Govt to bring framework to unlock potential marine sector with focus on Andaman and Lakshadweep: FM Sitharaman
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Govt to bring framework to unlock potential marine sector with focus on Andaman and Lakshadweep: FM Sitharaman

The Hindu  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday stressed on unlocking the potential of India's marine sector and said that the government will bring a framework for sustainable harnessing of fisheries with a special focus on Andaman and Lakshadweep zones. To unlock the untapped potential of the marine sector, our government will bring in an enabling framework for the sustainable harnessing of fisheries from the Indian inclusive economic zone and high seas with a special focus on the Andaman and Nicobar and Lakshadweep islands," she said. The Finance Minister also mentioned that the government will establish a Makhana Board in Bihar to benefit farmers in the area. "A national mission on high-yielding seeds will be launched aimed at strengthening research ecosystem, targeted development and propagation of seeds with high yield and commercial via the availability of more than 100 seeds varieties released since July 2024," Ms. Sitharaman added.

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How Union Budget gives nod to makhana’s soft power
1 month, 3 weeks ago

How Union Budget gives nod to makhana’s soft power

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A ‘Makhana Board’ will be set up in Bihar, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in her Budget speech on Saturday. Known as fox nut in English, the edible seed of the prickly water lily has gained popularity worldwide due to its high nutritional value The humble makhana has come to the spotlight since Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced …

Poll-bound Bihar gets several benefits in NDA's Budget
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Poll-bound Bihar gets several benefits in NDA's Budget

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: NDA-ruled Bihar, where Assembly elections are due to be held by the end of year, got special attention from finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday as she stepped out to present the Union Budget 2025-26 draped in a Madhubani art sari. Ms Sitharaman announced financial support for the Western Kosi canal project in the Mithilanchal region of Bihar, …

Budget: How 'Makhana politics' could impact poll battle in 2 key Bihar regions
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Budget: How 'Makhana politics' could impact poll battle in 2 key Bihar regions

India Today  

It was an election year bonanza for Bihar as Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made a spree of announcements for the eastern state in the Budget - from setting up a Makhana Board to building greenfield airports. Among the announcements, the proposal to set up a Makhana Board is expected to have an electoral impact on at least 30 per cent …

Union Budget 2025: Bihar takes centre stage, which state got what?
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Union Budget 2025: Bihar takes centre stage, which state got what?

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Bihar receives significant attention in Nirmala Sitharaman’s 8th Union Budget, the second in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third term, with substantial investments in agriculture, infrastructure, education, and regional connectivity Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made a number of announcements for different states, including Bihar, which is set to go to the polls later this year. Among the key initiatives for …

Budget 2025: Fisheries stocks Mukka Proteins, Avanti Feeds, Apex Frozen surge up to 12% positive on budget announcements
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Budget 2025: Fisheries stocks Mukka Proteins, Avanti Feeds, Apex Frozen surge up to 12% positive on budget announcements

Live Mint  

Budget 2025: Shares of fisheries stocks surged despite the overall weakness in the broader market on Saturday, February 1. This positive momentum came after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made significant announcements aimed at boosting the fisheries sector in the Union Budget. Key Budget Announcements for the Fisheries Sector Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlined a comprehensive framework for the sustainable harnessing …

Leaders hail as FM makes slew of announcements for Bihar on election year
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Leaders hail as FM makes slew of announcements for Bihar on election year

Firstpost  

Presenting the Budget in the Lok Sabha, the finance minister also announced that the Centre will set up a National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Management in Bihar, besides facilitating greenfield airports in the state to meet future needs India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Bihar remained in focus in the Union Budget 2025-26 with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on …

Bihar gets Makhana board, airports, food institute and canal project in Union Budget 2025
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Bihar gets Makhana board, airports, food institute and canal project in Union Budget 2025

The Hindu  

Bihar featured prominently in Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget speech on Saturday as she announced a slew of schemes for the state. Apart from these, greenfield airports will be added in addition to expansion of Patna airport and the West Kosi canal project in Mithilanchal were also announced. Western Kosi canal project in Mithilanchal will be given financial support that …

Union Budget 2025: Govt to unlock potential of marine sector with focus on Andaman, Lakshadweep
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Union Budget 2025: Govt to unlock potential of marine sector with focus on Andaman, Lakshadweep

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday stressed on unlocking the potential of India's marine sector and said that the government will bring a framework for sustainable harnessing of fisheries with a special focus on Andaman and Lakshadweep zones. To unlock the untapped potential of the marine sector, our government will bring in an enabling framework for the …

Union Budget 2025: What’s in for poll-bound Bihar in Sitharaman’s budget plan
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Union Budget 2025: What’s in for poll-bound Bihar in Sitharaman’s budget plan

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Finance Minister Niramala Sitharaman introduced several initiatives for poll-bound Bihar as a part of the 2025-2025 Union Budget Finance Minister Niramala Sitharaman introduced several initiatives for poll-bound Bihar as she presented the 2025-2025 Union Budget. The initiatives introduced in the budget include the establishment of a Makhana Board, National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and management, greenfield airports, etc. From …

