Opinion

FM unveils a realistic, smart Budget with a vision

02 Feb 2023 12:38 PM IST

The budget is a statement of vision and, in my belief and opinion, the “budget halwa” has been sweet for most sections of society. How do we evaluate Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s budget, especially in from the perspective of the challenging times we are in globally? As the saying goes:

BUDGET REAFFIRMS MODI GOVERNMENT’S FOCUS ON MIDDLE CLASS, FARMERS

02 Feb 2023 08:33 AM IST

The “Amrit Kaal” Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has reaffirmed that the Central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi keeps its focus on well-being and welfare of the middle class and farmers of the country. Apart from unfolding measures and steps to address problems being faced by

Budget is a balanced, growth-oriented one

02 Feb 2023 08:28 AM IST

The Union Budget 2023- 24 is largely a balanced and a growth-oriented budget. Given the prevailing global economic uncertainty and the fact that elections are forthcoming, the budget is merely on expected lines. While the fiscal deficit is estimated to be 5.9% of GDP, and aimed to reach a fiscal

WHAT NEXT AFTER THE BHARAT JODO YATRA?

01 Feb 2023 09:17 AM IST

Rahul Gandhi’s marathon Bharat Jodo Yatra ended with a grand finale in Srinagar after the Congress leader hoisted the national flag at Lal Chowk. There is no denying the immediate impact of the yatra on the former Congress President’s image. The message that he carried, one of unity, also found

Time to save every drop as water will not last forever

01 Feb 2023 09:14 AM IST

Indian media is obsessed with crime, cinema and cricket. If one adds politics to this, there is no place for any other news, howsoever important it may be. We hardly realise that we can enjoy all these only if we survive and it is time that the focus is changed

Why the world is watching India’s Budget

01 Feb 2023 09:08 AM IST

Today is an important day—not just for India, but for the entire world. Perhaps for the first time in many years, the entire globe will tune in when the Finance Minister of India presents her budget. India has earned a special place in the hearts of global citizens–we tugged at

Australia must act against Khalistanis

31 Jan 2023 08:44 AM IST

Khalistani extremists’ violence against Indian Hindus and people of Indian origin is becoming a global issue. It is already a major problem in the UK and Canada; it has reared its head in the United States, and now it has taken a violent turn in Australia. As part of the

Budget can go a long way to ensure universal access to quality, cost-effective healthcare

31 Jan 2023 08:40 AM IST

The Finance Ministry has been developing budget proposals for the coming fiscal year (2022-2023). The Union Budget will be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1 in Parliament. The government has had consultations with the relevant stakeholders. , Industry and civil society have made multiple sectoral recommendations for

Big hike in Defence budget allocation urgently needed

31 Jan 2023 08:35 AM IST

India has the third-largest military in the world and is the sixth-largest spender on defense. However, at around USD 70.2 billion, the defense budget is much lower than the USD 750 billion incurred by the US and the USD 237 billion incurred by China during the current fiscal year. Defense

Drug bust reveals Gurugram’s Underbelly

30 Jan 2023 08:47 AM IST

The Friday night raid by the Gurugram police along with other state agencies on Casa Danza, a nightclub located in the Udyog Vihar area, has revealed the ugly side of the millennium city. While the authorities should be commended for busting the thriving narcotics business in the area, questions remain

What to expect for Agriculture Budget 2023?

30 Jan 2023 08:43 AM IST

The agriculture sector, which accounts for 18% of the GDP, has received more attention than any other union business in many ways. Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit the country two years ago, the agriculture sector has been the most resilient and has absorbed economic shocks. , , Despite the rising

The delicate act of maximizing fiscal impulse

30 Jan 2023 08:36 AM IST

The FY24 Union Budget will be presented against the backdrop of renewed uncertainties around global and domestic growth and, of course, the Union elections in May 2024. However, even as additional support for some vulnerable segments of the economy is warranted, the policy focus is expected to remain on investing