
376.
Leasing out of AAI land measuring 1500 sqm. To M/s. M.P. Warehousing
Logistics Corporation for establishing Centre for Perishable Cargo at
Indore airport
377. Site for construction of National War Memorial and National War Museum
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, was
apprised of the decision taken by the Empowered Apex Steering Committee
(EASC) that Princess Park Complex would be the suitable site for
construction of the National War Museum.
25.05.2016
378. National Capital Goods Policy
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for National Capital Goods Policy. This is first ever
policy for Capital Goods sector with a clear objective of increasing
production of capital goods from Rs.2,30,000 crore in 2014-15 to
Rs.7,50,000 crore in 2025 and raising direct and indirect employment
from the current 8.4 million to 30 million.
379.
Cabinet gives ex-post facto approval to the Amendments in the
Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order, 1950 to modify the list of
Scheduled Tribes (STs) in Assam, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu,
Tripura and Puducherry.
380.
Cabinet gives ex-post facto approval to the Amendment to The Institutes
of Technology Act, 1961 for incorporation of six new IITs at Tirupati
(AP), Palakkad (Kerala), Dharwar (Karnataka), Bhilai (Chhattisgarh),
Goa, Jammu (J&K) and conversion of ISM, Dhanbad to an IIT under the
Institutes of Technology Act, 1961
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today
granted ex-post facto approval to the Amendment to The Institutes of
Technology Act, 1961 for incorporation of six new IITs at Tirupati (AP),
Palakkad (Kerala), Dharwar (Karnataka), Bhilai (Chhattisgarh), Goa,
Jammu (J&K) and conversion of ISM, Dhanbad to an IIT under the
Institutes of Technology Act, 1961
381.
Cabinet gives ex-post facto approval to the MOU between India and Japan
for promoting sustainable, stable and low-carbon thermal power
development in India
382. Financial restructuring of Hindustan Fertilizer Corporation Limited for faster revival of Barauni Unit
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for financial restructuring of Hindustan Fertilizers
Corporation Limited (HFCL).
383. Cabinet gives ex-post facto approval to the cadre review of Indian Postal Service (IPoS)
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today
granted ex-post facto approval to the proposal for undertaking cadre
review of the Indian Postal Service.
The cadre review will enable the Department of Posts to meet the functional requirements and strengthening the cadre structure both in the headquarters and in the field on the basis of functional requirement, which will provide more avenues to earn review and respond effectively to the customer needs, reduce the existing stagnation and improve the career prospects of Indian Postal Service officers.
The cadre review will enable the Department of Posts to meet the functional requirements and strengthening the cadre structure both in the headquarters and in the field on the basis of functional requirement, which will provide more avenues to earn review and respond effectively to the customer needs, reduce the existing stagnation and improve the career prospects of Indian Postal Service officers.
384.MoU between Indian Space Research Organisation and the United Arab Emirates Space Agency
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was
apprised of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Indian
Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the United Arab Emirates Space
Agency (UAESA) for cooperation in the exploration and user of outer
space for peaceful purposes.
385.Cabinet gives ex-post facto approval to establishment of the National Institute of Technology, Andhra Pradesh
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today
granted ex-post facto approval for establishment of NIT, Andhra Pradesh
which has been registered as a Society under the Andhra Pradesh
Societies Registration Act, 2001 with effect from 20th August 2015.
386.
Cabinet gives ex-post facto approval to the Amendments in the
Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order, 1950 to modify the list of
Scheduled Tribes (STs) in Assam, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu,
Tripura and Puducherry
387. Site for construction of National War Memorial and National War Museum
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, was
apprised of the decision taken by the Empowered Apex Steering Committee
(EASC) that Princess Park Complex would be the suitable site for
construction of the National War Museum.
01.06.2016
388.Cabinet approves the Proposal for Extension of Corridor-1 of Chennai Metro Rail Project Phase-I
The
Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi has given its ex-post facto approval to the proposal for Chennai
Metro Rail Phase-I Project from Washermanpet to Wimconagar. It covers a
length of 9.051 km. at a total cost of Rs. 3770 crore.
389.Cabinet approves MoU between USA and India to enhance cooperation in wildlife conservation
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
between United States of America and India to enhance cooperation in the
field of wildlife conservation and combating wildlife trafficking.
