Page 17 - Latest Updates on Nirmala Sitharaman
India eyes strong trade deal with US, aims to double trade: Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that amid a growing global tariff war, India will have to move smartly to guard against dumping of goods from nations that are facing higher US tariffs
 "India eyes strong trade deal with US, aims to double trade: Sitharaman")
Very close to decision on reducing GST rates & slabs: Nirmala Sitharaman
Speaking on the ongoing efforts to simplify the GST structure, Nirmala Sitharaman said, 'We are very close to closing in on a final call on the reduction in GST rates and slabs'
 "Very close to decision on reducing GST rates & slabs: Nirmala Sitharaman")
Indian banks must continue to innovate, boost efficiency: Finance Minister
The finance minister virtually inaugurated 70 branches across India, 501 women customer service points, coinciding with the International Women's Day
 "Indian banks must continue to innovate, boost efficiency: Finance Minister")
WTO compliant trade tariffs meant for national development: FM Sitharaman
Reacting to a query in defence of 100 per cent trade tariffs on some US imports, the finance minister said that tariffs are legitimate instruments
 "WTO compliant trade tariffs meant for national development: FM Sitharaman")
Will keep India's interests on top in US trade talks: FM Sitharaman
Says govt seized of potential reciprocal tariff problems
India is closely monitoring trade talks with US, says FM Sitharaman
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is currently in the US for discussions aimed at safeguarding Indian exporters' interest
 "India is closely monitoring trade talks with US, says FM Sitharaman")
Don't be mere spectator, grab global opportunities: PM Modi to industry
The PM also pressed the point that India remains a growth engine for the global economy and that it has proven its resilience in challenging situations
 "Don't be mere spectator, grab global opportunities: PM Modi to industry")
Jan Vishwas Bill 2.0: Govt working to boost trust-based governance, says FM
Govt plans to bring Jan Vishwas Bill 2.0 to decriminalise over 100 provisions, said FM Sitharaman at a post-Budget webinar on 'Regulatory, Investment and EODB reforms'
 "Jan Vishwas Bill 2.0: Govt working to boost trust-based governance, says FM")
Govt committed to easing regulations, boosting export economy: Sitharaman
In her 2025-26 Budget speech, the minister had announced that a high-level committee for regulatory reforms will be set up for a review of all non-financial sector regulations
 "Govt committed to easing regulations, boosting export economy: Sitharaman")
Footwear major Bata India bats for footwear PLI to boost output, exports
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had announced a focus product scheme for the footwear sector in her Budget 2025 speech last month
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Best of BS Opinion: India needs to recalibrate in a changing world order
Today's editorials and columns look at the world through the lens of relationships, and how they don't always turn out as intended
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Sitharaman urges civil accounts officers to simplify Govt's annual accounts
She said that since a lot of digital integration has already taken place with the states, more research can be carried out based on the data set available with the CGA
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BS Manthan highlights: US protective of its top dog status, it feels beleaguered, says Suman Bery
Business Standard Manthan highlights: Catch all the latest developments from the summit here
 "BS Manthan highlights: US protective of its top dog status, it feels beleaguered, says Suman Bery")
India Inc best judge, but govt would like speedier pvt investment: FM
Holding that global trade is going to be completely reset, Sitharaman said India has to ramp up bilateral relationships with friendly countries
 "India Inc best judge, but govt would like speedier pvt investment: FM")
Economic matters should transcend political divides: Nirmala Sitharaman
BS Manthan: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman described the ongoing global turbulence as a "splashing" of forces, urging India to actively participate rather than remain a bystander
 "Economic matters should transcend political divides: Nirmala Sitharaman")
BS Manthan: Bilateralism now topping the agenda, says FM Sitharaman
The global churn and India's reset played out on day one of BS thought summit, with the who's who from government, economy, banking, defence coming together
 "BS Manthan: Bilateralism now topping the agenda, says FM Sitharaman")
BS Manthan: A thought-provoking day-1 of insights on economy, policies
Experts discuss India's growth, global trade shifts, climate action, EVs, defence, and more
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Manthan Day 1 Highlights: Against all odds, India is moving ahead with growth, says FM Sitharaman
Business Standard Manthan updates: Catch all the latest developments from the summit here
 "Manthan Day 1 Highlights: Against all odds, India is moving ahead with growth, says FM Sitharaman")
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex ends flat at 74,612; NBFCs shine while Smallcaps, wire-makers tank
Stock Market Highlights: The Nifty moved in a narrow band of 100-odd points before settling marginally in red at 22,545. Bajaj twins and Shriram Finance gained, while UltraTech plunged 5% on Thursday.
 "Stock Market Highlights: Sensex ends flat at 74,612; NBFCs shine while Smallcaps, wire-makers tank")
Global order won't be determined by developed nations: FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman spoke on the theme 'The Great Reset: India in a New World Order' at BS Manthan
 "Global order won't be determined by developed nations: FM Sitharaman")