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Union Budget 2026: Mountain trails, heritage sites get tourism push

New Delhi: The Centre proposed several measures in the Union Budget 2026 for the tourism sector, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlig

The Siasat Daily 1 Feb 2026 6:50 pm

Union Budget: New rural jobs scheme gets 95,692.31 crore

Experts warn it falls far short of the allocation needed to guarantee 125 workdays for all eligible workers;

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 6:44 pm

Budget 2026: Allocation for electric mobility schemes record notable declines

Programmes under the umbrella term e-mobility include three major schemes with an aim to make road transport more sustainable

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 6:43 pm

Tirupati laddu row: NDDB report confirms animal fat, says CM Naidu

Addressing political criticism, Naidu accused YSRCP of dragging Sri Venkateswara Swamy into controversies and defended his call for a Special Inv

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:43 pm

Budget 2026: Customs duty removed for 17 imported cancer meds; relief for rare diseases drugs

Overall health spending saw only modest growth with the Health Ministry being allocated 1.05 lakh crore for FY 2026-27, just over six percent hig

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 6:42 pm

Education and skilling get Budget push; high-power panel to look at education to employment pathways

Finance Minister announces university townships; allocation for the Education Ministry has risen to about 1.39 lakh crore, an increase of 14.21%

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 6:37 pm

Union Budget allocates 500 cr to boost sports goods manufacturing ahead of Olympics bid

Sports goods equipment and apparel manufacturing is valued at $ 6.7 billion in 2025 and is projected to touch $ 10 billion by 2030

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:35 pm

Budget 2026 ups allocation to Mission Mausam

Mission Mausam aims to improve Indias ability to accurately forecast weather, in amore timelymanner

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:29 pm

Heres everything you need to know about the Union Budget 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharamans Budget speech focussed on accelerating economic growth with significant reforms in manufacturing, infrastruc

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:29 pm

Infrastructure spending gets a leg-up with govt capex pegged at 12.2 lakh crore in 2026-27 Budget

Significant capital to help enhance countrys transport network. Higher provision for national highways, expressways, and road connectivity in cri

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:27 pm

Budget 2026-27: Government proposes 5-pronged strategy for textile sector

Announcement cover plans for new Mega Textile Parks, special initiative for traditional crafts

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:25 pm

Union Budget failed to address unemployment issue, says Congress

MSMEs, farmers, and informal sector, which form the backbone of employment, are largely neglected, it says

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 6:25 pm

Budget ticks most of the boxes

Focussing on the medium term, it has provided incentives where required as part of the reforms process

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:23 pm

Union Budget 2026-27: Space budget recovers but misses crucial private sector reforms

The Indian government has opened the door to the private sector legally, but financially it has yet to clear the path

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 6:23 pm

Higher government borrowing in FY27 may push up G-Sec yields

The Budget maintains a fiscal deficit target of 4.3% of GDP while increasing capital expenditure to 12.2 lakh crore.

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:21 pm

Union Budget 2026: SGBs bought from secondary markets to attract capital gains tax, effective April 1

Budget 2026 proposes capital gains tax exemption for Sovereign Gold Bonds only if purchased directly from RBI and held until maturity. Secondary

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:20 pm

After ships and fleets, Centre targets desi container manufacturing with 10,000-crore push; reduce China dependence

Finance Minister announced a scheme for container manufacturing to create a globally competitive container manufacturing ecosystem, with a budget

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:18 pm

Union Budget 2026-27: Community-owned SHE Marts to be set up for women SHG entrepreneurs, says Sitharaman

Building on the success of the Lakhpati Didi programme, I propose to help women take the next step from credit-linked livelihood to being owners

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 6:16 pm

STT, capital gains tweaks rattle investors despite growth push: Sunil Singhania

Market veteran Sunil Singhania noted that while the Union Budget initially disappointed, increased allocations to railways, defense, and infrastr

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:13 pm

Union Budget pushes National Fibre Scheme to enhance textile self-reliance

Textile industry is the second largest employment provider, next to agriculture and providing jobs to over 105 Million people, especially for the

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:12 pm

A blueprint for resilient growth

Real GDP growth is projected at 6.8-7.2 per cent for the coming fiscal, underpinned by a calibrated mix of growth-oriented capital spending and d

