Budget 2025: The Middle Class, Bihar, and the Farmers – A Political Calculation
A budget is never just about numbers. It also sets priorities. It reflects the government’s plans, the concerns of citizens, and the upcoming elections. The Union Budget 2025-26, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, does not just allocate money—it also sends political messages. Three key groups emerge as the focus of this budget: the farmers, […]
Budget 2025: Can Retail Investors Finally Get a Break on STT, LTCG, and STCG?
The Union Budget is always a moment of reckoning for investors, and 2025 is no exception. As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to announce the fiscal plan, retail investors are pinning their hopes on much-needed relief from Securities Transaction Tax (STT), Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax, and Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG) tax. With a growing […]