Education experts are applauding the Union Budget 2025-26 for its visionary approach to transforming India's education and skilling ecosystem. The budget's focus on artificial intelligence (AI), emerging technologies, and expanding premier institutions like IITs and medical colleges is seen
One of the most significant announcements is the issuance of 10 lakh credit cards to micro-enterprises, each with a limit of Rs 5 lakh. Industry leaders believe this move will enhance financial inclusion and ease liquidity challenges for small businesses.
"It's the most disappointing Budget for Karnataka. We were hoping that Karnataka would get a better share than last time. We asked for support for housing for the poor, particularly in rural areas. We asked for irrigation projects, additional grants and also projects - Upper Bhadra, Meked
The Union Budget 2025 has introduced several measures aimed at strengthening India's healthcare infrastructure, with a focus on expanding medical education, enhancing cancer care facilities, and providing greater financial security to gig workers.
India, home to over 10.45 crore Scheduled Tribe (ST) individuals--comprising 8.6 per cent of the total population--boasts a rich and diverse tribal heritage.
Speaking to ANI, Tiwari expressed concerns over reduced funding for crucial sectors such as education, rural development, and MGNREGA, while questioning the government's commitment to its "Viksit Bharat" vision.
"It was an electrifying and empowering budget and it will serve as a catalyst to catapult and uplift every section of our society in our country. It also very clearly outlined a distinct track and trajectory for attaining Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a Viksit Bharat," Kesavan
In her budget speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced several incentives for Bihar, where assembly elections are due toward the end of this year.
India's Union Budget 2025-26 revealed a significant reliance on borrowings, accounting for 24 per cent of the government's income, followed closely by income tax, which contributes 22 per cent to the revenue.
Karthik pointed out that Bihar, led by Nitish Kumar, has received more benefits than Andhra Pradesh, including incentives for Greenfield airports, expansion of Patna Airport, and the Western Kosi Canal ERM project. In contrast, Andhra Pradesh has received zero allocations in key sectors l
The Union Budget 2025's focus on supporting lower- and middle-income households could help revive private investment in the economy, according to a report by HDFC Bank.