Budget 2023: Balanced and prudent budget with no negative surprises
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget 2023: Balanced and prudent budget with no negative surprises

Firstpost  

Overall, there are multiple positives across segments to be taken away from the Budget and it goes a long way to improve India’s macro-economic picture from a growth and fiscal discipline perspective The Union Budget 2023 announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is a balanced budget with no negative surprises, prudently maintaining a fiscal deficit target at 5.9 percent while delivering a Rs 10 lakh crores capex and rationalising personal income tax. It should help further improve India’s prospects of continuing to be outshining with strong GDP growth numbers with 10.5 percent FY24 nominal GDP estimates set out. A strong message on fiscal deficit Along with this, a fiscal deficit target of 5.9 percent for FY24 while retaining 6.4 percent for FY23 is a strong message from a fiscal perspective. Overall, there are multiple positives across segments to be taken away from the Budget and it goes a long way to improve India’s macro-economic picture from a growth and fiscal discipline perspective.

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India’s GDP growth shocker: Bad news can be good too
2 weeks, 6 days ago

India’s GDP growth shocker: Bad news can be good too

Live Mint  

India’s growth in gross domestic product of 5.4% in the three months ended 30 September, or the second quarter of 2024-25, was a shocker. It’s the lowest level seen since the third quarter of 2022-23 and a sharp drop from 8.1% growth in the same period last year and also from 6.7% in the first quarter of 2024-25. Given the …

‘Indian Rupee could face further depreciation…’: RBI’s new challenge of a strengthening US dollar — expert advice
1 month, 1 week ago

‘Indian Rupee could face further depreciation…’: RBI’s new challenge of a strengthening US dollar — expert advice

Live Mint  

Q2 results have nearly come to an end. The Nifty50’s PAT was forecasted to grow by 8.4% YoY, but the current actual growth is around 6.6%, with three company results to be released as on 13th Nov. Revenue growth was modest at 2.8% YoY, falling short of the 4.2% forecast and significantly lower than the 7.6% YoY growth observed in …

India Economic Outlook: Deloitte Predicts Strong Growth at 7%-7.2% for FY25
4 months, 2 weeks ago

India Economic Outlook: Deloitte Predicts Strong Growth at 7%-7.2% for FY25

The Hindu  

Deloitte’s India Economic Outlook for August 2024 predicts strong economic growth between 7.0% and 7.2% in FY25, driven by robust economic fundamentals, surpassing the Economic Survey’s prediction, but aligning with the Reserve Bank of India’s outlook. Government initiatives in the Union Budget 2024-25 were expected to boost agriculture productivity, create jobs, and improve MSMEs’ access to finance, thereby enhancing consumer …

India Ratings jacks up growth forecast to 7.5% this fiscal
4 months, 3 weeks ago

India Ratings jacks up growth forecast to 7.5% this fiscal

New Indian Express  

Citing the ongoing growth momentum led by government capex, deleveraged balance sheets of corporate robust quality banks’ assets, and a likely revival in private corporate capex, India Ratings has upped its growth forecast for the current fiscal to 7.5 percent—the highest among all analysts and 30 bps over the Reserve Bank estimate. Pegging higher growth at 7.5 percent for this …

Budget 2024: Prioritising inclusivity and fiscal prudence
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Budget 2024: Prioritising inclusivity and fiscal prudence

The Hindu  

There was a lot of anticipation before this Budget. As the first major public policy announcement of the new government, it was expected that the Budget would lay down a plan of action for the following five years of the government’s approach towards the larger national vision of Viksit Bharat@2047. With the nine priority areas that followed, she articulated the …

Budget 2024 addresses India's immediate and long-term needs, says Tata Capital CEO
5 months ago

Budget 2024 addresses India's immediate and long-term needs, says Tata Capital CEO

