Union Budget session 2025 highlights: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables Economic Survey

Budget session latest highlights: Finance Minister Sitharaman tabled the Economic Survey today ahead of the presentation of the Budget. Catch the latest developments related to Union Budget here

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Fundamentals of Indian economy remain robust with stable private consumption, says Economic Survey

"As the country aims to accelerate its economic growth rate in the coming years, it has the tailwind of strong balance sheets in the domestic corporate and financial sectors. But, globalisation is on the retreat," the survey stated.

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Date, time & where to watch FM Nirmala Sitharaman budget speech

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will begin her Budget speech in Lok Sabha at 11:00 am on February 1.

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India's GDP growth projected between FY26 between 6.3% and 6.8%, economic survey says

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Economic Survey 2025 today.

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News update: Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha adjourned

The Union Budget session started today with President Droupadi Murmu addressing both Houses of Parliament.

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Union Budget 2025 LIVE updates: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables Economic Survey 2024-25

The Economic Survey, prepared by the Economic Division of the Department of Economic Affairs in the Ministry of Finance and formulated under the supervision of the chief economic adviser, provides insights into the state of the economy.

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Union Budget 2025 LIVE updates: Economic Survey likely to project 6.3-6.8% GDP growth

The economic survey, coming a day ahead of the annual budget, is likely to project GDP growth of 6.3 per cent-6.8 per cent in 2025-26, Reuters reported today.

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Incumbent for PM Modi to expose and go after them: Karti Chidambaram on 'foreign interference' remarks

"It's incumbent upon him to expose that foreign interference and use every organ of the state and all forums he has internationally to expose them and go after them legally,” Congress leader Karti Chidambaram said today.

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Union Budget LIVE updates: President Droupadi Murmu departs from Parliament

In her speech, Droupadi Murmu emphasised that government schemes have lifted millions out of poverty and continue to shape India’s future. 

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President Murmu opens Budget session 2025: schemes in focus

President Murmu's speech outlined major government policies and future plans, focusing on housing, healthcare, women empowerment, and youth development. Read here for more details.

11:59 AM

President Murmu on AI, cybercrime, and deepfake technology

President Murmu highlighted the growing threats posed by digital fraud, cybercrime, and deepfake technology. She highlighted that these challenges are critical concerns for social, financial, and national security. Government has started 'India AI Mission' to further India's contribution in the field of artificial intelligence, she said.

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India is making its presence felt as a major global player in field of digital technology, says President

My government has used digital technology as a tool for social justice, equality, says President Murmu. 

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Government setting up modern education system for students through National Education Policy, says Prez Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu underscored her government's commitment to establishing a modern education system for students, under the National Education Policy.

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Digi Payment Sakhis connecting people in remote areas to financial system, says President Murmu

Banking and Digi Payment Sakhis playing important role in connecting people in remote areas to financial system, says President Murmu. 

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Aiming for 3 crore 'Lakhpati Didis', says President Murmu

More than 91 lakh self help groups are being empowered under National Rural Livelihood Mission: President Murmu.

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'One Nation, One Election' and Waqf Amendment Bill big decisions of govt: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu underscored tha the government has taken big decisions on issues such as Waqf boards and 'One Nation, One Election' bill. 

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Govt has placed special emphasis on education, says President Murmu

My government has placed special focus on education of youth and creating new employment opportunities for them, says President Murmu.

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Government working with thrice the speed, says President Murmu

"Under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, the government has decided to provide health insurance to six crore citizens aged 70 years and more," President Murmu said today. 

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Government is injecting new energy into India’s development journey, says President Droupadi Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu announced the decision to expand the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, aiming to provide new homes to an additional three crore families, further strengthening the country's commitment to inclusive growth.

 

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Union Budget LIVE updates: President Droupadi Murmu addresses joint session of Parliament

President Murmu paid homage to former PM Manmohan Singh who passed away recently.

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Union Budget 2025 Live Updates: President Droupadi Murmu's ceremonial arrival

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla welcome President Murmu in Parliament.

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Union Budget 2025 LIVE update: For first time no foreign meddling before Budget, says PM Modi

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Budget 2025 LIVE: May Goddess Lakshmi bless the poor, middle-class, says PM Modi

"In this budget session, all the MPs will contribute towards strengthening developed India. This is a golden opportunity especially for the young MPs. Because the more awareness and participation they increase in the House, the more fruits of a developed India they will see before their eyes. Therefore, this is a precious opportunity for young MPs," 

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Budget 2025 LIVE updates: Ahead of the Budget Session, I bow down to Maa Lakshmi, says PM Modi

"Innovation, inclusion, and investment have always been the foundation of our economic strategy. During this session, as in the past, many significant bills will be discussed in the House. After thorough deliberation, these bills will be enacted into law to strengthen the nation," PM Modi said today ahead of the Budget session.

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Budget 2025 LIVE updates: Innovation, inclusion to drive India's economic growth, says PM Modi

"I can say with confidence this Budget session will infuse new confidence, energy in attaining our goal of 'Viksit Bharat',"  says PM Modi. 

10:21 AM

Union Budget 2025 LIVE: Industry seeks tax relief, capex boost, reforms at FinMin's pre-budget meet

Tax exemption for the middle class, reduction in excise duty on fuel, and continued push towards public capex were some of the key suggestions made to the finance ministry during pre-Budget discussions with industry representatives on Monday. The fifth round of consultations on the upcoming Budget with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and top government officials focused on employment generation.

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Budget session 2025 LIVE updates: NDA allies' key demands during Budget session

At the all-party meeting, the Janata Dal (United), a constituent of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance, sought an extension in the tenure of the committee scrutinising the Bills proposing simultaneous elections, while another partner, the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), demanded a “special industrial package” for Bihar. The Janata Dal (United) wants Parliament to also discuss India’s position on AI and how it can meet the Chinese challenge.

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Union Budget 2025 LIVE: Opposition seeks debate in Parliament on Maha Kumbh tragedy

At Thursday's all-party meeting, Opposition parties called for the Maha Kumbh stampede to be discussed during the upcoming Budget session of Parliament.   The parties slammed the government for not sharing information about the incident and accused the U.P. government of prioritizing VIP visits to Prayagraj.

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Budget Session to begin on Jan 31 with President's address

The President will address both the Houses of Parliament assembled together in the Lok Sabha chamber on Friday and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the General Budget on Saturday.

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Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024 to be taken up during Budget session

A series of important bills are likely to be taken up during the session. These include the Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, aimed at strengthening banking regulations and oversight, and the Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which focuses on enhancing the operational efficiency of the Indian Railways.

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Union Budget 2025 LIVE: Who prepares the Economic Survey?

The Economic Survey is authored by the economic division within the department of economic affairs, under the guidance from the chief economic advisor (CEA). The finance minister presents it to Parliament.