Page 20 - Latest Updates on Nirmala Sitharaman
Tech integration in Op Sindoor a global case study: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
The finance minister said on Thursday that tech-led coordination during Operation Sindoor marks a turning point in India's defence strategy
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Industries with AI to propel India to 3rd-largest economy: FM Sitharaman
FM says adoption of tech could have accelerated productivity gains
FM meets ADB President; seeks support for integrated rural prosperity
The discussions focused on shaping the partnership in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for Viksit Bharat by 2047
Govt to operationalise Rs 1-trillion innovation fund in next 3 months
With ₹20,000 crore already allocated, the ANRM innovation fund will support private-sector R&D in critical technologies like EVs, clean energy, and deep tech
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FM directs public insurers to adopt AI, expand portfolios for new risks
FM asks state-run insurers to tackle emerging risks like cyber fraud, diversify products, use AI for pricing and claims, improve penetration and transform digitally
Tariff suspense a key risk to Indian economy, says finance ministry
FinMin report flags India Inc's foreign investments
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FM Nirmala Sitharaman signals policy aid to fintechs in Pine Labs visit
Sitharaman may visit more fintech companies and global capability centres across major cities
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FM Sitharaman visits Pine Labs Noida office, lauds India's fintech sector
During her visit to Pine Labs in Noida, FM Sitharaman praised India's fintech sector for delivering secure and inclusive digital financial services to MSMEs and merchants
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GST Council to take up rate rationalisation issue in next meeting
A GoM headed by Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary is looking into the future of compensation cess beyond March 2026
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Nirmala Sitharaman gets court notice over remarks on AAP leader's marriage
A Delhi court has issued notice to Nirmala Sitharaman over alleged defamatory remarks about AAP leader Somnath Bharti's marriage during election campaign
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Expedite M&As that pose no competition threat: FM Sitharaman to CCI
Antitrust regulator must balance 'regulatory vigilance with a pro-growth mindset', says Nirmala Sitharaman
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CCI to bring new toolkit for curbing cartels in public procurement
The antitrust watchdog has been concerned over private companies taking advantage of lack of such checks in the systems to form cartels while bidding for public procurement tenders
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FM Nirmala Sitharaman to meet PSB chiefs on Thursday for annual review
The cumulative profits of PSBs surged to a record ₹1.78 trillion in FY25, registering a growth rate of 26 per cent over the previous year. All 12 PSBs saw profits of ₹1.41 trillion in FY24.
Indo-Pak tensions: PSBs fortified ops in sensitive areas along border
Banks such as Punjab & Sind Bank, Canara Bank, Union Bank of India, and Punjab National Bank have asked their circle heads to stay in their zonal offices
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FM asks banks to stay alert, says financial system remains robust
Finance Minister asks banks to ensure uninterrupted banking, cyber vigilance and ATM cash flow amid India-Pakistan tensions; insurers told to speed up claim settlements
AI regulation needs global cooperation, not isolated moves: Sitharaman
Speaking in Milan, Finance Minister calls for common global framework for the technology
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Govt brings draft framework of 'India's Climate Finance Taxonomy'
The finance ministry's draft taxonomy aims to guide climate-aligned investments across power, mobility, buildings, MSMEs and hard-to-abate sectors
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Operation Sindoor: India shall never tolerate terrorism, says Sitharaman
The military strikes were conducted under 'Operation Sindoor' two weeks after the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians
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ITAT body raises concern over high pendency of cases at Delhi Benches
The Bar association claimed that Delhi has the "highest pendency" of cases among ITAT Benches, many involving complex legal issues and high revenue stakes
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India-EU FTA our priority, possible by December-end: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
India has taken a long-term approach towards building its supply chains keeping in mind its strategic strengths and capacities are leveraged, says FM