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Union Budget 2026: Activists slam allocation for rural jobs schemes
Activists say 30,000 crore for MGNREGS is unclear and likely to be absorbed by dues; warn Centres 95,692 crore for VBGRAMG is far below whats nee
Visible progress, invisible exclusion
India is perfecting a growth model designed to function with clinical efficiency, while quietly leaving its vast labour force behind
Budget 2026: DEA Secy asks companies to invest in critical sectors
The government, Anuradha Thakur said, intends to stay on the fiscal consolidation path and reduce its debt-to-GDP ratio. This will weigh down the
PF exemptions to now align in full with EPFO rules
The Union Budget proposes changes to provident fund trust rules. These changes aim to simplify business operations and reduce legal disputes. Emp
Carbon capture push in Budget 2026 builds up steel & cement companies' confidence
India's government is investing 20,000 crore over five years in carbon capture technology. This funding will aid hard-to-abate industries like st
Budget 2026: Tax reforms mark shift to trust-based regime, says CBDT chief
Explaining the hike in securities transaction tax (STT) on derivatives, CBDT chairman Ravi Agrawal said that the reforms regarding the minimum al
Priority is growth; demand seen keeping up pace, says Nirmala Sitharaman after Budget 2026
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is confident consumption will remain strong. She defended the increased tax on derivative trading, aiming to
A quiet confidence: How Indias Budget steadies the economy in a turbulent world
India's latest budget reflects a quiet confidence in navigating global economic shifts. The nation's economic foundations are firm, with strong g
Budget 2026: SEZ domestic sale a one-time Step, says Revenue Secretary
The government has introduced a special one-time measure for Special Economic Zone units. This allows eligible manufacturing units to sell produc
Tight fiscal room won't affect infra creation capex: Expenditure secy
The government will maintain its focus on infrastructure development through increased capital expenditure, despite fiscal constraints and global
India-US trade deal: US cuts tariffs to 18%, India gains edge over regional peers
The US has slapped a 50% tariff on Brazil, 30% on South Africa and 25% on Mexico. Developed economies such as Canada face a 35% tariff and Switze
MPC Meet: A rate cuts unlikely with growth strong, liquidity call in focus: Poll
Reserve Bank of India is expected to keep interest rates unchanged. Economists foresee a neutral to dovish stance from Governor Sanjay Malhotra.
Manufacturing push key to strong rupee in long run: CEA Anantha Nageswaran
Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran states strong manufacturing is vital for the rupee's long-term strength. The recent budget includes m
Budget 2026: Infra boost may create $175 billion investment opportunity over 7 years
India's budget prioritizes infrastructure, signaling stability for long-term investors. Public capital expenditure is rising, creating a predicta
DIPAM secretary: Rs 80,000 crore target high but achievable
The government aims to raise 80,000 crore through disinvestment and asset monetisation in FY27. DIPAM secretary Arunish Chawla expressed confiden
GIFT Nifty surged by nearly 800 points before paring some gains, indicating a widespread relief-driven rally across markets. The rise followed re
SEZ domestic sales relief to be time-bound: Revenue Secy
New Delhi: Special Economic Zone units will get a temporary window to sell goods domestically. This one-time measure aims to help them navigate g
Budget 2026: Vision for future-ready India with clarity and continuity
India's latest budget prioritizes technology and skills for future growth. Initiatives like Semiconductor Mission 2.0 and rare earth corridor dev
Lower than Pakistan, China: In trade deal with US, India secures a favourable tariff rate
With this deal, India bags a place among countries facing one of the lowest tariff rates from the Donald Trump administration. Incidentally, the
MoSPI to map economic impact of cooperatives
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation will launch a six-month rapid survey in April to assess the economic contribution of func
Rise in southern States share in devolution of funds provides no relief to Tamil Nadu
The share of Tamil Nadu, which was 4.079% in the 15th FC, rose to 4.097% now, accounting for a rate of increase of only 0.44%; as part of horizon
Factory activity firms up in January amid weak outlook
India's manufacturing activity saw a slight rebound in January, driven by increased new orders and output, though business confidence dipped to a
India-US trade deal finalized; tariffs cut from 25% to 18%
US President Donald Trump has announced a major trade deal with India, following a phone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
India-US trade deal: 25% penal tariffs linked to Russian oil gone? Heres what we know
Donald Trump has claimed that the trade deal has been agreed after India has agreed to reduce tariffs on US goods to zero, committed to stop buyi
US and India agree on trade deal, tariffs reduced to 18%
Under the deal, the US will lower reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 18%, while India will gradually eliminate tariffs and non-tariff
Businesses want stability, not a disturbed environment, says Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on the nuances of her ninth Budget the proposals and schemes announced, and their implications
US-India trade deal news: The Trump administration is removing a 25% tariff on Indian imports previously imposed due to New Delhi's purchases of
Trump cuts tariffs on India to 18 pc, calls PM Modi greatest friend
President Donald Trump on Monday, February 2, announced to lower reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods from 25 per cent to 18 per cent, following a
India revises baggage rules: 40 gms jewellery allowed duty-free with no value cap
Duty-free allowances have also increased: 75,000 for resident Indians and tourists of Indian origin, 25,000 for foreign tourists, and 2,500 for c
India-US trade deal: PM Modi 'delighted' after Trump cuts tariffs on 'Made in India products' to 18%
India-US trade deal news: Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to US President Trump following a phone call where tariffs on Indian g
GIFT Nifty soars nearly 600 points on announcement of India-US trade deal
The surge in GIFT Nifty came following the news that India and the US agreed to a trade deal. Donald Trump, on his Truth Social platform, said th
US to cut tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 18%, claims Trump
The United States will lower its import tariff on Indian goods to 18 percent. This follows a phone call between President Donald Trump and Prime
Trump spoke with Modi on Monday, says US Ambassador Sergio Gor
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor confirmed the interaction with a short message, saying, President Trump just spoke with Prime Minister Modi. ST
Donald Trump holds telephone discussion with PM Modi as Jaishankar reaches U.S.
