Union Budget: News
26 Jul 2024
Mamata BanerjeeBreaking opposition rank, Mamata to attend NITI Aayog meeting
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday announced that she will attend the NITI Aayog meeting in Delhi on Saturday.
26 Jul 2024
XSuchitra Krishnamoorthi told to mind her words on Budget
Suchitra Krishnamoorthi, known for her role in Shah Rukh Khan's Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa, recently voiced her disapproval of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA government's Union Budget 2024.
24 Jul 2024
Mallikarjun KhargeINDIA bloc's protest against 'discriminatory' budget in Parliament today
The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance will on Wednesday stage a protest inside and outside the Parliament against the "discrimination against the opposition-ruled states" in the Union Budget 2024.
23 Jul 2024
Finance BillIncreased STT to cool market activity? What Zerodha founder said
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has proposed a significant increase in the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on Futures and Options (F&O) trading for the 2024 budget.
23 Jul 2024
Nirmala SitharamanUnion Budget 2024: What measures were announced for women?
An impressive ₹3 lakh crore was allocated for women and girls during the Union Budget 2024 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday.
23 Jul 2024
Nirmala SitharamanBudget 2024: What is India's Critical Minerals Mission
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a proposal for a critical minerals mission during her Union Budget speech today.
23 Jul 2024
Economic SurveyBudget 2024: What are NDA government's key priorities
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget for 2024-25 on Tuesday, highlighting nine key areas of focus for the third term of the Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government.
23 Jul 2024
CancerBudget 2024: These 3 cancer drugs will get cheaper
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced on Tuesday that three cancer drugs will be "fully" exempted from basic customs duty.
23 Jul 2024
EPFOIndia's ₹2 trillion push: 3 schemes to boost job creation
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has unveiled three significant employment-linked incentive schemes in the Union Budget 2024-25.
23 Jul 2024
Akhilesh Yadav'Copied Congress manifesto...': INDIA bloc takes swipe at Sitharaman's budget
The Congress took a swipe at the Union Budget presented by the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, calling it a copy of the "Congress Manifesto."
23 Jul 2024
Lok SabhaUnion Budget 2024: What's cheaper and what's costlier?
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday presented the Union Budget for 2024-25, unveiling policies that will impact the prices of various goods for the general public.
23 Jul 2024
Nirmala SitharamanPM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana to power 1cr households
In Union Budget 2024, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the extension of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana to one crore households.
23 Jul 2024
Nirmala SitharamanBudget 2024: Long-term capital gains tax hiked, exemption limit raised
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has proposed several modifications to the capital gains taxation regime, in Union Budget 2024.
23 Jul 2024
Nirmala SitharamanCentre will offer you ₹15,000 if you are a fresher
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced an interesting policy for first-time employees, in Union Budget 2024.
22 Jul 2024
Indian GovernmentBudget 2024: Auto industry eyeing higher scrappage incentives, FAME 3
The Indian auto industry is eagerly awaiting the Union Budget 2024, set to be tabled tomorrow, with hopes of key measures to stimulate growth.
21 Jul 2024
ChennaiBudget 2024: MK Stalin lists out Tamil Nadu's wish list
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has shared his state's expectations for the upcoming Union Budget (2024-25), set to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 23.
20 Jul 2024
Indira GandhiNot only finance ministers, these PMs have presented Budget too
On February 22, 1958, India witnessed an unprecedented event in its political history when Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru took on the responsibility of presenting the Union Budget.
20 Jul 2024
Congress PartyBudget prepared to make 'crony capitalists' richer: Congress targets government
Ahead of the budget session, the Congress targeted the central government, alleging that it would be aimed at making a few "crony capitalists richer" rather than addressing actual concerns.
17 Jul 2024
Companies ActCentre mulls decriminalization of several provisions in key corporate acts
The Indian government is contemplating the decriminalization of 14 provisions in three significant corporate laws, according to Moneycontrol.
14 Jul 2024
IndiaFPIs inject ₹15,352 crore into Indian equities this July
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have funneled ₹15,352 crore into Indian equities during the initial two weeks of July, as per depository data.
