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DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during a high-level review meeting of the Finance Department at the Secretariat, issued clear directives to all departments to ensure the efficient utilization of at least 80% of their allocated budget by December. Stressing the importance of financial discipline and transparency, the Chief Minister also instructed officials to adopt a robust digital ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/NEW DELHI The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced an increase in ATM withdrawal charges, which will take effect from May 1. Customers exceeding the monthly free transaction limit will have to pay an additional Rs 2 per transaction. Increase in ATM Withdrawal Fees Currently, banks charge Rs 21 per transaction beyond the free limit. With the ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN Uttarakhand is fast becoming the go-to destination for filmmakers, thanks to its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and progressive policies. The recently introduced Uttarakhand Film Policy 2024 has sparked a surge in film productions, drawing directors, producers, and creators from across the country. A Cinematic Paradise With its snow-capped mountains, serene lakes, dense forests, and historic temples, ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN Uttarakhand Finance Minister Premchand Aggarwal presented a budget exceeding ₹1 lakh crore in the Vidhan Sabha today. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated that this year’s budget prioritizes infrastructure development, employment generation, climate change mitigation, and welfare schemes. The budget allocates ₹14,763.13 crore for infrastructure development and construction under capital expenditure, the highest ever in the state. ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN Reacting on Union Budget Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami said that FM has given much relief to the middle class by making annual incomes up to ₹12 lakh tax-free. He further said this is development oriented budget and FM has given special focus on public welfare. It would be beneficial for both the nation and Uttarakhand as ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has praised the Union Budget 2025-26, calling it a major gift for the middle class. He lauded the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the decision to make annual incomes up to ₹12 lakh tax-free, describing it as a historic step toward providing relief to the middle class. The CM ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN In a bid to boost Bihar’s economy and improving state’s infrastructure Union Finance Minister Niramala Sitharaman has announced a series of initiatives in her budget speech today. Her focus on agriculture, education, and connectivity. With these announcement she has tried to please Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar too. A Makhana Board will be established to enhance the ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her budget speech on Saturday, announced a significant overhaul of income tax slabs, raising the nil tax slab to ₹12 lakh. This move aims to ease the financial burden on the middle class. Under the revised structure, individuals earning up to ₹12 lakh annually will be fully exempt from paying income ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN An MoU signed between Uttarakhand government and Icelandic company Varkis Consulting Engineers for the exploration and development of geothermal energy in the state. The agreement was signed at the Secretariat in the presence of Iceland’s Ambassador Dr. Benedict Hoskulsson and other senior officials, with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participating virtually. CM Dhami termed the MoU as ...

The Indian stock market experienced a significant surge on Monday, driven by expectations of a decisive victory for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the Lok Sabha elections. Investors rushed to buy shares, leading to the biggest gains in over three years, as the Nifty and Sensex indices soared. The Nifty climbed 808 points, or 3.58%, reaching a day’s high ...