Page 11 - Latest Updates on Nirmala Sitharaman
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Ayodhya on two-day visit
Traditional melodies filled the air as her convoy, under tight security, proceeded to Hotel Radisson, before she began her scheduled engagements
 "Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Ayodhya on two-day visit")
How GIFT City's new forex settlement system can be a game-changer for India
The new real-time foreign currency settlement system situates GIFT City among global financial centres like Hong Kong and Tokyo, with a promise of faster transactions and better liquidity
 "How GIFT City's new forex settlement system can be a game-changer for India")
Noel, Chandra meet Shah, Sitharaman amid rising tension at Tata Trusts
It is learnt that the govt decided to intervene and called an urgent meeting to help resolve a crisis at the leading business house of the country and deliberate on ''misgovernance'' at Tata Trusts
 "Noel, Chandra meet Shah, Sitharaman amid rising tension at Tata Trusts")
Amit Shah, Sitharaman meet Tata Group trustees amid boardroom dispute
Tata Group trustees, including Noel Tata and N Chandrasekaran, met Home Minister Amit Shah and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman amid internal disputes over board appointments at Tata Sons
 "Amit Shah, Sitharaman meet Tata Group trustees amid boardroom dispute")
Tech must not be weaponised to thwart global progress: FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister asks fintechs to focus on trust, safety and financial inclusion
 "Tech must not be weaponised to thwart global progress: FM Sitharaman")
Sitharaman launches foreign currency settlement system at GIFT City
Currently foreign currency transactions usually get settled with a lag of 36 to 48 hours
 "Sitharaman launches foreign currency settlement system at GIFT City")
Sitharaman launches campaign to return ₹1.84 trn unclaimed financial assets
Most of the locked-up funds are in the form of deposits, insurance, provident fund, and shares, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said, calling on officials to ensure they reach the rightful owners
 "Sitharaman launches campaign to return ₹1.84 trn unclaimed financial assets")
India must shape global outcomes, not remain passive spectator: Sitharaman
'Very foundation of the global order is shifting beneath our feet,' says Finance Minister
Private sector sees scope in India as govt maintains capex push: Sitharaman
She said public expenditure has increased significantly in the last five years, and the government remains committed to continuing with capex.
 "Private sector sees scope in India as govt maintains capex push: Sitharaman")
FM proposes 'Pension Sakhis' to drive NPS growth, launches new scheme
FM Nirmala Sitharaman proposed training women as Pension Sakhis to boost NPS enrolments and launched the Multiple Scheme Framework giving subscribers greater flexibility
 "FM proposes 'Pension Sakhis' to drive NPS growth, launches new scheme")
FM to kick off nationwide campaign on unclaimed financial assets on Oct 4
The campaign will be inaugurated by the Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister on October 4 from Gandhinagar, Gujarat, an official statement said
Karur stampede: Nirmala Sitharaman, L Murgan visit injured at hospital
The death toll rose to 41 today, with two more victims succumbing to injuries, while 67 others continue to receive treatment in various hospitals
 "Karur stampede: Nirmala Sitharaman, L Murgan visit injured at hospital")
FM Nirmala Sitharaman to inaugurate Kautilya Economic Conclave on Oct 3
The fourth Kautilya Economic Conclave will open Oct 3 with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurating the three-day event on prosperity in turbulent global times
 "FM Nirmala Sitharaman to inaugurate Kautilya Economic Conclave on Oct 3")
FM Sitharaman to inaugurate 4th Kautilya Economic Conclave 2025 on Oct 3
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will close the proceedings with reflections on India's foreign and economic policy on October 5
 "FM Sitharaman to inaugurate 4th Kautilya Economic Conclave 2025 on Oct 3")
Efficient administration: GST Appellate Tribunal needs close monitoring
The launch of the GST Appellate Tribunal marks a key reform in India's tax system, but its success will hinge on capacity, efficiency, and fair handling of disputes
 "Efficient administration: GST Appellate Tribunal needs close monitoring")
India's resilience stands out amid global uncertainty: FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman says India's resilience is built on strong fundamentals, reforms and governance, urging banks to maintain robust balance sheets and consumer trust
 "India's resilience stands out amid global uncertainty: FM Sitharaman")
India's resilience stands out amid global uncertainties: FM Sitharaman
Sitharaman said the economic resilience has continued, particularly in the April-June quarter this year, as well, where India's GDP has grown by 7.8%
Delhi CM to transfer Ladli scheme honorarium to 40k beneficiaries on Oct 1
The move is part of the ongoing Seva Pakhwada (service fortnight) to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 75th birthday
 "Delhi CM to transfer Ladli scheme honorarium to 40k beneficiaries on Oct 1")
'GST reform not mere tax change but revolution', says FM Sitharaman
Addressing the gathering, Minister Sitharaman paid tribute to women workers who form the backbone of the matchbox industry
 "'GST reform not mere tax change but revolution', says FM Sitharaman")
Large ships get infrastructure status in boost to maritime industry
Move seen to ease financing woes of India's nascent shipbuilding industry
 "Large ships get infrastructure status in boost to maritime industry")