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Capex scale-up, Pg1
Budget 2026 targets productivity and job creation via infrastructure boost, export incentives, and strategic sector focus, with ₹12.2 lakh crore capex.
Capex scale-up, Pg1
Budget 2026 targets productivity and job creation via infrastructure boost, export incentives, and strategic sector focus, with ₹12.2 lakh crore capex.
States’ devolution at 41%; South’s share up, Pg1
16th Finance Commission maintains 41% tax devolution to states, tweaks formula increasing Southern states' share; Centre accepts recommendations.
States’ devolution at 41%; South’s share up, Pg1
16th Finance Commission maintains 41% tax devolution to states, tweaks formula increasing Southern states' share; Centre accepts recommendations.
Debating Budget 2026 as turning point or tinkering, Pg10
Budget 2026 prioritizes domestic manufacturing, import reduction, and export acceleration amid geopolitical shifts and China's dominance in electronics and rare earth materials.
Debating Budget 2026 as turning point or tinkering, Pg10
Budget 2026 prioritizes domestic manufacturing, import reduction, and export acceleration amid geopolitical shifts and China's dominance in electronics and rare earth materials.
Budget 2026 bets big on industrial growth, Pg10
Budget 2026-27 focuses on industrial growth via increased capex, PLI schemes, and MSME support, while maintaining fiscal prudence.
Budget 2026 bets big on industrial growth, Pg10
Budget 2026-27 focuses on industrial growth via increased capex, PLI schemes, and MSME support, while maintaining fiscal prudence.
Credible, creditable, Pg10
Budget 2026 focuses on sectoral growth, MSMEs, infrastructure, and fiscal consolidation amidst geopolitical uncertainties, with increased capital expenditure and sober revenue projections.
Credible, creditable, Pg10
Budget 2026 focuses on sectoral growth, MSMEs, infrastructure, and fiscal consolidation amidst geopolitical uncertainties, with increased capital expenditure and sober revenue projections.
Pushing welfare towards the States, Pg11
Budget 2026-27 witnesses reduced central allocations for social welfare schemes, shifting burden to states amid fiscal constraints.
Pushing welfare towards the States, Pg11
Budget 2026-27 witnesses reduced central allocations for social welfare schemes, shifting burden to states amid fiscal constraints.
What the new fiscal rule means for growth and spending, Pg11
New fiscal rule targets 50% debt-GDP ratio by 2031, impacting government spending and economic growth strategies.
What the new fiscal rule means for growth and spending, Pg11
New fiscal rule targets 50% debt-GDP ratio by 2031, impacting government spending and economic growth strategies.
What does the Budget offer urban India?, Pg12
Union Budget 2026 allocates ₹85,522 crore for urban development, an 11.6% decrease, prioritizing metro projects over essential services.
What does the Budget offer urban India?, Pg12
Union Budget 2026 allocates ₹85,522 crore for urban development, an 11.6% decrease, prioritizing metro projects over essential services.
Do AI-powered toys affect the healthy development of children?, Pg13
Experts warn AI-powered toys pose risks to children's development, citing privacy concerns, inappropriate content, and unhealthy emotional attachments.
Do AI-powered toys affect the healthy development of children?, Pg13
Experts warn AI-powered toys pose risks to children's development, citing privacy concerns, inappropriate content, and unhealthy emotional attachments.
Centre aiming for a 4.3% fiscal deficit for 2026-27, Pg19
Centre targets 4.3% fiscal deficit by 2026-27, moderating fiscal consolidation amid falling tax revenue ratios and aiming 55.6% debt-to-GDP ratio.
Centre aiming for a 4.3% fiscal deficit for 2026-27, Pg19
Centre targets 4.3% fiscal deficit by 2026-27, moderating fiscal consolidation amid falling tax revenue ratios and aiming 55.6% debt-to-GDP ratio.
No allocation for Chabahar port amid U.S. tariff pressure, Pg19
Chabahar port project faces funding freeze amid U.S. tariff threats; India recalibrates foreign aid allocations to neighbors.
No allocation for Chabahar port amid U.S. tariff pressure, Pg19
Chabahar port project faces funding freeze amid U.S. tariff threats; India recalibrates foreign aid allocations to neighbors.
Trump says India to resume purchases of Venezuelan oil, Pg20
Trump claims India to resume Venezuelan oil imports amidst shifting geopolitical dynamics and US sanctions adjustments impacting global energy markets.
