https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=33282 The budget is criticised for not addressing inflation and unemployment and for a narrowly targeted income tax measure that benefits only a small share of the population; analysts call for measures to expand economic activity and increase disposable income. Key recommended measures are strengthening food security by boosting PDS allocations and universalising free rations temporarily, reducing GST on essentials, and considering a farmer debt-waiver scheme amid concerns about cuts to agriculture and education and a pro-rich orientation. en-us Fri, 07 Feb 2025 18:31:03 +0530 Fri, 07 Feb 2025 18:31:03 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=33282 The budget is criticised for not addressing inflation and unemployment and for a narrowly targeted income tax measure that benefits only a small share of the population; analysts call for measures to expand economic activity and increase disposable income. Key recommended measures are strengthening food security by boosting PDS allocations and universalising free rations temporarily, reducing GST on essentials, and considering a farmer debt-waiver scheme amid concerns about cuts to agriculture and education and a pro-rich orientation. News - Fri, 07 Feb 2025 18:31:03 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=33282