390.Cabinet approves setting up of India Post Payments Bank
The
Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi has given its approval for setting up the India Post Payments Bank
(IPPB) as a Public Limited Company under the Department of Posts, with
100% Government of India (GOI) equity.
15.06.2016
391. Cabinet
approves enhancement of age of superannuation of Non-Teaching, Public
Health Specialists and General Duty Medical Officers sub-cadre of
Central Health Service to 65 years
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for enhancement of the age of superannuation of (i)
Non-Teaching and Public Health Specialists of Central Health Service
from 62 years to 65 years and (ii) Doctors of General Duty Medical
Officers (GDMOs) sub-cadre of Central Health Service (CHS) to 65 years.
392.Cabinet approves India’s Membership of the International Continental Scientific Drilling Program
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for Indian membership of the International
Continental Scientific Drilling Program (ICDP) consortium by signing
anMoU with the Helmholtz Centre Potsdam GFZ German Research Centre for
geosciences. This is a government-funded, Public Law Foundation of the
State of Brandenburg, Germany.
393. Cabinet approves signing of Air Services Agreement between India and Taiwan
The
Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi has approved the signing of Air Services Agreement between
India-Taipei Association in Taipei (India’s representative office in
Taiwan) and Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India (Taiwan’s
representative office in India).
394. Cabinet appraisal of MoU between ISRO and Canadian Space Agency (CSA) on cooperation in the field of outer space
The
Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi has been apprised of the Memorandum of Understanding between
Department of Space / Indian Space Research Organization (DOS/ISRO) and
Canadian Space Agency (CSA) on cooperation in the field of outer space.
The MoU was signed in Ottawa, Canada on 15th April 2015.
395.Cabinet approves Civil Aviation Policy
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for the Civil Aviation Policy. This is the first time
since Independence that an integrated Civil Aviation Policy has been
brought out by the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
22.06.2016
396.Establishment of Fund of Funds for funding support to Start-ups
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has
approved the establishment of "Fund of Funds for Startups" (FFS) at
Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) for contribution to
various Alternative Investment Funds (AIF), registered with Securities
and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) which would extend funding support to
Startups. This is in line with the Start up India Action Plan unveiled
by Government in January 2016.
397.
Cabinet approves Protocol amending the Agreement for avoidance of
double taxation and prevention of fiscal evasion with Belgium
398. Withdrawal of the Drugs and Cosmetics (Amendment) Bill, 2013
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has
decided to withdraw the Drugs and Cosmetics (Amendment) Bill, 2013,
which had been introduced in the Rajya Sabha on 29.08.2013. The Bill had
been examined by the Standing Committee of Parliament which had made a
number of recommendations for changing the provisions of the Bill.
399.Cabinet approves special package for employment generation and promotion of exports in Textile and Apparel sector
The
move comes in the backdrop of the package of reforms announced by the
Government for generation of one crore jobs in the textile and apparel
industry over next 3 years. The package includes a slew of measures
which are labour friendly and would promote employment generation,
economies of scale and boost exports. The steps will lead to a
cumulative increase of US$ 30 bn. in exports and investment of Rs.
74,000 crores over next 3 years.
29.06. 2016
400. Cabinet approves National Mineral Exploration Policy
The
NMEP primarily aims at accelerating the exploration activity in the
country through enhanced participation of the private sector. There is a
need for comprehensive mineral exploration of the country to uncover
its full mineral potential so as to put the nation's mineral resources
(non-fuel and non-coal) to best use and thereby maximize sectoral
contribution to the Indian economy.
401. Cabinet approves Revised Cost Estimates for establishment of Eight New IITs
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
approved the Revised Cost Estimates for establishment of eight New IITs
at Bhubaneswar, Gandhinagar, Hyderabad, Indore, Jodhpur, Mandi, Patna
and Ropar. The revised Cost Estimate is Rs. 13,990 crore for
establishment of eight new IITs over a period of 11 years from 2008-09
to 2018-19. The original project cost was Rs. 6080 crore. The increase
in expenditure due to escalation in both time and cost overrun is Rs.
7910 crore.
402.
Cabinet approves Memorandum of Understanding between Union Public
Service Commission and Royal Civil Service Commission, Bhutan
The
MoU will strengthen the existing relationship between RCSC and UPSC. It
will facilitate sharing of experience and expertise of both the parties
in the area of recruitment.
