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Budget 2024: Will Sitharaman fulfill a promise made after the Interim Budget?
Budget Tax Expectations: FM Nirmala Sitharaman plans to address tax relief in the upcoming full Budget to stimulate private consumption and economic growth. Expectations are high as she aims to cater to various income groups and key constituencies.
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Haryana elections: INLD and BSP reunite, announce alliance to fight polls together
INLD and BSP, led by Abhay Singh Chautala and Mayawati, have formed an alliance for the Haryana Assembly polls. Seat-sharing talks are ongoing. Chautala lost the Kurukshetra seat. An earlier alliance ended in February 2019 after conflicts led to the formation of JJP by Ajay Singh Chautala and Dushyant. BSP contested nine parliamentary seats. Announcement on July 11.
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Biden announces tariffs on Chinese metals routed through Mexico
The United States will now impose a 25% tariff on Mexican steel that is melted or poured outside of North America before being turned into a finished product. Previously, that steel would have entered the country duty free.
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'Shrek 5' confirmed for 2026 with original voice cast
DreamWorks Animation has announced that "Shrek 5" will be released on July 1, 2026, with original cast members Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz returning. Directed by Walt Dohrn and co-directed by Brad Ableson, the film will continue the beloved franchise. Eddie Murphy hinted at a potential spin-off centered around his character, Donkey.
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Budget 2024: What's coming up? A Sitharaman budget or a Naidu-Nitish budget?
Budget Expectations: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her seventh full budget on July 23. Known for fiscal prudence, aggressive capital expenditure, and boosting manufacturing, her previous budgets lacked populist proposals. With changed political dynamics post-elections, allies TDP and JD(U) are speculated to seek favorable treatment in the budget. Sitharaman is expected to balance fiscal discipline with growth amidst demands.
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Budget 2024: Watch her words - Important clues to Sitharaman's upcoming budget
Budget Expectations: After the BJP formed a government with allies due to a lack of majority, Nirmala Sitharaman's reappointment as finance minister signaled policy continuity. Despite the interim budget not allowing major announcements, her prudence over populism stood out. With fiscal pressures and demands for cash transfers, her upcoming budget will be closely watched.
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Budget 2024: Time for Modi 3.0 to focus on rural India and jobs
Budget 2024 Expectations: India's budget may targets rural economy, job creation, and a 5.1% fiscal deficit. Focus includes labor-intensive sectors, MSME credits, services exports, and agricultural infrastructure, addressing unemployment and inflation. Goldman Sachs notes food supply emphasis, while Citi suggests extending incentive schemes. Modi's government returned with Bharatiya Janata Party allies. Sengupta highlights long-term policy impact.
Mercer announces Siddhartha Gupta as India president
He will report to Sanjay Kedia, Marsh McLennan’s India CEO, and will join the leadership teams for Marsh McLennan in India and Mercer in the India, Middle East and Africa Region.
BJP retains most state incharges but names for UP, Maharashtra, WB not declared
BJP General Secretary Vinod Tawde will continue as in-charge of Bihar. Former Jharkhand BJP Chief and Rajya Sabha member Deepak Prakash will be his deputy. Similarly, general secretary Tarun Chugh will continue to handle Jammu and Kashmir- where elections are likely in September- and will be assisted by Ashish Sood of Delhi BJP. Chugh will also be incharge of Ladakh while Sood will be incharge of Goa.
Budget 2024: Will Budget remove the ‘killer’ angel for the sake of Indian startups?
Budget expectations for startups: Ahead of the Budget 2024, the DPIIT has proposed eliminating the Angel Tax for startups to boost capital formation. The department also aims to address the inverted duty structure and high tariffs on electronics inputs. The 'angel tax' issue has sparked political debates, with industry leaders and organizations urging its removal to facilitate startup investments. Startups will await Budget announcements with hopes for measures on angel tax.
Budget 2024: Tax cuts and lower rates top developers’ Budget wishlist
Budget Expectations: As the Union Budget 2024 nears, real estate developers eagerly await tax rationalisation and interest rate cuts for financial viability and growth. The CREDAI and Colliers survey underscores the need for GST input tax concessions and lower interest rates to boost project feasibility. Developers anticipate strong demand in Tier I and II cities, with hopes of sustaining momentum in 2024. Expectations include cost management solutions, price increases, and exploring new residential models. Developers and stakeholders look to Budget 2024 for crucial support in driving sector growth.
