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Sitharaman vows to shield farmers from price shocks and confirms IDBI bank sale
India
Published on 26 April 2026
AI could disrupt everything, but cybersecurity talks continue
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the government will shield vulnerable groups, with a focus on farmers struggling with rising costs. She urged Indian businesses to invest and expand capacity while warning that AI is both promising and disruptive. The minister also indicated discussions are underway on advanced AI models and cybersecurity, and confirmed the strategic sale of IDBI Bank will proceed.
- Sitharaman promises support for farmers facing rising costs
- Businesses are urged to invest and expand manufacturing capacity
- AI is framed as dual-use: disruptive yet transformative
- Strategic sale of IDBI Bank confirmed to move ahead
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