Modi government

Budget 2018: Govt to take steps to promote agriculture commodity exports

India is one of biggest producers and exporters of agri commodities.

Feb 01, 2018, 12:02 PM IST

Budget 2018: Modi govt launches world's largest health protection scheme

FM Jaitley, while delivering his Budget 2018 speech, announces two major schemes for health, one being health and wellness centres.

Feb 01, 2018, 11:55 AM IST

7th Pay Commission: Will Modi govt announce sops for employees in Budget 2018?

This year is going to be very crucial for lakhs of central government employees who are eagerly waiting for the recommendations of the 7th Pay Commission to be finally be implemented.

Feb 01, 2018, 09:37 AM IST

Union Budget 2018-19: Here is what infra segment expects

Made part of Union Budget last year, Railways remains a key sector and its budget will be presented by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on February 1 once again. Historically, Railway Budget was presented separate from the main Budget but even though all of that changed in 2017, it is once again expected to attract maximum attention.

Jan 31, 2018, 21:26 PM IST

Union Budget 2018: What are the expectations across markets and corporate sectors

The Narendra Modi government will unveil its budget for the 2018/19 fiscal year on Thursday, with investors expecting increased investment in key areas such as agriculture, and a slew of incentives for businesses.

Jan 31, 2018, 21:13 PM IST

Union Budget 2018-19: What are the expectation for agriculture sector

The agriculture sector is likely to get top priority in the Budget 2018.

Jan 31, 2018, 20:06 PM IST

Budget 2018: 5 things Modi government needs to do to keep investors` confidence

After the Economic Survey, much now depends on Union Budget that is all set to be presented tomorrow.

Jan 31, 2018, 17:16 PM IST

Union Budget 2018: What it holds for Banking & Telecom sectors

The Union Budget for 2018-19 is significant for the Modi government as it will be the first budget post the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax regime.

Jan 31, 2018, 16:10 PM IST

India's foreign policy is vibrant, assertive under Modi government: Chinese think tank

It further criticised India's policy towards Pakistan saying the confrontation will consume India's energy and diplomatic resources and create new problems for India in South Asia.

Jan 31, 2018, 14:27 PM IST

Budget 2018: FMCG firms urge Modi govt to spend more on rural sector

FMCG industry wants Budget 2018 to focus on rural wages, job creation.

Jan 23, 2018, 18:45 PM IST

Will Modi govt announce health insurance of upto Rs 5 lakh for all in Union Budget 2018?

Currently, only around 4 percent of the population in the country has health insurance coverage.

Jan 18, 2018, 11:19 AM IST

Will rising fuel prices bring worries for the Modi government?

Analysts also believe that if crude oil prices go beyond $70 per barrel, the government may find even more difficult.

Jan 16, 2018, 10:01 AM IST

World Bank lauds reforms and actions of Modi government

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Jan 10, 2018, 16:52 PM IST

Budget 2018: Govt may dole out tax sops to woo middle class

A section in the government wants to ensure the vocal segment is rewarded although the fiscal costs will be weighed.

Jan 08, 2018, 11:31 AM IST

Modi govt likely to miss fiscal deficit target after additional borrowing

Analysts said the additional borrowing was a "negative" that could raise the fiscal deficit to 3.5 percent of gross domestic product, against Finance Minister Arun Jaitley's stated target of 3.2 percent.

Dec 27, 2017, 19:34 PM IST

Budget 2018: Economists meet FM, urge him to increase social security pension

Former Chief Economic Adviser Arvind Virmani said the government should carry out customs and exim duty reform as the sector has not seen reforms for 10 years.

Dec 11, 2017, 17:13 PM IST

Budget 2018 not likely to be populist: PMEAC member

Asked what should be the government's reform agenda for the next 18 months, Roy said the Modi government should focus on completing the reforms undertaken by it in over the last three years.

Dec 10, 2017, 11:05 AM IST

Falsehood is the hallmark of Modi government: Arun Shourie

Arun Shourie on Sunday alleged that "falsehood" was the "hallmark" of the Narendra Modi government.

Nov 26, 2017, 21:02 PM IST

Evidence of substantial increase in employment, concerns over job creation quite exaggerated: Niti Aayog

On criticism that the government has failed to create enough jobs, Kumar said there are a large number of areas which have seen substantial increase in employment opportunities, though they may not be in organised and formal sector.

Nov 26, 2017, 13:09 PM IST

No proposal to withdraw cheque book facility: Finance Ministry

Media reports had earlier said that the central government may withdraw bank cheque book facility in the near future to encourage digital transactions.

Nov 24, 2017, 09:39 AM IST