Government Budgeting Current Affairs for UPSC

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Government Budgeting Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers

'Greater GPU access, more investment in data centres', Pg13

India-US interim trade deal boosts GPU imports and data center investments amidst AI push, tax holidays, and eased restrictions.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Government Budgeting Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers

8 Feb, 2026

'Greater GPU access, more investment in data centres', Pg13

India-US interim trade deal boosts GPU imports and data center investments amidst AI push, tax holidays, and eased restrictions.

8 Feb, 2026

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

India's central bank holds interest rates steady: What drove the policy decision, Pg15

RBI maintains steady interest rates amidst favorable inflation, robust growth, and global uncertainties, projecting 7.4% GDP growth for FY26.

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

7 Feb, 2026

India's central bank holds interest rates steady: What drove the policy decision, Pg15

RBI maintains steady interest rates amidst favorable inflation, robust growth, and global uncertainties, projecting 7.4% GDP growth for FY26.

7 Feb, 2026

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

Repo rate steady at 5.25%; FY26 GDP, inflation projections raised, Pg15

RBI maintains repo rate at 5.25%, raises FY26 GDP forecast to 7.4% and CPI inflation projection to 2.1%.

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

7 Feb, 2026

Repo rate steady at 5.25%; FY26 GDP, inflation projections raised, Pg15

RBI maintains repo rate at 5.25%, raises FY26 GDP forecast to 7.4% and CPI inflation projection to 2.1%.

7 Feb, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

RBI maintains status quo, conserves policy ammunition, Pg10

RBI holds rates steady amidst improved growth outlook and US trade deal, projecting 7.2% GDP growth for FY27.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

7 Feb, 2026

RBI maintains status quo, conserves policy ammunition, Pg10

RBI holds rates steady amidst improved growth outlook and US trade deal, projecting 7.2% GDP growth for FY27.

7 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

DISCOMs and the road ahead, Pg10

DISCOMs witness financial turnaround with ₹2,701 crore PAT in FY25, driven by government schemes and improved efficiency.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

6 Feb, 2026

DISCOMs and the road ahead, Pg10

DISCOMs witness financial turnaround with ₹2,701 crore PAT in FY25, driven by government schemes and improved efficiency.

6 Feb, 2026

Government Budgeting Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

More money for defence, now fix the process, Pg8

Defence budget witnesses double-digit surge, emphasizing modernization and domestic procurement, but bureaucratic delays and R&D fragmentation pose challenges.

Government Budgeting Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

6 Feb, 2026

More money for defence, now fix the process, Pg8

Defence budget witnesses double-digit surge, emphasizing modernization and domestic procurement, but bureaucratic delays and R&D fragmentation pose challenges.

6 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Health Sector Government Budgeting

More, and less, Pg8

Budget 2026 allocates ₹1.05 lakh crore to healthcare, focusing on biopharma, R&D, and affordability, but misses 2.5% GDP target.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Health Sector Government Budgeting

6 Feb, 2026

More, and less, Pg8

Budget 2026 allocates ₹1.05 lakh crore to healthcare, focusing on biopharma, R&D, and affordability, but misses 2.5% GDP target.

6 Feb, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Government Budgeting Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Intent and outcome, Pg8

Budget 2026-27 emphasizes climate action with ₹20,000 crore for CCUS, but implementation and private capital mobilization remain challenges.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Government Budgeting Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

6 Feb, 2026

Intent and outcome, Pg8

Budget 2026-27 emphasizes climate action with ₹20,000 crore for CCUS, but implementation and private capital mobilization remain challenges.

6 Feb, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Duty cuts to push local mfg, not to be seen only from revenue lens, Pg17

CBIC Chairman unveils strategic duty cuts to boost local manufacturing competitiveness amid FTAs and global trade dynamics.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

6 Feb, 2026

Duty cuts to push local mfg, not to be seen only from revenue lens, Pg17

CBIC Chairman unveils strategic duty cuts to boost local manufacturing competitiveness amid FTAs and global trade dynamics.

