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July 3, 2026 11:38 AM

India-France Strategic Partnership to drive next phase of innovation-led growth: FM Sitharaman

The India-France Strategic Partnership is uniquely positioned to drive the next phase of sustainable, resilient and innovation-led growth, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said. Addressing an India-France Business Roundtable with leading businesses and institutions in Paris, she set the context of a rapidly-evolving global economy shaped by technological transformation, supply chain diversification, energy transition and geopolitical developments. The Finance Minister invited French bus...

May 25, 2026 2:07 PM

India cannot afford fear mongering, economy remains resilient: FM Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said the Indian economy continues to remain resilient despite global uncertainty and criticised attempts to project a “pessimistic and cynical narrative” around the country’s growth trajectory. Addressing the SIDBI Foundation Day event in Mumbai, Sitharaman pushed back against concerns over India’s economic outlook. “India cannot afford fear mongering that damages public confidence,” she said, while criticising “naysayers who ...

April 24, 2026 4:57 PM

FM Sitharaman warns of ‘unprecedented’ AI risks, urges banks to bolster cyber defences

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said that Indian banks are adequately prepared to deal with emerging technology-related challenges, even as she raised fresh concerns over risks linked to a new artificial intelligence model developed by Anthropic. Speaking to reporters, FM Sitharaman noted that India is closely monitoring the potential threats posed by Anthropic’s Mythos AI model, which has drawn global attention for its advanced capabilities. The remarks came after Sitharaman c...

February 17, 2026 10:16 AM

India presents vast scope to invest and grow, says FM Sitharaman in Norway

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that India’s strong economic growth presents significant opportunities for global investors, as she held high-level engagements during her official visit to Norway. During her meeting with Jens Stoltenberg, Norway’s Minister of Finance, Sitharaman discussed strengthening cooperation in the renewable energy sector, with a focus on solar power, rare earth processing, carbon capture and storage. According to a post by the Ministry of Finance ...

February 10, 2026 8:09 PM

Chandrababu Naidu meets HM Amit Shah, FM Sitharaman to discuss state issues

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi and sought the Centre’s support on funding and approvals. The Chief Minister discussed key state-related issues, including ongoing and proposed projects, and sought the Centre’s support on funding and approvals, according to a brief official release here. The Chief Minister posted on social media that he discussed key matters related to Andhra Pradesh’s development and progress. ...

February 2, 2026 8:54 PM

STT hike on F&O meant to curb speculation, protect retail investors: Sitharaman

A day after the Union Budget announcement, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said the hike in Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on futures and options (F&O) trading is intended to discourage speculative activity and protect retail investors from mounting losses. Speaking to reporters, Sitharaman said she had received calls from parents expressing concern that their children were losing money in derivatives trading. “F&O is a highly speculative market,” she said, adding th...

February 1, 2026 9:45 PM

Union Budget 2026-27 proposes three new chemical parks

The Union Budget 2026-27 has proposed the establishment of three new dedicated Chemical Parks to strengthen domestic chemical manufacturing and reduce India’s dependence on imports. Presenting the Budget in the Parliament, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the Chemical Parks will be developed through a challenge-based route on a cluster-based, plug-and-play model. The initiative is aimed at enhancing scale, efficiency and competitiveness in the chemicals sector. The government will als...

February 1, 2026 9:48 PM

Union Budget 2026-27 reaffirms commitment to affordable fertilisers and farmer support

The Union Budget 2026-27 has reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring the timely availability of fertilisers to farmers at affordable prices, while supporting domestic production and promoting balanced and sustainable nutrient use. Presenting the Budget in Parliament, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced an estimated net allocation of ₹1.71 lakh crore for the Department of Fertilisers in 2026–27. The allocation aims to shield farmers from volatility in global fertiliser...

February 1, 2026 8:28 PM

Union Budget 2026-27 puts exports at core of growth strategy

The Union Budget 2026-27 places exports and international trade at the centre of India’s growth strategy, outlining a broad set of reforms and investments aimed at boosting employment, scaling manufacturing and strengthening India’s integration with global value chains. Anchored in fiscal discipline, macroeconomic stability and sustained public capital expenditure, the Budget advances a comprehensive agenda to position India as a competitive and resilient global trading partner, aligned wit...

February 1, 2026 8:18 PM

Union Budget 2026-27: FM Sitharaman announces major boost for Orange Economy and creative education

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced a series of initiatives in the Union Budget 2026-27 aimed at strengthening India’s Orange Economy and expanding creative education, with a special focus on youth and women. Presenting the Budget in Parliament, FM Sitharaman highlighted the rapid growth of India’s animation, visual effects, gaming and comics (AVGC) sector, noting that it is projected to require nearly two million skilled professionals by 2030. To support this demand, th...