The first time, Nirmala Sithraman had in July 2019 ditched the colonial legacy of a Budget Briefcase for the traditional Bahi-Khata to carry Union Budget Papers.
For the first time since independence, the Union Budget 2021 is going to be completely paperless. In the wake of the ongoing pandemic, the budget papers will not be printed.
Maybe we'll see the urgency. Maybe only more sellotape. But here's a cautionary tale about what a lack of vision can do even to an excellent Make in India initiative.
Unlike other sessions, this time the customary all-party meet in the parliament shall take place after the session has begun, which will be chaired by the Prime Minister.
The Economic survey predicted a “V-shaped” economic recovery for the country stating that the Covid-19 vaccination program will be one of the triggers for the growth.
Opposition leaders of 18 parties have decided to boycott President's address in solidarity with farmers protesting at Delhi’s borders against the three farm laws.
The corporate sector has already been given enough attention in previous budgets. It’s now time to give some much needed relief to salaried middle class.