An Indian Revenue Services (IRS) officer, B Balamurugan, faced suspension on 29 January, just two days prior to his scheduled retirement, following his outspoken criticism of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Serving as the Deputy Commissioner for Goods and Service Tax (GST) in Chennai, Continue Reading
In an unprecedented move, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the interim Budget for 2024-25 on February 1, 2024, delivering her shortest speech ever. The speech, which began at 11 am, concluded in just 58 minutes, setting a new record for the briefest budget presentation in her tenure. Sitharaman’s previous shortest budget speech was in 2023, […]Continue Reading
As Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman gears up to present the Interim Budget 2024 in Parliament on February 1, it’s crucial to understand some key terms to fully comprehend the announcements. The budget, which is the last one before the upcoming general elections, includes the Annual Financial Statement (AFS) that details the government’s receipts and Continue Reading
Nitin Gadkari, the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, praised the Union Budget on Wednesday, saying it envisioned a wealthy and inclusive India in which all citizens, particularly the young, women, farmers, OBCs, SCs, and STs, would benefit from growth. The Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, delivered the Budget on Wednesday. It is likely […]Continue Reading
PM Modi lauds Budget 2023, says will fulfil dreams of aspirational society, farmers and middle class
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the 2023 Union Budget on Wednesday, saying it would realise the aspirations of the middle class, farmers, and aspirational society. In a video address, PM Modi said, “First budget of Amrit Kaal will build a strong foundation for building a developed India. This budget will fulfil dreams of aspirational society […]Continue Reading
Nirmala Sitharaman, the minister for corporate affairs and finance for the union, was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi today. Around noon, the 63-year-old patient was admitted. Her status is steady, and she is receiving the best medical attention, according to reports. She will soon receive an update on […]Continue Reading