Union Budget 2021: Here’s a quick look at the highlights
3 years, 10 months ago

Union Budget 2021: Here’s a quick look at the highlights

Live Mint  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday presented the Budget 2021-22 that aims to shore up an economy badly-hit by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Budget 2021 Highlights: Financial moves Govt to set up a Development Financial Institution NHAI and PGCIL to set up INVITs to attract global funds Proposal for New Rationalised Securities Markets Code Govt allots ₹20,000 crore for bank recapitalisation Budget 2021 Highlights: Infrastructure To spend ₹1.41 lakh crore for Urban Clean India Mission Proposes voluntary Vehicle Scrappage Policy Outlay of ₹1.18 lakh crore for Ministry of Road Transport and Highways India to spend ₹1.1 lakh crore for Railways in FY22 Budget 2021 Highlights: Healthcare Govt to spend ₹64,180 crore on healthcare over six years Govt sets aside ₹35,000 crore for Covid-19 vaccine in FY22 Budget 2021 Highlights: Minimum government, maximum governance FM proposes to modify 'Small Companies' definition Increase the permissible limit for Foreign Direct Investment for insurance companies to 74% from 49%. Will add 100 more districts in the next 3 years for city gas distribution: FM Nifty climbs above 13,800 as FM Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2021. Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced ₹ 2,83,846 lakh crore for health and wellness sector which also includes ₹ 35,000 crore for Covid-19 vaccines. Union Cabinet's meeting begins ahead of the presentation of Union Budget 2021-22 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at the Parliament today.

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Sitharaman chairs pre-budget consultation with farmer associations
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Sitharaman chairs pre-budget consultation with farmer associations

Live Mint  

New Delhi, December 7 : Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired the second Pre-Budget Consultation meeting on Saturday with representatives from various farmer associations and prominent agricultural economists in the national capital. @nsitharaman chairs the second Pre-Budget Consultation with various farmer associations and leading agricultural economists in connection with the forthcoming Union Budget 2025-26, in New Delhi, today," Finance Ministry …

Finance Ministry kick-starts Budget 2025-26 preparations; Economic reforms, employment generation in focus
3 months ago

Finance Ministry kick-starts Budget 2025-26 preparations; Economic reforms, employment generation in focus

Live Mint  

India's Finance Ministry is set to begin preparations for the 2025-26 annual budget in October, as the country's economy continues its strong performance, maintaining a 7% growth rate for the fourth consecutive year, PTI reported. The upcoming budget is expected to focus on reforms to further accelerate growth and implement measures to boost job creation and economic demand, as per …

Balanced growth, jobs: FM Defends 2024-25 Union Budget in Rajya Sabha
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Balanced growth, jobs: FM Defends 2024-25 Union Budget in Rajya Sabha

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Defending the Union Budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday called it a fine balance between growth, employment, capital investment and fiscal consolidation, among others. While replying to the discussion on the Union Budget in the Rajya Sabha, Ms Sitharaman said that the Budget has taken into consideration all sectors of the …

Lok Sabha approves Union Budget 2024-25
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Lok Sabha approves Union Budget 2024-25

India TV News  

The Lok Sabha on Tuesday passed the Union Budget 2024-25 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 23. The budget was passed following a debate during which, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman spoke about the Central government's goal to narrow the fiscal deficit in coming years. In her budget, Sitharaman mentioned nine priorities including, Productivity and resilience in agriculture, Employment …

​More for more: On the Union Budget and allocations
4 months, 4 weeks ago

​More for more: On the Union Budget and allocations

The Hindu  

Budgets of the Union or the States, as much as they are revenue and expenditure statements for the upcoming fiscal year, are also an exercise in political economy, and the recently tabled Union Budget for 2024-25 is no different. Aside from the “nine priorities”, beginning with provisions for the farm sector and attempts to boost employment, Union Finance Minister Nirmala …

Union Budget 2024: Political Uproar Expected in Parliament Today, Watch Video | ABP News
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Union Budget 2024: Political Uproar Expected in Parliament Today, Watch Video | ABP News

ABP News  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget on Tuesday. The biggest relief for millions of new tax regime taxpayers comes in the form of an increase in the standard deduction. During her budget speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized her primary goals of job creation, skill development, support for small industries, and relief for the middle class. Changes in …

