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TopicAshwini Vaishnaw

Topic: Ashwini Vaishnaw

ThePrint photos of the week: 27 July-2 August, 2025

In PhotosOfTheWeek, we bring you five pictures clicked by ThePrint’s photojournalists and reporters this past week.

‘Moment of pride’, Ashwini Vaishnaw lauds Shubhanshu Shukla’s return from space, shares resolution

During a cabinet briefing, Union Minister Vaishnaw said the recent Axiom-4 mission elevates India's global standing in space exploration & offers a glimpse into future space missions.

Modi govt clears scheme to give job market entrants one month’s wage of up to Rs 15k as incentive

Presenting Budget 2024-25, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman earlier announced the scheme, a part of the PM’s package of five schemes to facilitate employment.

Delhi Junction to Maharaja Agrasen: Rekha Gupta requests name change for Old Delhi railway station

Delhi CM wrote to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw saying the name change would honour Maharaja Agrasen's profound impact on socio-economic development of India, particularly in Delhi.

Railways suspends 4 staffers, initiates probe after BSF train fiasco

An officer from the Alipurduar Division Coaching Depot and three other employees have been suspended for providing an 'unsuitable/old train' to BSF jawans, Rly ministry announced.

Who holds the power baton in Odisha, and Nayab Saini govt’s clampdown on ‘anti-social’ music

Pre-Truth — snappy, witty and significant snippets from the world of politics and government.

Delivering DP Kohli lecture, Vaishnaw asks investigating agencies to collaborate more with startups

Vaishnaw made the suggestion in presence of officers from security establishment during DP Kohli Memorial Lecture, organised by CBI each year to mark its foundation day.

Oppn slams ‘sarkarikaran’ of Railway Board as Railway (Amendment) Bill clears Rajya Sabha

Following heated debate during which Oppn demanded minister Ashwini Vaishnaw’s resignation, The Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024 was cleared in Rajya Sabha with a voice vote.

Oppn parties demand Vaishnaw’s sacking over NDLS stampede, allege ‘cover-up’

Congress, AAP and TMC demand that PM Modi sack Ashwini Vaishnaw or that the railways minister own up responsibility for NDLS stampede and resign.

Cabinet approves third launch pad at Sriharikota for space missions

The announcement was made during a briefing, highlighting the government’s commitment to the country’s space capabilities. Minister Vaishnaw said that Rs 3,985 crore have been approved.

On Camera

Hrithik Roshan & Jr NTR in Janaab-e-Aali is exactly what a dance-off should not be

Forget comparing it with classics like Hrithik’s Ek Pal Ka Jeena or the slick title track of Dhoom 2, Janaab-e-Aali does not even come close to Ghungroo.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.