403. Cabinet approves Cadre Review of Group 'A' Officers of Central Reserve Police Force
The Union
Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved
the Cadre Review of Group 'A' Executive officers of Central Reserve
Police Force (CRPF) with net creation of 90 posts of various ranks from
Deputy Commandant to Special DG ranks. After creation of these posts in
CRPF, the operational efficiency and capacity building of the Force
including its administrative capabilities would be enhanced.
404.Cabinet approves Implementation of the recommendations of 7th Central Pay Commission.
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the implementation of the recommendations of 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) on pay and pensionary benefits. It will come into effect from 01.01.2016.
05.07.2016
405. Cabinet approves setting up a Major port at Enayam near Colachel in Tamil Nadu
A
Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) will be formed for development of this
Port with initial equity investment from the three Major Ports in Tamil
Nadu i.e. V.O.Chidambaranar Port Trust, Chennai Port Trust, and
Kamarajar Port Limited. The SPV will develop the port infrastructure
including dredging and reclamation, construction of breakwater, ensuring
connectivity links etc.
406.Cabinet approves the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
approved a National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme. The Scheme has an
outlay of Rs. 10,000 crore with a target of 50 lakh apprentices to be
trained by 2019-20.
407. Cabinet approves creation of one post of Chief Works Manager in the Mechanical Department on Eastern Railway
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
approved the creation of one revenue charged Senior Administrative Grade
(SAG) post of Chief Works Manager (CWM) in the Mechanical Department of
Diesel Component Factory, Dankuni on Eastern Railway.
408. Cabinet approves import of pulses through long-term contract with Mozambique
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
approved a long-term contract by signing a Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) with Mozambique for import of pulses either through the private
channels or Government-to-Government (G2G) sales through State Agencies
nominated by the two countries.
409. Cabinet
approves the High Courts (Alteration of Names) Bill, 2016 for enabling
changing the names of High Courts of Bombay and Madras
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval to introduce ‘The High Courts (Alteration of Names)
Bill, 2016’ in Parliament.
The High Courts (Alteration of Names) Bill, 2016 will facilitate the changing of the names of ‘Bombay High Court as Mumbai High Court’ and ‘Madras High Court as Chennai High Court’ respectively.
The High Courts (Alteration of Names) Bill, 2016 will facilitate the changing of the names of ‘Bombay High Court as Mumbai High Court’ and ‘Madras High Court as Chennai High Court’ respectively.
410. Cabinet approves Revision of pension of BSNL Pensioners Removing Anomalies
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
approved the revision of pension of BSNL pensioners and family
pensioners, who retired prior to 10.06.2013 by allowing the benefit of
merger of 50% DA/DR with Basic Pay/ Pension, effectively amounting to
78.2% DA/DR for the purpose of fitment, and (ii) Modifying the liability
of BSNL towards the payment of pensionary benefits to the retired
employees.
411. Joint issue of postage stamp between Department of Posts and Portugal Post
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was
apprised of a joint issue of postage stamps between Department of Posts
and Portugal Post.
412. Union Council of Ministers expanded with 19 new Ministers of State Shri Prakash Javadekar elevated to Cabinet rank
15 new Ministers have past legislative experience; 10 served in central and state governments
15 new Ministers have past legislative experience; 10 served in central and state governments
413.
Interest subvention to Public Sector Banks, Private Sector Banks,
Cooperative Banks, Regional Rural Banks and NABARD for providing short
term crop loan to farmers
13.07.2016
414. Cabinet approves Pradhan MantriKaushalVikasYojana 60 lakh youth to be trained afresh
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
approved the Pradhan MantriKaushalVikasYojana (PMKVY) with an outlay of
Rs.12000 crore to impart skilling to one crore people over the next four
years (2016-2020). PMKVY will impart fresh training to 60 lakh youths
and certify skills of 40 lakh persons acquired non-formally under the
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). The target allocation between fresh
trainings and RPL will be flexible and interchangeable depending on
functional and operational requirements.
415. Cabinet approves the Revised Cost Estimate of Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project in Bhutan
416. Cabinet approves the facilities being extended to persons residing in India on Long Term Visa
417.Cabinet
approves Official amendment to the Bill for change of name from
“Rajendra Central Agricultural University” to “Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Central Agricultural University”
418. Cabinet approves revival of defunct Fertilizer Units in Gorakhpur, Sindri and Barauni
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
approved the revival of defunct Fertilizer Units in Gorakhpur, Sindri
and Barauni. These cinlude two closed urea units of Fertilizer
Corporation India Limited (FCIL) at Sindri (Jharkhand) and Gorakhpur
(Uttar Pradesh) and Barauni (Bihar) unit of Hindustan Fertilizers
Corporation Limited (HFCL).
