India's finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted strategic priorities to build resilience amid ongoing global economic uncertainty. She emphasized the importance of optimizing supply chains and fostering private sector investment for strengthening inno…
At the Kautilya Economic Conclave, Nirmala Sitharaman spoke about fostering international trade policies that are not only open but also predictable. She underlined the critical need for nations to communicate effectively to dissolve geopolitical trade barrie…
Sitharaman calls for private investment and higher R&D spending to drive India's next growth phase, strengthen innovation and build resilience amid global uncertainty

FM Sitharaman affirms India's resilient fundamentals and outlines four-pronged strategy: strategic resources, global openness, skills, and private investment.

Nirmala Sitharaman said India’s economic resilience was built through fiscal prudence, infrastructure, banking reforms and sustained reforms since 2014.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said India's economic resilience has been built consciously over the past decade through fiscal prudence, infrastructure creation, banking reforms, last-mile delivery and sustained reforms, while stressing…
G20 trade ministers have discussed preventing large production capacities, created with government support in some geographies, from hurting manufacturing in countries that follow fair trade practices, including India, the US and Europe, Commerce and Industry…
India Business News: NEW DELHI: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Thursday that she will focus on lowering customs tariffs in the next budget, following up on a .
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman encouraged the toy industry to capture a quarter of the global market. She highlighted government policies and trade agreements supporting this ambitious goal. Domestic toy exports have significantly increased, while impo…

Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday laid the foundation stone for development projects worth Rs 1,246 crore in Meghalaya under Externally Aided Projects (EAPs) in the presence of the Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, al…
Meghalaya's organic produce can drive India's growth. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated a large organic spice plant. She highlighted Meghalaya's trust in global markets. The state's focus on quality over volume is key. This development ali…
The Congress party has responded to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's focus on fuel, fertiliser, and forex. Party leader Jairam Ramesh highlighted a critical omission: the declining rates of private investment. He stated that businesses are hesitant to …

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights external economic challenges, emphasizing the need for confidence amid rising global commodity prices.
India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman explains recent fuel price increases are market-driven by oil companies. She noted the government previously absorbed over Rs 1 lakh crore in revenue through excise duty cuts to protect consumers from inflation. The…
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has indicated the government is ready to listen to stock market investors. Concerns regarding Long-Term Capital Gains and Short-Term Capital Gains taxes are being considered. The Minister emphasized openness to feedback on …
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has indicated the government is ready to listen to stock market investors. Concerns regarding Long-Term Capital Gains and Short-Term Capital Gains taxes are being considered. The Minister emphasized openness to feedback on …


Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has called on banks to move beyond standard loan products. She emphasized the need for repayment structures that align with the specific income cycles of different businesses. This initiative aims to provide tailored credi…
Fuel prices have risen again. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted the West Asia crisis impact. She stated this crisis means higher fuel costs for citizens. The government is foregoing Rs 1 lakh crore in revenue. This is due to excise duty cu…

New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said high and volatile global prices of fuel, fertilizer, and gold are creating the most serious external challenges for India, even as domestic economic indicators remain resilient.Speaking at the
In light of increasing global unrest from the West Asia crisis and fluctuations in the energy sector, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is advocating for a concentrated approach to managing fuel, fertiliser, and foreign exchange resources. Prime Minister Mo…
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reviewed GIFT City in Gandhinagar. She noted its significant progress and strategic role in India's financial growth. GIFT City offers a unique blend of scale, technology, and talent. It is becoming a key hub for glob…
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026-27 in Parliament on February 1, 2026 with a focus on driving economic growth and making India a developed country by 2047, under the Viksit Bharat vision.
Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday stated that the 16th India-EU Summit held in New Delhi this January provided a decisive new momentum to the bilateral strategic partnership, elevating it to a higher level.
Quantum AI scam: A viral message falsely claims Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is promoting a 'Quantum AI' investment scheme. It promises huge returns on small investments with zero risk and government guarantee.