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FM Sitharaman meets UK's former PM Rishi Sunak, discuss "new ways to boost
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
In the discussion, Sunak and Union Finance discussed possible new ways to boost market-based financial relationships and stimulate economic expansion.
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India, Qatar elevate ties to 'Strategic Partnership', exchange several MoU
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
The Agreement on Establishment of Strategic Partnership between the two countries was exchanged in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, at the Hyderabad House here in the national capital.
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FM Nirmala Sitharaman lauds CBIC for duty rationalisation exercise
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Speaking at International Customs Day 2025, finance minister Sitharaman said the CBIC team has been working very hard to rationalize the customs duties for the last two years.
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Announced in July 2024 Budget, FM Sitharaman launches Mutual Credit Guaran
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday launched the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs (MCGS - MSME) for facilitating loans upto Rs.100 crore to MSMEs for the purchase of machinery or equipment without collateral.
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Income tax relief should not be seen as govt shifting focus from capex: Si
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Keeping people earning up to Rs 12 lakh annually out of the income tax ambit has triggered a debate that the government has shifted focus to boosting consumption after the two consecutive quarter GDP figures showed tepid growth.
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PM Modi lauds FM Sitharaman's parliament address, says it gave "very clear
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's address in Parliament, stating that it provides a clear picture of the Indian economy and the reform trajectory government is undertaking.
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India fastest growing economy, inflation under control: Union Minister Ash
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Addressing a press conference here on Saturday, Vaishnaw projected consistent growth at 6-8 per cent in the coming years and credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
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Padukone School of Badminton launched in Odisha
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Insig Edu Sports LLP, a Government of Odisha-recognized startup company, has announced the launch of the Padukone School of Badminton in Odisha. Established by legendary badminton player Padmashree Prakash Padukone, the academy has trained and prepared 900 coaches under its curriculum, helpi
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Baijayant Panda to chair Select Committee on Income-Tax Bill
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
This new bill, tabled in Lok Sabha by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday, seeks to replace the existing Income Tax Act, 1961 and introduce changes that affect different categories of taxpayers, including individuals, businesses, and non-profit organisations.
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Sitharaman did not reply to issues raised by me during budget debate: Ragh
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha on Friday alleged that Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman did not reply to several issues raised by him during debate on Union Budget and that he stands by the example he gave on the tax rebate given by him.
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I was not allowed to even reply to her questions: Raghav Chadha on Nirmala
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Minister Sitharaman, earlier on Friday, tabled the New Income Tax Bill, 2025, which aims to simplify tax laws, modernise definitions, and provide more clarity on various tax-related matters. It seeks to replace the existing Income Tax Act, 1961 and introduce changes that affect different cat
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Opposition members allege Union Budget overlooks demands of non-BJP ruled
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Opposition members slammed provisions of the Union Budget, saying demands of non-BJP-ruled states were overlooked, while BJP members rejected the allegations and said Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's announcements will ensure inclusive and faster development
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