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  Budget 2025: Govt likely to hike railways allocation by 15-20%, expected to touch Rs 3 lakh crore

  Budget | January 22, 2025 8:29 IST

  Budget 2025: In the previous budget presented on July 23, 2024, the government had made a record allocation of about Rs 2,62,200 crore for the Indian Railways.

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  Budget 2025: Nirmala Sitharaman likely to focus on these factors in agriculture sector

  Budget | January 21, 2025 23:18 IST

  Budget 2025: Recently, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman concluded month-long consultations with various stakeholders, including representatives of key sectors as part of the budget preparation exercise.

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  Budget 2025: How much hike can be expected in defence allocation and where will the focus lie?

  Budget | January 21, 2025 8:40 IST

  Budget 2025: Despite being the 4th largest defence spender globally, India continues to rely on imports for 35% of its defence needs. As India continues to prioritise self-reliance and modernisation in its armed forces, the defence allocation is expected to see a significant increase this time.

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  Budget 2025: Nirmala Sitharaman likely to make these key announcements for farmers | Check here

  Budget | January 20, 2025 7:55 IST

  The Union Budget 2025–26 is expected to focus on boosting farmers’ welfare through measures like raising Kisan Credit Card limits, reducing GST on inputs, and increasing agricultural allocations.

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  Budget 2025: Big relief for taxpayers? Govt likely to introduce new Income Tax Bill, say sources

  Budget | January 18, 2025 23:12 IST

  The government is set to unveil a new Income Tax Bill during the Budget 2025 session, replacing the decades-old Income Tax Act, 1961.

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  Budget Session to begin from January 31, Union Budget on February 1: Check full schedule

  Budget | January 18, 2025 6:46 IST

  The first part of the Budget session will have nine sittings, with PM Modi responding to the Motion of Thanks and Sitharaman replying to the budget discussion.

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  Vande Bharat trains, Kavach, upgraded stations: What passengers expect from Railway Budget 2025

  Business | January 17, 2025 14:44 IST

  Railways Budget 2025: The regular train passengers expect the Budget 2025 to focus on on modernising the Indian Railways network, improving passenger services, and expanding connectivity across regions.

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  Budget 2025: Why is it crucial to increase India's military spending amid global instabilities?

  Budget | January 15, 2025 13:48 IST

  Budget 2025: As the Union Budget 2025 is approaching, the spotlight is on India's defence budget. Amid escalating global tensions and regional instabilities, the case for enhanced military spending has never been more compelling.

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  Budget 2025 expectations: Will common man get relief from expensive treatment?

  Budget | January 14, 2025 9:12 IST

  Budget 2025: On February 1, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the budget to the country. All the eyes of the common people are focused on the upcoming Union Budget as they are seeking relief.

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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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  Budget 2025: Will govt announce 8th pay commission? What govt employees must know

  Budget | January 07, 2025 15:58 IST

  Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget in the upcoming Budget Session of Parliament. The pre-budget consultations, which started on December 6, have concluded. The central government employees and pensioners are hence waiting for the announcement of the commission.

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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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  Budget 2025: Date, time, stock market updates for February 1 presentation

  Business | January 02, 2025 16:17 IST

  Budget 2025: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to present the Union Budget on February 1, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Stay tuned for live updates on income tax relief, fiscal reforms, and stock market reactions as the Modi government unveils its fiscal roadmap.

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  GST collection in December sees 7.3 per cent growth, reaches Rs 1.77 lakh crore

  Business | January 01, 2025 16:22 IST

  India’s GST collection for December 2024 surged by 7.3 per cent, reaching Rs 1.77 lakh crore, driven by robust economic activity and improved compliance. Highlights include Rs 86,400 crore in IGST and Rs 19,500 crore in cess. Top contributors: Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Gujarat.

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  Sitharaman holds pre-budget consultation in Jaisalmer, states demand 50-year interest-free loans

  Budget | January 07, 2025 15:44 IST

  Ahead of the Union Budget 2025, the Union Finance Minister Nirmala held a pre-consultation meeting with the finance ministers of the states and UTs. During the meeting, the states raised key demands from the Centre.

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  Centre to make highest-ever effective capital expenditure in fiscal year 2024-25, know what it is

  Budget | December 18, 2024 8:07 IST

  The Lok Sabha on Tuesday approved the Supplementary Demands for Grants- First Batch of 2024-25. During the proceedings, Finance Minister Sitharaman said the effective capex is pegged at Ts 15.02 lakh crore.

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  55th GST Council meet set to take place in Jaisalmer on Dec 21: Here's what to expect

  Business | December 17, 2024 16:55 IST

  The GoM report is expected to be discussed by the GST Council during the meeting which will be chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

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  Sitharaman attacks Congress, says Constitutional amendments were made to protect those in power

  India | December 16, 2024 12:25 IST

  Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the Congress brazenly kept amending the Constitution to help family and dynasty and added that India's Constitution has stood the test of time.

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  India should take pride in banking sector as banks are not dependent on govt funding: FM Sitharaman

  Business | December 03, 2024 18:52 IST

  FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Lok Sabha said the public sector banks are profitable as the total profit was Rs 85,520 crore in first half of current fiscal.

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  Banking Law (Amendment) Bill 2024: What impact will it have on nominations in your bank account?

  Explainers | December 02, 2024 18:56 IST

  The Banking Law (Amendment) Bill 2024 aims to streamline banking operations and align them with contemporary financial practices, reflecting the government’s commitment to improve bank governance and enhance investors' protection.