20.07.2016
419.Government gives a push to port-led development
Cabinet approves incorporation of Sagarmala Development Company
420. Cabinet approves the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill 2016
The
Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi has approved The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill
2016.
421. Cabinet approves signing of Air Services Agreement between India and Mozambique
Presently there is no Air Services Agreement between India and Mozambique. To promote the air connectivity between the two countries, the two sides initiated the process of consultation in 2011 to finalize the text of Air Services Agreement.
Presently there is no Air Services Agreement between India and Mozambique. To promote the air connectivity between the two countries, the two sides initiated the process of consultation in 2011 to finalize the text of Air Services Agreement.
422. Cabinet approves establishment of new All India Institutes of Medical Sciences at Gorakhpur
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for establishment of new All India Institutes of
Medical Sciences (AIIMS) at Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh under Pradhan
MantriSwasthyaSurakshaYojana (PMSSY).
The cost of the project for establishment of the new AIIMS in Gorakhpur shall be Rs. 1011 crore.
The cost of the project for establishment of the new AIIMS in Gorakhpur shall be Rs. 1011 crore.
423. Cabinet approves amendment in the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) amendment Bill, 2015
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for introducing amendments to the Benami Transactions
(Prohibition) (Amendment) Bill, 2015 in Parliament.
27.07.2016
424. Cabinet approves Amendment in the Central Agricultural University Act, 1992
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
approved the amendment in relevant clauses of the Central Agricultural
University Act (CAU), 1992 to include State of Nagaland under the
jurisdiction of CAU, Imphal.
425.Cabinet approves setting up of new AIIMS in Bhatinda
The institution shall have a hospital with capacity of 750 beds which will include Emergency/Trauma Beds, AYUSH Beds, Private Beds and ICU Speciality& Super Speciality beds. In addition, there will be an Administration Block, AYUSH Block, Auditorium, Night Shelter, Hostels and residential facilities.
426. Cabinet approves abolition of Separate Guidelines for establishing Joint Venture Companies by Defence PSUs
427. Cabinet increases the limit for foreign investment in Stock Exchanges from 5% to 15%
428.
Cabinet approves rescinding the decision of the Government to set up
the Concurrent Evaluation Office in Ministry of Rural Development
03.08.2016
429. Cabinet approves amendments in the Central List of Other Backward Classes applicable to Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for making suitable amendments in the Central List of
OBCs by way of inclusion/correction/deletion of castes/communities
applicable to the State of Andhra Pradesh and the newly formed State of
Telangana as per the advice received from the National Commission for
Backward Classes (NCBC).
430.Cabinet approves recommendations of the Sub-Group of Chief Minsters on Rationalisation of Centrally Sponsored Schemes
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
accepted the major recommendations of the Sub-Group of Chief Minsters on
Rationalization of Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSSs). The Sub-Group
had examined 66 CSSs and recommended that the number of CSSs should not
normally exceed 30. A consensus was reached on many contentious issues
not only between the States represented on the Sub- Group but other
States/UTs also through regional consultations and meetings with Union
Ministries/Departments.
431. Cabinet approves signing of Air Services Agreement between India and Lao
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for signing of new Air Services Agreement (ASA)
between India and Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR).
432.
Cabinet approves Motor Vehicle (Amendment) Bill 2016 Historical Step
towards making roads safe and save lakhs of innocent lives
433.
Cabinet approves the terms and conditions for transfer of 12 acres of
land of Indu-6 Mill land vested in National Textile Corporation Ltd. to
Government of Maharashtra for construction of a memorial of Dr. B.R.
Ambedkar
434.
Cabinet approves Spectrum Usage Charge for the spectrum in various
bands held by various operators or to be acquired by them in forthcoming
auction
10.08.2016
435. Cabinet approves foreign investment in other Financial Services sector
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval to amend regulation for foreign investment in the
Non- Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs).
436.Cabinet
approves introduction of Pension and Post-Retirement Medical Schemes as
part of superannuation benefits for Employees of Food Corporation of
India
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for introduction of Pension and Post-Retirement
Medical Schemes as part of superannuation benefits for Employees of Food
Corporation of India (FCI) as per guidelines of Department of Public
Enterprises (DPE).
