Nirmala Sitharaman
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Budget 2026: Big defence budget boost after Operation Sindoor? Here’s where the government may focus
Market | Jan 28, 2026, 04:48 PM ISTReports suggest that the increased budgetary allocation to the defence sector could be used to meet the needs of the armed forces, which include essential procurement and research and development.
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Budget 2026: Will infra spending for key projects be increased? Here's what Industry leaders demand
Budget | Jan 23, 2026, 08:16 AM ISTBudget 2026: Industry leaders across logistics, retail, energy, technology and hospitality have urged the government to double infrastructure spending to Rs 3 lakh crore. They believe sustained and strategic investments can boost supply chains, boost innovation and support nationwide development.
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Union Budget 2026: Big relief for retirees? Minimum pension hike likely, millions to benefit
Budget | Jan 22, 2026, 04:57 PM ISTAs per sources, a major announcement for pensioners associated with the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is likely to be made in the budget or shortly thereafter.
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When was India's first budget presented, and by whom? Interesting facts you should know
Budget | Jan 23, 2026, 07:13 AM ISTIn contrast to today’s budgets, which keep in mind the welfare of ordinary Indians, the first budget was prepared keeping in mind the economic needs of the colonial administration.
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Will Budget 2026 rescue India’s Stock Market? Experts make bold tax wishlist
Budget | Jan 21, 2026, 05:06 PM ISTAs Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1, the stock markets this time will remain open on Sunday for the budget presentation.
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Union Budget 2026 to be presented on February 1, CCPA proposes Parliament session from January 28
Business | Jan 19, 2026, 01:12 PM ISTUnion Budget 2026: This would be the second time the Union Budget will be presented on a Sunday, this first instance being in 1999 when the then Finance Minister Yashwant Sinha presented it in Lok Sabha.
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Budget 2026: Rice exporters push for major tax relief and freight support to bolster competitiveness
Budget | Jan 19, 2026, 01:13 PM ISTThe Indian Rice Exporter's Federation has called for major tax, credit and freight support in Budget 2026 to strengthen the sector's competitiveness and sustainability. It has also pressed for a waiver of retrospective duty demands and improvements in quality compliance systems.
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Union Budget 2026-27: PM Narendra Modi meets economists and sectoral experts
Business | Jan 19, 2026, 01:15 PM ISTFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to present the Union Budget for 2026-27 on February 1.
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Nirmala Sitharaman likely to present budget on Sunday in February 2026, breaking decades-old norms
Budget | Jan 19, 2026, 01:16 PM ISTBudget 2026: The February 1 slot ensures budget measures roll out right at the April 1 financial year kickoff. An official noted, "We stick to a fixed presentation date for the general budget- the Sunday tradition traces back to British times."
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Got an ED summons? Govt shares steps to check if its authentic or cyber fraud attempt | DETAILS
India | Nov 20, 2025, 06:01 PM ISTIn light of reports of individuals circulating fake Enforcement Directorate summons for cheating or extortion, the agency has introduced measures to help citizens confirm authenticity through various steps. Check details below.
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India needs world-class banks, work already underway: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
Business | Nov 06, 2025, 05:23 PM ISTAs part of the privatisation exercise, the government in January 2019 sold its controlling 51 per cent stake in IDBI Bank to Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC).
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Nirmala Sitharaman's flight makes emergency landing at Bagdogra Airport in Siliguri
India | Oct 30, 2025, 11:26 PM ISTAdministrative officials said that if weather conditions improve by Friday morning, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to continue her planned trip to Bhutan.
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ITR filing extension 2025-26: Taxpayers flag glitches as deadline ends today, seek extension
Income Tax | Sep 15, 2025, 11:31 PM ISTITR filing extension 2025-26: As of 12:00 PM today, the Income Tax Department reported that 6.7 crore ITRs have been filed. Of these, 6.03 crore returns have been verified, and more than 4 crore returns have already been processed.
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Sitharaman slams Oppn for 'misleading' people on GST: 'keeping 4 slabs was not BJP's decision'
India | Sep 06, 2025, 07:17 PM ISTGST reforms: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also said the country needs better opposition, as they are only 'misleading' the public and not serving them. She also lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he has always been focused on pro-people reforms.
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No GST on life insurance, health insurance - Here's how much you will save on your premium
Personal Finance | Sep 04, 2025, 06:45 PM ISTFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said all individual life insurance policies, whether term life, ULIP or endowment policies and subsequent reinsurance are exempt from GST.
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New Vs Old GST rates: Check complete list of items under 5%, 18% and 40% slabs, these goods exempted
Personal Finance | Sep 04, 2025, 01:28 PM ISTThe Goods and Services Tax Council has decided to rationalise the current four tax slabs to a two-rate structure with a standard Rate of 18 per cent and a Merit Rate of 5 per cent.
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After PM Modi's Announcement, GST Council Announces New Slabs: What Gets Cheaper, What Gets Costlier?
Originals | Sep 04, 2025, 01:47 PM ISTThe GST Council has announced new tax slabs impacting everyday items and services. What will now cost you less, and what's set to become more expensive? From essentials to luxury goods, here's a complete breakdown of the latest GST changes. Watch the video to find out.
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GST rates revised: Check the complete list of goods under 40 per cent sin, luxury tax slab
Personal Finance | Sep 04, 2025, 09:18 AM ISTThe GST Council has introduced a simplified two-slab structure of 5 per cent and 18 per cent, effective from September 22. Many essential goods and services will now become cheaper, while luxury and sin goods will attract a new 40 per cent de-merit rate.
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GST rate cuts from September 22: Here's the complete list of goods exempted from tax
Personal Finance | Sep 04, 2025, 08:15 AM ISTGST rate cuts: The GST Council has introduced a two-tier rate structure of 5 per cent and 18 per cent effective September 22, slashing taxes on most personal-use goods while exempting life and health insurance premiums entirely.
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GST council announces new slabs: What gets cheaper and what's costlier | Full list
Business | Sep 03, 2025, 11:41 PM ISTGST council announces new slabs: While UHT milk will be tax-free now, tax on condensed milk, ghee, butter, paneer and cheese has been reduced from 12-18 per cent to 5 per cent. Meanwhile, tax on goods containing added sugar and sweeteners has been increased from 28 per cent to 40 per cent.