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:11 pm

Tax revolution in the UAE: E-invoicing will change how you get paid, no more manual VAT fixes

UAE businesses face a major digital overhaul in 2026-2027 with a new e-invoicing system. Starting July 2026, companies will transition from paper

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 6:11 pm

Livestock sector gets a budget boost

New measures to help strengthen dairy, poultry value chains, improve productivity

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:11 pm

Union Budget 2026 falls short of attractive announcements for poll-bound Tamil Nadu

Some of the demands put forth by Tamil Nadu included approvals for the Coimbatore and Madurai Metro Rail projects, funds due to the State under S

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 6:08 pm

Union Budget 2026: Odisha CM Mohan Majhi praises infra, waterway push; Naveen Patnaik expresses disappointment

Leader of Opposition in Odisha Assembly and former CM Naveen Patnaik said the Budget offered no noteworthy benefits to the State and its people

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 6:07 pm

Budget 2026 lowers remittance tax under LRS, benefits outbound travellers

The measure allows more funds to flow directly for students and patients abroad while reducing the need to claim tax refunds

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 6:04 pm

Centre proposes TreDS to be settlement platform for MSME purchases by CPSEs

The finance minister introduced a credit guarantee support mechanism through CGTMSE for invoice discounting on TReDS platforms

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 5:59 pm

Fund allocation for food processing sector reduced in Budget 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has presented the Union Budget 2026, her ninth consecutive central budget.

NewsBytes 1 Feb 2026 5:59 pm

Gold, silver prices witness crash today: Here we decode why

Gold and silver prices have witnessed a major crash today, with MCX gold April futures plunging to an intraday low of 1,38,634 per 10g.

NewsBytes 1 Feb 2026 5:58 pm

Union Budget 2026: Nirmala Sitharaman allocates 9,000cr for GECL facility

In the Union Budget 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has allocated 9,000 crore under the Guaranteed Emergency Credit Line (GECL) facilit

NewsBytes 1 Feb 2026 5:58 pm

Union Budget 2026-27 | Even on poll eve, Budget has disappointed Tamil Nadu: CM Stalin

The Budget is totally disappointing. It has ignored the States interests, and there are no schemes for the welfare of the poor, women, farmers, a

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:57 pm

Budget to boost economy, enhance India's global competitiveness: India Inc

Industry leaders welcomed steps announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, such as raising capital expenditure to 12.2 lakh crore for FY27

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:54 pm

Over 9% rise in Home Ministry budget; Intelligence Bureau sees enhanced allocation

The upcoming Population Census 2027 has been allocated 6,000 crore; the second phase of Vibrant Villages Programme gets 300 crore

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:45 pm

Union budget huge disappointment: TN CM

The interests of Tamil Nadu have been completely ignored and the budget has got nothing for the poor, women, farmers and the marginalised, he sai

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 5:45 pm

Union Budget: Not-so poll-driven, but signals focus on global headwinds

While the Budget did include announcements touching poll-bound States, the measures were packaged within broader multi-State initiatives that ref

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:45 pm

Union Budget 2026: Duty free import of processing inputs to boost export of value added seafood

India's seafood exports are set to see more value-added products. A threefold increase in duty-free import limits for processing inputs will lowe

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:43 pm

Budget pitches for macro stability and growth resilience in an uncertain global environment

Though the immediate market reaction may reflect dashed expectations hitting short-term sentiment, the Budgets capex focus and support for key se

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:41 pm

Union budget 2026-27: Centre proposes 500 crore package for families of former ULFA members

The government has allocated a 500 crore special package for former ULFA members' families as part of the Union Budget. This initiative, alongsid

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:37 pm

Oil India among 4 stocks that hit 52-week highs & rallied up to 22% in a month

Sensex fell 1,547 points during Budget 2026 special session, yet select stocks defied weakness. Oil India, Bharat Electronics, Axis Bank and SBI

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:33 pm

HUA ministry gets Rs 85,522 crore in Union Budget; PM SVANidhi allocation up by 57%

The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry receives a substantial Rs 85,522.39 crore in the Union Budget. The PM SVANidhi scheme for street ven

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:31 pm

Union Budget 2026 at a glance: Infographics

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the ninth budget of the Modi government in Parliament today. Here are the key numbers.

