Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Railways, highways continue to be primary drivers, take 47% of capex, Pg6India allocates ₹5.72 lakh crore to railways and highways in FY27, aiming to boost infrastructure and economic growth.Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.2 Feb, 2026Railways, highways continue to be primary drivers, take 47% of capex, Pg6India allocates ₹5.72 lakh crore to railways and highways in FY27, aiming to boost infrastructure and economic growth.2 Feb, 2026
Government BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesFertiliser subsidy zooms amid unrestrained consumption, weak rupee, Pg5Fertilizer subsidy surges to ₹1.86 lakh crore in FY26 due to rising consumption, weak rupee, and global prices.Government BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices2 Feb, 2026Fertiliser subsidy zooms amid unrestrained consumption, weak rupee, Pg5Fertilizer subsidy surges to ₹1.86 lakh crore in FY26 due to rising consumption, weak rupee, and global prices.2 Feb, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFY27 debt-to-GDP target at 55.6%; nominal GDP growth pegged at 10%, Pg5Centre targets 55.6% debt-to-GDP ratio by FY27, nominal GDP growth pegged at 10%; fiscal prudence emphasized.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting2 Feb, 2026FY27 debt-to-GDP target at 55.6%; nominal GDP growth pegged at 10%, Pg5Centre targets 55.6% debt-to-GDP ratio by FY27, nominal GDP growth pegged at 10%; fiscal prudence emphasized.2 Feb, 2026
Government BudgetingInvestment ModelsGovernment BudgetingInvestment ModelsAnother bumper RBI dividend expected in FY27, disinvestments seen at Rs 80,000 cr, Pg5Government anticipates ₹3.16 lakh crore dividend from RBI, PSBs, FIs in FY27; disinvestment target set at ₹80,000 crore.Government BudgetingInvestment ModelsGovernment BudgetingInvestment Models2 Feb, 2026Another bumper RBI dividend expected in FY27, disinvestments seen at Rs 80,000 cr, Pg5Government anticipates ₹3.16 lakh crore dividend from RBI, PSBs, FIs in FY27; disinvestment target set at ₹80,000 crore.2 Feb, 2026
Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Centre's capex thrust intact, FY27 target at Rs 12.22 lakh cr, Pg5Centre boosts FY27 capex target to Rs 12.22 lakh crore, prioritizing infrastructure development and economic growth amidst fiscal consolidation.Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.2 Feb, 2026Centre's capex thrust intact, FY27 target at Rs 12.22 lakh cr, Pg5Centre boosts FY27 capex target to Rs 12.22 lakh crore, prioritizing infrastructure development and economic growth amidst fiscal consolidation.2 Feb, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bets on new economy, manufacturing, Pg1Budget 2026-27 focuses on fiscal prudence, infrastructure boost, and job creation amid market concerns over tax hikes.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.2 Feb, 2026Bets on new economy, manufacturing, Pg1Budget 2026-27 focuses on fiscal prudence, infrastructure boost, and job creation amid market concerns over tax hikes.2 Feb, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth'Customs duty cuts will boost local manufacturing', Pg16Budget prioritizes local manufacturing through customs duty cuts, discourages speculation via STT hikes, and promotes fiscal prudence.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth2 Feb, 2026'Customs duty cuts will boost local manufacturing', Pg16Budget prioritizes local manufacturing through customs duty cuts, discourages speculation via STT hikes, and promotes fiscal prudence.2 Feb, 2026
Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingNo mention in speech but Rs 95K cr to VB-G RAM G, Pg15VB-GRAM G Scheme, allocated ₹95,692.31 crore, to replace MGNREGS with revised funding and 125-day wage guarantee.Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment Budgeting2 Feb, 2026No mention in speech but Rs 95K cr to VB-G RAM G, Pg15VB-GRAM G Scheme, allocated ₹95,692.31 crore, to replace MGNREGS with revised funding and 125-day wage guarantee.2 Feb, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesPublic Distribution SystemIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesPublic Distribution SystemFinance Minister has bypassed large parts of farm sector, Pg12Budget disappoints agriculture sector with subsidies outweighing developmental expenditure, hindering long-term growth and sustainability, experts say.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesPublic Distribution SystemIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesPublic Distribution System2 Feb, 2026Finance Minister has bypassed large parts of farm sector, Pg12Budget disappoints agriculture sector with subsidies outweighing developmental expenditure, hindering long-term growth and sustainability, experts say.2 Feb, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentTo cut China reliance, support for rare earths, critical minerals, Pg11Budget FY25 boosts critical minerals with rare earth corridors, duty exemptions, aiming to cut China reliance and boost domestic manufacturing.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development2 Feb, 2026To cut China reliance, support for rare earths, critical minerals, Pg11Budget FY25 boosts critical minerals with rare earth corridors, duty exemptions, aiming to cut China reliance and boost domestic manufacturing.2 Feb, 2026
