<h1>Finance Minister Targets 25% Growth in Indirect Tax Revenue for 2014-15; Focus on Manufacturing, Infrastructure, and Compliance.</h1> The Union Finance Minister announced that the revenue targets for indirect taxes for the financial year 2014-15, set at Rs. 6,23,244 crores with a growth rate of over 25%, are challenging but achievable. Efforts are focused on boosting manufacturing and infrastructure to spur economic growth. Measures to enhance trade facilitation and reduce tax-related irritants have been implemented, aiming to lower business costs and improve compliance. The Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is urged to facilitate taxpayers while addressing revenue leakages. Initiatives include 24/7 customs clearance, IT advancements, and steps to modernize customs operations, aiming for a non-adversarial tax regime.