Nirmala Sitaraman
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Budget 2026: MACT interest exempt from income tax, TDS scrapped
Auto | Feb 01, 2026, 04:46 PM ISTUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces income tax exemption on interest awarded by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal, with TDS on such interest done away with.
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Budget 2026: Standing committee will assess impact of emerging technologies including AI
Technology | Feb 01, 2026, 02:47 PM ISTA high-powered standing committee has been announced to assess the impact of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, on jobs and employment trends.
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Budget 2026: Nirmala Sitharaman announces India Semiconductor Mission 2.0
Technology | Feb 01, 2026, 04:16 PM ISTFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents a record ninth consecutive Union Budget and announces the launch of India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, focusing on industry-led research and skilled workforce development.
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Nirmala Sitharaman honours Tamil Nadu’s weaving legacy in a Kanchipuram saree on Budget Day
Fashion | Feb 01, 2026, 10:26 AM ISTFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chose a handwoven Kanchipuram silk saree for her ninth Union Budget presentation, honouring Tamil Nadu’s centuries-old weaving legacy and continuing her tradition of spotlighting Indian handloom crafts.
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Mumbai cyber scam: Retiree loses Rs 1.47 cr in fake share trading using Nirmala Sitharaman's photo
Maharashtra | Nov 22, 2025, 09:40 AM ISTWhen asked for an additional Rs 90 lakh as a guarantee fee, he realised the scam and filed a complaint with Mumbai’s Central Cyber Police, who are now investigating the sophisticated fraud syndicate.
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BJP Faces Challenge in Choosing New President: Problem of Plenty or Deeper Issues? Explained
Originals | Jul 06, 2025, 06:54 PM ISTBJP’s search for Nadda’s successor is complex. The new leader must be capable, align with political and ideological expectations, and be trusted by multiple power centres. Watch the video to know more.
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FM Nirmala Sitharaman Commits to restoring normalcy, supporting Manipur's economic recovery
Manipur | Mar 18, 2025, 06:38 PM ISTFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman assured the Rajya Sabha of the central government's commitment to restoring normalcy and supporting Manipur's economic recovery amid ongoing violence.
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Budget 2025: Internet for all schools and health centres, 50,000 Atal Tinkering Labs in 5 years
Education | Feb 01, 2025, 04:03 PM ISTFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2025 in the parliament today, February 1. While presenting the budget, she said internet facilities will be extended to all government secondary and primary schools to ensure better access to digital learning resources.
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Budget 2025: 10,000 fellowships for tech research in IIT and IISCs to be provided in next five years
Education | Feb 01, 2025, 01:50 PM ISTUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the 8th Union Budget 2025-26 today in the parliament, marking various significant announcements. While presenting the budget 2025, she said that the number of students in 23 IITs has increased by 100 per cent from 65,000 to 1.35 lakh in 10 years.
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Parliament: Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha adjourn till tomorrow
India | Dec 18, 2024, 09:31 AM ISTParliament Winter Session: The Constitution debate, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh initiated discussions and saw a heated argument between the ruling party and the opposition MPs. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi attacked the government, and in response, PM Modi hit back at the grand old party.
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Nirmala Sitharaman recalls she was mocked on Tamil Nadu streets; here's why | WATCH
India | Dec 03, 2024, 11:42 PM ISTRecalling her experience as a student in Tamil Nadu, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman shared her experience when learning Hindi and Sanskrit was looked down upon in the southern state.
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India needs to reduce dependence on China on THESE issues: Economic Survey
Business | Jul 22, 2024, 06:23 PM ISTAccording to the government's Economic Survey 2023-24 presented in Parliament on Monday, India must acknowledge and tackle the challenges arising from its reliance on China for essential minerals. It also emphasised the need to assess the impacts on financial institutions' balance sheets.
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Paytm surges 10 per cent after CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma meets Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
Business | Feb 07, 2024, 10:32 AM ISTShares of One97 Communications opened at Rs 461.30, surpassing the previous day's closing price of Rs 451.60.
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Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma meets Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman amid regulatory concerns
Business | Feb 07, 2024, 07:38 AM ISTThe Reserve Bank of India issued a directive on January 31, which mandated an immediate halt to the onboarding of new customers by Paytm Payments Bank and called for a cessation of its key banking services post-February 29.
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List of 7 New Indian Institute of Management (IIMs) inaugurated by central government
Higher Studies | Feb 01, 2024, 02:37 PM ISTTake a close look at the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), which were just started by BJP Govt, and are now among the best management institutes in India. Explore the names and cities of the IIMs contributing to the country's worldwide competitiveness in management studies.
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7 New IITs established across India under Modi government and where they are located
Education | Feb 01, 2024, 02:38 PM ISTFind out what the Modi government has done well to promote excellence in technical education by looking at our full list of seven newly created Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). Explore the details of each IIT, which is carefully arranged by state and city.
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Budget 2024: 50-year interest-free loans for 'Tech-Savvy Youth' | Everything you need to know
Technology | Feb 01, 2024, 01:04 PM ISTThe government allocates Rs 1 lakh crore to support young entrepreneurs, offering long-term financing with low or zero interest rates and emphasises empowering MSMEs and advancing deep-tech for defence in the Interim Budget.
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Budget 2024: 'Skill India Mission achieves milestones in Youth Training and Educational Expansion'
Education | Feb 01, 2024, 12:05 PM ISTWhile presenting the pre-election Budget for 2024-25 in the parliament, the finance minister said that the Skill India mission has empowered 1.4 Crore Youth, Upskilled 54 Lakh youth and Propelled Innovation with 3,000 New IITs.
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Budget 2024: MSME chairman Manguirish says There will be initiatives on education
News | Feb 01, 2024, 11:49 AM ISTThe Chairman of the National Council for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), Chairman Manguirish Pai Raiker said that the government will come up with health & education. watch the video to know more!
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Budget 2024: Here's why budget presentation date was shifted from February 28 to February 1
Business | Jan 23, 2024, 04:06 PM ISTThe Union Budget was presented at 5 pm on the final day of February before 1999, following the practice in British India.