Government BudgetingIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasGovernment BudgetingIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIn first Budget after Operation Sindoor, 15% hike for defence, Pg1Post 'Operation Sindoor', Defence Budget surges 15% to ₹7.85 lakh crore, modernizing armed forces with increased capital outlay.Government BudgetingIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasGovernment BudgetingIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas2 Feb, 2026In first Budget after Operation Sindoor, 15% hike for defence, Pg1Post 'Operation Sindoor', Defence Budget surges 15% to ₹7.85 lakh crore, modernizing armed forces with increased capital outlay.2 Feb, 2026
Government BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthTransaction tax hiked to curb 'speculation' in F&O, but its volumes were already down, Pg1Budget 2026-27 proposes STT hike on F&O trading to curb speculation, triggering market slump amidst FII outflows and investor concerns.Government BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth2 Feb, 2026Transaction tax hiked to curb 'speculation' in F&O, but its volumes were already down, Pg1Budget 2026-27 proposes STT hike on F&O trading to curb speculation, triggering market slump amidst FII outflows and investor concerns.2 Feb, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureConstitutional BodiesGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureConstitutional BodiesGovernment BudgetingHigher tax share for south states, Hindi heartland states see dip, Pg116th Finance Commission's recommendations accepted; Southern states gain higher tax share, Hindi heartland states face decline in allocation.Union State Relations and Federal StructureConstitutional BodiesGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureConstitutional BodiesGovernment Budgeting2 Feb, 2026Higher tax share for south states, Hindi heartland states see dip, Pg116th Finance Commission's recommendations accepted; Southern states gain higher tax share, Hindi heartland states face decline in allocation.2 Feb, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Trump tariff shadow: Budget addresses US demands, backs vulnerable sectors, Pg1Budget 2026-27 addresses US trade demands by tax holidays for data centers and easing duties on nuclear equipment.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.2 Feb, 2026Trump tariff shadow: Budget addresses US demands, backs vulnerable sectors, Pg1Budget 2026-27 addresses US trade demands by tax holidays for data centers and easing duties on nuclear equipment.2 Feb, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingRural Ministry spending hits new low in FY26: Data, Pg6Rural Ministry's expenditure plummets to a 9-year low, utilizing only 51% of allocated funds amid new spending norms.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment Budgeting1 Feb, 2026Rural Ministry spending hits new low in FY26: Data, Pg6Rural Ministry's expenditure plummets to a 9-year low, utilizing only 51% of allocated funds amid new spending norms.1 Feb, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingNew debt-GDP fiscal anchor will likely open space for higher capex, Pg1Centre shifts fiscal target to debt-GDP ratio, aiming 55% by FY27, allowing higher capex and gradual consolidation.Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting1 Feb, 2026New debt-GDP fiscal anchor will likely open space for higher capex, Pg1Centre shifts fiscal target to debt-GDP ratio, aiming 55% by FY27, allowing higher capex and gradual consolidation.1 Feb, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingA job well done, Pg6Economic Survey 2025-26 emphasizes strategic resilience, fiscal prudence, and addresses emerging risks like rupee depreciation and ethanol's impact.Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting31 Jan, 2026A job well done, Pg6Economic Survey 2025-26 emphasizes strategic resilience, fiscal prudence, and addresses emerging risks like rupee depreciation and ethanol's impact.31 Jan, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBudget 2026: The 3 big macro worries for India, Pg16Budget 2026 faces challenges: decelerating nominal GDP growth, weak tax buoyancy, and sluggish private corporate investments impacting economic calculations.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth31 Jan, 2026Budget 2026: The 3 big macro worries for India, Pg16Budget 2026 faces challenges: decelerating nominal GDP growth, weak tax buoyancy, and sluggish private corporate investments impacting economic calculations.31 Jan, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment BudgetingSurvey calls for relaxing FRBM for Centre, but says States’ finances worsening, Pg13Economic Survey advocates FRBM Act relaxation for Centre amid geopolitical volatility, flags States' worsening finances due to rising expenditure.Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment Budgeting30 Jan, 2026Survey calls for relaxing FRBM for Centre, but says States’ finances worsening, Pg13Economic Survey advocates FRBM Act relaxation for Centre amid geopolitical volatility, flags States' worsening finances due to rising expenditure.30 Jan, 2026
Vulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingVulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingSurvey raises concerns over unconditional cash transfers, Pg13Economic Survey flags fiscal risks of unconditional cash transfers, citing sustainability concerns amid rising state expenditures and potential crowding out of capital investments.Vulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingVulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting30 Jan, 2026Survey raises concerns over unconditional cash transfers, Pg13Economic Survey flags fiscal risks of unconditional cash transfers, citing sustainability concerns amid rising state expenditures and potential crowding out of capital investments.30 Jan, 2026