On Saturday, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her eighth consecutive Budget in the Lok Sabha. She announced an important change, exempting annual income up to Rs 12 lakh from income tax, while adjusting tax slabs to benefit the middle class. The Budget also focused on future reforms, including increasing the foreign direct investment (FDI) limit in the insurance sector, making tax laws simpler, and reducing duties on intermediaries. Additionally, it promised more financial support for welfare programs. PM Modi praised the new budget. Many political leaders have praised the new Budget for its forward-looking approach and efforts to ease tax burdens, while supporting both economic growth and social welfare. Meanwhile some leaders had mixed reactions too. Watch video
01 February,2025 04:06 PM IST
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has launched the "Cashless Treatment" scheme to help road accident victims. Under this scheme, the government will cover treatment costs up to Rs 1.5 lakh for up to seven days after an accident. If the victim dies in a hit-and-run, the government will provide Rs 2 lakh to their family. The scheme begins as soon as the police are notified of the accident within 24 hours. Gadkari highlighted road safety as the government's top priority, citing that nearly 1.8 lakh people died in road accidents in 2024, with 30,000 deaths due to not wearing helmets. He also mentioned the growth of India's automobile industry, now the third-largest in the world.
08 January,2025 12:13 PM IST
On December 5, Nitin Gadkari, the Minister for Road Transport and Highways, responded to questions in the Lok Sabha about technical issues in highway construction. The opposition had raised concerns about poor roads causing deaths. In his reply, Gadkari humorously addressed the claims, which led to laughter in the House. He added that while there may be some flaws in road construction, the main reason for accidents is speeding. Gadkari also reassured the members that the government is working to improve road safety and infrastructure. His witty response lightened the atmosphere, even while discussing serious issues related to road conditions and safety.
05 December,2024 02:56 PM IST
On August 9th, nominated MP Sudha Murty spoke in the Rajya Sabha, addressing a crucial issue regarding electric vehicles (EVs). During her speech, she made a special appeal to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari about improving the charging infrastructure for EVs. She highlighted the need for more efficient and accessible charging stations to support the growing adoption of electric vehicles. Murty emphasized that better charging systems are essential for making EVs a practical choice for more people, which will contribute to environmental sustainability. Her speech was well-received for its clarity and focus on enhancing the future of electric mobility in India. Watch video for more.
12 August,2024 10:50 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
