Union Budget 2026: Public Account FAQs Explained
Get clear answers about the Public Account in Union Budget 2026. Learn what it means, how it functions, and why it matters for understanding government finances.
Get clear answers about the Public Account in Union Budget 2026. Learn what it means, how it functions, and why it matters for understanding government finances.
The Defence Ministry has requested a 20% increase in defence spending for the Union Budget 2026, aiming to boost military capabilities amid fiscal constraints.
India's Union Budget 2026-27 will be printed in North Block's basement press, continuing a decades-old tradition despite the finance ministry's relocation to Kartavya Bhawan.
The Outcome Budget links government spending directly to expected results. This approach aims to enhance accountability and measure the effectiveness of public funds in various schemes.
Finance Ministry will use its old North Block printing press for Budget 2026-27 copies due to constraints at new Kartavya Bhavan complex, maintaining tradition amid transition.
A high-level Defence Ministry meeting will discuss India's massive ₹3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale jets from France, featuring 30% indigenous manufacturing and integration of Indian weapons.
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 Economic Survey 2026 will be tabled in Parliament on January 31, 2026, providing crucial economic analysis ahead of the Union Budget. This document reviews India's economic performance and sets the stage for budget discussions.
FICCI calls for increased defence budget in 2026 with focus on AI, indigenous tech, and capital outlay to counter global threats and boost self-reliance.
The road ministry's budget allocation may remain unchanged at ₹2.72 trillion in 2026-27 as the government shifts focus to attracting private capital through asset monetization and InvITs.
Learn what makes up India's Economic Survey ahead of Budget 2026, from the Chief Economic Advisor's preface to detailed analytical chapters.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026 on February 1, as per a government-approved proposal. The budget preparation involves key ministries and officials.
The government plans to reduce Jal Jeevan Mission funding from Rs 67,000 crore to Rs 17,000 crore due to pending Cabinet approval for scheme extension until 2028.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla confirms the Union Budget 2026 will be tabled on Sunday, February 1. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present it. Read all details about the Budget Session schedule here.
Get all your questions answered about the Union Budget 2026 process. Learn who drafts the crucial Economic Survey, key dates, and the difference between the Survey and the Budget.
Struggling to find past Economic Surveys for Union Budget 2026 research? This guide explains official sources like the Union Budget portal and the National Digital Library. Learn how to access key historical data.
Rajasthan Deputy CM Diya Kumari presented state's demands including Rs 5,000 crore for Parvati-Kalisindh-Chambal link and an AIIMS for Jaipur in pre-Budget consultation with Nirmala Sitharaman. Read the full list of priorities.
Punjab govt's Defence Skills Conclave aims to build talent for defence & aerospace sectors, leveraging state's military legacy to achieve self-reliance. Read more.
Geopolitical tensions from Ukraine to Venezuela are pushing nations to hike defence budgets. Experts predict India will follow suit in Budget 2026, focusing on self-reliance and tech-driven warfare. Read more.
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.
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren launched the Abua Dishom Budget Portal & app, inviting public suggestions for the state budget until Jan 17. Top contributors will be honoured.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju confirms the Budget Session of Parliament will commence on January 28, with the Union Budget 2026-27 to be presented on February 1, a Sunday. Get the latest updates.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju announces the 2026 Parliament Budget Session dates. Get all details on the schedule approved by President Droupadi Murmu.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announces massive investment in UP's defence corridor, boosting local manufacturing of arms, ammo & aircraft equipment. Read the full report.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal lands major defence contracts worth ₹100 crore to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for protecting Army and Navy installations. A leap for indigenous defence tech.
Former US President Donald Trump unveils a massive $1.5 trillion defence budget proposal for 2027, promising to build the ultimate military force. Explore the details and global implications.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal wins Rs 100 crore defence contracts to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for the Indian Army and Navy, boosting national security with indigenous innovation. Read more.
Indian defence-tech startups are shifting from hardware to full-stack software solutions, driven by VC funding and policy changes. Over a third of new startups focus on drones, but software is key to long-term contracts.
The Union Budget for 2026-27 is expected to be tabled on February 1, a Sunday. The session may commence on January 28. Key themes include reforms for growth and shedding colonial mindset.
ET NOW and ET NOW Swadesh launch Budget Bharat Yatra 2026, a month-long multi-city initiative to gather budget expectations from India's heartland. Discover how it aims to shape policy.