Live Mint  

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented another balanced budget on Tuesday, one that addressed both the immediate and long-term needs of the country. Higher tax collections – gross tax collections rose 19.5% year-on-year – have give the FM room to allocate funds to numerous schemes that will benefit the poor. Providing free electricity to one crore households under PM Surya Ghar …

Budget 2024: A message of fiscal stability, growth continuity
5 months ago

Budget 2024: A message of fiscal stability, growth continuity

The Hindu  

The FY25 Union Budget has sent out a strong message under the new administration — there remains an unequivocal focus on stability and continuity amidst a new chiselled focus on providing growth a more inclusive character in India. The fiscal deficit, at 5.6% of GDP in FY24, still high compared to pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels, provided the needed growth impetus via …

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 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 …

Government cuts borrowing target to ₹14.01 lakh crore for 2024-25
5 months ago

Government cuts borrowing target to ₹14.01 lakh crore for 2024-25

Hindustan Times  

The government has lowered its borrowings estimate for the current financial year to 14.01 lakh crore as there is an improvement in tax collection. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman showcases a red pouch carrying the Budget documents, outside the Finance Ministry in North Block The government has to borrow by issuing dated securities to meet its fiscal deficit target. The …

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 …

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 …

India's budget highlights job creation, rural growth
5 months ago

India's budget highlights job creation, rural growth

China Daily  

This file photo shows Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing the media to stake claim to form the new government at the Presidential Palace in New Delhi, India on June 7. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's newly formed government unveiled an annual budget on Tuesday to the Indian Parliament with a proposal to significantly increase spending for job creation and …

Budget 2024 Highlights: FM disappoints investors, rewards (some) taxpayers
5 months ago

Budget 2024 Highlights: FM disappoints investors, rewards (some) taxpayers

Hindustan Times  

July 23, 2024 9:02 PM IST Budget 2024 LIVE Updates: Supriya Paul, CEO & Co- Founder, Josh Talks, said, “The Union Budget 2024-25 represents a significant stride towards Bharat's development. The allocation of ₹1.48 lakh crore towards education, employment, and skills development is a substantial investment. By enhancing the quality of education and training, we are equipping our youth with …

Urging stability and pragmatism
5 months ago

Urging stability and pragmatism

Hindustan Times  

The 2023-24 Economic Survey comes in a very different political backdrop for the current government. After all, the BJP couldn’t win a majority in the Lok Sabha on its own — despite the Indian economy continuing to be a rare sweet spot of high growth, moderate inflation and macroeconomic stability among major economies. It correctly flags the fact that the …

Economic Survey 2023-24: ‘Focus on macro stability ensured minimal impact from external challenges’
5 months ago

Economic Survey 2023-24: ‘Focus on macro stability ensured minimal impact from external challenges’

The Hindu  

As per the latest Economic Survey tabled in Parliament on July 22, India’s focus on maintaining macroeconomic stability ensured external challenges had “minimal impact” on the economy. Read the full Economic Survey 2023-24 The survey goes on to state that growth prospects for the ongoing financial year “look good”, subject to geopolitical, financial market and climate risks. The outlook had …

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 …

Chennai Corporation Budget 2024 | Fiscal deficit at lowest in five years, revenue receipts up
10 months ago

Chennai Corporation Budget 2024 | Fiscal deficit at lowest in five years, revenue receipts up

The Hindu  

The Greater Chennai Corporation presented its budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, with the lowest deficit in five years. According to the Budget estimate documents from FY2020-21 until now, net deficit was at its lowest in FY 2024-25 compared to the past five years. Although revenue receipts are at their highest now over the past five years at ₹4,464.60 crore, …

Delhi budget: Special focus on development of roads in rural pockets
10 months, 1 week ago

Delhi budget: Special focus on development of roads in rural pockets

The Hindu  

The AAP government's budget will have special focus on development of roads in rural pockets of the national capital, according to sources in the government. In its budget, the government is likely to propose a project for redevelopment of around 1,000 km of roads in villages for which a four-fold increase in allocation to the development department is expected, the …

