Budget Session 2025-26 Commences

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 11:00 am, the nation anticipates significant policy announcements aimed at bolstering economic growth and providing relief to various sectors.

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ECONOMIC SURVEY HIGHLIGHTS

The Economic Survey 2024-25, tabled in Parliament today, offers a comprehensive overview of the country's economic performance. Key insights include:

● Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Growth: The survey projects GDP growth between 6.3% and 6.8% for FY26, reflecting cautious optimism amid global economic uncertainties.

● Inflation Trends: Retail headline inflation softened from 5.4% in FY24 to 4.9% in April-December 2024, attributed to effective government initiatives and monetary policy measures.

● Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): Gross FDI inflows revived, increasing from $47.2 billion in the first eight months of FY24 to $55.6 billion in the same period of FY25, marking a year-on-year growth of 17.9%.

ANTICIPATED BUDGETARY MEASURES