Economists said that the government had largely anticipated the policy action on tariffs in November when the election results came out
Industry demands measures to boost consumption via direct tax benefits, higher outlay on PM KISAN, MGNREGA along with increase in daily wage rates under MGNREGA
The additional funds will be essential for supporting demand side incentives, capital expenditures for building hydrogen infrastructure and hydrogen hub development
India's dry fruits market is projected to hit $12 billion by 2029, growing at 18 per cent CAGR
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2025 in the Lok Sabha on February 1
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The industry also stressed the need to increase the average speed of freight trains to 50 kmph and deploy advanced 12,000 HP electric locomotives
Arvind Kejriwal highlighted the pivotal role of the middle class in driving the Indian economy, lamenting their exploitation for tax purposes without adequate support
Employment Linked Incentive Scheme and the Prime Minister Internship Scheme likely to get support
The upcoming Budget may raise the rebate further, potentially making income up to Rs 10 lakh tax-free
Industry stakeholders have also highlighted the need for consistent policy support and investments in skill development to ensure the sector's long-term sustainability
Low health care expenditure at about 2.1 per cent of GDP for FY23, compared to both developing and developed nations
The government is likely to continue with a zero or minimal borrowing plan for the national transporter
SEA emphasised the need to launch the 'National Mission on Edible Oils' (NMEO) with increased financial support to boost oilseeds production and reduce import dependency
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Critics say that so far, the Modi government, in its third term, has resisted from making any bold or path-breaking initiatives for the farm sector
Nearly 47 million, or 63 per cent of those who did file returns last year, paid nothing
It has pitched for a cut in licence fee, and suggested that the definition of gross revenue (GR) be made more precise