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India's focus should be 8-9% growth, not stock market volatility: Amitabh
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
"India's focus should remain on achieving 8-9% economic growth over the next three decades, rather than being overly concerned with stock market fluctuations. Our vision should be growth and development, not merely the stock market," he said, calling for clarity of purpose and long-term p
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Favourable, balanced, well developed: IMC hails Budget 2026
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Deepak Joshi, Member of the Managing Committee, IMC, stated similar sentiments, saying that the budget is focused on macroeconomics and policy, and will support the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' programme.
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Union Budget 2026 signals strong momentum for India's travel and tourism s
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
One of the most impactful announcements for the sector is the reduction in Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on overseas tour packages to a flat 2%. By easing the upfront financial burden on travellers, this policy is set to enhance affordability, encourage outbound travel, and stimulate dema
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"Budget 2026 focused on growth and Yuva Shakti," says FICCI President
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
One of the key takeaways for the industry leader was the sense of predictability in the government's policy direction. Goenka described the document as "a budget that reflects continuity and stability," noting that "the areas which the government has been speaking on over the years, continue
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Industry leaders expect growth-oriented budget with focus on infrastructur
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
He also emphasised the importance of prioritising India's interests despite global uncertainties, citing the government's efforts to develop alternate markets and pursue Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)
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Gem Hospital director seeks higher health spending, rate revision under Ay
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
"As we approach the budget announcement, those of us in the healthcare profession have specific expectations. To begin with, I am looking for a significant increase in healthcare spending as a percentage of our GDP. While it stood at 1.9% last year, the National Health Policy has set a ta
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President Murmu offers 'dahi-cheeni' to FM Nirmala Sitharaman before prese
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday offered 'dahi-cheeni' (curd and sugar) to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as it is considered auspicious ahead of the presentation of her ninth Union Budget.
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Jairam Ramesh questions Trump claims on Indian oil policy, says US Preside
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
In an official X post, the Congress leader said, "He told us Op Sindoor had been halted. He told us India had stopped buying Russian oil. And now this, " Ramesh said, referring to Trump's statements.
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Nirmala Sitharaman meets President Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan ahead of Un
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Sitharaman is set to present her ninth consecutive Union Budget, which will see her equal former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram's record and surpass that of Pranab Mukherjee. Former Prime Minister Morarji Desai continues to hold the record for presenting the most Union Budgets in indepen
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FM Sitharaman leaves for Rashtrapati Bhavan with 'Digital Bahi-Khata' ahea
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Sitharaman is set to present her record ninth consecutive budget today at 11 am in the Lok Sabha.
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Nirmala Sitharaman, MoS Pankaj Chaudhary depart for Kartavya Bhavan ahead
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Sitharaman is set to present her ninth consecutive Union Budget, which will see her equal former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram's record and surpass that of Pranab Mukherjee. Former Prime Minister Morarji Desai continues to hold the record for presenting the most Union Budgets in indepen
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Govt likely to present Rs 54.1 lakh crore budget for FY27, growth of 7.9%
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to present a Rs 54.1 lakh crore Union Budget for FY2026-27, registering a year-on-year growth of 7.9 per cent, according to a report by Sunidhi Securities & Finance Limited.
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