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PM Modi, Amit Shah Emerge as two-most ‘Powerful’ Indians in 2024. Read top-10 names here!

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In the Indian Express 100 ‘Most Powerful Indians’ list of 2024, the top 10 names comprise Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)/ Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leaders primarily.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emerged at the top spot on the ‘Most Powerful Indians 2024’ list published by The Indian Express. In the IE 100 list of 2024, the top 10 names comprise Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)/ Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leaders primarily. Besides, billionaire Gautam Adani and Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud have also been listed among the top 10 powerful Indians.

On the other hand, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi stood at the 16th spot on the IE 100 powerful Indians list in 2024 and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo in the 18th position.

Here’s a list of the top 10 powerful Indians in 2024 as per The Indian Express report:

1. NARENDRA MODI

According to the English daily, PM Modi is holding the top position on this list because he has only grown taller and stronger with every passing year. PM Modi has 95.6 million followers on the X platform, the highest among all the world leaders.

2. AMIT SHAH

After PM Narendra Modi, another powerful Indian is Union Home Minister Amit Shah. He is known to be a chief strategist of the BJP under whom the party achieved a landslide victory in the Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh Legislative elections in December 2023.

3. MOHAN BHAGWAT

The RSS Sarsanghchalak has continued to celebrate his uninterrupted innings in power. His presence beside PM Modi during the Ram Temple consecration ceremony of 22 January sent a powerful signal of his position in the NDA-BJP alliance.

4. DY CHANDRACHUD

Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud-led Bench settled legal doubts over the integration of Jammu and Kashmir into the Indian Union, ruling in favour of the Centre’s decision to abrogate Article 370. In the election year, every verdict will be closely watched on how he handles cases of judicial review or reshapes collegium. DY Chandrachud’s stint will end in November.

5. S JAISHANKAR

Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar has impressed citizens with his strong diplomatic skills. His sharp retorts during Russia’s oil sanctions and the Khalistan issue have put India in a stronger position in the game of global diplomacy.

6. YOGI ADITYANATH

The Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister is one of the most cardinal leaders in the BJP as his state has the largest number of Lok Sabha constituencies. Centre is allocating billions of dollars for the development of Uttar Pradesh while Adityanath is wooing his Hindu voters with a focus on temple constructions in the state.

7. RAJNATH SINGH

The Union Defence Minister has been PM Modi’s seniormost colleague in the Cabinet. Singh also enjoys goodwill among politicians across party lines for his ‘troubleshooter’ image.

8. NIRMALA SITHARAMAN

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is India’s longest-serving woman FM. Under her leadership, India’s economy registered 7% growth for three years in a row.

9. JP NADDA

Nadda is the main man who is leading the BJP organisation. He has “held his own and gained the trust of the leadership and the rank and file, without coming across as someone trying to over project himself”, Indian Express mentioned.

10. GAUTAM ADANI

The boss of the Adani Group empire with a net worth of $101 billion is the only business tycoon among the top 10 powerful Indians. Adani-led conglomerate has made rapid progress through a string of acquisitions and greenfield projects. Adani’s closest competitor billionaire Mukesh Ambani was on the 11th rank on IE 100 powerful Indians list. Ambani’s net worth is $109 billion as per the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.

This article was published on Livemint.News!

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Nirmala Sitharaman’s ‘gud ko gobar’ jibe at UPA over inflation in Parliament

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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman took a jibe at the previous UPA government over inflation, saying they had a mastery on ‘gud ko gobar karna’.

In a scathing attack on the Congress, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday accused the UPA government, which was in power from 2004 to 2014, of economic mismanagement and said they have a mastery on “gud ko gobar karna” (to ruin a good thing).

Reading out from the government’s ‘White Paper’ on India’s economy in Parliament, Sitharaman said, “In 2004, when Prime Minister Vajpayee’s NDA government handed it over to you with inflation below 4 per cent, what did you do with it? Ill-targeted, reckless fiscal policy, ill-targeted subsidies, wasteful expenditure, all done for political gains.”

She added that the NDA government was often targeted for inflation but the UPA government was not better off.

The Finance Minister said targeting inflation was not merely trying to contain it but implementing supply-side measures as prices would increase due to a lack of it.

She added that under the NDA government, a group of ministers monitors the price of commodities, including vegetables and pulses, every week.