6 things salaried taxpayers want from Budget 2024: Hike in standard deduction, HRA exemption, work from home benefits and more
Budget 2024 expectations: The upcoming budget is expected to address salary taxation to benefit salaried individuals and boost the economy. Taxpayers expect revisions in areas like standard deduction, tax slabs, and HRA limits to ease their burden and encourage spending. Here are some of the key changes that salaried taxpayers want from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Budget 2024.
Mazagon Dock m-cap tops Rs 1 lakh crore
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders' market cap crosses ₹1 lakh crore as stock hits record high. Defence sector stocks rally on inflows from new funds and budget expectations. Analysts recommend holding investments at current valuations.
Eminem's new album: The Death of Slim Shady trailer finally launched, all you need to know
Eminem has finally announced the name of his new album in the form of a horrifying trailer, that revolves around the birth of a demon baby. The announcement sees Slim Shady coming back in a whole new avatar.
Blade Runner 2099: See cast, setting and creative team of Amazon Prime Video TV series
The "Blade Runner 2099" TV series on Amazon Prime Video expands its cast with nine new members. The series, set after the events of the original "Blade Runner" films, is currently in production in Prague and Barcelona.
Budget 2024: A look at how India’s inflation panned out within a year before Sitharaman’s key announcements
Budget 2024 India Inflation Rate | Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to unveil Budget 2024 amid a focus on India's inflation, a pivotal concern. With inflation easing to a 12-month low of 4.75% in May, the RBI aims for a sustainable 4% target. The budget will navigate challenges like food prices and global uncertainties, shaping economic policies for stability and growth.
Budget will announce historic steps, present a ‘futuristic vision,’ says President Murmu
President Murmu said that today India alone contributes to 15% of the global growth and reiterated her government’s commitment to make India the third largest economy in the world. She sought the support of the Opposition to meet this goal, invoking the Vedas and said all sides should work together “with a common idea and goal”.
BJP starts early for assembly elections with plans to announce candidates early
Sources said t the BJP is also looking to take some populist measures -- like it took in Haryana, where the BJP government revised the creamy layer limit of OBCs to ₹8 lakh from ₹6 lakh, raised backwards reservation in group A and group B jobs in the state to 27% from 15%.
Looking Back at Modi's Budget: 10 key Budget announcements in 10 years of Narendra Modi government
In its first ever Budget, the Narendra Modi government announced the much-famed Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Yojana. The then finance minister Arun Jaitley allocated Rs 100 crore to the scheme, aimed at educating, empowering and protecting the girl child. The scheme also focused on general awareness and better delivery of welfare services.
NDA focuses on president's address, floor unity; speaker's name to be announced soon
The BJP is preparing for the upcoming Parliament session by conducting consensus-building exercises with its allies for the President's address. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is leading these efforts, organizing meetings with NDA constituents to coordinate better and ensure unity in parliamentary proceedings. Discussions at these meetings, held at Singh's residence, focused on aligning NDA allies on the content of the President's address and enhancing floor coordination to present a cohesive front against the Opposition.
BJP announces leaders in charge for upcoming state Assembly elections
BJP national President J P Nadda announced leaders in charge and co-incharge for upcoming Assembly elections in Maharashtra, Haryana, Jharkhand, and Jammu and Kashmir. Bhupender Yadav and Ashwini Vaishnaw to lead in Maharashtra, Dharmendra Pradhan and Biplab Kumar Dev in Haryana, Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Himanta Biswa Sarma in Jharkhand, and G Kishan Reddy has been given the responsibility for Jammu and Kashmir.
After AIADMK announces Vikravandi bypoll boycott, DMDK follows suit
The Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK), which fought the recent Lok Sabha polls in alliance with the main opposition AIADMK, has announced its boycott of the July 10 bypoll to the Vikravandi assembly constituency. The decision follows the AIADMK's announcement that the ruling DMK would unleash "violence" and not allow people to vote "independently".
TMC announces candidates for four bypoll seats
Trinamool has nominated Krishna Kalyani and Mukut Mani Adhikari, who unsuccessfully contested the Lok Sabha elections, for the Raiganj and Ranaghat seats, respectively. In Maniktala, late Trinamool leader Sadhan Pandey’s wife Supti Pandey has been chosen as its candidate.
Sivakarthikeyan becomes father for third time: Tamil star welcomes baby boy with wife Aarthi
Tamil actor Sivakarthikeyan and his wife Aarthi have announced the birth of their third child, a baby boy, born on June 2nd. Sharing the joyous news on social media, Sivakarthikeyan expressed his happiness and requested love and blessings from fans. The couple, who married in 2010, already have two children, Aaradhana and Gugan Doss. Sivakarthikeyan is eagerly anticipating the release of his upcoming film 'Amaran,' directed by Rajkumar Periasamy.
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