Union Budget 2024-25

September 16, 2024 5:19 PM

Budget discussion to continue Thursday in Parliament, ministers to lay papers

The discussion on the Union Budget 2024-25, presented on July 23, will continue in both Houses of Parliament on Thursday. The discussion on Budget of Jammu and Kashmir, 2024-25, which was also presented on Tuesday, will also continue today. Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Jitendra Singh, Arjun Ram Meghwal and Kirtivardhan Singh will lay papers on the table today. Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar is likely to make a statement regarding status of implementation of recommendations and obse...

September 16, 2024 5:20 PM

Diaspora from Dubai commends India’s Budget 2024, terming it as progressive & innovative

The Indian diaspora has warmly embraced Budget 2024, commending its emphasis on economic growth and innovation. The government's dedication to infrastructure development and digital initiatives has garnered widespread approval, with many viewing these as vital for boosting India's global competitiveness. A standout feature for the diaspora is the significant reduction in gold import duty from 15% to 6%, applicable to both gold and silver. This move is seen as particularly beneficial for Non-Res...

September 16, 2024 5:21 PM

PM Modi hails Budget 2024, says it will speed up growth and empower middle class

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday praised the Union Budget 2024-25 as a significant driver of economic development and empowerment for all sections of Indian society. In his post-budget remarks, PM Modi emphasized the budget's focus on rural development, poverty alleviation, and agricultural prosperity. "This is a budget that will guide the country’s villages, poor, and farmers towards prosperity. Over the past 10 years, 25 crore people have risen out of poverty. This budget supports th...