07 Jul 2024
Ayushman BharatCentre considers doubling AB-PMJAY beneficiaries, insurance amounts in 3 years
The Indian government is contemplating a significant expansion of its flagship Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme, AB-PMJAY, over the next three years.
07 Jul 2024
Foreign InvestmentMarket gets a shot-in-arm: FPIs invest ₹7,900cr in Indian stocks
Foreign investors have pumped over ₹7,900 crore into Indian equities during the first week of July, riding on a strong economic and earnings growth momentum.
06 Jul 2024
Andhra PradeshUnion Budget 2024-25 to be presented on July 23
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for 2024-25 in the Lok Sabha on July 23, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced on Saturday.
28 Jun 2024
Indian GovernmentBudget 2024: Centre mulls measures to support textile industry
The upcoming Union Budget is expected to introduce several initiatives aimed at strengthening textile exports and enhancing the competitiveness of Indian products, as per CNBC-Awaaz.
24 Jun 2024
Ministry of FinanceFinance Ministry considers raising standard deduction limit in income tax
The Finance Ministry, led by Nirmala Sitharaman, is contemplating an increase in the standard deduction limit for taxpayers under the new regime.
02 Jun 2024
CyclonePM Narendra Modi to hold 7 key meetings today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold seven key meetings on a variety of topics on Sunday following the conclusion of the Lok Sabha elections, government sources reported.
01 Feb 2024
Narendra Modi'Viksit Bharat' budget lays foundation for developed India: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday praised the 2024-25 Union Interim Budget presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
01 Feb 2024
Nirmala SitharamanUnion Interim Budget 2024: Sitharaman raises infrastructure spending by 11%
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday presented the Union Interim Budget 2024-25 in the Parliament.
01 Feb 2024
Nirmala SitharamanCentre's Rs. 1tn fund offers interest-free loans to boost innovation
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, presented the Interim Budget 2024-25, in the Parliament today.
01 Feb 2024
Nirmala SitharamanRailway Budget: 40,000 Vande Bharat-standard coaches, 3 new corridors announced
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday announced a capital expenditure of Rs. 2.55 lakh crore for Indian Railways in the new financial year.
29 Jan 2024
Electric VehiclesFAME III scheme to be announced in Budget 2024: MHI
The Centre is extending its support for electric vehicles (EVs) beyond March 2024 with the FAME III subsidy scheme, said Dr. Hanif Qureshi, Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Heavy Industries.
21 Jan 2024
Indian GovernmentCentre will increase capex for economic growth in Budget 2024-25
The Indian government is gearing up to focus on boosting capital expenditure (capex) in the 2024-25 Budget.
23 Nov 2023
BusinessUnion Budget 2024 likely to prioritize ease of business
The Union Budget 2024 is likely to prioritize enhancing the ease of doing business in India, focusing on decriminalizing certain offenses and reforming labor laws.
23 Nov 2023
IndiaBudget 2024 gunning for 10.5% rise in direct tax collections
The Union Budget 2024 aims for a 10.5% increase in direct tax collections, despite a sluggish global economy and a high revenue base in the current fiscal year, Moneycontrol has reported.
16 Nov 2023
Ministry of FinanceFinance Ministry to present concise economic report before Interim Budget
The Indian Finance Ministry is planning to release a concise report outlining the nation's economic status prior to the Interim Budget on February 1, Moneycontrol has reported.
24 Mar 2023
Lok SabhaLok Sabha passes Finance Bill without debate amid Opposition's ruckus
The Lok Sabha passed the Finance Bill 2023 on Friday without debate as Opposition MPs raised slogans demanding a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) to probe the allegations of fraud against the Adani Group.
13 Mar 2023
Mallikarjun KhargeOpposition parties meet to strategize before Budget Session resumes today
Ahead of the second leg of the Parliament's Budget Session, as many as 16 opposition parties reportedly met at Congress chief and Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge's office at around 10:00 am on Monday to chalk out their floor strategy.