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:28 pm

Union Budget 2026: States, UT going to polls this year get benefits

The central government has ensured all poll-bound states receive a substantial share in the Union Budget 2026-2027 presented by Finance Minister

The Siasat Daily 1 Feb 2026 5:28 pm

Budget proposes incentives for manufacture of training aircraft, seaplanes

The Finance Minister has proposed removal of the 5% basic customs duty currently applicable on components and parts required for the manufacture

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:27 pm

90s software boom all over again! What Raamdeo Agrawal said after Budget 2026

Raamdeo Agrawal praised Budget 2026 as transformative for Indias digital future, citing data centre tax holidays and capex push. Despite STT-led

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:25 pm

Union Budget 2026: Health outlay raised 10%, government plans 5 regional medical hubs, boost for AHPs

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled a significant boost for healthcare in the Union Budget, announcing five new regional medical hubs an

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 5:24 pm

High Income Group: The Budget is a study in contrasts

While the Budget delivers a major victory for our global aspirations, it remains stubbornly silent on the domestic tax relief required to combat

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:24 pm

Naveen Kumar wins Hyderabad Regional Round of The HindubusinesslineCerebration Corporate Quiz 2026

Naveen Kumar outperformed five other finalists to secure the top honours

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 5:23 pm

Budget 2026:Soaps, detergents, umbrellas likely to turn expensive; customs processes to be simplified

For better use of capacities of manufacturing units in Special Economic Zones that are hit by global trade disruptions, there will be a one time

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:23 pm

Union Budget: Law Ministry's e-Courts project gets 1,200 crore

According to the budget document, the project has received 1,200 crore as against 1,500 crore in the budget estimate

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:22 pm

Sensex crashes 1,547 points as STT hike on derivatives triggers massive selloff

The proposed STT increase from 0.02 per cent to 0.05 per cent on futures emerged as the primary catalyst for the rout

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 5:22 pm

Union Budget 2026: MEA gets 22,118 crore

Out of the total allocation under the Overseas Development Partnership portfolio, 4,548 crore has been earmarked for immediate neighbours

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:21 pm

Watch: 16th Finance Commission report tabled | Union Budget 2026

The Centres decision to retain States share in the common pool of taxes at 41% for 202631 has sparked criticism from opposition leaders. Finance

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:18 pm

India halves foreign aid to Bangladesh amid rising anti-Hindu violence

India has slashed its foreign aid to Bangladesh by 50%, reducing the allocation from 120 crore to 60 crore.

NewsBytes 1 Feb 2026 5:17 pm

SGB tax change: secondary market buyers lose capital gains exemption from April

The move, aimed at curbing arbitrage, is expected to boost government revenue while reducing SGB liquidity and attractiveness for second-hand inv

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 5:13 pm

Union Budget 2026: Allocations to Ministries in graphics

Here is a look at the split-up of expenditure between Ministries in the 2026-27 Union Budget.

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:12 pm

Agri Budget FY27: Schemes, allocations more practical as Sitharaman avoids populism

The Minister has trimmed the fat by withholding funds from underperforming schemes, sending a clear message that last year's major announcements

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 5:11 pm

Visionary Budget with long-term growth focus: R Doraiswamy, LIC

LIC CEO & MD R Doraiswamy described the Union Budget as a visionary roadmap for India's ambition to become a top three global economy. He highlig

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:11 pm

Top 10 High-Growth stocks: Profit surges over 150% in Q3FY26

Several Nifty 500 companies delivered exceptional Q3FY26 profit growth, with net profits rising over 150% year-on-year. Energy, real estate, fina

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:09 pm

Union Budget: Law ministry's e-Courts project gets Rs 1,200 crore

The Union Budget has allocated Rs 1,200 crore for the e-Courts project's third phase. This ambitious initiative aims to digitise all subordinate

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:08 pm

Kerala CM slams Union budget, accuses Centre of neglecting state

CM also expressed disappointment over the finance commission allocation, noting that the rejection of the demand to increase Kerala's share, whic

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 5:07 pm

IT sector looks forward to improved ease of business with latest budget proposals