The ‘White Paper’ compares the performance of the Indian economy under the previous UPA government and the current BJP-led NDA government.

It was mentioned in the document that the UPA regime inherited a healthy economy in 2004 and left it in crisis when the current government took over in 2014.

The central government said in its white paper that the UPA government failed to drive growth after inheriting a healthy economy in 2004.

This Article was originally published on india today.

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Interim Budget 2024: Nirmala Sitharaman likely to focus on women, farmers ahead of Lok Sabha polls

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Budget 2024: With the economy witnessing rapid expansion and the government reaping the benefits of a tax windfall, expectations are high for targeted measures that could bolster growth and appease voters.

All eyes are set on Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as she will present the Interim Budget 2024-25 shortly, setting the stage for the government’s final push before the Lok Sabha elections later this year.

Although this is an interim budget, economists and experts view this as much more than just a financial statement, with Sitharaman expected to provide a detailed economic roadmap on how the government plans to transform India into a developed economy.

With the economy witnessing rapid expansion and the government reaping the benefits of a tax windfall, expectations are high for targeted measures that could bolster growth and appease voters.

It is widely expected that Finance Minister Sithraman’s budget presentation will focus on enhancing farmers’ income, empowering women, and creating jobs.

Here’s a list of what the nation anticipates from Nirmala Sitharaman’s interim budget speech

  • Support for farmers: Amidst last year’s export bans on essential crops and poor rainfall affecting harvests, there is a strong expectation for increased financial support for farmers. This could include enhanced allocations for farm sector schemes and subsidies on essentials like fertilizers and cooking gas.
  • Job creation in focus: With unemployment being a critical concern, the budget is expected to focus on job creation. This may involve investments in sectors that have the potential to generate substantial employment opportunities.
  • Infrastructure push: Consistent with the past emphasis on infrastructure, the government is likely to continue its spending spree on roads, railways, and digital initiatives, which are pivotal for economic growth.
  • Fiscal prudence: Despite the need for spending, maintaining fiscal discipline remains a priority. The government aims to reduce the fiscal deficit to 4.5 percent of GDP by FY26, indicating a careful balance between expenditure and revenue.
  • Income Tax Relief: While chances of major changes in personal taxation remain low, some experts have called for some additional benefits under the old and new income tax regimes to provide some relief to taxpayers for the impact of high inflation.
  • Social security boost: There might be an introduction of a social security fund for informal sector workers, including those in gig jobs, reflecting the government’s focus on inclusive growth.
  • Affordable housing: To address housing needs, the budget may see a significant increase in funding for low-cost housing projects, which would also stimulate the construction industry.
  • Divestment and asset monetization: To improve fiscal health without overburdening taxpayers, the government may continue its divestment drive, aiming to raise funds through strategic asset sales.
  • Women empowerment: Special measures to empower women, such as increased subsidies for cooking gas and loans, are anticipated, recognizing their crucial role in the electorate.
  • Green Energy investments: With a global shift towards sustainable energy, the budget could allocate funds for green hydrogen and electric vehicle initiatives, positioning India at the forefront of the green revolution.

Budget 2024 LIVE updates: Centre convenes all-party meeting today!

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Stay informed with live updates on Budget 2024 as the Centre hosts an all-party meeting today. Get exclusive insights and analysis as key stakeholders gather to discuss the nation’s financial direction!

Budget 2024 LIVE updates: The budget will be ‘interim’ in nature as the government is set to face a general election in April-May this year.

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the budget for Financial Year 2024-25 on February 1. This will be the final annual financial statement of the BJP-led PM Narendra Modi government’s second term. Last week, the traditional pre-budget ‘halwa’ ceremony was held- beginning a ‘lock-in’ period for officials involved in budget preparation to maintain confidentiality until the document’s tabling in the Lok Sabha.

This budget is also ‘interim’ in nature as the government is set to face a general election in April-May this year. The full budget will be presented in July by the incoming government. In India, the financial year starts on April 1 and ends on March 31 the following year.

Follow all the updates here:

  • Jan 30, 2024 09:02 AM ISTBudget 2024 LIVE Updates: Parliamentary affairs minister Pralhad Joshi to meet floor leaders of parties todayParliamentary affairs minister Pralhad Joshi will hold a meeting with the floor leaders of political parties in both houses of Parliament before the start of the upcoming Budget Session.

This article was originally published on Hindustantimes News!

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