Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman responded to concerns about capital outflows from India, stating investment trends cannot be viewed narrowly through the growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) sectors. She said broader economic fundamentals continue to attract investment across industries.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will brief three ministerial groups of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council in New Delhi this week. The groups will discuss rate rationalisation, health and life insurance, and phasing out the compensation cess. Proposal to Simplify GST Slabs The government is considering moving from the current four-tier structure to two […]
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has strongly advocated for enhanced international climate finance, urging multilateral institutions to step up their efforts in supporting developing nations transitioning to greener economies. Speaking at a recent forum, Sitharaman pointed out that countries face serious financial constraints in meeting climate goals due to insufficient
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has praised the Indian bureaucracy as “one of the finest in the world,” highlighting its role in executing governance with dedication and precision. Speaking at an official function in Tamil Nadu, Sitharaman underlined the efficiency, commitment, and ethical conduct of India’s civil servants as the cornerstone of national
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has stated that India and the United States are moving steadily toward concluding the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement by fall 2025. Addressing the Indian community in San Francisco, she underlined that resolving reciprocal tariff issues remains a central part of the negotiation framework. Strategic Engagements and High-Level
Comedian Kunal Kamra has found himself at the center of controversy once again, this time with a second summons issued against him. The summons come as part of his ongoing feud with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, which has escalated due to Kamra’s satirical comments about the minister. Despite the legal pressure, Kamra has doubled […]
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces imminent reductions in GST rates and rationalization of tax slabs, with the review process in its final stages, aiming to simplify the tax structure and promote economic growth.
India seeks a balanced trade agreement with the U.S., aiming to double bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030, while prioritizing national economic interests amid discussions on tariff reductions and reciprocal measures.
In recent months, the Indian stock market has experienced a notable outflow of Foreign Institutional Investments (FIIs), raising concerns among investors and policymakers. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has addressed this issue, attributing the FII sell-off to global market dynamics and monetary policy adjustments in developed economies. Global Factors Influencing FII
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman called on India to defy Western influence while crafting its identity as “Brand Bharat.” Speaking at the India Ideas Conclave 2024 in Bengaluru, she highlighted the need for India to take charge of its narrative and ethical production standards without succumbing to external pressures. Rejecting Western Diktats Citing















