<h1>Minister Holds Pre-Budget Talks with Digital Economy Leaders on Big Data, AI in Healthcare, and Privacy Regulations.</h1> The Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs conducted a Pre-Budget Consultation with representatives from the digital economy and start-ups for the 2019-20 General Budget. Discussions focused on leveraging Big Data for economic forecasting, SME sector enhancement, and public governance. Key topics included digital infrastructure, privacy regulation, consumer protection, and financial regulation. Participants proposed solutions for digital frauds, incentivizing Indian IP products, and reducing reliance on international software providers. They also discussed tax benefits for digital companies, AI in healthcare, and data governance legislation. The meeting included senior government officials and industry leaders from various sectors.