437. Cabinet
approves transfer of 13111.55 square meters of land belonging to Indian
Institute of Soil & Water Conservation Research Centre at
Chandigarh to Haryana Urban Development Authority
438. The Factories (Amendment) Bill, 2016
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has
given its ex-post facto approval for amendment of Section 64 and section
65 and consequential amendment of section 115 of the Factories Act,
1948 by introducing the Factories (Amendment) Bill, 2016 in the
Parliament.
439. The Lokpal and Lokayuktas (Amendment) Bill, 2016
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has
given its ex-post facto approval for amendments to Section 44 and
consequential amendments of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 by
introducing the Lokpal and Lokayuktas (Amendment) Bill, 2016 in the
Parliament.
440.Amendments to the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has
given its ex-post facto approval for amendments to the Maternity Benefit
Act, 1961 by introducing the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Bill, 2016
in Parliament.
The maternity benefit Act 1961 protects the employment of women during the time of her maternity and entitles her of a 'maternity benefit' - i.e. full paid absence from work - to take care for her child. The act is applicable to all establishments employing 10 or more persons. The amendments will help 1.8 million (approx.) women workforce in organised sector.
The maternity benefit Act 1961 protects the employment of women during the time of her maternity and entitles her of a 'maternity benefit' - i.e. full paid absence from work - to take care for her child. The act is applicable to all establishments employing 10 or more persons. The amendments will help 1.8 million (approx.) women workforce in organised sector.
24.08.2016
441. Cabinet approves Cadre Review of Indian Information Service
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
approved the cadre restructuring of the Indian Information Service (IIS)
Group 'A'.
The restructuring will involve addition of two posts at Apex level, five at Higher Administrative Grade and 19 posts at Senior Administrative Grade level with matching reduction at other levels.
The restructuring will involve addition of two posts at Apex level, five at Higher Administrative Grade and 19 posts at Senior Administrative Grade level with matching reduction at other levels.
442. Cabinet approves introduction of the "Surrogacy (Regulation) Bill, 2016"
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval for introduction of the "Surrogacy (Regulation) Bill,
2016".
The Bill will regulate surrogacy in India by establishing National Surrogacy Board at the central level and State Surrogacy Boards and Appropriate Authorities in the State and Union Territories. The legislation will ensure effective regulation of surrogacy, prohibit commercial surrogacy and allow ethical surrogacy to the needy infertile couples.
The Bill will regulate surrogacy in India by establishing National Surrogacy Board at the central level and State Surrogacy Boards and Appropriate Authorities in the State and Union Territories. The legislation will ensure effective regulation of surrogacy, prohibit commercial surrogacy and allow ethical surrogacy to the needy infertile couples.
443.
Cabinet approves Leasing out of Airports Authority of India land to
Assam Industrial Development Corporation for Centre for Perishable Cargo
at LokpriyaGopinathBordoloi International Airport, Guwahati.
444.
Cabinet approves Central Scheme for Assistance to Civilian Victims of
Terrorist / Communal / Left Wing Extremist Violence and Cross Border
Firing and Mine/IED Blasts on Indian Territory
31.08.2016
445. Cabinet apprised of MoU between CERT-In India and CERT-UK
The
Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi has been apprised of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed
on 20th May, 2016 between Indian Computer Emergency Response Team
(CERT-In) and Ministry of Cabinet Office, UK (as represented by CERT-UK,
a unit of the Cabinet Office on Cyber Security).
446. Cabinet approves dissolution of Central Inland Water Transport Corporation Limited
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its approval to proposal for dissolution of Central Inland Water
Transport Corporation Limited (CIWTC). The Voluntary Retirement Scheme
for CIWTC was implemented in the year 2015 as per decision of 'the
Cabinet on 24.12.2014.
447.Cabinet approves simplification and liberalisation of the Foreign Direct Investment Policy, 2016 in various sectors
The
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has
given its ex-post-facto approval for the FDI policy amendments announced
by the Government on 20th June, 2016. The FDI policy
amendments are meant to liberalise and simplify the FDI policy so as to
provide ease of doing business in the country leading to larger FDI
inflows contributing to growth of investment, incomes and employment.