Sudhanshu Trivedi Discusses Union Budget 2024, Supriya Shrinate Corners Him With Question
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Sudhanshu Trivedi Discusses Union Budget 2024, Supriya Shrinate Corners Him With Question

ABP News  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget on Tuesday, addressing expectations following Narendra Modi's government securing a third consecutive term. The budget aimed to benefit all economic classes, providing significant relief for new tax regime taxpayers through increased standard deductions. Despite opposition criticism, Sitharaman highlighted significant aid: ₹1.5 lakh crore allocated to all states, three cancer drugs made cheaper, …

Union Budget 2024: INDIA Alliance to Protest Against Budget Today | ABP News
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024: INDIA Alliance to Protest Against Budget Today | ABP News

ABP News  

Nirmala Sitharaman: On Tuesday, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget. Key highlights include increased standard deductions and expanded benefits for new tax regime taxpayers, though some disappointment exists over higher short-term and long-term capital gains taxes and the removal of indexation benefits. The budget also targets job creation, skill development, and support for small businesses, with incentives for …

Union Budget 2024: Top 5 takeaways for salaried persons, job seekers
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024: Top 5 takeaways for salaried persons, job seekers

Hindustan Times  

Budget 2024: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday presented the Union Budget 2024-25 during the Monsoon Session of Parliament. Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2024-25 in Lok Sabha in New Delhi on July 23. Hike in standard deduction In the budget, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced an increase in the standard deduction for salaried employees from …

Union Budget 2024-25: No additional allocation for Chandigarh but curbs on new projects go
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024-25: No additional allocation for Chandigarh but curbs on new projects go

Hindustan Times  

The Budget allocated to Chandigarh, in the Union Budget 2024-25, presented by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday, remains the same as the interim budget of ₹6,513 crore. A senior officer of the finance department said, “Our budget remains the same but now we can spend money on the announced projects as the cap has been removed.” At ₹6,513 crore, …

The budget echoes the Developed India vision
5 months ago

The budget echoes the Developed India vision

Hindustan Times  

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has meticulously assessed India’s economic vitality. New Delhi, India - July 23, 2024: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during Post Budget Press Conference at National Media Centre, in New Delhi, India, on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Budget 2024 unveiled a comprehensive strategy built on nine foundational pillars — agriculture, employment, inclusive development, manufacturing and services, urban …

Union Budget 2024 provides blueprint for a self-reliant, developed India: U.P. CM Yogi
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024 provides blueprint for a self-reliant, developed India: U.P. CM Yogi

Hindustan Times  

Hailing the Union Budget 2024, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said the budget presented under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi will prove to be all-encompassing, all inclusive, and development-oriented, meeting the hopes, aspirations and resolutions of 140 crore Indians. UP chief minister Yogi Adityanath congratulated Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman and her team. In a media …

Union Budget evokes mixed response from Andhra’s political leaders, industry bodies
5 months ago

Union Budget evokes mixed response from Andhra’s political leaders, industry bodies

The Hindu  

The Union Budget-2024, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the Lok Sabha on July 23, has evoked mixed response from political parties, trade unions and trade bodies. ‘No clarity on funds’ CPI State secretariat member K. Lokanadham said that the Union budget had ‘once again deceived A.P.’ by failing to give clarity on the amount of funds allocated to …

'Directionless, Biased Towards Bihar, Andhra': Mamata Banerjee Slams Union Budget 2024
5 months ago

'Directionless, Biased Towards Bihar, Andhra': Mamata Banerjee Slams Union Budget 2024

ABP News  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee joined the chorus against the Union Budget 2024, calling it "directionless" and "an attempt to make NDA partners happy". Calling it "anti-people, anti-poor budget," the Trinamool Congress chief said that budget posed as just another example of how the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government "constantly deprives" West Bengal. यह जनविरोधी, गरीबविरोधी बजट है, यह …

Union Budget 2024: Here Are The Major Announcements From FM Sitharaman
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024: Here Are The Major Announcements From FM Sitharaman