Trump says India to resume purchases of Venezuelan oil, Pg20
Trump claims India to resume Venezuelan oil imports amidst shifting geopolitical dynamics and US sanctions adjustments impacting global energy markets.
What is waste-to-energy?, PgII
Waste-to-energy technology converts non-recyclable waste into fuel, reducing landfill burden but posing pollution challenges; India has 21 WtE plants.
What is waste-to-energy?, PgII
Waste-to-energy technology converts non-recyclable waste into fuel, reducing landfill burden but posing pollution challenges; India has 21 WtE plants.
Bets on new economy, manufacturing, Pg1
Budget 2026-27 focuses on fiscal prudence, infrastructure boost, and job creation amid market concerns over tax hikes.
Bets on new economy, manufacturing, Pg1
Budget 2026-27 focuses on fiscal prudence, infrastructure boost, and job creation amid market concerns over tax hikes.
Trump tariff shadow: Budget addresses US demands, backs vulnerable sectors, Pg1
Budget 2026-27 addresses US trade demands by tax holidays for data centers and easing duties on nuclear equipment.
Trump tariff shadow: Budget addresses US demands, backs vulnerable sectors, Pg1
Budget 2026-27 addresses US trade demands by tax holidays for data centers and easing duties on nuclear equipment.
Higher tax share for south states, Hindi heartland states see dip, Pg1
16th Finance Commission's recommendations accepted; Southern states gain higher tax share, Hindi heartland states face decline in allocation.
Higher tax share for south states, Hindi heartland states see dip, Pg1
16th Finance Commission's recommendations accepted; Southern states gain higher tax share, Hindi heartland states face decline in allocation.
Transaction tax hiked to curb 'speculation' in F&O, but its volumes were already down, Pg1
Budget 2026-27 proposes STT hike on F&O trading to curb speculation, triggering market slump amidst FII outflows and investor concerns.
Transaction tax hiked to curb 'speculation' in F&O, but its volumes were already down, Pg1
Budget 2026-27 proposes STT hike on F&O trading to curb speculation, triggering market slump amidst FII outflows and investor concerns.
Corridor to future: High-speed rail, freight, one for rare earths, Pg1
Budget 2024 unveils seven high-speed rail corridors, dedicated freight routes, and rare earth corridors to boost connectivity and economic growth.
Corridor to future: High-speed rail, freight, one for rare earths, Pg1
Budget 2024 unveils seven high-speed rail corridors, dedicated freight routes, and rare earth corridors to boost connectivity and economic growth.
Trump says India will buy Venezuela oil, new window after Iran, Russia, Pg1
Trump claims India to buy Venezuelan oil amidst US sanctions, creating new geopolitical dynamics impacting India's energy strategy.
Trump says India will buy Venezuela oil, new window after Iran, Russia, Pg1
Trump claims India to buy Venezuelan oil amidst US sanctions, creating new geopolitical dynamics impacting India's energy strategy.
In first Budget after Operation Sindoor, 15% hike for defence, Pg1
Post 'Operation Sindoor', Defence Budget surges 15% to ₹7.85 lakh crore, modernizing armed forces with increased capital outlay.
In first Budget after Operation Sindoor, 15% hike for defence, Pg1
Post 'Operation Sindoor', Defence Budget surges 15% to ₹7.85 lakh crore, modernizing armed forces with increased capital outlay.
No NPR notification yet, but Budget allocates funds, Pg4
Budget allocates ₹6,000 crore for NPR and Census 2027 amidst controversy over potential NRC link and citizenship concerns.
No NPR notification yet, but Budget allocates funds, Pg4
Budget allocates ₹6,000 crore for NPR and Census 2027 amidst controversy over potential NRC link and citizenship concerns.
Centre's capex thrust intact, FY27 target at Rs 12.22 lakh cr, Pg5
Centre boosts FY27 capex target to Rs 12.22 lakh crore, prioritizing infrastructure development and economic growth amidst fiscal consolidation.
Centre's capex thrust intact, FY27 target at Rs 12.22 lakh cr, Pg5
Centre boosts FY27 capex target to Rs 12.22 lakh crore, prioritizing infrastructure development and economic growth amidst fiscal consolidation.
FY27 debt-to-GDP target at 55.6%; nominal GDP growth pegged at 10%, Pg5
Centre targets 55.6% debt-to-GDP ratio by FY27, nominal GDP growth pegged at 10%; fiscal prudence emphasized.
