Government Budgeting

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Women and Women's OrganizationsVulnerable SectionsGovernment Budgeting
16 Feb, 2026

We need fiscal prudence during elections, Pg7

Tamil Nadu's pre-election cash transfer raises fiscal prudence concerns amidst accusations of biased central funding and unsustainable welfare schemes.

Vulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting
16 Feb, 2026

‘OPS unsustainable for states; concept of funded pension account absolutely essential’, Pg12

PFRDA warns Old Pension Scheme is unsustainable; advocates for continued NPS contributions and funded pension accounts by state governments.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGovernment BudgetingConservation, Pollution and Degradation
15 Feb, 2026

Polluters must pay to fight climate change, stresses Finance Minister, Pg9

FM Sitharaman advocates 'polluter pays' principle at Munich Security Conference, urging tech sharing and differentiated climate responsibilities among nations.

Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
15 Feb, 2026

'India has raised its commitment to climate action to 5.6% of GDP', Pg11

India increases climate action spending to 5.6% of GDP, achieving two-thirds of renewable energy targets four years early.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting
14 Feb, 2026

​Overdue upgrade, Pg8

New CPI series launched with 2024 base year, reflecting updated consumption patterns and reduced food weightage for accurate inflation targeting.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting
14 Feb, 2026

Key themes in new CPI: Gold, silver to back-series, Pg18

New CPI series launched with 2024 as base year; gold and silver prices significantly impact inflation calculations.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting
13 Feb, 2026

Govt. unveils new CPI series; retail inflation in Jan. at 2.75%, Pg1

Government unveils new CPI series with 2024 base year; retail inflation stands at 2.75% in January 2026.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting
13 Feb, 2026

Retail inflation at 2.75% in Jan under revised CPI data series, Pg13

India's retail inflation hits 2.75% in January under revised CPI data series with new base year 2024.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting
13 Feb, 2026

New inflation series is a welcome update, Pg10

National Statistics Office releases new inflation series with 2024 as base year, reflecting updated household consumption patterns.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment Budgeting
12 Feb, 2026

No reduction in States’ share in tax devolution, FM asserts in Lok Sabha, Pg13

Finance Minister defends tax devolution to states, asserting full compliance with 15th Finance Commission's 41% mandate.

Government BudgetingAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBiotechnology
12 Feb, 2026

Budget gives science missions big figures but core funding gaps persist, PgII

Union Budget allocates big figures to science missions, but experts highlight persistent funding gaps and implementation challenges in research and development.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting
12 Feb, 2026

The CPI base revision exercise measures a slice of life, Pg8

India updates CPI base year to 2024 reflecting changing consumption patterns, impacting inflation measurement and policy decisions.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
11 Feb, 2026

Zero digital services tax promise ‘shrinks’ sovereign policy space, Pg17

India's commitment to remove digital services tax under US trade deal raises concerns over sovereign policy space and future negotiations.

Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers
11 Feb, 2026

To build data centres, tax breaks aren't enough, Pg12

Union Budget 2026-27 offers 21-year tax holiday to attract global cloud players for building data centers in India.

Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
10 Feb, 2026

Prepare DPRs for 7 high-speed rail corridors: Board, Pg14

Railway Board directs NHSRCL to prepare DPRs for seven new high-speed rail corridors, boosting infrastructure development and connectivity.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingSpace Technology
9 Feb, 2026

Budget boosts domestic space research while spending lags behind, PgII

Budget allocates ₹13,416.20 crore for space research, focusing on telescopes and deep-space exploration, but expenditure lags raise concerns.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting
9 Feb, 2026

Why borrowings have now begun biting govts, Pg16

States face higher borrowing costs despite RBI rate cuts due to rising debt and liquidity crunch, impacting fiscal management.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGovernment Budgeting
9 Feb, 2026

No sunset date for old tax regime, 95% of refunds disbursed: CBDT chief, Pg13

CBDT clarifies old tax regime's future, emphasizing taxpayer choice amidst rising adoption of the new regime and refund disbursement progress.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
9 Feb, 2026

Budget makes good moves on the textile economy, Pg11

Union Budget emphasizes textile sector with integrated schemes, infrastructure, and skill development, but value creation and artisan empowerment gaps remain.

Government BudgetingIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
8 Feb, 2026

Vaishnaw: ISM 2.0 to focus on chip design, partners and talent, Pg13

India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 prioritizes indigenous chip design, ecosystem partnerships, and talent development with ₹1,000 crore allocation for FY27.

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