The budget does well on both the big Cs: Capex and consolidation
10 months, 2 weeks ago

The budget does well on both the big Cs: Capex and consolidation

Live Mint  

Emphasis on the two big Cs—Capex and Consolidation—was the hallmark of India’s interim budget for 2024-25. The government’s concerted focus on capex-led growth has kept the economy in good stead, aiding its emergence as the fastest-growing major economy in the world for three consecutive years by logging 7%-plus real gross domestic product growth. The budget ticked all the boxes on …

Interim Budget 2024 — in campaign mode
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Interim Budget 2024 — in campaign mode

The Hindu  

Well before Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman rose to present the Interim Budget for 2024-25, there were indications as to what its focus would be. That has been true of this year’s Interim Budget as well, which focused on all the “welfare” schemes, in areas varying from housing to food, which have been largely attributed to the Prime Minister. For example, …

Budget 2024: It’s tax buoyancy that shrank the deficit
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2024: It’s tax buoyancy that shrank the deficit

Live Mint  

A quick glance at the fiscal arithmetic reveals that there is no severe fiscal austerity proposed in the budget. Given nominal GDP growth of 10.5% and aggregate tax revenue growth of 11.5%, the government has met its fiscal deficit target through tax buoyancy, and not through severe public expenditure reduction. As against a 2023-24 Budget Estimate of ₹61,000 crore, the …

How FM struck a fiscal chord: Story of Budget in nine charts
10 months, 3 weeks ago

How FM struck a fiscal chord: Story of Budget in nine charts

Live Mint  

The general elections are around the corner but finance minister Niramala Sitharaman, unlike her predecessor Piyush Goyal in 2019, chose fiscal prudence over any big-bang policy announcements meant to woo the voters. Robust tax collections have given the government room to extend the free foodgrain programme, hike LPG subsidy, and increase the allocation for the rural jobs scheme, all of …

2024 Interim Budget | Net zero gain for job guarantee scheme
10 months, 3 weeks ago

2024 Interim Budget | Net zero gain for job guarantee scheme

The Hindu  

With allocation of ₹86,000 crore for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme, the budget for the scheme for the financial year 2024-25 has been hiked by ₹26,000 crore in comparison to the 2023-24 Budget estimates, though it is the same as the revised estimates for the ongoing financial year. In the 2023 Budget, only ₹60,000 crore was allocated …

Budget 2024: PM Modi says this Budget will empower women, youth, farmers and poor
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2024: PM Modi says this Budget will empower women, youth, farmers and poor

India TV News  

Applauding the 'progressive budget' presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the interim Budget has given the guarantee of a Vikishit Bharat by 2047. PM Modi said that this interim budget is inclusive and innovative and has confidence of continuity. PM Modi said, adding, "This interim budget is inclusive and innovative. Meeting the needs …

Budget may focus on welfare, infra, adhere to fisc glide path
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget may focus on welfare, infra, adhere to fisc glide path

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi India will meet its fiscal deficit target of 5.9% of GDP in 2023-24, and largely adhere to the envisaged glide path to bring it below 4.5% by 2025-26 on the back of robust GDP growth, buoyant tax collections, and better targeting of expenditure, officials familiar with the matter said, adding that public spending on welfare schemes and infrastructure …

How the budget can influence Indian equity markets
10 months, 3 weeks ago

How the budget can influence Indian equity markets

Live Mint  

Indian equity markets have surely come of age in the last few years with the market cap of BSE crossing $4.4 trillion. How union budget can directly influence capital markets One issue Budget 2024-25 must address is the cascading effect of dividend taxation. There are certainly direct tweaks that the Budget 2024-25 can make to facilitate greater participation in equity …

Interim Budget 2024: 4 challenges that government needs to address
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Interim Budget 2024: 4 challenges that government needs to address

India Today  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present the Interim Budget 2024-25 at a time when India's economy is expected to remain one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. An economic review report released by the government said India is poised to register strong growth in FY25, but also outlined several challenges that Nirmala Stiahraman may address in …

Budget 2024: Can India become a $7 trillion economy by 2030?
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2024: Can India become a $7 trillion economy by 2030?

