Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman began the presentation of her record eighth Union Budget in the Lok Sabha, emphasising India`s continued efforts to accelerate growth and ensure inclusive development.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Saturday announced the launch of a six-year ‘Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses’ with a special focus on tur (pigeon pea), urad (black gram), and masoor (red lentil) during her Budget speech.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made history on Saturday by presenting her eighth consecutive budget with a 74-minute-long speech. This achievement brings her closer to the record held by former Prime Minister Morarji Desai, who presented 10 budgets during his tenure, six between 1959 and 1964 and four from 1967 to 1969.

For the 8th consecutive year, to present the Budget 2025, the Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman arrives in a handwoven Madhubani saree gifted to her by Padma Shri awardee Dulari Devi. The saree of the day features classic Madhubani designs like fish and nature-inspired art, elegantly adorned with golden borders.

Nirmala Sitharaman's unique saree choices during Union Budget speeches showcase India's textile heritage and traditional weaves.

From setting up a regulatory committee to investment friendliness index, here are the latest proposal by the Finance Minister of India during the Union Budget 2025