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Nirmala Sitharaman
India prioritizes energy security despite US tariff threat
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that India will prioritize national energy security and practical sourcing needs over potential US tariff risks.
Nirmala Lakshman Emphasizes Sustained Effort and Courage for Meaningful Change
Nirmala Lakshman emphasized the necessity of persistent effort and credible journalism in driving meaningful societal and business change at the 8th businessline Changemaker Awards.
Ariana Agarwal wins Young Changemaker Award 2026
Ariana Agarwal received the BusinessLine Young Changemaker Award 2026 for her initiative supporting informal workers.
Sitharaman calls for transition from Made in India to Imagined in India
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged Indian businesses to focus on innovation and design over manufacturing to shift towards an 'Imagined in India' model.
N. Chandrasekaran reappointed as Tata Sons chairman, Noel Tata opposes
N. Chandrasekaran has been reappointed as Tata Sons chairman for a five-year term, despite opposition from Noel Tata.
Finance Minister clarifies UPI transaction charges for common users
The Indian government clarified that a 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate on UPI transactions over ₹2,000 will not affect ordinary consumers.
No burden for consumers Sitharaman clarifies who will pay MDR on UPI
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified that UPI users will not face additional charges for transactions.
businessline’s 8th Changemaker Awards ready for kick-off
The eighth annual businessline Changemaker Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in New Delhi on September 22, 2026.
Uday Kotak: Indians and their gold is a puzzle we must solve
Uday Kotak has proposed creating a committee to address India's high gold imports, citing their impact on the country's current account deficit.
Nirmala Sitharaman Meets Nepalese Counterpart Swarnim Wagle for Flood Recovery Talks
Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met her Nepalese counterpart Swarnim Wagle in New Delhi to discuss flood recovery and bilateral economic ties.
Lodhi Colony gets NDMC’s first Miyawaki Forest
The New Delhi Municipal Council has launched its first Miyawaki urban forest project in Lodhi Colony to mark the Prime Minister's 76th birthday.
MEA Denies Rumors Regarding Illness of World Leaders at BRICS Summit
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has dismissed rumors circulating on social media regarding the alleged illness of world leaders who attended the BRICS summit.
Government is surrendering to American pressure with UPI charges, Rahul Gandhi alleges
Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Indian government of enabling potential charges on UPI transactions above ₹2,000 due to pressure from American companies.
FM: Country’s digital payments system an ‘envy of the world’
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted India's digital payments system as a global success amidst controversy regarding new UPI transaction fees.
AI can help unlock beauty of Sanskrit literature beyond grammar
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman advocates for using AI tools to enhance the study and appreciation of Sanskrit literature.
Excellence in historical writing honored for the first time in India
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the inaugural Foundation for Indian Historical and Cultural Research annual history awards in New Delhi.
Nirmala Sitharaman urges Gen Z, Gen Alpha to put nation first
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman encouraged graduates at the Dr M G R Educational & Research Institute to prioritize national interest and leadership.
UPI transaction charges: Petrol pump dealers seek full MDR exemption
The All India Petroleum Dealers Association has requested the Indian government to waive Merchant Discount Rate charges for UPI transactions exceeding ₹2,000 to protect dealer margins.
Look beyond calls for tax leeway, FM tells industry
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged industry leaders to provide evidence-based tax reform proposals that consider broader economic impacts rather than just sectoral benefits.
India and Canada reaffirm strategic ties, target bilateral trade of CAD 70 bn by 2030
India and Canada held Foreign Office Consultations to reaffirm strategic ties and pursue a bilateral trade goal of CAD 70 billion by 2030.
Finance Minister says India studies its own history to promote intellectual freedom
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that India is embracing intellectual freedom and decolonization by independently studying its own history.
Opposition protests disrupt parliament proceedings over security and temple fund concerns
The 2026 Indian Parliament monsoon session faced disruptions as opposition members demanded Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah attend proceedings to address security crackdown allegations and Ram Temple fund issues.
Protesters clash with Delhi Police during demonstrations demanding Dharmendra Pradhan resignation
Congress and Cockroach Janta Party protesters clashed with Delhi Police during demonstrations demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged mishandling of student protests, resulting in multiple detentions and injuries.
Finance Minister introduces Taxation and Other Laws Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha
Opposition MPs protested over multiple issues while Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha.
Parliament adjourned again amid opposition protests over paper leak and other issues
Proceedings of both houses of the Indian Parliament were adjourned again due to opposition uproar over the NEET paper leak, alleged theft at the Ayodhya Ram Temple, and police action against the Cockroach Janta Party, with a heated exchange between Akhilesh Yadav and Speaker Om Birla in the Lok Sabha.
Rahul Gandhi demands resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET exam irregularities
Rahul Gandhi demands the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid protests regarding a NEET exam paper leak and police crackdown in New Delhi.
Finance Ministry proposes reinstating merchant discount rates for UPI transactions
The Indian Finance Ministry has proposed amendments to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act to reinstate merchant discount rates on UPI transactions for sustainable funding.
Parliament sessions adjourned following opposition disruptions over pending legislation
India's Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned on July 27 due to opposition disruptions, preventing the consideration of the anti-paper leak bill and other legislation.
Government increases export duties on petrol diesel and aviation fuel
India's government raised export duties on petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel from August 3 while maintaining domestic duties and cutting commercial LPG prices.
Chandrababu Naidu thanks Centre for additional tax devolution to Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for an additional tax devolution allocation to boost development programs.