India Today  

A recent review report released by the government has estimated India's potential economic trajectory, aiming to hit the $7 trillion mark by 2030, ahead of the upcoming Interim Budget 2024-25. "India's unwavering commitment to ensuring steady economic growth is generating resources for investment needed for climate change adaptation, building resilience, and mitigating emissions,' the Finance Ministry report said. The report …

Credibility has been a highlight of India’s budgets
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Credibility has been a highlight of India’s budgets

Live Mint  

As per indications, this is likely to be an interim budget, though there is no constitutional provision to present an interim budget before a general election. Even as the interim budget may be devoid of policy announcements, it is important to look at the budget from the lens of what the government would want to achieve from a fiscal policy …

Budget 2024: Government likely to maintain momentum on increasing capital expenditure
11 months ago

Budget 2024: Government likely to maintain momentum on increasing capital expenditure

India TV News  

The government is expected to maintain its focus on increasing capital expenditure in the upcoming budget, particularly in the infrastructure sector, to stimulate economic growth amid subdued private investment. Since the post-COVID period, the budget has consistently emphasised capital expenditure, leading to over 7 per cent growth in the last three years, making India the fastest-growing large economy globally. In …

Budget deficit in MGNREGS an indicator of the deepening rural distress: Jairam Ramesh
1 year, 2 months ago

Budget deficit in MGNREGS an indicator of the deepening rural distress: Jairam Ramesh

The Hindu  

The fact that the budget for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme has been exhausted within six months of the ongoing financial year indicates the “deepening rural distress” and “rising inequality” across the country, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh has said. A total of ₹60,000 crore was sanctioned for the scheme for 2023-24, which was 18% lower than …

’Indian equities to benefit from macro backdrop, Nifty EPS to grow 18% in FY24’
1 year, 4 months ago

’Indian equities to benefit from macro backdrop, Nifty EPS to grow 18% in FY24’

Live Mint  

India’s financial market assets including equities, private markets, bond yields, are expected to benefit structurally from a favourable macroeconomic backdrop over the next few years. According to a report by Standard Chartered, India’s corporate profit cycle remains the strongest since the 2004-08 cycle as the benchmark Nifty index EPS grew at an average 20 per cent between FY21 and FY23 …

Focusing on roadmap to make India a $5 trillion economy: Govt
1 year, 4 months ago

Focusing on roadmap to make India a $5 trillion economy: Govt

Live Mint  

New Delhi: The government’s roadmap to makinge India a $5 trillion economy comprises measures like focussing on inclusive growth, promoting digital economy, fintech, technology-enabled development, energy transition and climate action, and relying on a virtuous cycle of investment and growth, minister of state for fnance Pankaj Chaudhary said on Tuesday. Responding to an unstarred question in the Rajya Sabha, Chaudhary …

Indian economy witnesses significant surge in gross fixed capital formation: Pankaj Chaudhary
1 year, 4 months ago

Indian economy witnesses significant surge in gross fixed capital formation: Pankaj Chaudhary

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Gross Fixed Capital Formation in India, an essential measure of investment in the economy, has seen significant growth from ₹32.78 lakh crore in fiscal 2014-15 to ₹54.35 lakh crore in fiscal 2022-23, according to a written response from Pankaj Chaudhary, the Union Minister of State for Finance, in the Lok Sabha. The ministry noted an upward trajectory of …

FY23 GDP growth hits 7.2% after a strong Q4
1 year, 6 months ago

FY23 GDP growth hits 7.2% after a strong Q4

Hindustan Times  

The Indian economy grew at 7.2% in the fiscal year 2022-23, positively surprising most analysts and exceeding the government’s own projection of 7% GDP growth. GDP growth in the quarter ending March 2023 was 6.1%, which is a full percentage point higher than the median forecast of 5.1% by a Bloomberg poll of economists. While goods and services exports grew …

