01 Feb (GulistanNewsTv): A new fund for startups will be set up to power entrepreneurs, Nirmala Sitharaman said. “Fresh contribution of another Rs 10,000 crore, in addition to existing government contribution of Rs 10,000 crore. New scheme will also be launched for 5 lakh women, and first-time entrepreneurs from the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.
Budget 2025 LIVE Updates: Centre launches scheme aiming to benefit 1.7 crore farmers
The Finance Minister has announced the PM Dhan Dhyan Krishi Yojana, covering 100 districts with low yields, modern crop intensity and below average credit parameters. The scheme is aiming to benefit 1.7 crore farmers.
Budget 2025 Live: Nuclear Energy Mission to drive India’s transition towards clean energy
Budget 2025 Live: The Finance Minister announced a Nuclear Energy Mission to drive India’s transition towards clean energy, with a goal of developing at least 100 GW of nuclear power by 2047. To facilitate greater private sector participation, amendments to the Atomic Energy Act and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act will be introduced. Additionally, a dedicated research and development initiative for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) will be launched with an outlay of ₹20,000 crore. As part of this mission, at least five indigenously developed SMRs are expected to be operational by 2033.
Budget 2025 Live: FM gives big power updates
Budget 2025 Live: The Finance Minister highlighted key power sector reforms aimed at strengthening electricity distribution and transmission. The government will incentivize states to undertake reforms in electricity distribution and enhance intrastate transmission capacity. These measures will improve the financial health and operational efficiency of power companies. To support states in implementing these reforms, an additional borrowing allowance of 0.5% of GSDP will be granted, contingent on their progress in this sector.
Budget 2025 Live: Urban Challenge Fund to drive the transformation of cities
Budget 2025 Live: The Finance Minister announced the establishment of a ₹1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund to drive the transformation of cities into growth hubs, support creative redevelopment, and enhance water and sanitation infrastructure, as outlined in the July Budget. This fund will finance up to 25% of the cost of bankable projects, with a requirement that at least 50% of the funding comes from bonds, bank loans, or public-private partnerships (PPPs). An initial allocation of ₹10,000 crore has been proposed for the fiscal year 2025-26 to kickstart the initiative.
Budget 2025 Live: Daycare cancer centres in all district hospitals
Budget 2025 Live Updates: The Finance Minister announced the establishment of daycare cancer centres in all district hospitals over the next three years to enhance cancer care accessibility. In FY 2025-26 alone, 200 centres will be set up. Additionally, the government is committed to strengthening urban livelihoods, with a continued focus on supporting the urban poor and vulnerable groups through various initiatives aimed at providing economic stability and employment opportunities.
Budget 2025 Live: Expanding medical education in India
Budget 2025 Live Updates: The Finance Minister highlighted the government’s focus on expanding medical education, noting that over the past 10 years, nearly 1.1 lakh undergraduate and postgraduate medical seats have been added—an increase of 130%. To further strengthen healthcare infrastructure, 10,000 additional seats will be introduced in medical colleges and hospitals in the coming year, as part of a broader plan to add 75,000 seats over the next five years.
Budget 2025 Live: Announcement for curious minds of India
Budget 2025 Live Updates: Atal Tinkering Labs will be established in 50,000 government schools over the next five years to encourage curiosity, innovation, and scientific temper among students. Broadband connectivity will also be extended to all government secondary and primary schools to ensure better access to digital learning resources.
