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In her last budget speech before general elections, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has presented an all-encompassing, growth-focused financial ro
This article discusses the macroeconomic background against which the interim budget was set, including India's growth rate in H1 FY24 and the slowdow
Policy continuity is crucial for sustainable economic growth. The interim budget reflects the Modi government's commitment to this principle, focusing
The biggest positive in the interim budget was the fiscal discipline displayed by capping the fiscal deficit for 2024-25 at 5.1%. The fact that the go
The 2019 interim budget provided income tax rebate, social security coverage, and railway capex. The latest budget focused on fiscal discipline and ea
India's macro stability amidst global economic challenges is attributed to prudent fiscal management, reform measures, and sustained investments in in
India's interim budget focuses on supporting infrastructure and energy sectors. The central government has launched infrastructure development program
In terms of priorities, the interim budget has continued its focus on raising capital expenditure - the type of expenditure which creates assets (thin
The Vote on Account presented by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, aligns perfectly with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of fostering a resil
The interim budget signifies a departure from sector-specific handouts, prioritizing fiscal consolidation with a lower-than-expected fiscal deficit. T
The budget claims to be pro-welfare. However, allocations made cannot be taken at face value. Allocations for major welfare schemes in the 2023-24 bud
India has made remarkable strides in health indicators over the last four decades, with infant mortality and maternal mortality improving significantl
Some might fret over the likely impact on economic growth of the capex compression. However, GoI could well argue that the private sector is likely to
The response to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's interim budget has highlighted the absence of populist measures and a commitment to a five-year
One joy in gossiping is the innate camaraderie and trust among colleagues. By exchanging personal stories, opinions and jokes, you can feel more conne
More Indians are valuing contemporary artworks, thanks to Indian contemporary artists and the upcoming Indian Art Fair. The art market is becoming mor
Self-pity is a pit in which we can so easily fall in. Whenever we fail to achieve what we are striving for; when we are let down by friends, we're ove
Germany's experiment with a 4-day work week may not maintain productivity, but it could address wage inflation and promote more regular employment for
Two activists targeted the Mona Lisa at the Louvre in Paris to highlight food insecurity in France. The 16th-century masterpiece is shielded by bullet
Most of our ordinary tasks require some degree of focus so that we can perform them satisfactorily, whether it is studying for exams as a student, wor
