Budget 2017

Budget 2017: Provide incentives for travel, tourism start-ups, says Nirvana Excursions

Tourism is not just a money spinner but also provides jobs to millions; sops for start-ups in Budget 2017 would help, says Nirvana Excursions.

Jan 17, 2017

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Budget 2017: Preview of Modi Govt's finances by BofA Merrill Lynch

The BofA Merrill Lynch Global Research report says impact of 7th pay commission proposals, PSU bank recapitalisation, fiscal deficit hold key.

Jan 17, 2017

Budget 2017: Higher likelihood of repo rate cut in February if govt sticks to fiscal consolidation, says ICRA economist

However, economist Aditi Nayar added that the room for incremental rate cuts would be limited to 25 bps over next six months.

Jan 16, 2017

Budget 2017: Industry body Assocham bats for February 1 as the D-Day

The chamber said the Budget should be seen well beyond the partisan politics for the common national good.

Jan 15, 2017

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Budget 2017: FIEO presents wish-list

The apex body of Indian exporters wants exemption from GST, among other things.

Jan 14, 2017

Demonetisation is a Black Swan moment for Digital India, says IAMAI president Subho Ray

Subho Ray, President of IAMAI, on Digital India after demonetisation and his wish list from Budget 2017: an exclusive interview

Jan 13, 2017

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Budget 2017: NITI Aayog not in favour of raising income tax exemption limit

Niti Aayog, the Indian government's think-tank, would want the threshold for the 10 percent tax rate to be increased, instead.

Jan 12, 2017

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RBI governor Urjit Patel conveys subtle message to Modi Govt before Budget 2017

At the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), RBI chief Urjit Patel speaks about government debt, inflation and interest subvention.

Jan 12, 2017

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PM Modi at Vibrant Gujarat 2017: India on the threshold of becoming world's most digitised economy

Addressing the inauguration ceremony of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, the PM said that the government is working to adopt and absorb newer technologies.

Jan 10, 2017

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Budget 2017: FM Arun Jaitley provides insights on income tax collection in India

Tax compliance leaves a lot to be desired, says finance minister Arun Jaitley days before the presentation of Budget 2017.

Jan 9, 2017

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Budget 2017: Will there be a Digital Bharat Cess like the Swachh Bharat Cess?

Digital Bharat Cess on the lines of Swachh Bharat Cess and Krishi Kalyan Cess could be brought in Budget 2017 to drive digital payments.

Jan 9, 2017

Budget 2017: No populist sops expected as Govt walks a tightrope after note ban

Demonetisation may hold the government for big-ticket spending, like debt waivers for farmers or transferring money into poor people's accounts.

Jan 6, 2017

Budget 2017: Govt expects direct and indirect tax targets to exceed budget estimates this fiscal

Higher tax revenues are expected to balance the divestment shortfall and help the government stick to its fiscal deficit target of 3.5 percent for 2016-17.

Jan 5, 2017