India Q4 GDP LIVE: GDP Grew By 6.1% In Jan-Mar Quarter; FY23 GDP Stands At 7.2%
1 year, 6 months ago

India Q4 GDP LIVE: GDP Grew By 6.1% In Jan-Mar Quarter; FY23 GDP Stands At 7.2%

News 18  

India GDP Q4 Growth LIVE Updates: The National Statistical Office has released the gross domestic product growth rate for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2022-23, along with the growth rate clocked during the entire FY23. The country’s gross domestic product or GDP grew by 6.1 percent in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2022-23, as per the official data. …

RBI's Annual Report: India's Growth Momentum Likely To Be Sustained In 2023-24
1 year, 6 months ago

RBI's Annual Report: India's Growth Momentum Likely To Be Sustained In 2023-24

ABP News  

The Reserve Bank of India's annual report on Tuesday said that India's growth momentum is likely to be sustained in 2023-24 in an atmosphere of easing inflationary pressures on the back of sound macroeconomic policies and softer commodity prices. The annual report, a statutory report of its Central Board of Directors, said, "On the back of sound macroeconomic policies, softer …

Indian Economy Expected To Grow 6.7% In 2024, Country Remains A Bright Spot: UN
1 year, 7 months ago

Indian Economy Expected To Grow 6.7% In 2024, Country Remains A Bright Spot: UN

News 18  

India’s economy is expected to grow by 6.7 per cent in the calendar year 2024, supported by resilient domestic demand, according to a UN report which said higher interest rates and weaker external demand will continue to weigh on investment and exports this year for the country. The World Economic Situation and Prospects as of mid-2023 released on Tuesday said …

India likely to have stable debt-to-GDP ratio going forward, says IMF official
1 year, 8 months ago

India likely to have stable debt-to-GDP ratio going forward, says IMF official

Deccan Chronicle  

WASHINGTON: India is expected to have a stable debt-to-GDP ratio going forward, a senior official from the International Monetary Fund said on Wednesday and recommended rationalization and simplification of Goods and Services Tax. According to Paolo Mauro, Deputy Director of the IMF Fiscal Affairs Department, there will be a gradual resumption of the rise in the global public debt-to-GDP ratio …

Delhi budget 2023-24: 10 things to know
1 year, 9 months ago

Delhi budget 2023-24: 10 things to know

Live Mint  

The finance minister of Delhi, Kailash Gahlot, presented the Delhi budget in the Delhi assembly on Wednesday, a day after it was initially supposed to be tabled in the Assembly. “Delhi will treat 890 million gallons of sewage a day by March 2024, a massive increase over 373 MGD in 2015,” said finance minister Kailash Gahlot. A 6-point action plan …

Delhi govt presents ₹78,800 crore budget for 2023-24 after a day’s delay
1 year, 9 months ago

Delhi govt presents ₹78,800 crore budget for 2023-24 after a day’s delay

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi government on Wednesday presented ₹78,800 crore budget estimates for the financial year 2023-24 in the legislative assembly, with focus on enhancing the national Capital’s infrastructure, sanitation, transportation facilities besides the usual focus on health and education. Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal and finance minister Kailash Gahlot arrive for the budget presentation at the legislative assembly on Wednesday. The …

India to buck global slowdown, maintain pace of expansion: RBI officials
1 year, 9 months ago

India to buck global slowdown, maintain pace of expansion: RBI officials

The Hindu  

Even as the global economy is set to slow down or even enter a recession in 2023 as financial markets worldwide face heightened uncertainty, the Indian economy is steadily gathering momentum, Reserve Bank of India officials headed by deputy governor Michael D. Patra wrote in an article in the March RBI Bulletin. “Unlike the global economy, India would not slow …

