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FM Nirmala Sitharaman launches foreign currency settlement system at GIFT IFSC to enable real-time settlements

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launched the foreign currency settlement system at GIFT IFSC. Speaking at the Global Fintech Fest 2025,…

October 7, 2025 13:25 IST

‘Future looks promising’: WinTrack’s Prawin Ganeshan hopeful after FM’s inquiry in customs bribe case

WinTrack founder Prawin Ganeshan says future looks promising after Finance Ministry inquiry into Chennai Customs bribery case.

October 6, 2025 10:23 IST

GST tribunal to cut litigation, free up working capital: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) to start hearings by December, reducing litigation and freeing working capital for MSMEs and exporters. With…

September 24, 2025 21:14 IST

Across the aisle by P Chidambaram: Time for an apology

In the last eight years, the government had used the multiple GST rates to exploit and extract the last paise…

September 14, 2025 07:45 IST

Insurance CEOs meet Finance Ministry on GST concerns

GST concerns: Insurance CEOs meet Finance Ministry officials, meeting with CBIC likely on Sept 12: Report

Insurance CEOs met Finance Ministry officials on September 10 to seek clarity on GST changes and input tax credit on…

Updated: September 10, 2025 16:03 IST

New GST reforms- Cabinet Secy to hold meeting to review sectoral concerns

New GST reforms: The Cabinet Secretary will hold a meeting on Monday to discuss the concerns raised by individual sectors.…

September 7, 2025 11:38 IST

India Open to Relaxing China Investment Curbs, Says FM Sitharaman.

Need to engage with China on market access, says FM

In a recent interview, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that India is open to easing investment restrictions on China, but…

September 5, 2025 22:01 IST

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GST Rate Cut Impact: Top 7 Takeaway for Indian Investors

Discover how the latest GST rate cuts can impact your investments and boost consumption – see which sectors benefit most…

September 4, 2025 17:53 IST

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From HDFC Life to Max Financial Services: JM Financial’s top insurance picks after GST rate revamp

Insurance stocks surge as GST scrapped on life and health policies, making premiums cheaper – explore the impact on HDFC…

September 4, 2025 10:26 IST

Inside 56th GST Council Meeting: Who’s on the 33-member team shaping India’s tax future?

The members in the GST Council comprise of Union Finance Minister, Union Ministers of State in charge of revenue and…

September 3, 2025 14:24 IST

Revised New Income Tax Bill, 2025: Here are 10 major changes likely in Bill to be tabled today

The government has withdrawn the old draft of the Income Tax Bill, 2025 and will present a revised version in…

August 11, 2025 09:00 IST

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Growth pangs

Only proactive policies would salvage the economy amid the new external shocks.

August 4, 2025 03:00 IST

Withdraw tax appeals below revised limits within 3 months, FM Sitharaman tells CBDT

Big relief coming for taxpayers: THESE low-value income tax cases to be dropped soon

Over 2.25 lakh cases involving Rs 10 lakh crore in disputed tax demands are being targeted for resolution. The Finance…

July 26, 2025 13:04 IST

'Outraged by disrespect to Indians': Nirmala Sitharaman slams Trump's comments (Image: PTI)

Delay in disposing of settled tax cases ‘unpardonable’: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman strongly criticized the Income Tax Department’s “unpardonable” delays in issuing “Order Giving Effect” (OGE) to taxpayers,…

July 25, 2025 05:23 IST

FM Sitharaman Urges NBFCs to Double Credit to 50% of Bank Lending by 2047, Focus on Fair Practices. (Image Source: PTI)

Aim to double loan book: FM Nirmala Sitharaman to NBFCs

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has set an ambitious target for Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), urging them to increase their credit…

July 10, 2025 05:16 IST

Big Relief Ahead? Centre Eyes Major GST Cut for Middle and Lower Incomes. / Representative Photo (Image Source: PTI)

Toothpastes to bicycles: Centre mulls GST relief for middle class on THESE items

The Central government is reportedly planning a major GST rate reduction, potentially eliminating the 12% slab or moving items to…

July 2, 2025 20:16 IST

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Focus of GST on promoting ease of doing biz, ensuring better compliance, says finance ministry

The finance ministry said that the focus of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) will now be on promoting ease…

Updated: July 1, 2025 17:03 IST

FE Exclusive| Nirmala Sitharaman optimistic about pickup in private investment, says, ‘we can see signs of change’

FM Nirmala Sitharaman sees clear signs of rising private investment and economic buoyancy – learn how India is navigating global…

Updated: July 1, 2025 12:07 IST

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Mumbai set to become $1.5 trillion urban economy by 2047; MMRDA reveals masterplan

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Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) is expected to become one of the world’s leading urban economies by 2047, with a projected GDP of $1.2-1.5 trillion and a population of 3.6-3.8 crore. The MMRDA has outlined a long-term plan for sustainable and inclusive growth, positioning MMR alongside global economic hubs like Tokyo, London, and Singapore. The plan aims to achieve a GDP of Rs 25 lakh crore by

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