Category : Economy


MSME, Startup Demands for Union Budget 2026

Industry associations ASSOCHAM and CII have presented key recommendations for the upcoming Union Budget 2026, focusing on easing financial stress for MSMEs and improving governance for startups amid funding challenges.

Budget 2026: Capex vs Consumption Debate Heats Up

As Union Budget 2026 approaches, experts debate the balance between capital expenditure and consumption support. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the fiscal roadmap on February 1.

Budget 2026: Industry Seeks Customs Duty Reform

Indian businesses call for GST-like transformation in customs framework ahead of Budget 2026-27. Key demands include duty rationalization, single-window clearance, and resolution of Rs 1.52 lakh crore stuck in litigation.

India's Middle Class Rise: Economic and Political Impact

India's expanding middle class is reshaping the nation's economy and politics, driving demand for better governance and accountability. This demographic shift signals a transformative era for checks and balances in society.

IMF Raises India's FY26 GDP Growth to 7.3%

The International Monetary Fund has revised its projection for India's economic growth in FY26 upward to 7.3%, signaling strong confidence in the country's economic trajectory.

EV Rental Industry's Budget 2026 Expectations

As India's EV two-wheeler rental sector grows, industry leaders outline crucial policy needs for the 2026 Union Budget to overcome challenges and boost sustainable urban mobility.

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