The quality of government expenditure has seen significant improvements, with a focus on capital outlays. The Finance Minister announced a 17.1 per cent increase in capital expenditure for FY25, reaching USD 11.1 lakh crore, or 3.4 per cent of GDP
Read MoreNirmala Sitharaman highlights the critical issues facing developing economies and proposes collaborative strategies to bridge the financing gap essential for achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs)
Read MoreGopinath acknowledges the vibrancy of the Indian economy and the strength of the country's relationship with the International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Read MoreShe says, "The Reserve Bank and the government are repeatedly telling the banks to pay attention to their core business activities"
Read MoreThe Centre has taken an initiative to introduce a scheme for internship opportunities for the youth in the top 500 companies of India as part of the Union Budget 2024-25
Read MoreThe budget's broader commitment to making India a premier global travel destination through targeted investments and strategic initiatives is seen as a positive move
Read MoreThe much-anticipated removal of the angel tax is hailed as a pivotal development, aimed at eliminating barriers for early-stage companies and attracting a surge of domestic and foreign investment
Read MorePrior to the budget, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) had recommended the removal of the angel tax, following consultations with the startup community
Read More“For us, reforms are a means to improve the lives of 140 crore Indians. After the introduction of GST, goods for household use have become much cheaper,” says FM.
Read MoreDuring the session, labour unions voiced several pressing concerns and proposed reforms aimed at protecting employee rights, enhancing social welfare, and ensuring equitable economic growth.
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