In her maiden budget presentation in Lok Sabha, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that the government will invite suggestions for the further opening up of foreign direct investment in the aviation sector, media, animation AVGC and insurance sectors in consultation with all stakeholders.
Hundred percent FDI will be permitted for insurance intermediaries, the finance minister said.
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