LIVE Union Budget Coverage: The Union Budget 2025, set to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at 11 am, is drawing attention for its potential tax benefits. The salaried class is closely watching for revisions in income tax slabs and additional exemptions, which could provide financial relief. With the Cabinet’s approval in place, the Budget will outline the government’s fiscal strategy for the year.
- Union Budget 2025 LIVE: FM Sitharaman Announces Financial Sector Reforms
- Union Budget 2025 LIVE: Announces Makhana Board in Bihar for Agricultural Growth
In her Union Budget 2025 speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the creation of a Makhana Board in Bihar. The board will focus on improving the production, processing, value addition, and marketing of Makhana.
She added, “People engaged in Makhana farming and related activities will be organized into FPOs (Farmer Producer Organizations), with the board providing handholding and training support to Makhana farmers.”
- Union Budget 2025 Live: FM Sitharaman Announces Infrastructure Development for IITs
In her Union Budget 2025 speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said, “Five Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) will receive additional infrastructure development, benefitting at least 6,000 students.”
- Union Budget 2025 LIVE: FM Sitharaman Announces Ambition to Make India a Global Toy Manufacturing Hub
In her Union Budget 2025 speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said, “We are committed to making India a global hub for toy manufacturing. This will be an export-focused approach, positioning India as a key player in the industry currently dominated by Asian countries like China.”
- Budget 2025: FM Announces National Manufacturing Mission to Boost Industries
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman revealed the government’s plan to set up a National Manufacturing Mission. The mission will cover small, medium, and large industries, aiming to boost the manufacturing sector’s growth and enhance India’s industrial capacity.
- Budget 2025: FM Highlights India’s Growth, Outlines Vision for ‘Sabka Vikas’
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her Union Budget 2025 speech, said India remains the fastest-growing major economy, attributing this momentum to structural reforms and policy measures over the past decade. She noted that global confidence in India’s potential has strengthened, presenting an opportunity to drive ‘Sabka Vikas’ over the next five years.
The government aims to support balanced regional growth, ensuring development reaches all sections of society.
- Union Budget 2025 Live: Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojna Announced to Support 1.7 Crore Farmers
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojna in the Union Budget 2025, a new initiative designed to benefit 1.7 crore farmers across 100 districts. Rolled out in partnership with state governments, the scheme aims to create more livelihood opportunities in rural areas, making migration a choice rather than a necessity.