Union Budget 2024-25: Why India’s rooftop solar plan fails to spark interest
Complex and time-consuming installation process is exacerbated by bureaucratic delays and a lack of awareness among potential beneficiaries
Science and technology to get over Rs 16,000 crore in Budget 2023-24, experts say not enough
Slight jump over last year’s allocation of Rs 14,217 crore; does not account for inflation or foster research ecosystem
Union Budget 2022-23: Will it help children eat better
Schemes that provide integrated benefits to women and children did not get additional funds this year
Union Budget 2023-24 - Key highlights (Employment)
The robust 10.4 per cent second quarter FY23 growth camouflages the fact that real fixed assets of non-finance and manufacturing companies have …
Union Budget 2022-23: No mention of doubling farmers’ income in Sitharaman’s speech
Omission of references to doubling farmers’ speech surprising given that 2022 is the target year for the scheme
Union Budget 2022-23: Funds for science very low for India to make a mark, say experts
The importance that the government gives to science and technology is reflected in the budget, experts said
Union Budget 2022-23: Agriculture sees little cause for cheer
Overall allocation for agriculture has risen marginally but schemes for crop insurance, MSP have seen a dip in funds this budget
Union Budget 2023-24: A ministry-wise budgetary breakdown
What were the allocations made to various sectors; how do they compare to last year's numbers
Biodiversity Act: Do recent changes consider climate concerns, commitments?
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s proposed single-window clearances for ease of doing business is contrary to her climate concerns and …
Amrit kaal for adivasis? Union Budget 2023-24 weakens safety nets for tribals
Schemes for food security, child welfare, employment guarantee for tribals saw shrinking of funds
Is child protection a priority in the public budget?
Well-designed interventions for prevention, protection, response & rehabilitation can help India reach the ideal of a comprehensive …
Budget 2023-24: What can it offer for the development of Indian cities?
Strengthening urban local bodies & capacities of citizens, communities key for sustainable development of Indian cities
Union Budget 2021-22: How significant is it in the time of COVID-19?
Nirmala Sitharaman needs to announce bold measures for undertaking additional public spending on an urgent basis
Union Budget 2019-20: Govt makes major push for easy adoption of e-vehicles
The sops include tax deduction of Rs 1.5 lakh on loans taken to buy e-vehicles, more charging station in smart cities, highways
Financial inclusion critical for building sustainable Indian cities
Financial inclusion not just a matter of economic growth, but also of social justice and ensuring sustainability
Three days to go before 2022 ends; farmers’ income yet to double
Income of farmers in some states decreased from 2015-16 to 2018-19, new standing committee report shows
Union Budget 2021-22 must protect allocation for children even after pandemic
Children have largely remained unscathed by the virus, but disruptions due to the pandemic and the resultant lockdown have affected aspects of a …
Underfunding, misleading claims: The story of MGNREGA in New India
Govt has made tall claims on NREGA implementation; but it is neither keen on providing dignified wages nor allocating adequate funds for the scheme
Union Budget 2019-20: Gush of funds for piped water
The government allocated Rs 9,150.36 crore for National Rural Drinking Water Programme — increase of 69% from last year
Hit-&-miss: EV sector gets support in Budget 2023-24, but misses out on long-term vision
Crucial research-linked incentives are missing, which are needed as EV market in India requires time to mature
How green was Budget 2023-24
Down To Earth’s reportage on the penultimate budget before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections
Union Budget 2023-24 focus on renewable energy and biogas plants
The Centre wants to promote a circular economy through its focus on renewable energy transition and biogas
Union Budget 2023-24 - Key Highlights (Agriculture)
While many schemes to increase production have been introduced, the core problem of increasing productivity and farmers’ income has not …
Is the Union Budget 2022-23 renewable energy friendly?
The budgetary allocations may have indirect impacts on RE from capital goods lists of customs exemptions
How is textile industry placed in Union Budget 2021-22
Textile is a water-intensive industry; no details, however, were given about water conservation and wastewater treatment during the budget speech