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In a largely overlooked revelation, India’s Finance Minister unveiled crucial budget disclosures, signaling impending transformative changes in taxation.

In a largely overlooked revelation, India’s Finance Minister unveiled crucial budget disclosures, signaling impending transformative changes in taxation.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget for 2024-25, presented on July 23 and approved by Parliament on August 8, included an important yet overlooked disclosure found in Statement No 27-A. The 54th Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting made noteworthy decisions to enhance the tax system’s efficiency. However, challenges remain, such as addressing GST on ...

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Education Minister Accuses CM Stalin of Turning States Against Each Other Over NEP Funds: A New Political Game?

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has accused Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin of creating division among states over the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP). Pradhan responded to Stalin’s claims that states refusing to adopt NEP are being denied funds from the Samagra Shiksha Scheme. He emphasized that while competition among states is ...

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Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu pledges support for struggling SpiceJet amidst soaring demand in India’s airline industry.

Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu pledges support for struggling SpiceJet amidst soaring demand in India’s airline industry.

Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu has addressed the challenges faced by SpiceJet, emphasizing the government’s commitment to ensuring a balance in aviation operations amid rising demand in India. The airline is currently under increased scrutiny due to its financial and legal difficulties, with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation implementing enhanced surveillance measures. Naidu highlighted ...

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Union Education Minister Accuses Stalin of State Rivalry, Igniting Debate on NEP and Fund Fairness – Who’s Really Winning?

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has criticized Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin for claiming that the central government is unfairly withholding funds from well-performing states that oppose the new National Education Policy (NEP). In a recent statement, Pradhan emphasized that healthy competition among states is important, but he believes that creating divisions among ...

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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces key GST reforms, including a GoM to reduce insurance taxes and lower rates on cancer drugs.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces key GST reforms, including a GoM to reduce insurance taxes and lower rates on cancer drugs.

During the 54th GST Council meeting, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the formation of a Group of Ministers (GoM) to evaluate the GST rates for life and health insurance. This GoM will be led by Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and is expected to submit its report by the end of October 2024. ...

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Maharashtra celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi, as Chief Minister Shinde welcomes the deity, praying for prosperity amidst challenges faced by farmers.

Maharashtra celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi, as Chief Minister Shinde welcomes the deity, praying for prosperity amidst challenges faced by farmers.

Maharashtra’s Chief Minister Eknath Shinde celebrated the start of the ten-day Ganesh Festival by welcoming Lord Ganesh to his official residence in Mumbai. Accompanied by his wife and son, Shrikant Shinde, the CM performed a traditional puja, praying for the state’s well-being and prosperity. He noted the good rainfall this year, expressing hope for a ...

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Ukraine’s parliament appoints new foreign minister Andrii Sybiha as President Zelenskyy reshuffles his cabinet amid escalating war challenges.

Ukraine’s parliament appoints new foreign minister Andrii Sybiha as President Zelenskyy reshuffles his cabinet amid escalating war challenges.

Ukraine’s parliament has approved a new foreign minister, Andrii Sybiha, as part of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s efforts to revitalize his administration amid an ongoing war with Russia. Sybiha, who previously served as an ambassador to Turkey and worked as a deputy to former minister Dmytro Kuleba, takes on this crucial role as the conflict enters ...

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Trade Minister Piyush Goyal advocates for a border adjustment tax to protect India’s steel industry from predatory imports and boost production.

Trade Minister Piyush Goyal advocates for a border adjustment tax to protect India’s steel industry from predatory imports and boost production.

Trade Minister Piyush Goyal recently proposed a border adjustment tax (BAT) to protect India’s steel industry from cheap imports. Speaking at a steel conclave, he emphasized the need for this tax to level the playing field, as Indian producers face higher costs due to local taxes. However, some experts suggest that BAT might only slightly ...

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India’s Bold Move: Finance Minister Eases Expenditure Caps for Economic Growth

India’s Bold Move: Finance Minister Eases Expenditure Caps for Economic Growth

The Finance Ministry has announced relaxed spending norms for capital expenditures over Rs 500 crore, aiming to boost this fiscal year’s capital expenditure, which is set at an ambitious Rs 11.11 trillion. This decision comes as government spending slowed down during the recent general elections. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed an 11.1% increase in capital ...

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Pakistan’s Tax Battle: Finance Minister Urges Traders Amid Protests

Pakistan’s Tax Battle: Finance Minister Urges Traders Amid Protests

Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb recently urged traders to comply with tax regulations to help strengthen the country’s struggling economy. During a press conference in Islamabad, he highlighted that while the government’s tax revenue rose by 29 percent last year, the tax-to-GDP ratio remains low at 8.8 percent, far from the sustainable target of 15 ...

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