Author: Sakina Kheriwala

Budget 2025 Memes: Internet and brands react to FM’s big budget announcements with hilarious memes

Speaking to the media on Saturday, Sitharaman confirmed that she plans to present the Bill in Parliament soon. Once introduced, it will be sent to a parliamentary panel for further review and discussions.

As this year’s budget was unveiled, netizens erupted into a meme fest, celebrating the announcement with a burst of online humour.

Consumption is word of the day: Anupam Mittal, Radhika Gupta react to Budget 2025

This move means that resident Indian taxpayers, particularly salaried professionals earning up to Rs 12.75 lakh, will enjoy a significant exemption from income tax, thereby increasing disposable income for a vast section of the middle class.

New income tax reforms exempting earnings up to ₹12.75 lakh spark praise from industry leaders, promising a boost in consumption and economic growth.

Nikhil Kamath bets on Makhana, now FM gives the superfood a boost; reactions galore

Recently, Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath took to social media to praise makhana, emphasizing its potential to become the nation’s next superfood.

Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath champions makhana for their exceptional nutritional benefits, touting them as India’s upcoming superfood. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in the Union Budget 2025, announced the establishment of a dedicated Makhana Board in Bihar on Saturday.

Union Budget 2025: FM announces new Makhana Board in Bihar to empower farmers

The decision comes as part of the Union Budget 2025, which outlines development measures across ten broad areas, with special emphasis on assisting the poor, youth, farmers, and women. (Image: Moneycontrol)

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the establishment of a dedicated Makhana Board in Bihar during the Budget 2025 presentation, aiming to boost production and processing of fox nut.

Did you know? The Budget documents were reportedly leaked twice in the past

Notably, last week, the offices of Dentsu, Omnicom, Havas, Madison, IPG, GroupM, Publicis and industry bodies AAAI, ISA, and IBDF were raided over allegations of media cartelization.

In a revealing look back, reports confirm that the nation’s most sensitive financial document was compromised not once, but twice in its early years.

IPG CEO Philippe Krakowsky set for $50 million ‘golden parachute’ amid Omnicom merger deal

IPG CEO Philippe Krakowsky is guaranteed a role as co-Chief Operating Officer of the merged entity and a reported “golden parachute” worth approximately $49 million. (Image: IPG Mediabrands)

The final compensation figures will depend on IPG’s valuation when the deal closes, currently projected for the second half of 2025.

From hoodies to haute couture: The dramatic style evolutions of Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos

As Silicon Valley’s influence extends into entertainment, sports, and even space, its leaders are taking personal branding to the next level. (L-R: Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos)

Silicon Valley’s most famous CEOs have swapped their geeky pasts for buffed-up, stylish futures. Here’s how and why Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos underwent their dramatic visual transformations.

Harsh Goenka sparks social media debate on Shark Tank India judges’ financial losses

Despite the setbacks, Harsh Goenka made it clear that he remains a fan of the show, writing: "I still love watching #SharkTankIndia. But it seems some of our sharks are still navigating choppy waters🦈. There’s more ‘bleeding’ in the tank than I thought!"

RPG Group chairman shares insights on show’s popularity amid reports of losses by companies owned by Sharks.