The conversation between Trump and Modi is the first since the U.S. leader convened a Board of Peace consisting of multiple global leaders aimed
Finance ministry mulls raising FDI limit in public sector banks to 49%
Tata Chemicals Q3 Results: Consolidated net loss widens to Rs 93 crore
Tata Chemicals reported a wider consolidated net loss of Rs 93 crore for the December quarter, impacted by oversupplied soda ash markets and low
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Q3 loss widens to Rs 375 crore
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank reported a significant widening of its net loss to Rs 375 crore in the third quarter, a substantial increase from Rs 1
First tranche of research innovation fund to be spent by March
Although allotted 20,000 crore for the Financial Year 2025-26, the Department of Science and Tehnology has not been able to spend any of that cor
An aspirational Defence Budget
The boost to capital spending in this yearsdefencebudget underscores emphasis on modernization, indigenization and readiness.
Chalet Hotels Q3 Results: Net profit up 28% at Rs 124 crore
Chalet Hotels reported a robust third quarter with a 28.5% year-on-year increase in net profit to Rs 124 crore and a 27.1% rise in revenue to Rs
Trillion-dollar investmentslikely to come intodatacentersector
The doubling down on our indigenous capabilities through India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, with an increased outlay of 40,000 crore, is a masterst
Union Budget 2026 and the next stage of Indias economic transformation
Budget 2026 drives long-term economic growth through infrastructure, urban transformation, and capital market development.
e4W registrations surge 63% in January; VinFast, Maruti shake up EV market
Mahindra Electrics market share zooms in January 2026
Fed chair nominee Warsh may want smaller Fed holdings, but that's not easy to do
Kevin Warsh, tapped to become the next Federal Reserve chair, may want to significantly contract the central bank's multi-trillion-dollar balance
Discussions are ongoing on how to deal with regulation on investments from China: DEA Secretary
Economic Affairs Secretary Anuradha Thakur said that while the Ministry of Finance was not discussing the issue, talks were on in other Departmen
A future-ready healthcare system: What theUnion budget gotright and what comes next
Budget 2026 reinforces this vision by strengthening district hospitals and expanding emergency and trauma care capacity
Duty cut on personal imports to aid more cross-border e-commerce
The move applies to items brought into the country by international travellers as well as goods ordered online from overseas for personal consump
Disney shares slump as fewer international visitors come to its US theme parks
Warner Bros Discovery is likely to hold a shareholder vote on the $82.7 billion deal to sell its streaming and studio assets to Netflix in March,
Air India pilot reports fuel switch defect in Boeing 787, aircraft grounded
Air India said it has asked Boeing to get the pilots concerns checked on a priority basis
Relaxation to SEZ units on domestic sales will be a limited-time window : Revenue Secretary
Necessary regulatory changes will be undertaken to operationalise these measures, while ensuring a level playing field for units working outside
Instilling long-term structural confidence
By signalling policy support for these creative and live entertainment sectors, the Budget acknowledges their growing economic contribution.
Exporters on guard as duty remission funds slashed for FY27
Hopeful funding for RoDTEP, RoSCTL will be increased in revised estimate stage after review of schemes
Union Budget 2026: Can PROIs save Indian stock market from FII sell-offs?
