Soz to Lalu: waiver virus spreads With the Government announcing waiver of farmer loans to the tune of Rs 60,000 crore, a loan-waiver virus is sweeping the political establishment...
Life banao for one and all As anticipated the finance minister has tabled a populist Budget with the social sector issues being the focus areas.
Harvesting the digital divide I would like to congratulate the finance minister on unveiling a Budget that is going to benefit the agriculture sector immensely. However, at the same time, I have a deep sense of disappointment for the government's inaction towards the growing digital divide.
Election-year bonanza I would say that the sops announced in this Budget are well-designed and well-targeted and would be welcomed in the election year. The overall reduction in the excise duty would also lead to additional demand and help maintain the GDP growth.
All inclusive package Although this budget may have very little direct impact on my industry, that is, advertising and media, it will definitely have a big impact on the economy and will stimulate demand for goods and services in general.
No specific sops for radio The Budget has little to offer to the media industry in general and to the radio industry in particular. No specific measures that could contribute to the growth of the radio industry have been announced.
Not so sporting, after all The UPA government’s last Budget of the current term may have granted Preity Zinta’s wish by offering more tax exemption to women in the workforce.
