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National Times Bureau :- The Ministry of Finance has directed all central government ministries, departments and affiliated organisations to stop spending public money on gifts during Diwali or any other festival. According to the fresh order issued by the Department of Expenditure, the move is part of the Centre’s effort to maintain strict fiscal discipline and avoid non-essential spending. The decision has been enforced with immediate effect. The circular further noted that similar instructions have been issued in the past, and this is a continuation of the government’s broader policy to ensure prudent use of public resources. “The Ministry of…