01 Feb 2023
Nirmala SitharamanCentre aims to eliminate sickle cell anemia by 2047
As part of the Union Budget 2023, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that the government will launch a mission to eliminate sickle cell anemia in the country by 2047.
01 Feb 2023
Tax SlabsUnion Budget 2023: How's new tax regime different from old
In a relief to middle-class citizens in the Union Budget 2023-24, the income tax exemption limit under the new tax regime has been increased from Rs. 2.5 lakh to Rs. 3 lakh, while the tax rebate limit was raised from Rs. 5 lakh to Rs. 7 lakh.
01 Feb 2023
Nirmala SitharamanCentre to establish three centers of excellence to boost AI
As part of the Union Budget 2023, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that the government will set up three centers of excellence in order to boost artificial intelligence (AI) in India.
01 Feb 2023
Budget SessionUnion Budget 2023-24: Key announcements for women
India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday announced a one-time small saving scheme for women called "Mahila Samman Saving Certificate," which will stay available until March 2025.
01 Feb 2023
Nirmala SitharamanUnion Budget 2023-24: Key takeaways for the Indian auto industry
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Budget 2023 in Parliament today, and it promises several concessions to the auto industry.
01 Feb 2023
Budget SessionUnion Budget 2023-24: Key takeaways for education sector
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman officially presented the Union Budget 2023-2024 on Wednesday in Parliament.
01 Feb 2023
PAN CardUnion Budget: PAN Card to become universal identifier for businesses
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Wednesday, proposed to use PAN (Permanent Account Number) card as the common identifier for digital transactions.
01 Feb 2023
Nirmala SitharamanUnion Budget 2023-24: No income tax up to Rs. 7L
Announcing the new Union Budget for 2023-24 today, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman declared renewed income tax rates.
01 Feb 2023
Nirmala SitharamanUnion Budget 2023-24: Here are the key highlights
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget for the fiscal year 2023-24 on Wednesday.
01 Feb 2023
Nirmala SitharamanWill Union Budget 2023 boost Indian economy, what to expect
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2023 today at 11 am.
31 Jan 2023
Nirmala SitharamanUnion Budget 2023 presentation: Tax cuts, manufacturing incentives expected
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for 2023 in Parliament on Wednesday as people are hoping for reduced taxes, better social security, and financial incentives to boost production.
31 Jan 2023
Droupadi MurmuWhat President Droupadi Murmu said during her first Parliament address
In her first address to the Parliament as the President on Tuesday, as the Budget Session began, Droupadi Murmu lauded numerous decisions taken by the central government, including the abrogation of Article 370 and abolishment of triple talaq.
31 Jan 2023
Budget SessionBudget Session: Nirmala Sitharaman tables 2023 Economic Survey in Parliament
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday tabled the Economic Survey 2022-23 in Parliament, following President Droupadi Murmu's maiden address to a joint session of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, marking the start of the Budget Session.
31 Jan 2023
ParliamentParliament Budget Session begins; President Murmu calls government fearless, decisive
The Budget Session of the Parliament kicked off on Tuesday with President Droupadi Murmu's maiden address to a joint sitting of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
31 Jan 2023
Nirmala SitharamanFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to present 2023 Economic Survey today
The central government is set to table the 2023 Economic Survey on Tuesday, a day before the Union Budget 2023-24 presentation.
17 Jan 2023
Ministry of FinanceCentre mulling over reducing income tax rates under new regime
The central government is mulling over lowering income tax rates in order to make the new direct tax regime more attractive, as per a report by Reuters.
13 Jan 2023
Budget SessionBudget session of Parliament from January 31 to April 6
The Budget Session 2023 of Parliament will commence on January 31 and continue till April 6, Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Prahlad Joshi informed on Friday.
12 Dec 2022
Parliamentary Standing CommitteeParliamentary Standing Committee proposes ban on sale of loose cigarettes
A Parliamentary Standing Committee has reportedly proposed a ban on the sale of loose cigarettes across the country in order to curb tobacco use.
