The Union Cabinet had approved the operation of three Centre-sponsored insurance and pension schemes – Atal Pension Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana – in all States and Union Territories.
In another decision, the Cabinet agreed to revise the double taxation avoidance agreement between India and South Korea. The revisions will provide tax stability as well as higher economic cooperation and boost investment flow.
Meanwhile, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs also approved a modification in the Mega Food Park scheme to streamline its implementation. Along with the approval of an MoU for co-operation in renewable energy between India and Seychelles.
Approval was also given for the launch of the GSAT 18 communications satellite and services to augment existing telecom, television and VSAT services.
It also approved amendment of the Whistleblowers Protection Act 2011 to safeguard against disclosure affecting sovereignty and integrity.