ABP News  

Union Budget 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget for the fiscal year 2024-25 on Tuesday. Budget 2024 announced an increase in the deduction for Employer National Pension Scheme contributions to 14 per cent. The revised borrowing target is Rs 14.01 lakh crore, down from the Rs 14.13 lakh crore previously announced in the interim budget. The capital …

Union Budget 2024: Sector-Wise Allocation Puts Defence At The Top. Full Details Inside
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024: Sector-Wise Allocation Puts Defence At The Top. Full Details Inside

ABP News  

Budget 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2024 on Tuesday in Parliament. Defence: For FY25, the defence sector will receive an allocation of Rs 6.21 lakh crore, according to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Education: During the presentation of the Budget 2024 on Tuesday, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman declared that the central government would allocate Rs 1.48 lakh …

‘Against the people of Karnataka’: DK Shivakumar slams Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2024
5 months ago

‘Against the people of Karnataka’: DK Shivakumar slams Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2024

Hindustan Times  

The Congress government in Karnataka has expressed dissatisfaction with finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s budget presentation and said that the southern state has been ignored totally. ‘Against the people of Karnataka’: DK Shivakumar slams Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2024 Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, DK Shivakumar said, “We have high respect for the finance minister and expected funds to finish the …

How long was Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2024 speech and how does it compare to others?
5 months ago

How long was Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2024 speech and how does it compare to others?

Firstpost  

Delivering her second shortest budget speech, which lasted for about an hour and 24 minutes, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the Union Budget 2024-25 in Parliament for Modi 3.0 government. Jaswant Singh During the Atal Bihari Vajpayee-led government, Union Finance Minister Jaswant Singh delivered one of the longest budget speeches in 2003, which lasted two hours and 13 minutes. Arun …

Cheaper cancer meds and more: How Union Budget 2024 is a shot in the arm to the health sector
5 months ago

Cheaper cancer meds and more: How Union Budget 2024 is a shot in the arm to the health sector

Firstpost  

Nirmala Sitharaman’s seventh consecutive Union Budget focuses on lowering the cost of medications, especially for cancer patients. Overall, the government has allocated Rs 89,287 crore for the sector, a slight increase from Rs 88,956 crore in FY24 The government has also suggested exempting three additional cancer medications from basic customs duties, Finance Minister Sitharaman's announced on Tuesday. The government has …

Rahul Gandhi slams Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget: 'To appease...'
5 months ago

Rahul Gandhi slams Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget: 'To appease...'

Hindustan Times  

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday slammed finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget, saying it was aimed at appeasing the BJP's allies and "cronies". The Congress leader described the document as the "Kursi Bachao" Budget and alleged that it was copied from the Congress party's Lok Sabha polls manifesto. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said the employment scheme was "designed …

Budget 2024 is growth-oriented, welfare-centric, people-friendly: Annamalai
5 months ago

Budget 2024 is growth-oriented, welfare-centric, people-friendly: Annamalai

The Hindu  

The Union Budget 2024 is growth-oriented, welfare-centric and people-friendly. It strengthens the road map towards a Viksit Bharat by 2047, said BJP Tamil Nadu president K. Annamalai on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. In a social media post on X, Mr. Annamalai said Budgetary announcements, including the Transit Oriented Development Plans in 14 large cities with a population above 30 lakh, …

Budget 2024-25 CAPEX: ₹11 lakh crore allocated towards capital expenditure, 3.4% of GDP by FM Nirmala Sitharaman
5 months ago

Budget 2024-25 CAPEX: ₹11 lakh crore allocated towards capital expenditure, 3.4% of GDP by FM Nirmala Sitharaman

The Hindu  

In her seventh budget presentation, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced allocating Rs 11 lakh, 11 thousand and 111 crore towards capital expenditure. She further urged, “We will encourage states to provide support of similar scale for infrastructure development based on their priorities.” The finance minister stated that private investment in infrastructure will be promoted through Viability Gap Funding and a …

Union Budget 2024: Where does Centre spend the most money?
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024: Where does Centre spend the most money?

