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Govt to allocate Rs. 2,46,727 crores to defence sector

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, who is presenting the Union Budget for fiscal 2015-16 in the Lok Sabha said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government would allocate Rs. 2, 46, 727 crores in the defence sector. Jaitley said in his budget speech that the government is following a policy of transparency and quick decision-making in procurement to keep the defence forces prepared for any eventuality. Feb 28, 2015
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Union Ministers welcome General Budget

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Cabinet ministers reacted as Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley concluded the General Budget for 2015-16 in the Lok Sabha on Saturday. Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said that the budget will see long impending impacts. Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar said that it is a welcome budget as it has much in store for the common man. Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu said that Jaitley has given an appropriate budget keeping in mind the well-being of all citizens. Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari said that first time in history the budget has given emphasis on infrastructure. HRD Minister Smriti Irani said that the budget has given importance to education and girl child, which is appreciable. Meanwhile, Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said that the budget is meant to be in support of the poor and underprivileged. Feb 28, 2015
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Union Budget proposes to work towards universal social security system, announces 'Atal pension yoja

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley presented the General Budget for 2015-16 in the Lok Sabha on Saturday. Jaitley announced the Universal Social Security scheme for all. Under this scheme, Jaitley announced insurance coverage for accidents, health and life. Jaitley added that 'Atal Pension Yojana' scheme would be launched to provide a defined pension to the people. The government also proposed to launch PM Suraksha Bima Yojana which will increase the access to insurance. This scheme would be linked to Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana. Feb 28, 2015
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Union Budget: Jaitley proposes to create national agriculture market to increase farmers' income

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, who is presenting the Union Budget for fiscal 2015-16 in the Lok Sabha, proposed to create a national agriculture market to increase farmers' income. Jaitley said that an ambitious soil health card has been introduced to improve soil fertility. He also proposed to allocate Rs. 25,000 crore in 2015 to rural development fund. Jaitley added that the budget ensures that it is banking the unbanked, and funding the unfunded. Feb 28, 2015
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General Budget 2015-16: Finance Minister says conquering inflation big achievement Part-2

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley presented the General Budget for 2015-16 in Lok Sabha on Saturday. Jaitley said that one of the achievements of his government has been to conquer inflation. He also mentioned a few challenges to the economy of the country including decline in manufacturing and stress of agricultural incomes. He also said that subsidies are meant to help the poor so the government needs to cut subsidy leakage not subsidy themselves. Feb 28, 2015
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General Budget 2015-16: Finance Minister says conquering inflation big achievement Part-1

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley presented the General Budget for 2015-16 in Lok Sabha on Saturday. Jaitley said that one of the achievements of his government has been to conquer inflation. He also mentioned a few challenges to the economy of the country including decline in manufacturing and stress of agricultural incomes. He also said that subsidies are meant to help the poor so the government needs to cut subsidy leakage not subsidy themselves. Feb 28, 2015
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Finance Minister presents General Budget 2015-16 in Lok Sabha Part-2

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley presented the General Budget for 2015-16 in the Lok Sabha on Saturday. Jaitley said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government works round the clock. He said that the NDA government is working towards increasing the GDP and rising India's economy internationally. He talked about three achievements of the government- Swachh Bharat, Jan Dhan Yojana and transparent auction of coal blocks. Jaitley also talked about the welfare of rural population by providing house, basic facilities of education and health to the citizens. This is the first full-fledged General Budget presented by Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA government. Feb 28, 2015
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Finance Minister presents General Budget 2015-16 in Lok Sabha Part-1

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley presented the General Budget for 2015-16 in the Lok Sabha on Saturday. Jaitley said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government works round the clock. He said that the NDA government is working towards increasing the GDP and rising India's economy internationally. He talked about three achievements of the government- Swachh Bharat, Jan Dhan Yojana and transparent auction of coal blocks. Jaitley also talked about the welfare of rural population by providing house, basic facilities of education and health to the citizens. This is the first full-fledged General Budget presented by Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA government. Feb 28, 2015
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Yogendra Yadav refutes claims of rift in AAP over top party post

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): AAP leader Yogendra Yadav on Saturday refuted claims of any rift in the party over the top party post. According to reports, Yadav who is one of the founder members of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), could soon lose a top party post in a revamp reportedly spurred by a deep rift in the leadership. Sources say a group of 17 AAP leaders on Friday authorized Chief Arvind Kejriwal to rejig the Political Affairs Committee, which is currently headed by Yogendra Yadav. He said that AAP is not like other parties and that it does not involve in such political games. Feb 28, 2015
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Expectations high from the upcoming budget: Market Experts

New Delhi/ Mumbai, Feb 28 (ANI): Market experts feel that the budget for the fiscal year 2015-16 will be in line with the expectations of the common man and will change India's growth trajectory. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's stomach for free-market economics faces a major test on Saturday (February 28), in a budget India's top economic advisor has warned could wreck the leader's promises of "good days" if there's no roadmap to reform. Market expert, Akash Jindal, said on Saturday that the annual budget should help reduce the deficit in the common man's household budget. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), Ashish Chauhan said that a pro-industry budget was the need of the hour, which creates jobs. Feb 28, 2015
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PM Modi hails dedication of scientists on National Science Day

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday hailed the dedication, determination and untiring efforts of scientists on National Science Day. Prime Minister Modi took to Twitter for sharing his message. "National Science Day is an occasion to remember the dedication, determination and untiring efforts of our scientists. They are India's pride. Science and technology will determine India's future, just as it has played a crucial role in bringing our Nation to where we are today. The Government is fully committed to encouraging research, innovation and excellence in science, particularly among our young minds," Prime Minister Modi tweeted. He also saluted the brilliance and long-lasting contribution of Sir CV Raman to the field of science. "On National Science Day we salute the brilliance and long-lasting contribution of Sir CV Raman to the field of science," he said in a series of tweets. Feb 28, 2015
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Bridge collapses due to flooding in Bolivia

A bridge collapsed in Bolivia after heavy rain caused massive flooding. The bridge in Bolivia's Chapare province collapsed early in the morning. A truck and another vehicle carrying children and Feb 28, 2015
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Politicos react as Modi govt is all set to present its first annual budget

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Politicos on Saturday hoped that the Union Budget for fiscal 2015-16 will be a progressive one. Arun Jaitley is presenting his first full-year budget in Parliament today, seeking to put the country on a path of 7-8 percent growth over the next two years. The 2015-16 Budget is being billed as a 'make-or-break' event for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's eight-month-old government. It is expected to give a big push to Prime Minister Modi's 'Make in India' campaign, with tax breaks and other incentives for several sectors. Feb 28, 2015
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