12.09.2016
448. Cabinet approves creation of GST Council and its Secretariat
The
Cabinet also decided to provide for adequate funds for meeting the
recurring and non-recurring expenses of the GST Council Secretariat, the
entire cost for which shall be borne by the Central Government. The GST
Council Secretariat shall be manned by officers taken on deputation
from both the Central and State Governments.
449.
Cabinet approves establishment of Higher Education Financing Agency for
creating capital assets in higher educational institutions.
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has
approved the creation of the Higher Education Financing Agency (HEFA) to
give a major push for creation of high quality infrastructure in
premier educational institutions.
450. Cabinet approves Exchange of Tariff concessions under the Fourth Round of Negotiations APTA
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has
approved the exchange of tariff concessions, on Margin of Preference
basis, under the Fourth Round of Negotiations under the Asia Pacific
Trade Agreement and related amendments.
451. Cabinet
approves Bilateral Technical Arrangement between India and Switzerland
on the identification and return of Swiss and Indian Nationals
The
Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi has given its approval for signing of the Technical Arrangement
between India and Switzerland on the identification and return of Swiss
and Indian Nationals and its implementation.
452. Cabinet approves Cadre Review of Group 'A' Executive Officers of Border Security Force
453. Cabinet approves signing of the Extradition Treaty between India and Afghanistan
21.09.2016
454.
Cabinet approves extension of the validity of Central Orders dated
28.09.2015 in respect of edible oils and edible oilseeds and Central
Order No. S.O. No. 2857(E) dated 18.10.2015 in respect of pulses from
01.10.2016 to 30.09.2017
455. Cabinet approves raising Extra Budgetary Resources to augment infrastructure spending
The Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for raising a total of Rs. 31,300 crore in the financial year 2016-17 and to service the principal and interest against the Extra Budgetary Resources (EBR) of Rs. 16,300 crore by Government of India to augment infrastructure spending.
456.Cabinet approves USOF support to BSNL for Rural Wire-line connections installed prior to 1.4.2002
457.
Cabinet approves merger of rail budget with general budget; advancement
of budget presentation and merger of plan and non-plan classification
Cabinet
has approved the proposals of Ministry of Finance on certain landmark
budgetary reforms relating to (i) the merger of Railway budget with the
General budget, (ii) the advancement of the date of Budget presentation
from the last day of February and (iii) the merger of the Plan and the
Non-Plan classification in the Budget and Accounts. All these changes
will be put into effect simultaneously from the Budget 2017-18.ion in budget and accounts
458. Cabinet approves the River Ganga (Rejuvenation, Protection and Management) Authorities Order, 2016
459.
Cabinet approves provision of submarine optical fibre cable
connectivity between mainland (Chennai) and Andaman & Nicobar
Islands Cabinet gives ex-post facto approval to enhancement of Pension
for Freedom Fighters
460.
Cabinet approves enactment of Admiralty (Jurisdiction and Settlement of
Maritime Claims) Bill 2016 and to repeal five archaic admiralty
statutes
28.09.2016
461. Cabinet approves ratification of the Paris Agreement
The Union Cabinet
chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval
to ratify the Paris Agreement (on Climate Change) on 2nd October 2016,
the day of Gandhi Jayanti.
462. Cabinet approves India - Singapore MoU to give a boost to Innovation, Creativity and Technological Advancement
463. Cabinet gives ex-post facto approval to Varistha Pension BimaYojana, 2003 and Varistha Pension BimaYojana, 2014
464. Cabinet approves an Undertaking between India and Korea on Mutual Recognition of Certificates for Seafarers, 1978
465. Cabinet approves Closure of Hindustan Cables Limited, Kolkata
466. Cabinet approves Productivity Linked Bonus to railway employees
The Union Cabinet
chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given its approval
to pay Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) equivalent to 78 days wages to
eligible non-gazetted railway employees (excluding RPF/RPSF personnel)
for the financial year 2015-16. The approval entails a financial
implication of approximately Rs.2090.96 crore.
05.10.2016
467.
Cabinet approves Memorandum of Understanding with the African Asian
Rural Development Organization in the field of rural development
Cabinet approves MoU between India and European Union on water
cooperation
468. Cabinet approves transfer of two acres of Indian Agricultural Institute land to Veterinary Council of India
469.
