Budget 2015; reforms drive by Modi govt in focus

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How Modi govt is working on improving ease of doing business rank If the govt has its way, only 3 documents, against 6 now, will be needed for export, and only 4 documents, against 7 now, will be mandatory for import. read more Income tax expectations for the salaried from PM Modi's govt Increase in the exemption limits of tax slab by another Rs 50,000 to Rs 300,000 shall leave more income at the disposal of taxpayers. Government looking at Sebi proposal to introduce MF retirement plans with tax benefits Sebi has proposed that the investment under this plan may be categorised under E-E-E status. The government may announce this in the Budget.

Editor's Pick 'Make More in India': Why IKEA is beefing up manufacturing India is currently among the top 10 sourcing countries for IKEA. The plan is to double sourcing from India to €630 million by 2020. How Gadkari is steering India's biggest infra projects The Road Transport, Highways & Shipping Minister may not be the man about town, but he has envisioned some of India's biggest infra projects yet. Kejriwal as CM: Delhi power discoms brace for a shock Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party is likely to forcefully delve into the affairs the distribution arms of Tata Power and Anil Ambani-led Reliance Infrastructure. Why you should accept the next job offer from a startup Startups are fast emerging as exciting new career destinations. They are able to pay top dollar and offer exciting roles.

Most Popular This Week Mahindra & Mahindra to acquire Pipavav Defence in Rs 3,000-crore deal Bombardier plans to cash in on Railways FDI, eyes projects worth $7-8 billion Will introduce Jan Lokpal Bill in first assembly session: Kejriwal Delhi polls: Kiran Bedi, campaign tone to be blamed for BJP loss Arvind Kejriwal is scrupulously honest, stunningly intelligent & brave: Rajiv Bajaj

Story of The Week Post-Delhi victory, AAP wants to project itself as new force capable of replacing Congress to take on BJP Congress' anxiety is understandable given its dismal track record in wresting lost citadels. It has crumbled in UP and Bihar after it lost power in 1989. read more

Money How to resolve financial issues that can affect your marriage After marriage, transition from 'I' to 'Us' can be complicated. The couple not only needs to identify a financial destination, but also a mutually agreeable route to reach it. How company FDs, NCDs give more returns than banks While your bank fixed deposits offer the highest degree of safety, company FDs carry a much higher degree of risk as these are unsecured instruments.

Stock Round Up Markets rally for fourth consecutive day on good results Traders are betting that the February 28 Budget will emphasize the government's favoured themes of 'Make in India' and infrastructure development.

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