FY27 debt-to-GDP target at 55.6%; nominal GDP growth pegged at 10%, Pg5
Centre targets 55.6% debt-to-GDP ratio by FY27, nominal GDP growth pegged at 10%; fiscal prudence emphasized.
Another bumper RBI dividend expected in FY27, disinvestments seen at Rs 80,000 cr, Pg5
Government anticipates ₹3.16 lakh crore dividend from RBI, PSBs, FIs in FY27; disinvestment target set at ₹80,000 crore.
Another bumper RBI dividend expected in FY27, disinvestments seen at Rs 80,000 cr, Pg5
Government anticipates ₹3.16 lakh crore dividend from RBI, PSBs, FIs in FY27; disinvestment target set at ₹80,000 crore.
Fertiliser subsidy zooms amid unrestrained consumption, weak rupee, Pg5
Fertilizer subsidy surges to ₹1.86 lakh crore in FY26 due to rising consumption, weak rupee, and global prices.
Fertiliser subsidy zooms amid unrestrained consumption, weak rupee, Pg5
Fertilizer subsidy surges to ₹1.86 lakh crore in FY26 due to rising consumption, weak rupee, and global prices.
Railways, highways continue to be primary drivers, take 47% of capex, Pg6
India allocates ₹5.72 lakh crore to railways and highways in FY27, aiming to boost infrastructure and economic growth.
Railways, highways continue to be primary drivers, take 47% of capex, Pg6
India allocates ₹5.72 lakh crore to railways and highways in FY27, aiming to boost infrastructure and economic growth.
Building on SHANTI Act, govt powers nuclear sector with zero customs duty, Pg6
Customs duty exemption extended till 2035 for nuclear power projects, boosting India's nuclear capacity target of 100 GW by 2047.
Building on SHANTI Act, govt powers nuclear sector with zero customs duty, Pg6
Customs duty exemption extended till 2035 for nuclear power projects, boosting India's nuclear capacity target of 100 GW by 2047.
Tax holiday for foreign firms setting up data hubs, Pg6
Budget 2026 proposes tax holiday until 2047 for foreign firms establishing data centers in India, potentially boosting investments to $200 billion.
Tax holiday for foreign firms setting up data hubs, Pg6
Budget 2026 proposes tax holiday until 2047 for foreign firms establishing data centers in India, potentially boosting investments to $200 billion.
Gadget charge: Outlay doubled to Rs 40,000 cr for electronic components, Pg7
Electronics component manufacturing scheme gets Rs 40,000 crore boost, aiming for domestic supply chain strengthening and increased value addition.
Gadget charge: Outlay doubled to Rs 40,000 cr for electronic components, Pg7
Electronics component manufacturing scheme gets Rs 40,000 crore boost, aiming for domestic supply chain strengthening and increased value addition.
Healing shakti: Rs 10,000 crore to promote India as hub for complex biological drugs, Pg7
Biopharma Shakti Mission launched with ₹10,000 crore investment to boost domestic biologics, biosimilars production, and clinical trial ecosystem.
Healing shakti: Rs 10,000 crore to promote India as hub for complex biological drugs, Pg7
Biopharma Shakti Mission launched with ₹10,000 crore investment to boost domestic biologics, biosimilars production, and clinical trial ecosystem.
Rs 10,000-crore SME Growth Fund, reform to boost liquidity for MSMEs, Pg7
Government launches Rs 10,000 crore SME Growth Fund, enhances TReDS platform to boost MSME liquidity and regulatory compliance.
Rs 10,000-crore SME Growth Fund, reform to boost liquidity for MSMEs, Pg7
Government launches Rs 10,000 crore SME Growth Fund, enhances TReDS platform to boost MSME liquidity and regulatory compliance.
Rs 10K crore for container scheme amid shortage, dependency, Pg8
India allocates ₹10,000 crore to boost domestic container manufacturing, aiming to reduce reliance on China amid supply chain vulnerabilities.
Rs 10K crore for container scheme amid shortage, dependency, Pg8
India allocates ₹10,000 crore to boost domestic container manufacturing, aiming to reduce reliance on China amid supply chain vulnerabilities.
Manufacturing gets big boost as govt slashes customs duties, Pg8
Government slashes customs duties on textiles, footwear, and marine sectors to boost domestic manufacturing and address inverted duty structures.