Cabinet accords permission to Ms/. HLL Lifecare Ltd., to sub-lease
330.10 acres of Government land at Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram District
(Tamil Nadu) leased to it in 2009 for setting up Medipark
470. Cabinet approves amendments to the HIV and AIDS (Prevention and Control) Bill 2014
The HIV and AIDS Bill,
2014 has been drafted to safeguard the rights of people living with HIV
and affected by HIV. The provisions of the Bill seek to address
HIV-related discrimination, strengthen the existing programme by
bringing in legal accountability and establish formal mechanisms for
inquiring into complaints and redressing grievances. rol) Bill, 2014
13.10.2016
471.
Cabinet approves MoU between Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) on
General Cooperation with the New Development Bank (NDB), along with
other Development Financial Institutions of BRICS nations (13-October
2016)
472. Cabinet approves establishment of an Indian Institute of Management at Jammu (13-October 2016)
The Union Cabinet,
chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the
establishment and operationalisation of Indian Institute of Management
(IIM) at Jammu in a transit/temporary campus at Old Government College
of Engineering & Technology from the Academic Year 2016-17.
473. Cabinet apprised of the MoU between India and Qatar on cooperation in the field of Youth and Sports (13-October 2016)
474.
Cabinet approves redevelopment of residential colonies at West Ansari
Nagar and AyurVigyan Nagar Campuses of AllMS, New Delhi (13-October
2016)
475. Cabinet approves MoU between India and Hungary on cooperation in the field of water management (13-October 2016)
476.
Cabinet approves MoU between India and the Russian Federation on
Expansion of Bilateral Trade and Economic Cooperation (13-October 2016)
27.10.2016
477.
Cabinet approves release of an instalment of Dearness Allowance to
Central Government employees and Dearness Relief to Pensioners due from
01.07.2016
The Union Cabinet under
the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its
approval to release an instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) to Central
Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) to Pensioners w.e.f.
01.07.2016 representing an increase of 2% of the revised Basic
Pay/Pension, to compensate for price rise. The increase is in accordance
with the accepted formula, which is based on the recommendations of the
7th Central Pay Commission.
478.
Cabinet approves New Productivity Linked Reward Scheme for all Major
Port Trusts and Dock Labour Board employees/workers for the years
2015-16 to 2017-18
479. Cabinet approves Agreement between India and Estonia on the transfer of sentenced persons
480. Establishment and operationalization of new Indian Institute of Science Education and Research at Berhampur, Odisha
481. Cabinet approves establishment of National Academic Depository
The Union Cabinet under
the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has accorded its
approval for establishment and operationalisation of a National Academic
Depository (NAD). The decision aims at bringing another dimension and
enhancement of the vision of Digital India.
482. Extension of the validity of Central Order regarding de-hoarding of sugar upto April, 2017
483. Cabinet approves Cadre Review of Indian Posts & Telecommunications Accounts and Finance Service Group “A”
484.
Cabinet approves Budgetary support to HMT Ltd for payment of outstanding
salary, introduction of VRS/VSS and closure of operations of Tractor
Division
485.
Cabinet approves exchanging of land between Airports Authority of India
and Government of Odisha for widening of road at BijuPatnaiak Airport,
Bhubaneshwar
486. Cabinet approves the new Agreement on Trade, Commerce and Transit between India and Bhutan
15.11.2016
487.
Cabinet approves Status-cum-Progress Report and constitution of “Special
Committee for Inter-Linking of Rivers” in compliance of judgment of
Supreme Court
The Union Cabinet
chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval
to the Status-cum-Progress Report and constitution of “Special Committee
for Inter-Linking of Rivers” in compliance of Supreme Court judgment
dated 27.2.2012 in the matter of Writ Petition (Civil) 512 of 2002:
Networking of Rivers along with Writ Petition No. 668 of 2002.
488.
Cabinet approves introduction of the revamped Merchant Shipping Bill
2016 in the Parliament and simultaneous repealing of the Merchant
Shipping Act, 1958 and the Coasting Vessels Act, 1838
23.11.2016
489.Cabinet approves re-routing of State Highway passing through Naval Land at Kakinada
The Union Cabinet
chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval
for diversion of State Highway-149 passing through Naval Land at
Kakinada.
490.Cabinet
approves the third Protocol to the Convention between India and New
Zealand for the avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of
fiscal evasion with respect to taxes on income.
491.
