New Delhi, Feb. 22 -- The Union Cabinet on Wednesday eased Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) norms in the space sector by allowing up to 100 per cent overseas investment under the automatic route in certain activities like making components for satellites.Women safety scheme to continue- The Cabinet also okayed a plan of the MHA for continuation of implementation of umbrella scheme on safety of women at a cost of Rs 1,179.72 crore during 2021-22 to 2025-26.- Out of the total project outlay, Rs 885.49 crore will be provided by the Centre and Rs 294.23 cr will be funded from Nirbhaya Fund.

The proposed reforms prescribe liberalised entry route and provide clarity for FDI in making satellites, launch vehicles and associated systems or subsyst...