In her Union Budget speech, Sitharaman announced that the investment cap for persons resident outside India (PROI), has been raised to 10% of a c
From small towns to India Inc: Sitharaman's bold bet on Bharat in Budget 2026
Budget 2026: India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is launching a plan to boost small businesses in Tier II and Tier III towns. This initia
Engine fuel switches malfunctioned on Air India London-Bengaluru Boeing 787-8 aircraft
Unclear why the flight took off despite tech glitch; same malfunction was at the heart of the AI 171 crash of June 12, 2025
Kashmir apple farmers bet on storage amid climate change, market uncertainty
Traditionally, farmers sold their produce within days of harvest at wholesale markets outside Kashmir. However, changing climate patterns and ris
Domestic fertilizers take centre stage in budget
Focus on domestic fertilizer production and deep-tech initiatives will help strengthen industry, say stakeholders
Warner Bros' shareholders likely to hold vote on Netflix deal in March: Report
Warner Bros Discovery is likely to hold a shareholder vote on the $82.7 billion deal to sell its streaming and studio assets to Netflix in March,
US manufacturing rebounds in January amid strong order growth
U.S. factory activity grew for the first time in a year in January, with new orders rebounding sharply, but manufacturing is still not out of the
Precious metals complex pare losses despite bears hold an upper hand
After losing over 10% in early trade, silver cuts losses to 4%, gold also follows suit trimming losses to 3%
FinMin carefully watching rupee movement, says Economic Affairs Secretary
India's government is closely watching the rupee's decline against the US dollar. Officials may take action if the situation becomes concerning.
Gokaldas Exports shares fall nearly 5% after 71% drop in Q3 profit
The company estimated a 40 crore hit during the quarter, as US brands turned cautious on inventory amid higher duties and softer demand outlook
Centres focus on sports goods sectors will strengthen sporting ecosystem
By designing and producing sports equipment in India, we aim to make high-quality sport accessible to communities across the country : Decathlon
G-Sec yields hit one-year high after FY27 borrowing target; rupee recovers on RBI action
The 10-year benchmark G-Sec touched a one-year high of 6.78 per cent before closing at 6.77 per cent, as investors reacted to increased supply ex
Oracle shares rise as $50 billion raise eases data-center funding fears
Oracle shares gained 2.5% on Monday after Wall Street analysts said the software company's $50 billion fundraising plan allays worries over its a
International travel, new Mumbai airport lifts jet fuel usage to record high in January
According to the PPAC, India aviation turbine fuel consumption rose by almost 5% on a monthly and annual basis to hit 821,000 tonne on a provisio
US stocks open lower as commodity rout rattles markets
Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Monday, as a violent selloff in precious metals unsettled investors at the start of a week packed with
GST relief to cut costs for FPIs, lift margins for Indian brokers
Finance Bill 2026 ends 18% levy on brokerage services to overseas investors, makes claiming export refunds seamless
Bharat-VISTAAR launch to transform Indian agriculture with AI
The platform aims to improve productivity, yield predictability, and income stability while reducing risks
Union Budget: Building the foundations for Indias next urban growth
With improved roads, rail links, airports, and public utilities, Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets will become attractive to developers and homebuyers
Govt weighs LIC FPO next year to meet 10% public shareholding rule
Patel Retail net up 96% in Q3 on robust demand
The company has set up modern facilities at Ambernath (Thane), Mumbai and Gujarat
Dispute surfaces between Foxconn and local gram panchayat in Bengaluru Rural
The Gram Panchayat has issued a notice to the company seeking clarification and documentation, including approved building plans, construction li
Sixteenth Finance Commission: Slight course correction but not a paradigm shift
Commission has retained the vertical devolution share at 41 per cent but the weights have been changed in various parameters
IBC Bill likely during second part of budget session, says FM Sitharaman
This is going to be the seventh amendment to the IBC Act, which was implemented in 2016
Gold and jewellery industry sees mixed signals in budget
Industry disappointed some of its requests for a cut in import duty on gold and GST rationalisation have not materialised
Andhra Pradesh CM launches Pilloo AI for voice-based accounting
The app enables users to create invoices, record transactions, generate reports, and manage accounts simply by speaking in their native language
RBI says 98.42 pc of withdrawn Rs 2,000 banknotes returned
The Reserve Bank of India reports that 98.42 percent of Rs 2,000 banknotes have been returned. This withdrawal began on May 19, 2023. The total v
Customs revenue target modest, achievable: CBIC chief
Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenues in FY27 are projected to grow at 6.3 per cent, with a buoyancy of 0.94 even after a reduction in tax rates
FY27 Budget strengthens Indias resolve to build civil aircraft, says Civil Aviation Secretary
Budget measures focus on aircraft manufacturing, leasing reforms and seaplane connectivity.
Indian agriculture set to gain global edge, say stakeholders on Budget 2026
Focused support for high-value crops, along with special incentives for the fisheries and dairy sector, aims to augment farm incomes, they say
Budget makes leveraged investments turn less attractive
It scraps setting off interest expenditure incurred for earning dividend income or income from units of MFs
