NZ government axes $7b in projects as forecasts worsen New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the previous government were "economic and fiscal vandals", revealing a worsening set of economic forecasts. AAP · Dec 20, 2023
'Patronising' Labour MSP tells Finance Secretary to sit down and be quiet A “PATRONISING” Labour MSP has been called out by the Finance Secretary after he signalled for her to sit down and be quiet while she was… The National (Scotland) · Dec 19, 2023
Scottish Budget: The key points from Shona Robison's financial statement FINANCE Secretary Shona Robison has set out her first Scottish Budget... The National (Scotland) · Dec 19, 2023
Shona Robison to deliver 'toughest ever' Budget as fears raised over cuts FINANCE Secretary Shona Robison will deliver the Scottish Government’s Budget today – against the backdrop of what she has called the “most… The National (Scotland) · Dec 19, 2023
How the Scottish Budget works – and why there's a £1.5 billion shortfall THE Scottish Budget has a shortfall. In May, Shona Robison, Deputy First Minister and also Finance Secretary, announced that the Scottish Government… The National (Scotland) · Dec 18, 2023
Majura Valley split blocks issue to go to Finance Minister Katy Gallagher The farmers have not had a secure lease for 18 years. The Canberra Times · Dec 16, 2023
Budget update forecasts deficit of $1.1 billion this financial year The federal budget is headed for a small $1.1 billion deficit this financial year, according to the update released by Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Finance Minister Katy Gallagher on Wednesday morning. The Conversation · Dec 12, 2023
PM talking up transformative GDP but what matters is annual growth rates over longer period: Congress The Congress said that PM Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman are “repeatedly talking up” transformative GDP growth based on the recent July-September numbers but what matters more is annual growth rates over a longer period The Hindu · Dec 10, 2023
Bhatti reviews functioning of Finance department Min. Vikramarka reviews State finances: Finance Special Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao briefs newly appointed Minister on department functioning. Cabinet decision to assess finances and release white paper to explain situation to people. The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023
3 Defense Stocks to Watch for Investment Opportunities This Week The aerospace and defense industry, attracting investor interest due to the Israel-Hamas conflict, is poised for sustainable growth due to increased defense budgets and technological advancements. Therefore, fundamentally sound defense stocks CPI Aerostructures (CVU), Textron (TXT) and Willis Lease Finance (WLFC) might be worth adding to boost your portfolio. Continue… StockNews.com · Dec 8, 2023
Cyclone Michaung: Insurers have received motor insurance claims for 2,320 vehicles Insurers receive 2,320 motor insurance claims due to Cyclone Michaung; Finance Minister urges speedy settlement. State govt to provide vacant spaces for vehicle repair, towing vehicles from other districts. Insurers assure speedy settlement of claims. The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023
Tech dominates the Fortune Future 50 list as ‘long-term growth potential of the sector is alive and well’ Along with growth, the companies are on the road to providing outsize returns for shareholders in the long term. Fortune · Dec 5, 2023
AP Finance Minister inaugurates GST Seva Kendram and releases Vision & Mission of Commercial Taxes Department Finance Minister Buggana Rajendranath Reddy inaugurated GST Seva Kendram and released Vision & Mission of Commercial Taxes Dept. He also launched GST Mithra to identify & correct discrepancies in tax returns. Incentive Awards presented to 195 meritorious officers & staff. The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023
Average monthly GST mop-up at ₹1.66 lakh crore so far this fiscal: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman GST collection has been increasing since 2017, with average monthly mop-up in FY 2023-24 at ₹1.66 lakh crore, 11% higher than previous year. Govt. has brought reforms to improve compliance and increase collection, such as e-way bill, ITC matching, e-invoice, etc. 14,897 appeals pending as of Oct. 2023, higher than… The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023
The Hindu · Dec 1, 2023 Nirmala Sitharaman’s remarks misleading, says Balagopal Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal on Friday described as “misleading” Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s recent remarks concerning the Centre-State standoff on the State’s financial position. After blocking the State’s revenue sources, Ms. Sitharaman was trying to create the impression that it has been given everything, Mr. Balagopal alleged.
The Hindu · Dec 1, 2023 Making women millionaires is Prime Minister Modi’s dream, says Nirmala Sitharaman Union Finance Mininister Nirmala Sitharaman said PM Modi's main objective is to make women millionaires. She participated in Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra at Govt. Girls High School
The Hindu · Nov 30, 2023 Governor Arif Mohammed Khan doing Sangh Parivar’s bidding; must resign immediately, says M.V. Govindan CPI (M) leader M.V. Govindan accuses Governor Arif Mohammed Khan of abandoning constitutional duties to do Sangh Parivar's bidding. Demands his resignation. Accuses him of attempting to appoint RSS workers as VCs. Warns against Central govt's policies to enforce Hindutva ideology, corporatism and superstitions. Mahatma Gandhi VC in-charge, ex-Kerala VC,…
Roll Call · Nov 28, 2023 Biden pick for Social Security chief OK'd by Senate panel - Roll Call Martin O'Malley's nomination to lead the Social Security Administration won bipartisan support from a Senate panel on Tuesday.
The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023 Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman demands action, not words at COP28 At COP 28, India will push for concrete action on climate funding and tech transfer. Minister Sitharaman said India has achieved its Paris commitment with its own funds, and called for pathways to show how tech can be transferred
The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023 Sufficient funds available for Jal Jeevan Mission works, says Minister Buggana Finance Minister Buggana Rajendranath Reddy said sufficient funds are available for Jal Jeevan Mission works. He urged local reps to get contractors to participate in tenders. He also said drought mandals will be announced based on rainfall, soil moisture, etc. He revealed 200 cusecs of water are taken daily from…
The Hindu · Nov 15, 2023 IMEC a ‘win-win situation’ for all States involved, not without its geopolitical challenges: FM The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) is a “win-win situation” for all states involved, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said
The Hindu · Nov 14, 2023 Focus is on Kochi’s infrastructure development, says Finance Minister Kochi to receive comprehensive development, incl. basic amenities, traffic congestion relief, and tourism infrastructure. Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal spoke at KMCC face-to-face, where merchants raised civic infrastructure issues. GST-related issues to be resolved once Appellate Authority bench opened. Mayor to invite Minister to meeting of trade body reps.
The Hindu · Nov 10, 2023 Adverse Central policies will deprive Kerala of ₹57,400 crore this fiscal, says Balagopal Adverse Central policies will deprive the State of ₹57,400 crore in Central transfers and loan approvals in the current fiscal, says Kerala Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal on the State’s financial status.
The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023 Present Kerala’s case strongly before Finance Commission to recover lost fiscal space, govt. advised The State government has been advised to prepare well and present its case strongly before the soon-to-be constituted 16th Finance Commission to recover Kerala’s lost fiscal space.
Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 31, 2023 How the near absolute power Edward Burke wielded absolutely paved the way for his alleged corruption That power came from “scratch my back” Chicago politics. Burke’s clout emanated from the sheer force of his personality, the favors he did for other City Council members and the intimidation he wielded over his colleagues.