Budget 2025: New Makhana Board and Food Institute to be opened in Bihar, says FM Sitharaman
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Budget 2025: New Makhana Board and Food Institute to be opened in Bihar, says FM Sitharaman

The Hindu  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced on Saturday that a special Makhana Board will be set up in Bihar. Union Budget 2025 LIVE updates: Bihar gets three schemes in Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget Makhana board and Food institute in Bihar: FM “The people involved in this will be categorised as Follow-On Public Offer and the Board will provide hand-holding and training …

Budget 2025: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces Makhana Board in Bihar
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Budget 2025: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces Makhana Board in Bihar

Live Mint  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday presented a record eighth consecutive budget and announced the setting up of Makhana Board in Bihar. Presenting the Budget 2025-26, Sitharaman outlined key priorities to accelerate economic growth, ensure inclusive development, support industries, and enhance household sentiment. Secure inclusive development c. Invigorate society and industry d. Uplift household sentiment and e. Enhance spending on …

Budget 2025-26: Sitharaman announces Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojna, 1.7 crore farmers to be covered
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Budget 2025-26: Sitharaman announces Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojna, 1.7 crore farmers to be covered

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Budget 2025-26: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced ‘Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojna’ for farmers that’s expected to cover around 1.7 crore farmers in 100 districts Representational Image In the Union Budget 2025-26, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced ‘Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojna’ for farmers. The scheme would be run in partnership with states in 100 districts with low …

From no Income Tax till Rs 12 lakh to Bihar Makhana Board, take a sneak peek into Budget 2025 through graphics
1 month, 4 weeks ago

From no Income Tax till Rs 12 lakh to Bihar Makhana Board, take a sneak peek into Budget 2025 through graphics

India TV News  

Image Source : PIB INDIA 1/15 Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman exempted annual income of up to Rs 12 lakh from income tax and rejigged tax slabs as part of her reformist Budget. Image Source : PIB INDIA 5/15 Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed to fully exempt customs duty on 36 drugs used in the treatment of cancer, rare diseases and …

PM Kisan Sampada Yojana: 38 lakh farmers benefited says FM Sitharaman while Presenting Interim Budget
1 year, 1 month ago

PM Kisan Sampada Yojana: 38 lakh farmers benefited says FM Sitharaman while Presenting Interim Budget

The Hindu  

Enumerating the benefits of the agriculture schemes implemented by the Modi government in her interim budget speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday, touted that the PM Kisan SAMPADA Yojana has benefited 38 lakh farmers and assisted 2.4 lakh self-help groups. Lauding the establishment of a separate fisheries department, the Minister informed the Parliament that the PM Matsya Sampada yojana …

States should take advantage of Agriculture Infrastructure Fund: Narendra Tomar
3 years, 6 months ago

States should take advantage of Agriculture Infrastructure Fund: Narendra Tomar

India TV News  

Union Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar on Tuesday said that the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund is set up to drive infra investments and will facilitate and drive speedy sanctions through a user-friendly online portal. In his address on the 2nd day of the Chief Ministers' conference on initiatives and schemes of his Ministry, he urged the states to …

Budget 2021: Infra push, extra income for coastal communities in poll-bound TN
4 years, 1 month ago

Budget 2021: Infra push, extra income for coastal communities in poll-bound TN

Hindustan Times  

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s budget saw an allocation for several new projects in four poll-bound states including Tamil Nadu. Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2021-22 in Lok Sabha in New Delhi on Monday. The budget has allotted ₹1.03 lakh crore for 3,500 km of national highway works across the state for which the construction will begin …

PM to unveil fisheries scheme, projects for Bihar farmers today
4 years, 6 months ago

PM to unveil fisheries scheme, projects for Bihar farmers today

Live Mint  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will preside over the digital launch of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana on Thursday. “The prime minister will launch the e-Gopala App, a comprehensive breed improvement marketplace and information portal for the direct use of farmers. Several other initiatives in the fisheries and animal husbandry sectors in Bihar will also be launched by the prime …

Cabinet approves scheme to develop fisheries sector
4 years, 10 months ago

Cabinet approves scheme to develop fisheries sector

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI: The cabinet, headed by prime minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday gave post facto approval to implement the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana to bring about blue revolution through sustainable and responsible development of fisheries. The scheme will be implemented during FY 2020-21 to FY 2024-25 and comprises two components -- Central Sector Scheme and Centrally The PMMSY was …

11 steps taken by FM Nirmala Sitharaman for the agrarian economy
4 years, 10 months ago

11 steps taken by FM Nirmala Sitharaman for the agrarian economy

Business Standard  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today announced a third set of stimulus measures, aiming to "put money into the hands of farmers" with plans to help agriculture infrastructure, dairy, fisheries, food processing and animal husbandry Well, the first eight measures were related to strengthening infrastructure, capacities, logistics 1. Fist one deals with farm-gate infrastructure, cold chains, etc Rs 1 trillion will …

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