Manufacturing gets big boost as govt slashes customs duties, Pg8
Government slashes customs duties on textiles, footwear, and marine sectors to boost domestic manufacturing and address inverted duty structures.
Those residing outside India can now invest more in equities, Pg9
Budget 2026-27 proposes raising investment limits for Persons Resident Outside India (PROIs) to boost foreign investment and strengthen capital inflows.
Those residing outside India can now invest more in equities, Pg9
Budget 2026-27 proposes raising investment limits for Persons Resident Outside India (PROIs) to boost foreign investment and strengthen capital inflows.
NIMHANS-2 in North; institutes in Tezpur, Ranchi to be upgraded, Pg10
India to establish second NIMHANS in North India and upgrade mental health institutes in Tezpur and Ranchi.
NIMHANS-2 in North; institutes in Tezpur, Ranchi to be upgraded, Pg10
India to establish second NIMHANS in North India and upgrade mental health institutes in Tezpur and Ranchi.
Soon, Buddhist Circuits and vibrant destinations, Pg10
Budget 2024-25 boosts tourism with focus on Buddhist circuits, cultural sites, digital knowledge grid, and reduced TCS for foreign tours.
Soon, Buddhist Circuits and vibrant destinations, Pg10
Budget 2024-25 boosts tourism with focus on Buddhist circuits, cultural sites, digital knowledge grid, and reduced TCS for foreign tours.
In fresh chip push, focus shifts to supply chains, IP and equipment, Pg11
India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 unveiled with $15 billion outlay, emphasizing equipment, IP, supply chains, and skilled workforce development.
In fresh chip push, focus shifts to supply chains, IP and equipment, Pg11
India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 unveiled with $15 billion outlay, emphasizing equipment, IP, supply chains, and skilled workforce development.
To cut China reliance, support for rare earths, critical minerals, Pg11
Budget FY25 boosts critical minerals with rare earth corridors, duty exemptions, aiming to cut China reliance and boost domestic manufacturing.
To cut China reliance, support for rare earths, critical minerals, Pg11
Budget FY25 boosts critical minerals with rare earth corridors, duty exemptions, aiming to cut China reliance and boost domestic manufacturing.
Finance Minister has bypassed large parts of farm sector, Pg12
Budget disappoints agriculture sector with subsidies outweighing developmental expenditure, hindering long-term growth and sustainability, experts say.
Finance Minister has bypassed large parts of farm sector, Pg12
Budget disappoints agriculture sector with subsidies outweighing developmental expenditure, hindering long-term growth and sustainability, experts say.
No mention in speech but Rs 95K cr to VB-G RAM G, Pg15
VB-GRAM G Scheme, allocated ₹95,692.31 crore, to replace MGNREGS with revised funding and 125-day wage guarantee.
No mention in speech but Rs 95K cr to VB-G RAM G, Pg15
VB-GRAM G Scheme, allocated ₹95,692.31 crore, to replace MGNREGS with revised funding and 125-day wage guarantee.
Bharat-VISTAAR to SHE Marts: Rural development gets a push, Pg15
Budget 2026-27 unveils Bharat-VISTAAR, SHE Marts, and high-value agriculture push with Rs 500 crore allocation for rural development.
Bharat-VISTAAR to SHE Marts: Rural development gets a push, Pg15
Budget 2026-27 unveils Bharat-VISTAAR, SHE Marts, and high-value agriculture push with Rs 500 crore allocation for rural development.
16th Finance Commission recommends Rs 4.35-lakh cr grant for rural local bodies, Pg15
16th Finance Commission proposes ₹7.91-lakh crore grant for local bodies, doubling rural allocation to ₹4.35-lakh crore for 2026-31.
16th Finance Commission recommends Rs 4.35-lakh cr grant for rural local bodies, Pg15
16th Finance Commission proposes ₹7.91-lakh crore grant for local bodies, doubling rural allocation to ₹4.35-lakh crore for 2026-31.
'Customs duty cuts will boost local manufacturing', Pg16
Budget prioritizes local manufacturing through customs duty cuts, discourages speculation via STT hikes, and promotes fiscal prudence.
'Customs duty cuts will boost local manufacturing', Pg16
Budget prioritizes local manufacturing through customs duty cuts, discourages speculation via STT hikes, and promotes fiscal prudence.
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