Government Budgeting

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Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government Budgeting

A cautious nudge, Pg8

Finance Commission retains 41% vertical devolution, tweaks horizontal formula rewarding GDP contribution, but avoids structural fiscal federalism changes.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government Budgeting

3 Feb, 2026

A cautious nudge, Pg8

Finance Commission retains 41% vertical devolution, tweaks horizontal formula rewarding GDP contribution, but avoids structural fiscal federalism changes.

3 Feb, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

16th Finance panel: Exit clauses must for cash transfer schemes, Pg8

16th Finance Commission flags states' rising unconditional cash transfers, warns of fiscal destabilization, and suggests exit clauses for schemes.

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

3 Feb, 2026

16th Finance panel: Exit clauses must for cash transfer schemes, Pg8

16th Finance Commission flags states' rising unconditional cash transfers, warns of fiscal destabilization, and suggests exit clauses for schemes.

3 Feb, 2026

Representation of the People's Act Government Budgeting

Individual taxpayers biggest beneficiary of tax deductions claimed on political donations, Pg6

Tax deductions on political donations surge to ₹3,126 crore in FY25, individuals overtake corporates in claiming benefits.

Representation of the People's Act Government Budgeting

3 Feb, 2026

Individual taxpayers biggest beneficiary of tax deductions claimed on political donations, Pg6

Tax deductions on political donations surge to ₹3,126 crore in FY25, individuals overtake corporates in claiming benefits.

3 Feb, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Government Budgeting

IBC Amendment Bill in 2nd half of Budget session', Pg13

Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code Amendment Bill, 2024, aiming to improve resolution process, to be introduced in Budget session's second half.

Parliament and State Legislatures Government Budgeting

3 Feb, 2026

IBC Amendment Bill in 2nd half of Budget session', Pg13

Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code Amendment Bill, 2024, aiming to improve resolution process, to be introduced in Budget session's second half.

3 Feb, 2026

Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

FC bats for discom privatisation, debt clean-up via SPVs, Pg13

16th Finance Commission advocates discom privatization and SPVs for debt resolution, aiming to modernize power distribution and alleviate financial strain.

Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

3 Feb, 2026

FC bats for discom privatisation, debt clean-up via SPVs, Pg13

16th Finance Commission advocates discom privatization and SPVs for debt resolution, aiming to modernize power distribution and alleviate financial strain.

3 Feb, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

Benchmark 10-year bond yields rise on record borrowing plan, Pg13

Benchmark 10-year bond yields surge to 6.78% post-budget, fueled by record Rs 17.2 lakh crore government borrowing plan.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

3 Feb, 2026

Benchmark 10-year bond yields rise on record borrowing plan, Pg13

Benchmark 10-year bond yields surge to 6.78% post-budget, fueled by record Rs 17.2 lakh crore government borrowing plan.

3 Feb, 2026

Inclusive Growth Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

Finance Commission strikes a new balance, Pg10

16th Finance Commission balances equity concerns by increasing southern states' share to 17% and recommending fiscal prudence for states.

Inclusive Growth Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

3 Feb, 2026

Finance Commission strikes a new balance, Pg10

16th Finance Commission balances equity concerns by increasing southern states' share to 17% and recommending fiscal prudence for states.

3 Feb, 2026

Government Budgeting

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.

Government Budgeting

2 Feb, 2026

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.

2 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government Budgeting

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.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government Budgeting

2 Feb, 2026

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.

2 Feb, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting

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.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting

2 Feb, 2026

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.

2 Feb, 2026

Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

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.

Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

2 Feb, 2026

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.

2 Feb, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Government Budgeting

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.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Government Budgeting

2 Feb, 2026

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.

2 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

Pushing welfare towards the States, Pg11

Budget 2026-27 witnesses reduced central allocations for social welfare schemes, shifting burden to states amid fiscal constraints.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

2 Feb, 2026

Pushing welfare towards the States, Pg11

Budget 2026-27 witnesses reduced central allocations for social welfare schemes, shifting burden to states amid fiscal constraints.

2 Feb, 2026

Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

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.

Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

2 Feb, 2026

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.

2 Feb, 2026

Inclusive Growth Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

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.

Inclusive Growth Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

2 Feb, 2026

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.

2 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

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.

2 Feb, 2026

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.

2 Feb, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.