Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman participated in the traditional ‘halwa’ ceremony, marking the final stage of preparing the Union Budget 2025-26. This custom signifies the ‘lock-in’ period for budget officials to ensure secrecy until the Budget presentation on February 1. The ceremony also involved the Finance Minister’s review of preparations.
Govt to sell up to 6% stake in Hindustan Copper via OFS; floor price at 10% discount
The government will sell a 3% stake in Hindustan Copper through an OFS at Rs 514 per share, with an option to divest another 3%.