Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Reviews Performance of Eastern RRBs in Patna Meeting

29 Nov 2024

Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman convened a review meeting on Friday to assess the performance of Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) from the Eastern Belt. The meeting aimed to strengthen the role of RRBs in promoting rural development and was attended by Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary,...

‘Swipe Right For GST’: Fake Nirmala Sitharaman Bumble Profile Goes Viral

18 Oct 2024

In a surprising turn of events, a parody Bumble profile featuring India’s Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, has surfaced on social media, sparking a blend of humour and debate among netizens. The fake profile, which humorously exaggerates Sitharaman’s role as Finance Minister, has gone viral, with many amused by its witty...

India’s Income Tax Overhaul: Government Launches Revamp Process

07 Oct 2024

The government aims to make the Income-tax Act, 1961, concise and easy to understand. The goal is to ensure taxpayers can easily navigate tax laws without confusion. Reducing Litigations: By making tax laws clearer, the government hopes to minimize disputes and reduce the number of cases that end up in...

All You Need to Know About NPS Vatsalya Scheme to Be Unveiled by Sitharaman Tomorrow

17 Sep 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to unveil the much-anticipated NPS Vatsalya scheme tomorrow, an initiative introduced in the Union Budget 2024-25. The scheme aims to help parents invest in pension accounts for their children, fostering long-term wealth growth through compounding. What Is the NPS Vatsalya Scheme? The NPS Vatsalya...

Sitharaman to Address Lok Sabha on Finance Bill Today

07 Aug 2024

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to respond to the discussion on the Finance Bill in Lok Sabha later today, likely around 4 PM. The Lok Sabha has started the discussion on the Finance Bill following the passage of the Appropriation Bill for the central government's expenditure for 2024-25...

Real estate leaders commend capital gains tax change for strengthening industry

07 Aug 2024

Real estate industry leaders hailed the proposed amendment by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the Finance Bill to give big relief on capital gains tax in property transactions. The industry leaders called it a step in the right direction and stated that the proposed amendment will drive investment in the...

Budget 2024: How Does It Shape The Road Map For Viksit Bharat?

24 Jul 2024

The recently unveiled Budget 2024-2025, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, offers a detailed and comprehensive blueprint for achieving Viksit Bharat, or a developed India. Embracing a broad vision, the budget outlines nine priority areas, echoing the focus of FICCI’s own priorities, which include manufacturing, farm-led growth, women-led development, and...

Outrageous Allegation, Nirmala Sitharaman Responds as Opposition Protests ‘Discriminatory’ Budget

24 Jul 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman strongly rejected the opposition's allegations on Wednesday that the Union Budget is 'discriminatory,' calling the claims an 'outrageous allegation.' She accused the opposition, led by the Congress party, of deliberately misleading the public into thinking that certain states were neglected in the budget allocations. Sitharaman responded...

Budget 2024: Memes Go Viral As FM Sitharaman Presents Budget

23 Jul 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman delivered her seventh consecutive Budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, marking the Modi-led government’s first Budget since their re-election in June. As expected, social media has been abuzz with reactions, including a flurry of amusing memes. Many have humorously turned to their Chartered Accountant (CA) friends...

Budget 2024: Nirmala Sitharaman Proposes ‘One Month’s Salary For First-Time- Employees’

23 Jul 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in the Budget today that the government plans to provide new entrants to the workforce with an amount equivalent to one month's salary. This sum will be contributed to their Provident Fund accounts. "The scheme is meant for all persons entering the workforce in all...

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