Hindustan Times  

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented Union Budget in Parliament of Tuesday. Union Budget 2024: Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman with the Budget tablet arrives at the Parliament to present the Union Budget 2024-25 during the Monsoon Session, in New Delhi on Tuesday. "The fiscal consolidation path announced by me in 2021 has served our economy very well, and we …

Budget 2024: Modi govt reduces fiscal deficit target to 4.9 per cent of GDP for FY25
5 months ago

Budget 2024: Modi govt reduces fiscal deficit target to 4.9 per cent of GDP for FY25

India TV News  

Union Budget 2024: In her presentation of the Union Budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a fiscal deficit target of 4.9 per cent of the gross domestic product. This marks a significant reduction from the target set in the Interim Budget presented on February 1, which pegged the fiscal deficit at 5.1 per cent …

Budget 2024: FM Nirmala Sitharaman lays out nine priorities of the Modi govt
5 months ago

Budget 2024: FM Nirmala Sitharaman lays out nine priorities of the Modi govt

Op India  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her seventh consecutive Union Budget for 2024-25, outlined key priorities aimed at fostering economic growth and creating ample opportunities. She listed productivity and resilience in agriculture, employment and skilling, inclusive human resource development and social justice, manufacturing and services, urban development, energy security, infrastructure, innovation, research and development and next-generation reforms as nine priority areas …

What Budget means for taxpayers: 10 points
5 months ago

What Budget means for taxpayers: 10 points

Hindustan Times  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday announced a major relief for the subscribers of the new income tax regime. Nirmala Sitharaman announced the government has increased the income tax standard deduction for those who opted for the new regime. "For those opting for the new tax regime, the standard deduction for salaried employees to be increased from ₹ 50,000 to …

Budget 2024: Nirmala Sitharaman announces financial aid for student loans up to ₹10 lakh
5 months ago

Budget 2024: Nirmala Sitharaman announces financial aid for student loans up to ₹10 lakh

Hindustan Times  

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that the Narendra Modi government will offer financial support for loans up to ₹10 lakh for higher education in domestic institutions. Union Budget 2024: People watch Union Budget being presented by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the Parliament on television screen at TV showroom, at Dadar, in Mumbai. Follow- Budget 2024 Live Updates "For …

9 priorities of Union Budget 2024: Energy security to next-gen reforms
5 months ago

9 priorities of Union Budget 2024: Energy security to next-gen reforms

Hindustan Times  

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday presented the Budget for 2024-25. Budget 2024: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Budget 2024-25 with 9 priorities for 'Viksit Bharat' Follow- Budget 2024 Live Updates This is the first Budget under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term in office. While presenting the Budget in the Lok Sabha, FM Nirmala Sitharaman said despite ongoing global …

Budget 2024: BIG announcement for Andhra Pradesh, Govt proposes Rs 15,000 crore to develop state capital
5 months ago

Budget 2024: BIG announcement for Andhra Pradesh, Govt proposes Rs 15,000 crore to develop state capital

India TV News  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday proposed that the government will facilitate special financial support for the development of the capital city in Andhra Pradesh. Presenting the Budget for 2024-25 in the Lok Sabha, she further said the NDA government at the Centre is fully committed to financing and early completion of Polavaram Irrigation project, which is considered as …

Union Budget 2024 India: Sitharaman Announces 5 Schemes Focusing On 4.1 Crore Youth Over Next 5 Years
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024 India: Sitharaman Announces 5 Schemes Focusing On 4.1 Crore Youth Over Next 5 Years

ABP News  

Union Budget 2024 India: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her announcement during the Budget speech revealed that the Modi 3.0 government will launch five major schemes focusing on 4.1 crore youth over the next five years, with a substantial central outlay of Rs 2 lakh crore. The Finance Minister emphasized that 20 lakh youth will receive training and skill development …

Budget 2024: Key announcements by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
5 months ago

Budget 2024: Key announcements by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

India TV News  

Budget 2024: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, presented the first budget of the Modi government 3.0, after it was re-elected to power for the third consecutive time, in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said, "As mentioned in the interim Budget, we need to focus on 4 different castes, the poor, …

Union Budget 2024: 7 key figures to gauge Indian economy's health under Sitharaman
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024: 7 key figures to gauge Indian economy's health under Sitharaman

Hindustan Times  

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2024 in Parliament today, marking her seventh consecutive budget, surpassing the late Morarji Desai's record of six. Follow- Budget 2024 Live Updates Key numbers to watch for the first full Budget of Modi 3.0 Fiscal Deficit: • The budgeted fiscal deficit for the current fiscal year is projected at 5.1%, down …

Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2024 look is a handloom saree in a blend of beige and magenta
5 months ago

Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2024 look is a handloom saree in a blend of beige and magenta

Hindustan Times  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is poised to present the Union Budget 2024-25 today, following the tabling of the Economic Survey. Let's explore Nirmala Sitharaman's saree look for the Union Budget 2024-25. Decoding Nirmala Sitharaman's saree look for Budget 2024-25 For this pivotal occasion, the Finance Minister exuded grace in an exquisite six-yard saree that perfectly blends tradition and sophistication. Nirmala …

Budget Reactions: PM Modi Says 25 Crore People Came Out Of Poverty In last Decade
5 months ago

Budget Reactions: PM Modi Says 25 Crore People Came Out Of Poverty In last Decade

ABP News  

Union Budget Reactions Highlights: The world's eyes were on Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as she tabled the first full Budget of the Modi 3.0 government. What Does The Opposition Say About Budget 2024 Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Tuesday criticised the Union Budget, labelling it a "kursi bachao budget" and alleging that it offers …

Union Budget 2024: What politicians expect - addressing unemployment and inflation issues, increasing fund assistance
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024: What politicians expect - addressing unemployment and inflation issues, increasing fund assistance

Live Mint  

Union Budget 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for 2024-2025 in Parliament today, July 23, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Minutes before the unveiling of the Union Budget, Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi told ANI, “I hope Nirmala Sitharaman ji will provide some relief from rising inflation and unemployment and the government will talk about 'Jan ki …

Union Budget 2024: 'This is Not Modi Government's Budget, But NDA's Budget,' Says Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024: 'This is Not Modi Government's Budget, But NDA's Budget,' Says Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut

ABP News  

Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut has made a noteworthy statement regarding the upcoming budget. Raut's remarks highlight the political dynamics at play, especially with the inclusion of influential leaders like Nitish Kumar and Chandrababu Naidu within the NDA alliance. The anticipation surrounding the budget is high, and Raut's comments underscore the expectations from the NDA government to deliver a budget …

Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget 2024 look: White and violet this time—a look at her sarees over the years
5 months ago

Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget 2024 look: White and violet this time—a look at her sarees over the years

Live Mint  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, known for promoting traditional Indian textiles, wore an off-white checkered handloom saree with a contrasting purple and pink-hued blouse with a violet border for the presentation of the Union Budget, which she will present later today. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will make history by presenting her seventh consecutive budget on July 23. Income Tax Budget …

Budget 2024: What Will Get Cheaper and What Will Get More Expensive? Hear from Experts | ABP News
5 months ago

Budget 2024: What Will Get Cheaper and What Will Get More Expensive? Hear from Experts | ABP News

ABP News  

Modi 3.0 First Budget: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the central budget on July 23 at 11 AM. This will be the first budget of the third term under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and Finance Minister Sitharaman's seventh consecutive budget. Sitharaman will break the record of former Prime Minister Morarji Desai, though Desai still holds the record for …

Budget 2024: How stock market has performed on Budget day in last 10 years? | Know here
5 months ago

Budget 2024: How stock market has performed on Budget day in last 10 years? | Know here

India TV News  

Budget 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget in Parliament at 11 am today. The budget has been a major trendsetter for the Indian stock market, with major volatility seen in the stock market upon its announcement. Year Nifty performance on budget day 2024 -0.13 2023 -0.2 2022 1.4 2021 4.7 2020 -2.5 2019 -1.1 …

Union Budget 2024 Highlights: Record High Capex In Budget Will Drive The Economy, Says PM Modi
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024 Highlights: Record High Capex In Budget Will Drive The Economy, Says PM Modi

ABP News  

Union Budget 2024 Highlights: Hello and welcome to ABP Live's Budget 2024 LIVE blog. Budget 2024 Live GDP Growth Rate: On Monday, the FM presented the Economic Survey ahead of the final Budget and set the focus points for the nation ahead. Union Budget 2024 Trade And Hirings: The survey projected a positive outlook for global trade in 2024 as …

