Budget 2026: Fiscal Consolidation and Growth Can Coexist
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for FY27 on February 1. Experts discuss how fiscal consolidation and capital expenditure can drive growth amid global risks.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for FY27 on February 1. Experts discuss how fiscal consolidation and capital expenditure can drive growth amid global risks.
Mumbai's BMC has dramatically changed its budget allocation, prioritizing capital expenditure for major projects like Coastal Road and GMLR while reducing fixed deposits.
Delhi government shifts four long-stalled hospital projects to PPP model to ensure completion by 2027 after Rs 1,000 crore expenditure without functional hospitals.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present Union Budget 2026 on February 1. Analysts expect continued fiscal consolidation with targeted spending in defence, pharma, and sunrise sectors.
The upcoming Union Budget 2026 is expected to increase public capital expenditure by 10-15%, focusing on sustaining growth momentum despite cautious private sector investment.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1. Experts predict focus on infrastructure, fiscal prudence, with unlikely major tax changes.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget on February 1, 2026. Experts highlight fiscal deficit, GDP growth, capex, Atmanirbhar Bharat, and tax slabs as key focus areas.
ICICI Securities expects Union Budget 2026 to favor lenders and industrial stocks through higher capex, manufacturing focus, and divestment, with limited tax stimulus amid fiscal constraints.
Global Finance Magazine reveals the 10 poorest nations for 2025. Despite global wealth, countries like South Sudan & Burundi face extreme poverty due to conflict, climate, and debt. Explore the list and reasons.
Delhi govt revises 2025-26 budget, adding Rs 2,132 crore for capital projects. Major funds for Metro, Yamuna cleanup, and road upgrades. Read how this impacts public transport and city infrastructure.
India's defence capital expenditure reaches 62% in FY 2025-26, the highest in six years. Key deals from Operation Sindoor and emergency procurements fuel the surge. Read more.
Donald Trump's administration is reportedly planning a $100,000 per resident offer to convince Greenland to secede from Denmark. Could this strategic move reshape the Arctic? Read the full analysis.
India's top conglomerates like Reliance, Tata, and Adani dominated 2025 with record M&As and capital expenditure. Experts analyze if the growth is sustainable for 2026 amidst overleveraging and succession risks. Read more.
Dun & Bradstreet projects India's economy to grow 6.6% in FY27, driven by consumption, public spending, and a private capex revival. Read the full outlook.
Despite aggressive AI adoption, major IT firms show stagnant revenue per employee. Audited metrics reveal the real impact is yet to materialise. Read the full analysis.
Sergio Jimenez, 37, died during a private pay-per-view livestream in Spain. Police are investigating if viewers who paid for dangerous acts could face criminal charges. Read the shocking details.
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Delhi signs pact with RBI, ending reliance on high-cost NSSF loans. From Jan 9, capital expenditure to be funded via market borrowings at ~7%, ushering fiscal prudence.
Indian Railways' capital expenditure for the first three quarters of FY26 has surged past Rs 2 lakh crore, setting the stage for a major infrastructure push. Explore the key projects and financial strategy.
Ahmedabad Metro's daily ridership tripled to 1.5 lakh by Dec 2025, yet average revenue per passenger remains stuck at just over Rs 12. Explore the challenges behind the numbers.
Indian Railways has spent over ₹1.53 lakh crore, 80% of its Gross Budgetary Support, in the first three quarters of FY 2024-25. Explore the spending breakdown and its impact on key projects.
Indian Railways has utilised over 80% of its FY 2025-26 capital expenditure budget in just nine months, focusing on safety, capacity, and passenger amenities. Discover the breakdown of this massive infrastructure push.
Railway stocks like IRCON, RVNL, IRFC rally up to 14% driven by passenger fare hike and expectations of record ₹1.3 trillion capex in Union Budget 2026. Analysts recommend selective picks.
Telangana emerges as India's leader in urban laptop ownership at 19%, doubling in a decade. The state also ranks second in durable goods spending. Explore the tech consumption trends.
Analysis reveals state capital expenditure doubled to Rs 8.4 trillion in 5 years, driven by central loans & borrowing flexibility. The 16th Finance Commission's recommendations will be crucial for future spending space. Read more.
RBI data reveals PSU bank employees generated a median profit of ₹19.6 lakh in FY25, surpassing private banks. Discover the factors behind this productivity surge.
Chandigarh administration directs all departments to fully utilise capital expenditure funds by March 31. Unspent amounts cannot be carried forward, impacting future budget approvals from the Finance Ministry.
Larsen & Toubro CFO R Shankar Raman anticipates a 10% rise in government capital expenditure for FY27, emphasizing infrastructure's role in India's 2047 vision. He discusses execution hurdles and manpower shortages.
Larsen & Toubro CFO R Shankar Raman forecasts a 10% increase in government capital expenditure in the upcoming FY27 budget, emphasizing infrastructure's role in India's 2047 vision. He discusses execution challenges and private investment trends.
Uttar Pradesh's capital expenditure skyrockets, fueling a decade of massive growth in roads, aviation, and industry under Viksit Bharat. Discover the key figures behind the state's transformation.