Delhi budget 2023 to be presented tomorrow
1 year, 9 months ago

Delhi budget 2023 to be presented tomorrow

Hindustan Times  

Delhi finance minister Kailash Gahlot will present the budget in Delhi assembly on Wednesday. “Tomorrow, I shall present the @ArvindKejriwal Govt’s Budget for FY 2023-24 & my 1st as Delhi’s Finance Minister. Earlier in the day, the Ministry of Home Affairs approved the Delhi government's budget, day after saying it had asked the Arvind Kejriwal government to resubmit it over …

Jharkhand govt tables ₹1.16 lakh crore budget for FY'24 in assembly
1 year, 9 months ago

Jharkhand govt tables ₹1.16 lakh crore budget for FY'24 in assembly

The Hindu  

The Jharkhand government on Friday tabled a ₹1.16 lakh crore budget for the 2023-24 fiscal in the assembly. "I lay on the table of the House a budget of ₹1,16,418 crore for the financial year 2023-24," Finance Minister Rameshwar Oraon said in the House. In the year 2022-23, the growth rate of our state is estimated to be 7.8% in …

MP govt’s ₹3.14 lakh crore budget focuses on women, tribals and religion
1 year, 9 months ago

MP govt’s ₹3.14 lakh crore budget focuses on women, tribals and religion

Hindustan Times  

Madhya Pradesh finance minister Jagdish Deoda presented a revenue surplus budget of over ₹3.14 lakh crore on Wednesday in the state assembly ahead of the December polls. Madhya Pradesh finance minister Jagdish Deoda presented the state budget today With a special focus on women, tribals and religion, Deoda announced schemes for giving scooty and skill upgradation stipends to girl students, …

Haryana CM presents ₹1,83,950 crore budget for 2023-24, up 11.6%; no new tax imposed
1 year, 10 months ago

Haryana CM presents ₹1,83,950 crore budget for 2023-24, up 11.6%; no new tax imposed

The Hindu  

Haryana government on Thursday presented a tax-free state budget for the 2023-24 financial year with an outlay of ₹1,83,950 crore, an increase of 11.6% in comparison to the previous year. The budget proposes an expenditure of ₹57,879 crore on capital asset creation representing 31.5% and ₹1,26,071 crore on revenue expenditure representing 68.5%. “In budget estimate 2023-24, I have projected revenue …

India needs a Budget for its young
1 year, 10 months ago

India needs a Budget for its young

The Hindu  

The world is indeed looking up to the Indian economy as a ‘bright star’, as the Finance Minister noted in the Budget speech on February 1. In contrast to capital expenditures, subsidies and social sector spending are considered ‘wasteful’ and, therefore, it is believed, a cut on their outlays will not hurt economic growth. Unwarranted fears about fiscal deficit Inflated …

Parsa Venkateshwar Rao Jr | Slow economic growth a major challenge for govt
1 year, 10 months ago

Parsa Venkateshwar Rao Jr | Slow economic growth a major challenge for govt

Deccan Chronicle  

The economic indicators listed in the monetary policy statement of the Reserve Bank of India, raising the repo rate to 6.5 per cent from 6.25 per cent on February 8, is sobering after the high rhetoric used by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her Budget speech on February 1. The revenue buoyancy of the government, especially from the Goods and …

'...still India is fastest-growing major economy'- FM Nirmala Sitharaman's reply to Budget 2023 debate in LS
1 year, 10 months ago

'...still India is fastest-growing major economy'- FM Nirmala Sitharaman's reply to Budget 2023 debate in LS

India TV News  

Parliament Budget Session: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday hailed the government's economic policies during the reply to the Budget 2023 debate in Lok Sabha. "If I can put in a few words the essence of budget 2023-24- it balances the requirement for India's development imperatives within the limits of fiscal prudence," said Sitharaman. Sitharaman said the new tax regime …

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