Budget 2024: These five pieces you can’t miss
5 months ago

Budget 2024: These five pieces you can’t miss

Live Mint  

Mint brings you five curated pieces on the Budget. Budget: The election outcome and voter concerns can offer Sitharaman some clues Rajrishi Singhal discusses the potential impact of the recent Lok Sabha election results on the Union Budget. With the Bharatiya Janata Party losing significant ground, key considerations may include the resurgence of state-specific voting patterns, the need for increased …

Income Tax Budget Highlights: Govt proposes tax cuts, more standard deduction
5 months ago

Income Tax Budget Highlights: Govt proposes tax cuts, more standard deduction

Hindustan Times  

New Tax Regime LIVE updates: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2024-25 in Lok Sabha, in New Delhi, Tuesday, July 23, 2024. New Tax Regime Highlights: Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her seventh consecutive Budget amid expectations from the middle class for relief at the tax front. Moreover, the efficiency of tax collection has improved over …

Budget 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces comprehensive tourism development plan
5 months ago

Budget 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces comprehensive tourism development plan

India TV News  

Today, July 23, at the parliament, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the Union Budget 2024. The Vishnupad Temple and Mahabodhi Temple corridors are set to be transformed, with comprehensive development plans underway for Rajgir. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman says "Tourism has always been a part of our civilisation. Sitharaman said that the Vishnupad Temple and Mahabodhi Temple corridors are …

Union Cabinet headed by PM Modi approves Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget
5 months ago

Union Cabinet headed by PM Modi approves Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget

India TV News  

Union Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday approved the Union Budget ahead of its presentation by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Following this, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her seventh budget in the Lok Sabha. On Monday, Prime Minister said the Economic Survey highlighted the prevailing strengths of the economy and identifies areas for further growth and …

Budget speech more focused on posturing than action: Congress
5 months ago

Budget speech more focused on posturing than action: Congress

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Congress on Tuesday claimed that the government seems to have finally come around to "tacitly admitting that mass unemployment is a national crisis" that requires urgent attention, as it slammed Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's budget speech as being "more focused on posturing than action". Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said, "After ten years of denial …

Union Budget 2024: Read Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's full speech
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024: Read Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's full speech

India Today  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the first budget of the Narendra Modi government’s third term on Tuesday in Parliament. Budget Priorities Productivity and resilience in Agriculture Employment & Skilling Inclusive Human Resource Development and Social Justice Manufacturing & Services Urban Development Energy Security Infrastructure Innovation, Research & Development and Next Generation Reforms Subsequent budgets will build on these, and …

Nitish hails Union Budget, says special care taken to address Bihar's needs
5 months ago

Nitish hails Union Budget, says special care taken to address Bihar's needs

New Indian Express  

PATNA: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday said that the Union Budget for the year 2024-25 was positive and commendable and also extended special thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for taking special care of the state’s needs in the budget. Talking to media persons, Nitish said, “The announcements made for Bihar in …

Budget Session of new Lok Sabha term begins today
5 months ago

Budget Session of new Lok Sabha term begins today

The Hindu  

The first day of the first Budget session of the 18th Lok Sabha kicked off in Parliament today. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for 2024-2025 on July 23; this will be the NDA government’s first Budget after winning the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, and Ms. Sitharaman’s seventh Budget presentation. Lok Sabha Soon after the Lok Sabha …

Budget 2024: Date, key timings and what to expect from budget speech
5 months ago

Budget 2024: Date, key timings and what to expect from budget speech

India Today  

The Monsoon session began on Monday, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman set to present the Union Budget for 2024-25 on July 23, 2024. This will mark her seventh consecutive Budget presentation, surpassing the record of former Prime Minister Morarji Desai, who delivered five consecutive full Budgets and one interim Budget from 1959 to 1964. The Budget 2024 presentation can be …

Sitharaman to present Budget 2024: Understanding the Budget, its impact on India's economy
5 months ago

Sitharaman to present Budget 2024: Understanding the Budget, its impact on India's economy

India TV News  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2024–25 on Tuesday, marking the first budget of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third successive government. By adjusting tax policies and government spending, the budget can incentivize business investments, boost economic activity, and address public needs such as education and healthcare. The presentation of the Union Budget 2024–25 will be a critical …

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