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GDP expected to grow by 6.3-6.8 per cent in FY26: Economic Survey
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GDP expected to grow by 6.3-6.8 per cent in FY26: Economic Survey

The Economic Survey 2024-25, tabled by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, said navigating global headwinds will require strategic and prudent policy management

FY26 Union Budget: Challenges galore for Nirmala Sitharaman
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FY26 Union Budget: Challenges galore for Nirmala Sitharaman

The Budget will have to address several challenges, including softening economic growth, falling rupee and moderation in consumption demand

Banking Law amended to allow bank account holders have four nominees
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Banking Law amended to allow bank account holders have four nominees

The Bill piloted by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposes to increase the tenure of directors in cooperative banks from 8 years to 10 years

State Bank of India to open 500 more branches in FY25: Nirmala Sitharaman
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State Bank of India to open 500 more branches in FY25: Nirmala Sitharaman

The state-owned lender is celebrating its 100th anniversary and currently commands a 22.4 per cent share in the overall deposits in the country

TN BJP chief apologises over hotel chain owner 'apology' video
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TN BJP chief apologises over hotel chain owner 'apology' video

BJP was criticised for allegedly forcing a reputed hotelier to tender an apology for his remarks on Goods and Services Tax at an event attended by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman

India pushes for job creation, skilling in budget
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India pushes for job creation, skilling in budget

The International Labour Organization estimates that 29 per cent of India's young university graduates were unemployed in 2022

Why Modi govt did not go for populism in pre-poll budget? Finance minister explains
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Why Modi govt did not go for populism in pre-poll budget? Finance minister explains

Sitharaman expressed confidence over the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) doing well in this year's elections, saying people blessed them twice (2014 and 2019) and there will be no exception in 2024.

Modi to bet on popularity, not populism, in pre-poll budget on Feb 1
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Modi to bet on popularity, not populism, in pre-poll budget on Feb 1

Despite facing opposition criticism regarding elevated youth unemployment rates, the government is poised to persist in substantial infrastructure spending.