The Union Budget 2024 was announced on 23rd July by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. While the budget touched upon varied sectors of priorities for the government, it has raised several questions for the middle class. Are the taxes simplified enough? Will the standard deductions given matter much? What should be the right approach to investing? In the episode of Money Matters, Certified Financial Planner and SEBI Registered Investment Advisor Kalpesh Ashar in conversation with Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor explains various aspects of personal finance related to this year’s budget. From the widening of the tax slabs, raising STT on F&O, and raising taxes on Capital Gains to the new pension scheme for minors, in this video Kalpesh Ashar busts the myth and explains how these reforms can impact you. 

Pro Govinda 2024 will take place on 18th August 2024 at the Dome SVP stadium in Worli and this makes the training of Mumbai’s Dahi Handi champions even more intense. Jogeshwari-based Jai Jawan Govinda Pathak is known to break several records and grab trophies - all thanks to their champion skills in making Dahi Handi breaking formations. Going by their records, they are one of the strongest and quickest set to give tough competition to the contenders at the Pro Govinda League. Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor paid a visit to Jai Jawan Govinda Pathak’s practice session and it was nothing short of wonder! Take a look.