POLITICS

Sharad Pawar  to join NDA ?

Political observers believe that merger of two NCP is now on cards and Sharad Pawar is going to join the NDA. One can wait and Watch.

Tough action awaits Gogoi?

Gaurav Gogoi, Assam Congress President is likely to face tough action. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said the cabinet will take a formal decision on the future course of action on the SIT report on  Gogoi's alleged links with Pakistan on February 7. Sarma alleged that Gogoi and his British wife have "direct links" with Pakistan as per a presentation made by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) of Assam Police.

FM to present record 9th Budget on Sunday

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is going to table her ninth consecutive budget on Sunday in the Parliament. She is the only woman finance minister in the country to achieve such a significant feat.

Budget to skip relaxation on Income Tax?

The upcoming Union Budget is unlikely to offer any major relief to taxpayers, breaking the trend seen in previous years. With the government focusing on fiscal consolidation and managing deficit targets, the priority appears to be on strengthening public finances rather than expanding tax benefits. Officials indicate that there will be no changes in income tax slabs or exemptions for individuals. The budget is expected to channel resources into infrastructure, manufacturing, and welfare schemes instead. Economists believe this cautious approach reflects the government’s effort to balance growth with fiscal discipline, especially ahead of big-ticket expenditure plans. As a result, taxpayers may have to wait longer for significant direct tax relaxations or increased rebates.