Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India has the talent and entrepreneurial energy to become an AI powerhouse and the country's startups and tech ecosystem can build AI solutions that enhance manufacturing and generate new jobs.
Speaking to the media in Sambalpur, Pradhan said, "The Prime Minister says that skills are more important than degrees in the life of youth... The budget has emphasised youth power, manufacturing, new age economy and MSME."
Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent remarks at the inauguration of 'Seva Teerth,' he said, "The PM called upon everyone to free ourselves from the mentality of slavery and for all to fulfil our duties with the spirit of nation first. The 2026 budget presented by the Finance
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale lauded the Finance Minister's response, stating that she answered all the questions from the Opposition. He further criticised the Opposition MPs for creating a nuisance in the house.
Addressing the Rajya Sabha during the reply to the discussion on the Union Budget 2026-27, Sitharaman said, "Congress sheds crocodile tears about rising debt. They want us to borrow more money and also release funds to the States."
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday defended the Union Budget 2026-27 in Rajya Sabha, emphasising that government funds are "hard-earned contributions of every Indian citizen", not a "free pool of cash."
Boeing welcomed the government's decision to remove the 7.5%-15% basic customs duty on components and parts used in the manufacture of civilian aircraft, calling it a transformative step for the sector. This move is expected to reduce manufacturing costs by 5-7% and support local players
New Delhi [India], February 12: The Union Budget 2025-26 presents a broad-based growth roadmap aimed at strengthening India's manufacturing ecosystem, empowering MSMEs, accelerating rural development, and easing the tax burden on citizens. With a clear focus on productivity, innovation, and
Recognising this importance, the Union Budget 2026-27 has reinforced support for manufacturing through targeted measures focusing on investment incentives, innovation, infrastructure development, and industrial ecosystem strengthening, it added. Building on the three defined Kartavyas , the
BJP MPs Manoj Tiwari and Chandra Prakash Joshi will present the Fourth Report (in Hindi and English) of the Committee on Petitions on the representation of Parameswaran Krishna Iyer concerning the levying of penal charges for non-maintenance of minimum balance in bank accounts.
AIMIM chief and MP Asaduddin Owaisi on Wednesday opposed the Union Budget in the Lok Sabha, alleging that it fails to address key concerns related to minority education and welfare.