Nirmala Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has outlined a strategic roadmap for strengthening India’s banking architecture as part of the broader “Viksit Bharat” vision. Addressing a high-level banking panel, she emphasized capital resilience, digital innovation, responsible credit expansion and financial inclusion as central pillars of long-term economic transformation. The discussion focused on enhancing asset quality, improving governance standards and leveraging technology to deepen credit penetration across sectors.

India’s exports to the United States are expected to see substantial growth in the coming years, according to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Speaking at a recent trade and investment forum, she highlighted India’s expanding manufacturing capabilities, strategic trade partnerships, and rising competitiveness in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, IT services, textiles, and engineering goods.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s visit to Nagaland underscored the central government’s commitment to deepening economic development and strengthening governance mechanisms in India’s northeastern region. During her visit, Sitharaman unveiled several welfare initiatives, reviewed progress on central schemes, and interacted with local entrepreneurs to promote financial inclusion and entrepreneurship.

In preparation for the Union Budget for FY27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held consultations with a group of leading economists to gather insights on the economy’s trajectory and policy priorities. The discussions focused on fiscal consolidation, job creation, private investment revival, and strategies to sustain India’s robust growth amid a volatile global environment.

India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman embarked on a two-day official visit to Bhutan, reaffirming New Delhi’s enduring commitment to its Himalayan neighbor through enhanced economic cooperation and strategic collaboration. The visit focused on bilateral development partnerships, energy cooperation, and financial connectivity, underscoring India’s pivotal role in Bhutan’s economic modernization.