Union Budget FY27 eases tax norms for IT and software exporters by expanding safe harbour limits, simplifying transfer pricing, improving buyback

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:07 pm

Budget 2026: 28,500cr capital infusion announced for BSNL

The Indian government has announced a massive capital infusion of 28,473 crore for state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) in the Union B

NewsBytes 1 Feb 2026 5:07 pm

Test your Budget intuition

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:07 pm

Budget 2026: FM plans Purvodaya tourism hubs, Buddhist Circuits in North-East

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed five new tourism destinations in the Purvodaya States, the launch of Buddhist Circuits across Arunac

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 5:04 pm

Budget 2026: High-level committee on Banking to be set up for India's next phase of growth

I propose setting up a 'High Level Committee on Banking for Viksit Bharat', to comprehensively review the sector and align it with India's next p

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 5:03 pm

Budget 2026 proposes Rs 43,290 crores transfer to J&K in FY27, up 4.72 percent

Jammu and Kashmir will receive over Rs 43,290 crore in central assistance for 2026-27. This represents a significant increase from the previous f

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:03 pm

Union Budget 2026: From STT and buybacks to SGBs, 7 key takeaways for markets

At the end of the day, the BSE Sensex fell 1546.84 points or 1.88% to close at 80,722.94, whereas the Nifty 50 was down 495.20 points or 1.96% to

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:02 pm

Sector-wise possibilities: A deep dive into Budget 2026

Explore the key sector-wise announcements presented in Indias Budget 2026 for economic growth and investment

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 4:58 pm

Higher NRI investment limits to broaden equity base, attract foreign capital

Budget doubles individual portfolio investment scheme cap and lifts aggregate ceiling for overseas investors

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 4:57 pm

Nirmala Sitharaman skips poetry, keeps focus on investments, growth in 85-min Budget speech

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget, draped in a Kanjivaram saree. The speech focused on investments and growth. Prime

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 4:54 pm

STT hike after Budget 2026: What is Securities Transaction Tax & what does it mean for F&O traders and investors

Starting April 1, 2026, India will see increased Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on futures and options trading. The Finance Minister announced

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 4:51 pm

Budget doubles allocation for nuclear researchto 2,410 cr

Budget gives 1,977.20 crore for capital expenditure for nuclear research projects, against 928.95 crore in 2025-26 (RE) - an increase of113%

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 4:51 pm

Budget 2026 sets out targeted measures for States

Eastern India, mineral-rich states and the Northeast emerge as major beneficiaries

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 4:50 pm

Union Budget 2026: Defence Budget pegged at 7.85 lakh crore; 15% increase over current fiscal

The increase in the defence outlay against the backdrop of historic success of Operation Sindoor has further strengthened our resolve to make Ind

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 4:49 pm

Government proposes 38% higher outlay for telecom to 73,990 crore, BSNL gets 28,473 crore

When asked about the reason for increased allocation for the Telecom Ministry, especially BSNL, Mr. Scindia said the government is trying to grow

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 4:47 pm

Budget Speech 2026: FM outlines NBFCs vision, targets credit and tech; PFC, REC to be restructured

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled the government's Viksit Bharat vision for Non-Banking Financial Companies, setting clear targe

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 4:46 pm

Union Budget 2026: What gets cheaper, what gets costlier?

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 4:44 pm

Union Budget 2026: Customs duty rationalisation to help boost exports, promote manufacturing, say experts

Budget 2026-27's customs duty rationalization is set to boost exports and domestic manufacturing by lowering costs for key sectors like clean ene

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 4:44 pm

Budget 2026 reassures bond markets on fiscal discipline, borrowing size keeps yields in focus

Budget 202627 reassured bond markets with fiscal discipline and reform continuity. However, higher-than-expected gross borrowing may pressure yie

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 4:42 pm

Budget 2026: 9,200cr allocated for LPG connections to poor households

The Indian government has allocated 9,200 crore in the 2026 budget to provide Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) connections to poor households.

NewsBytes 1 Feb 2026 4:41 pm

Union Budget allocates Rs 6,000 crore for Census 2027

New Delhi: The Union Budget on Sunday, February 1, allocated Rs 6,000 crore for Census 2027, with the 16th edition of the mega population head co

The Siasat Daily 1 Feb 2026 4:40 pm