Cabinet approves MoU among New Energy and Industrial Technology
Development Organization, Japan and Ministries of Finance, Health &
Family Welfare and AIIMS concerning the Demonstration Project for ICT
based Green Hospital at AIIMS in Delhi
The
Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has
approved the signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) among New
Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), Japan
and Ministries of Finance (Department of Economic Affairs), Health &
Family Welfare and All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
concerning the Demonstration Project for ICT based Green Hospital at
AIIMS in Delhi.
492.Cabinet approves setting up of Jawahar NavodayaVidyalayas in 62 uncovered districts of the country
The
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister,
Shri Narendra Modi has approved opening of one Jawahar NavodayaVidyalaya
(JNV) in each of the 62 uncovered districts with an outlay of Rs.2,871
crore.
30.11.2016
493. Cabinet approves Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP)- Phase III
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has approved the Mumbai Urban Transport Project Phase-III.
The estimated cost of project is Rs.8,679 crore with completion cost of Rs.10,947 crore. The project is expected to be completed in the next 5 years during 13th Plan period.
The estimated cost of project is Rs.8,679 crore with completion cost of Rs.10,947 crore. The project is expected to be completed in the next 5 years during 13th Plan period.
494.Cabinet approves closure of Kota Unit of Instrumentation Limited and Transfer of its Palakkad Unit to Government of Kerala.
495.
Cabinet approves the negotiating position adopted by the Government at
the Meeting of Parties to the Montreal Protocol of the Vienna Convention
for Protection of Ozone Layer held at Kigali, Rwanda
496. Cabinet approves liberalization, simplification and rationalization of Visa regime in India
The Union Cabinet
chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval
for liberalization, simplification and rationalization of the existing
visa regime in India, and incremental changes in the visa policy decided
by the Ministry of Home Affairs in consultation with various
stakeholders and with approval of the Home Minister.
497. Cabinet
approves Rehabilitation Package for Displaced Families from Pakistan
occupied Jammu &Kashmir and Chhamb under the Prime Minister's
Development Package for Jammu & Kashmir, 2015
The Union Cabinet,
chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has approved Central
Assistance of Rs. 2000 crore for 36,384 displaced families from Pakistan
occupied areas of Jammu & Kashmir (POJK) and Chhamb following an
announcement of Prime Minister's Development Package for Jammu &
Kashmir-2015 in November, 2015
498.
Cabinet approves inclusion/Amendments in the Central List of Other
Backward Classes notified in respect of States of Assam, Bihar, Himachal
Pradesh, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir
and Uttarakhand.
07.12.2016
499.Cabinet approves Reforms to Boost Employment Generation and Exports in the Made-ups Sector
500.
Expansion of the mandate of Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor Project
Implementation Trust Fund and its re-designation as National Industrial
Corridor Development & Implementation Trust for integrated
development of Industrial Corridors
501.
Cabinet approves the proposal of Election Commission for procurement of
Control Units and Ballot Units during 2017-18 and 2018-19
502. Cabinet approves Pune Metro Rail Project Phase – 1
The Union Cabinet,
chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the
development of Pune Metro Rail Project Phase – 1. The Pune Metro Rail
Corridor will be covering a length of 31.254 km comprising with two
corridors i.e. Corridor-1 {PimpriChinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC)
to Swargate} covering length of 16.589 km (11.57 km elevated and 5.019
km underground) and Corriodor-2 (Vanaz to Ramwadi) covering 14.665 km
(fully elevated).
14.12.2016
503. Cabinet approves signing of revised Air Services Agreement between India and Nigeria
504. Cabinet approves replacement of ‘Major Port Trusts Act, 1963’ with ‘the Major Port Trust Authorities Bill, 2016’
505.
Cabinet approves India’s approach to Climate Change Negotiations at the
Conference of Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention
on Climate Change (UNFCC)
The Union Cabinet
chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex-post
facto approval to India’s approach to Climate Change Negotiations at the
Conference of Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention
on Climate Change (UNFCC), held in Marrakesh, Morocco during November
7-18, 2016.
506.
Cabinet approves Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and United
States Geological Survey (USGS) for cooperation in the Exchange and use
of U.S. Land Remote Sensing Satellite Data
507.
Cabinet approves protocol amending the agreement between India and
Tajikistan for avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of fiscal
evasion with respect to taxes on income
21.12.2016
508.
Cabinet approves creation of ‘Indian Enterprise Development Service
(IEDS)’ in the Office of Development Commissioner (MSME) under the
Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
509. Cabinet approves Cadre Review of Indian Telecommunications Service, Group ‘A’