6 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

The Budget has delivered a googly—the retrospective tax (Excluding the retrospective tax, Budget 2026 is a very good example of good policy-making. Major policies were announced before the Budget. Income tax reform was announced last year, GST re..., Pg12

Budget 2026 marred by retrospective tax on SGBs, raising concerns about investor confidence and policy consistency despite positive reforms.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

6 Feb, 2026

The Budget has delivered a googly—the retrospective tax (Excluding the retrospective tax, Budget 2026 is a very good example of good policy-making. Major policies were announced before the Budget. Income tax reform was announced last year, GST re..., Pg12

Budget 2026 marred by retrospective tax on SGBs, raising concerns about investor confidence and policy consistency despite positive reforms.

6 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

‘Expect funds inflow after the call between Prime Minister and (the US) President’, Pg11

FM expects fund inflow post PM-US President call; highlights private sector investment, capex implementation, and states' debt concerns.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

6 Feb, 2026

‘Expect funds inflow after the call between Prime Minister and (the US) President’, Pg11

FM expects fund inflow post PM-US President call; highlights private sector investment, capex implementation, and states' debt concerns.

6 Feb, 2026

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

High capex to sustain growth, pvt investment also coming: Sitharaman, Pg1

FM Sitharaman prioritizes sustaining growth through high capex, as private investment shows promising signs of expansion.

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

6 Feb, 2026

High capex to sustain growth, pvt investment also coming: Sitharaman, Pg1

FM Sitharaman prioritizes sustaining growth through high capex, as private investment shows promising signs of expansion.

6 Feb, 2026

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

The Budget and the imperative of fiscal consolidation, Pg6

Union Budget 2026-27 emphasizes fiscal consolidation, infrastructure development, and technology investments to achieve 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.

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

5 Feb, 2026

The Budget and the imperative of fiscal consolidation, Pg6

Union Budget 2026-27 emphasizes fiscal consolidation, infrastructure development, and technology investments to achieve 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.

5 Feb, 2026

Government Budgeting Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Why carbon capture is key to achieving net-zero goal, Pg17

Budget allocates ₹20,000 crore for Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070.

Government Budgeting Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

5 Feb, 2026

Why carbon capture is key to achieving net-zero goal, Pg17

Budget allocates ₹20,000 crore for Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070.

5 Feb, 2026

Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Space Technology

How did the space sector fare in the Budget?, Pg10

Budget 2024 disappoints space industry; no PLI scheme, GST relief, or infrastructure status despite calls for private sector support.

Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Space Technology

4 Feb, 2026

How did the space sector fare in the Budget?, Pg10

Budget 2024 disappoints space industry; no PLI scheme, GST relief, or infrastructure status despite calls for private sector support.

4 Feb, 2026

Government Budgeting Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Why the government has increased capital spending for the defence sector, Pg11

Defence budget witnesses historic surge to ₹7.84 lakh crore, with 27.9% allocated for capital outlay, boosting modernisation and domestic industry.

Government Budgeting Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

4 Feb, 2026

Why the government has increased capital spending for the defence sector, Pg11

Defence budget witnesses historic surge to ₹7.84 lakh crore, with 27.9% allocated for capital outlay, boosting modernisation and domestic industry.

4 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Constitutional Bodies Government Budgeting

Has the 16th Finance Commission sidelined the States?, Pg9

16th Finance Commission maintains 41% vertical devolution, favouring Centre by excluding cesses/surcharges, sparking States' fiscal concerns and demands for increased share.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Constitutional Bodies Government Budgeting

4 Feb, 2026

Has the 16th Finance Commission sidelined the States?, Pg9

16th Finance Commission maintains 41% vertical devolution, favouring Centre by excluding cesses/surcharges, sparking States' fiscal concerns and demands for increased share.

4 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting Conservation, Pollution and Degradation