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NITI Vice Chairman Suman Bery calls budget bold and radical

In an exclusive interview with ANI, Suman K. Bery, Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog, described the Union Budget as bold and radical, emphasizing three main areas of focus: improving livelihoods, redefining the relationship with the private sector, and committing to inclusive growth.

Sensex, Nifty end lower amidst continued post-budget profit-booking

Indian markets experienced a decline on Thursday, following the government’s proposal to increase the capital gains tax and hike the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) for futures and options (F&O) transactions in the Union Budget.

Chidambaram criticizes union budget 2024-25, emphasizes unemployment crisis in Rajya Sabha

During the discussions on the Union Budget 202425 in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday, Congress leader and former finance minister, P. Chidambaram, highlighted four significant challenges facing the economy, with unemployment being the foremost issue.

2 children among 3 injured after under construction building wall collapses in Dharavi

At least three people, including two children, were injured after a part of the wall of an under-construction building collapsed in the Dharavi area of Mumbai on July 22.

SC: Party Whose Right To File Written Statement Is Forfeited Cannot Introduce Its Case Indirectly Through Evidence

The Supreme Court in the case Kaushik Narsinhbhai Patel & Ors. Versus M/s. S.J.R. Prime Corporation Private Limited & Ors. observed and has held that a party whose right to file a written statement in a case has been forfeited cannot introduce his case indirectly through evidence or written submission.

Sitharaman allocates Rs 1.52 lakh crore for agriculture, allied sectors in Union Budget

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman allocated Rs 1.52 lakh crore to the agriculture and allied sectors while presenting the Union Budget for the fiscal year 2024-25 in Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

'Vatsalya', a pension scheme for minors

A new pension scheme named ‘Vatsalya’ has been proposed for minors by Union Minister for Finance Nirmala Sitharaman in the Union Budget 2024-25 which was presented in the Parliament.

UNION BUDGET 2024-25 FOCUSES ON JOBS, MSMES, AGRICULTURE SECTOR AND STARTUPS

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlined a robust plan focusing on jobs, MSME, agriculture sector, startups, and economic growth amid global uncertainties while presenting Union Budget 2024-25 on Tuesday.

Maharashtra: Rain lashes parts of Mumbai

The police, in its advisory, said that residents should leave their homes only if necessary and take precautions. In case of any emergency, number 100 has also been issued.

'BIGG BOSS OTT 3' RESPONSES AFTER SHIV SENA MLA FILES POLICE COMPLAINT AGAINST SHOW

JioCinema said that its teams are working towards identifying the origins of the clip and will initiate action against offenders.

SUPREME COURT DISMISSED PLEA SEEKING TO PERMIT ARRESTED POLITICIANS TO CAMPAIGN THROUGH VC; KEEPS QUESTION OF LAW OPEN

The Supreme Court in the case Amarjeet Gupta Versus Election Commission Of India And Ors observed and has dismissed the Special Leave Petition, SLP seeking a direction against Election Commission of India, ECI to ensure that arrested political leaders are allowed to campaign via virtual conference mode.

ABOLISH INCOME TAX: SAYS ARINDAM, PRESENTS HIS OWN BUDGET '2047'

Presenting a roadmap for the government to sketch an idealistic budget with his book titled 2047, Arindam Chaudhuri is back in news.

Boost to startup as angel tax abolished, entrepreneurs cheer

In a bold move set to ignite India’s startup revolution, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has scrapped the controversial angel tax in her Union Budget 2024 address.

FM gives relief to salaried class on tax slabs and standard deduction

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a significant set of income-tax reforms for the fiscal year 2024-25, aimed at simplifying tax laws, promoting compliance, and fostering economic growth.

INTERNSHIP WITH RS 5K A MONTH FOR 1 CRORE YOUTH

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said that in order to provide on-job training to youth, the government will launch an internship scheme to provide opportunities to one crore youth in top 500 companies over the next five years.

Added glitter to gold mobile phones will pinch pocket less

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as part of her Budget presentation proposed a host of tweaks in basic customs duty (BCD) for various products or items that are critical for manufacturing.

SITHARAMAN'S HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

Seven Budget presentations in a row for Nirmala Sitharaman

The positive momentum of India's exports will continue: Eco Survey

The economic survey of 2023-24 tabled in parliament today, indicates a significant growth in India’s exports over the past few years.

India's Forex Reserves soar to global high, covering over 10 months of imports

India’s foreign exchange reserves, in the recently concluded financial year 2023-24, increased the highest among major reserves-holding countries globally, asserted the Economic Survey tabled in Parliament on Monday.

ORDERLY RECOVERY MARKS INDIA'S POST-PANDEMIC EXPANSION, ECONOMIC SURVEY 2023-24

The Economic Survey projects a promising outlook for India’s economy in FY25, with continued strong growth momentum expected despite geopolitical, financial market, and climatic risks, driven by macroeconomic stability, increased capital expenditure, and private investment

Demand for National Flag Day

National President of Sadar India Manch and former Director General of Police Sheel Madhur said in a press conference at Haryana Bhawan that as you all know that the national flag Tricolor was adopted on 22 July 1947, so today is the birth day of the Tricolor.

IMD PREDICTS RAIN, THUNDERSTORMS IN MAHARASHTRA; NDRF TEAMS ON ALERT

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning, over the next few hours in Maharashtra on Monday.

SUPREME COURT TO EXAMINE: IS CHARGE SHEET INCOMPLETE IN NDPS CASES WITHOUT FORENSIC REPORT? DO STATES HAVE ADEQUATE FORENSIC LABS

The Supreme Court in the case Mohd. Arbaz & Ors. v. State of NCT of Delhi with connected matters observed and has issued notice to the Union Government and all States to address the issue which relates to the establishment of adequate Forensic Science Laboratories by State Governments with adequate number of technical staff which are required to operate such labs.

Per capita income projected at Rs 14.9 lakh by 2047: CEA

The per capita income in India is projected at Rs 14.9 lakh by 2047, when the country attains the 100th year of its Independence.

INDIAN ECONOMY ON A STRONG WICKET IN FACE OF GEOPOLITICAL CHALLENGES: ECONOMIC SURVEY

The Indian economy is on a strong wicket and stable footing, demonstrating resilience in the face of geopolitical challenges, as per the Economic Survey 2023-24 tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament on Monday.

INDIA'S GDP HAS POTENTIAL TO GROW AT 8 PC: CII PRESIDENT REACTS TO ECO SURVEY

In response to the Economic Survey 2023-24 presented in Parliament today, Sanjiv Puri, President of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), expressed a positive outlook on India’s economic trajectory.

India needs nearly 78 lakh new jobs each year: Survey

The Economic Survey 2023-24, released by the finance ministry on Monday, highlights the improvements in Indian labour market indicators over the past six years.

India poised to remain fastest growing major economy in 2024-25, says CEA Nageswaran

In a press conference following the tabling of the Economic Survey in Parliament on Monday, Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran expressed optimism about India’s economic growth prospects.

Jobs, skills, green push, China: Economic survey 2023-24 highlights

The Economic Survey for 2023-24, tabled in Parliament on Monday, has identified six key policy focus areas for the government to achieve sustained economic growth.

India's per capita income projected to reach Rs 14.9 lakh by 100th year of independence

In a remarkable display of economic progress, India’s per capita income is projected to skyrocket to Rs 14.9 lakh by 2047, when the country celebrates its 100th year of independence. This milestone was revealed by Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran during a press conference following the tabling of the Economic Survey for 2023-24.