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  Budget 2025: Internet for all schools and health centres, 50,000 Atal Tinkering Labs in 5 years

  Education | February 01, 2025 16:03 IST

  Finance 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: What gets costlier, what gets cheaper? Check full list

  Budget | February 01, 2025 13:06 IST

  Budget 2025:Cancer, chronic diseases medicines – 36 life saving drugs are now fully exempted from basic custom duties.

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  Budget 2025: Big win for taxpayers, no income tax till Rs 12 lakh, Sitharaman makes big announcement

  Budget | February 02, 2025 6:08 IST

  Budget 2025: Nirmala Sitharaman announced that no income tax will be payable on income up to Rs 12 lakh, providing significant relief to taxpayers especially the middle class. She said that the new income tax regime will be simpler, with a special focus on benefiting the middle class.

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  Budget 2025: Top 50 tourist destinations in the country to be developed, says Sitharaman

  Travel | February 01, 2025 14:21 IST

  Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed that the government will develop the country's top 50 tourist destination sites. Read on to know more.

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  Good news for taxpayers: Changes will come up for income tax, KYC process will be easy, says govt

  Budget | February 01, 2025 13:35 IST

  Budget 2025: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the new Income Tax Bill will simplify the current Income Tax law and make it comprehensible for the individual taxpayers. Moreover, the new Income Tax Bill will reduce the number of pages by about 60 per cent.

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  Budget 2025: Government to transform India Post into public logistics firm, announces Sitharaman

  Budget | February 01, 2025 15:14 IST

  Budget 2025: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented Budget 2025-26 today. Amid several key announcements, Sitharaman announced India Post will be transformed into a major public logistics organisation.

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  Budget 2025: Nirmala Sitharaman announces Makhana Board in Bihar with focus on farmers

  Budget | February 01, 2025 14:24 IST

  During the budget presentation, Nirmala Sitharaman said Makhana Board will be established in Bihar to improve production and processing of fox nut.

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  Budget 2025: Hike in exemption limit to boost in NPS, taxpayers could expect three key changes

  Budget | February 01, 2025 10:41 IST

  Budget 2025: One of the key changes could be an increase in the basic exemption limit from Rs 3,00,000 to Rs 3,50,000. If the Centre approves it , this would provide relief to individuals by boosting disposable income, which, in turn, could support consumption.

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  Budget 2025: Nirmala Sitharaman dons a saree with Madhubani art as tribute to Dulari Devi

  Lifestyle | February 01, 2025 14:24 IST

  Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman posed with her team ahead of the budget session. She can be seen donning a white saree with Madhubani art as a tribute to Dulari Devi.

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  Sitharaman tables Economic Survey 2024-25, GDP projected to grow by 6.3-6.8 per cent in FY26

  Budget | January 31, 2025 15:19 IST

  The Economic Survey said the fundamentals of the domestic economy remain robust, with a strong external account, calibrated fiscal consolidation and stable private consumption. On balance of these considerations, we expect that the growth in FY26 would be between 6.3 and 6.8 per cent.

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  Budget 2025 LIVE Streaming: When and where to watch Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget speech?

  Budget | February 01, 2025 7:11 IST

  The Budget speech by FM Sitharaman will be delivered in the Lok Sabha at 11 am on February 1. She will outline budgetary allocations and revenue expectations for the upcoming financial year.

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  Budget 2025: From bahi khata, briefcase to tablet, how budget papers changed over the years

  Budget | January 31, 2025 7:34 IST

  From Bahi Khata and briefcase to tablet, the presentation of the Union Budget has undergone a massive transformation over these years. Traditionally, earlier finance ministers were photographed carrying a briefcase to the Parliament for presenting Budget papers.

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  Railways Budget: Sitharaman likely to focus on freight corridors, safety measures, infrastructure

  Budget | January 27, 2025 17:49 IST

  The budgetary allocation for Indian Railways in the budget assumes critical importance to transform Indian Railways into a world-class system capable of meeting rising demand and complementing India’s economic growth.

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  What is Halwa ceremony and know its significance in budget preparation process | Explained

  Business | January 24, 2025 10:50 IST

  The Halwa ceremony is also a way to acknowledge the hard work of all the finance ministry officials and heralds the process of printing all the budget documents ahead of the presentation in Parliament.

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  Budget 2025: From AI in diagnostic to robotic surgeries, list of expectations for health sector

  Budget | January 23, 2025 17:01 IST

  The health sector is also expecting tax reform in the upcoming budget. Experts associated with this sector are also demanding the implementation of AI-driven solutions, robotic surgeries and more.

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  Budget 2025: Taxpayers anticipate income tax relief, know current slabs under new and old tax regime

  Income Tax | January 17, 2025 11:55 IST

  Budget 2025: As Budget approaches, taxpayers are eagerly awaiting Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s announcement on February 1, 2025, with hopes for significant income tax relief. Here's a detailed comparison of the current slabs under the new and old tax regimes.

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  Good news for FD investors: Finance Minister likely to make major announcements in Budget

  Personal Finance | January 04, 2025 23:49 IST

  The Union Budget 2025-26 may bring good news for FD investors, with potential tax exemptions on fixed deposit income and shorter lock-in periods for tax-saving FDs. FM Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to introduce measures to boost FD investments and address banking sector liquidity challenges.

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  From Vishnupad to Mahabodhi: 5 famous temples to visit in Bihar's Bodh Gaya | Check here

  Travel | July 23, 2024 16:22 IST

  Explore the spiritual heart of Bihar with a visit to five renowned temples in Bodh Gaya, from the historic Vishnupad to the revered Mahabodhi. Know about the rich cultural and religious heritage that makes this city a sacred pilgrimage destination.

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  Budget 2024: How the new tax regime announced by Sitharaman will impact taxpayers?

  Budget | July 23, 2024 14:59 IST

  Sitharaman unveiled new income tax slabs under the revised tax regime, which provided relief to salaried taxpayers and pensioners. The Standard Deduction limit has been increased from Rs 50,000 to Rs 75,000 for salaried taxpayers.

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  Budget 2024: Rs 1.48 lakh crore announced for education, employment and skilling, check details

  Budget | July 23, 2024 13:53 IST

  During Union Budget 2024, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented an outlay of Rs.1.48 lakh crore for education, employment, and skilling. Check details here.