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    Budget focusing on BJP’s political interests, rather than needs of nation: Finance Minister Cheema

    Chandigarh: The Finance Minister of Punjab Harpal Singh Cheema on Saturday criticised the Union Budget 2025-26, calling it a disappointment for Punjab and said that Punjab’s demand for special Industrial was ignored in the budget. Talking to the reporters, Cheema expressed disappointment that none of the demands made by Punjab during the pre-budget meeting held.

    Budget 2025 would put more money in hands of people: FM Sitharaman

    New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmla Sitharaman on Saturday said that as many as one crore will pay no tax after the increase in rebate to Rs 12 lakh announced in the Budget for 2025-26. Addressing a post-budget press conference, she said that the move would “put more money in the hands of people”. In a.

    Budget 2025 a foundation towards Viksit Bharat: Yogi Aditiyanath

    Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India]: The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Aditiyanath on Saturday lauded  the Union Budget presentation by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, and said that the budget lays the foundation for achieving the steps needed to fulfil the vision of “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India). Speaking on the budget presented by the Finance Minister.

    Budget provides relief to salaried middle class: Union Minister Puri

    New Delhi: The Minister of Union Petroleum and Natural gas Hardeep Singh Puri on Saturday lauded the budget presented by the Finance Minister Nirmala Sithraman and said that the budget covered all sections of society and provided ease to the salaried middle class.   Speaking with the media Hardeep Singh Puri said that its is an.

    Eight Naxalities killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district, ops on

    Bijapur (Chhattisgarh): The Security forces in Chhattisgarh have claimed to kill eight naxalites in an encounter at Bijapur district on Saturday, officials said.  Official sources said that the gunfight broke out around 8.30 am in the forest in Gangaloor police station area and search operations were still being carried out, police further said. He also.

    Scrapping customs duty on lithium-ion battery to boost EV manufacturing

    New Delhi: The decision to eliminate basic customs duty on imported lithium-ion battery scrap and machinery for battery production is expected to bolster India’s domestic battery storage industry, according to industry experts. In her Union Budget 2025-26 speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the inclusion of 35 additional capital goods for electric vehicle (EV) battery.

    It’s a budget for Viksit Bharat: Shiv Sena leader Krishna Hegde

    New Delhi: Krishna Hegde, a Shiv Sena leader, praised the Union Budget 2025-26 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, calling it the “Budget for Viksit Bharat,” which aims to help India emerge as a five trillion-dollar economy. He highlighted the significant relief for the middle class, noting that there will be no income tax for.

    Preparations for PM Modi’s US visit after Paris AI Summit enters final stages

    Washington: India and the United States are finalizing plans for an “early visit” by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Washington this month, likely right after his attendance at the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit in Paris on February 10 and 11. During a phone call on January 27, PM Modi and US President Donald Trump discussed.

    “Middle class is always in PM Modi’s heart”: Amit Shah congratulates PM, FM after big tax relief

    New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for what he described as a ‘comprehensive’ and ‘visionary’ budget presented today. He emphasized the government’s decision to exempt income tax for incomes up to Rs 12 lakh, noting that the middle class is a priority for Modi..

    Mithila is proud, says Dulari Devi as FM wears Madhubani saree gifted by her for Budget speech

    New Delhi: The saree donned by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during her Budget speech holds deep cultural significance. It was gifted by Dulari Devi, a celebrated Madhubani painting artist from Bihar and a Padma Shri awardee, whose distinctive style has garnered worldwide acclaim for the region. The saree, showcasing elaborate fish-themed embroidery and a.

    Bikaner House attachment case: Delhi Court orders release of Rs 92 lakh

    New Delhi: The Patiala House Court in Delhi has ordered the release of Rs. 92 lakh to a company involved in an arbitration case against Nagar Palika Nokha, Rajasthan. District Judge (Commercial) Vidya Prakash issued the ruling after considering the arguments from both parties. Nagar Palika had previously deposited this amount with the court last.