The Economic Times

India's Counterstrike: Budget 2026 arms India with plans to blunt out Trump's tariff attack

Budget 2026 targets export growth and domestic manufacturing. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced measures to simplify customs, reduce red tape, and provide sector-specific support. Key areas like marine, leather, textiles, and electronics will see duty exemptions and incentives. The budget also aims to ease personal imports and streamline trade processes. These reforms are designed to boost India's global market competitiveness.