Tag:Nirmala Sitharaman

As the Post-Disaster Needs Assessment nears completion, attention will shift from assessment to concrete financing and implementation.

Specifics on FDI limits in sectors like defence or manufacturing remain broad, with no immediate changes announced. Implementation timelines are unclear, but the government aims to roll out these reforms swiftly to capitalise on global shifts in investment patterns.

The survey’s outlook emphasises aligning state, private sector, and citizens to navigate global headwinds, positioning India for Viksit Bharat by 2047 through sectoral synergies and resilience.

In the long run, the minister said, the push for transparency is aimed at closing the revenue–development gap: ensuring that domestic resources mobilised from taxes contribute directly to societal growth and welfare, fulfilling the deeper principle underlying economic governance.

The program's success is reflected in its impressive reach. As of August 14, 2024, over 53.14 crore beneficiaries have been banked under PMJDY, with...

Land reforms are expected to streamline land administration and planning, facilitating easier access to agricultural services and improving urban local body finances. Digital infrastructure...

Two popular words — ‘worker’ and ‘labourer’ were absent in the finance minister’s speech. This signifies a paternalistic approach to workers where workers are...