Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Inaugurates ₹327 Crore Brahmaputra Riverfront and Gateway Terminal Projects in Guwahati
Nov 08, 2025 02:08 am CST
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has inaugurated two landmark projects in Guwahati - the Brahmaputra Riverfront and Gateway River Terminal, valued at ₹327 crore. These Smart City Mission developments feature a 1.2km riverfront with seven cultural gateways, recreational zones, and a water terminal for river cruises, transforming the Brahmaputra riverbank into a major tourism and cultural destination.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Announces Plans for World-Class Banking Institutions in India
Nov 06, 2025 08:46 pm CST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has outlined the government's vision for creating world-class banking institutions in India, confirming ongoing discussions with the Reserve Bank and financial sector leaders. The initiative comes amid continued banking consolidation efforts and the strategic divestment of IDBI Bank, as India aims to strengthen its financial infrastructure while expanding credit flow to support industrial growth.
India's HPV Vaccine Program Stalls: Two Years After Budget Promise, No Implementation Progress Revealed in RTI
Nov 05, 2025 07:47 pm CST
An RTI response reveals that India's government has failed to implement the HPV vaccination program announced in Budget 2024 to protect young girls from cervical cancer. Despite high mortality rates with India accounting for 23% of global cervical cancer deaths, no meetings, budget allocation, or implementation plans have been established, raising concerns among public health experts about the commitment to women's preventive healthcare.
India's Rapid Economic Growth Positions It to Become World's 3rd Largest Economy: Finance Minister Sitharaman
Nov 05, 2025 02:53 am CST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces India's imminent rise to become the world's third-largest economy, highlighting the country's swift progression from tenth position in 2014. The government has successfully reduced multi-dimensional poverty for 25 million people and remains confident about meeting its 4.4% fiscal deficit target for the current financial year.
Fact Check: AI-Generated Deepfake Video Falsely Shows President Murmu Accusing PM Modi Over Rafale Jets
Oct 29, 2025 03:32 pm CST
A deepfake video of President Droupadi Murmu circulating on social media falsely claims she was blackmailed by PM Modi regarding Rafale fighter jets. PIB Fact Check has confirmed this is an AI-generated fake created by Pakistani propaganda accounts, urging citizens to verify information through official channels and be vigilant against digital manipulation tactics.
10 Indian Leaders Who Made History Flying in Fighter Jets: From Abdul Kalam to Droupadi Murmu
Oct 29, 2025 02:50 pm CST
Explore the remarkable journeys of ten prominent Indian leaders who took to the skies in fighter jets, showcasing their support for the Indian Air Force. From President Droupadi Murmu's historic Rafale flight to APJ Abdul Kalam's pioneering sortie, discover how these experiences demonstrate the bond between India's leadership and its military aviation capabilities.
Finance Minister Sitharaman Urges GST Officers to Balance Politeness with Procedural Compliance
Oct 24, 2025 04:29 pm CST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has called upon GST officers to adopt a polite and empathetic approach when dealing with honest taxpayers while maintaining procedural rigor. Speaking at the CGST building inauguration in Ghaziabad, she emphasized the need for technology integration to streamline registration processes and expedite grievance resolution, ultimately creating a more taxpayer-friendly GST ecosystem while ensuring enforcement against non-compliance.
India Releases Special Commemorative Coins and Stamps Marking RSS Centenary Celebration
Oct 11, 2025 10:20 am CST
The Government of India has issued special commemorative coins and stamps to mark the 100th anniversary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the release, while Prime Minister Modi unveiled the commemoratives during the centenary celebrations, honoring the organization's century-long commitment to nation-building and service.
Finance Minister Sitharaman Warns of AI Deepfakes While Promoting India's FinTech Security Innovations
Oct 08, 2025 02:47 am CST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the Global FinTech Fest 2025, revealing she has been targeted by AI-generated deepfakes while highlighting India's technological advances in financial security. She discussed SEBI's new verification tools combating digital fraud and emphasized India's growing role in global AI development with initiatives like the $1.3 billion IndiaAI Mission, positioning the country as an emerging global hub for AI innovation.
Political Row Escalates Over Tamil Nadu Stampede: Stalin Criticizes BJP's Fact-Finding Mission
Oct 03, 2025 02:41 pm CST
The political controversy over the stampede at a TVK rally in Karur has intensified, with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin criticizing the BJP for sending a fact-finding delegation. Stalin questioned why similar panels weren't sent to BJP-ruled states facing tragedies, while the BJP and TVK continue to exchange accusations over responsibility for the incident that claimed 41 lives.