05 Jul 2022
CryptocurrencyIndia's crypto trading volume dries up due to new tax
As the new 1% TDS on crypto trading kicked in on July 1, trading volumes of cryptocurrency have dried up in India.
29 Jun 2022
Cryptocurrency#NewsBytesExplainer: How 1% TDS on cryptocurrency transactions will be levied
India's cryptocurrency market is holding its breath as the fateful July 1 approaches. Transfers of virtual digital assets (VDA), including cryptocurrencies and NFTs, are set to attract an additional tax deducted at source (TDS) of 1% from July 1 onward.
31 Mar 2022
CryptocurrencyMajor financial changes coming into effect from April 1
Several new financial changes are expected to come into effect from Friday (April 1)—the first day of the fiscal year 2022-23.
11 Feb 2022
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)Taxing cryptocurrency is government's sovereign right: FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said the government has sovereign right to tax profit made from cryptocurrency transactions.
02 Feb 2022
Parliament'How many of 2cr promised jobs were provided?' asks Kharge
Mallikarjun Kharge, the leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, on Wednesday, flagged the issue of unemployment in India during the Budget Session of Parliament.
02 Feb 2022
IndiaNational Tele-Mental Health program to reduce stigma: NIMHANS Director
The National Tele-Mental Health program announced in the Union Budget 2022-23 will help identify mild forms of mental illness, said Dr. Pratima Murthy, Director of the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS).
02 Feb 2022
Nirmala Sitharaman'Nal se Jal' scheme gets budgetary boost. What is it?
The Indian government has allocated Rs. 60,000 crore to the "Har Ghar Nal se Jal" scheme for the financial year 2022-2023, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said while presenting the annual budget in Parliament.
02 Feb 2022
Lok SabhaMotion of thanks: Rahul Gandhi to open debate in LS
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will be the first speaker from the Opposition to reply to the debate on the motion of thanks to the President's address in Lok Sabha on Wednesday.
01 Feb 2022
Nirmala SitharamanUnion Budget 2022: Here are the key takeaways
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday (February 1) presented the Budget for the upcoming fiscal year, 2022-2023.
01 Feb 2022
Narendra Modi#Budget2022 people friendly, says PM; Rahul Gandhi calls it zero-sum
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the Union Budget 2022-23 as "people-friendly and progressive."
01 Feb 2022
Parliament#Budget2022: What gets costlier, what's cheaper? Check full list
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday (February 1) presented her fourth annual budget in Parliament.
01 Feb 2022
Nirmala Sitharaman#Budget2022: Taxpayers can file updated ITR within 2 years
During her Budget speech, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Tuesday that the newly updated provisions will be introduced for income tax returns.
01 Feb 2022
Nirmala Sitharaman#Budget2022: 5G mobile services rollout in FY2022-23, says FinMin Sitharaman
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2022-23 in Parliament on Tuesday.
01 Feb 2022
Nirmala Sitharaman#Budget2022: ECLGS to be extended till March 2023, says Sitharaman
The Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) will be extended till March 2023, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced on Tuesday.
01 Feb 2022
Nirmala Sitharaman#Budget2022: 400 Vande Bharat trains to be introduced, says Sitharaman
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday announced that 400 new Vande Bharat Express trains will be introduced in the next three years.
31 Jan 2022
Nirmala SitharamanUnion Budget 2022: What the common man is expecting?
With just one day to go for the Budget 2022 presentation, the common man is relying on Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for subsidies, incentives, and tax deductions, among other benefits.
31 Jan 2022
Lok SabhaBudget session 2022: What to expect on Day 1?
The Budget session of the Parliament kicked off on Monday with President Ram Nath Kovind's address to both houses.
13 Feb 2021
Nirmala Sitharaman2021 Union Budget sets pace for 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat': Nirmala Sitharaman
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said the Union Budget 2021-22 has set the pace for India to become Aatmanirbhar Bharat, replying to debate on the Budget in Lok Sabha.
03 Feb 2021
Nirmala SitharamanGovernment could reserve 10% of LIC IPO for policyholders
In her annual Budget speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that the initial public offering (IPO) of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) will be launched this year.
