'GST, sops in rural sector will boost FMCG industry'

Last Updated: Sunday, March 1, 2015, 17:02

The fast moving consumer goods and retail sector on Saturday welcomed the Budget proposal to introduce GST from April next year, saying the move will give a big fillip to the industry.

Healthcare sector upbeat as Budget gives a booster dose

Last Updated: Saturday, February 28, 2015, 16:33

The healthcare industry has welcomed Budget proposals to increase tax exemption limits for health insurance cover and set up more AIIMS across India, saying such moves enable people's access to better facilities.

Budget 2013: SUVs, imported vehicles to cost more

Last Updated: Friday, March 1, 2013, 12:41

Imported luxury cars will be costlier by up to Rs 15 lakh or even more, while prices of sports utility vehicles will also go up, with the Finance Minister P Chidambaram on Thursday proposing a hike in excise and customs duties on these products.

Govt expects lower revenue of 19K cr from spectrum, other fee

Last Updated: Thursday, February 28, 2013, 17:36

Government expects a lower revenue of Rs 19,440.67 crore from spectrum sale and other related charges in 2012-13, compared to Rs 58,217 crore estimated in the budget for 2012-13.