The Finance Minister reiterated the government's support for key sectors outlined by Prime Minister Modi, emphasizing farmers, youth, women, and the impoverished as focal points for 'unprecedented development' in the coming five years.
The overall budgetary allocation for the Women and Child Development Ministry reflects a marginal increase from the previous fiscal year, where it received Rs 25,448.68 crore according to the revised budget estimate of 2023-24.
The government demonstrated a commitment to welfare schemes, with increased allocations for major initiatives in FY25. Notable examples include a 43.3% hike for MNREGA (Rs 86,000 crore), a 4.2% increase for Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY (Rs 7,500 crore), and a 33.5% boost for PLI Schemes (Rs 6,200 crore).
In addition to the defence-focused initiative, Sitharaman addressed the agricultural sector, outlining the government's intention to stimulate both public and private investments in post-harvesting agriculture activities.
Addressing this backdrop, Sitharaman's budget announcement regarding Lakshadweep's inclusion in tourism projects is notable. Travel industry expert Nishant Pitti, whose firm EaseMyTrip suspended flight bookings to the Maldives due to the diplomatic row, commended Sitharaman's vision, calling it a "transformative approach."
General Pande underlined the commitment to progressing on the path of making the Indian Army stronger, more capable, and more efficient. He affirmed that the ongoing efforts would result in a modern, agile, and technologically advanced military force capable of meeting future challenges effectively.
Korean company KEPCO is poised to conduct a thorough inspection of multiple Thermal Power Plants (TPPs) in Kazakhstan. This initiative signifies a collaborative effort to enhance the efficiency and reliability of Kazakhstan's power infrastructure.
The Kyrgyz Cabinet holds discussions with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) to review the status of ongoing bilateral projects in Kyrgyzstan.
Kyrgyzstan engages in discussions with the EU regarding the possible removal of Kyrgyz air carriers from the EU blacklist. The talks aim to address regulatory concerns and enhance aviation cooperation between the two entities.
With elections on the horizon in Pakistan, the military's enduring influence remains a dominant force in shaping the country's political trajectory. The impending polls underscore the persistent grip the military holds over the political landscape.
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