Budget 2026 Live: Capex Target Rs 12.2 Lakh Crore for FY27
Union Budget 2026-27 announced with capital expenditure target of Rs 12.2 lakh crore for FY27. Check latest income tax slabs, what gets cheaper and costlier, and full budget details.
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Budget 2026: No Funds for Chabahar Port Project
The Union Budget 2026 has made no financial allocation for India's strategic Chabahar port project in Iran, ending an annual funding pattern of Rs 100 crore that had been maintained for several years.
Budget 2026: Customs Duty Exempted on Aircraft Manufacturing
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces customs duty exemption for aircraft manufacturing in Budget 2026, aiming to boost India's aerospace sector and attract global investments.
Budget 2026: No TAN for NRI Property Deals from Oct 2026
Union Budget FY27 proposes eliminating TAN requirement for residents buying property from NRIs, simplifying transactions through PAN-based challan system from October 2026.
Budget 2026: STT Hiked, Buyback Taxed as Capital Gains
Union Budget 2026 introduces significant tax changes: STT on futures increased by 150% and options by 50%. Government to tax buyback proceeds as capital gains for all shareholders, causing market downturn.
Wipro, TCS Lead IT Rally After Budget Data Centre Tax Holiday
Wipro, TCS, and LTI Mindtree surged up to 4.6% as Nifty IT index jumped 2% after Finance Minister announced tax incentives for data centre infrastructure in Budget 2026.
Silver Gains 171% vs Gold's 73%, Volatility Spikes
Silver prices skyrocketed 171% in a year, far outpacing gold's 73% rise, but recent sharp corrections highlight its extreme volatility. The gold-silver ratio's drop below 50 suggests silver may no longer be cheap, with analysts warning of potential furthe
Sitharaman's 9th Budget: Milestone, Reactions, Viral Video
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ninth consecutive Budget, becoming the longest-serving FM. The Budget focused on manufacturing, tourism, health, sports, and defence, with no income tax changes. PM Modi praised it, while the Opposition cr
Budget 2026-27 Focuses on Productivity, Job Creation
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasizes boosting productivity and generating employment as key priorities after presenting the Union Budget 2026-27 in Parliament.
Halwara Airport Delhi Flight in March, Naming Row
Halwara Airport in Punjab's Ludhiana to launch its sole Delhi flight in early March, operated by Air India. Villagers demand it be named after Shaheed Kartar Singh Sarabha, a proposal pending with the Centre.
Budget 2026 Tax Breaks Boost IT, Manufacturing & Foreign Investment
Union Budget 2026 introduces tax holidays, safe harbour rules, and incentives to strengthen IT services, manufacturing, and attract foreign investment in India.
Budget 2026: Auto Sector Left Wanting for Clear Policy Direction
The Union Budget 2026-27 offered continuity over ambition for India's automobile industry, failing to address key demands on EVs, hybrids, and export challenges while focusing on manufacturing depth.
Budget 2024: Duty-Free Imports for Leather Sector
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced duty-free imports of specific inputs for the leather exports sector in the Union Budget 2024, aiming to boost competitiveness and reduce manufacturing costs.
Air India Adds Shanghai, Custom Dreamliner on Frankfurt
Air India has reintroduced Shanghai to its network after a hiatus and launched its first custom-configured Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on the Frankfurt route, marking a significant expansion in international operations.
Budget 2024: Vision for India's Travel & Tourism Sector
Nishant Pitti, CMD of EaseMyTrip, praises the Union Budget 2024 for its forward-looking vision, highlighting initiatives to boost tourism infrastructure and connectivity.
Budget 2026 Simplifies TDS for NRI Property Purchase
Union Budget 2026 introduces major simplification for resident Indians buying property from NRIs. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposes allowing TDS payment through resident PAN, eliminating complex TAN requirement.
Budget 2026: Non-Tax Revenues Offset Tax Shortfall
Union Budget 2026 reveals tax collections fell short by nearly ₹2 trillion, but robust non-tax revenues from dividends and disinvestments provided fiscal relief. Analysis of revenue trends.
Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman's Plan to Boost Farmer Income
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has outlined a detailed strategy in Budget 2026 aimed at significantly increasing farmer income through enhanced credit access, market reforms, and technology adoption.
Budget 2026: TCS Reduced to 2% for Education, Medical Under LRS
Union Budget 2026-27 proposes reducing TCS rate to 2% for education and medical purposes under Liberalised Remittance Scheme, with rationalization for specific goods.
Budget 2026-27: India's Fiscal Shift to Debt Rule Explained
The Union Budget 2026-27 introduces a structural shift in India's fiscal policy, replacing deficit targets with a debt-to-GDP anchor. This analysis explores how this new framework affects spending flexibility, revenue pressures, and long-term sustainabili
Budget 2026: 20 National Waterways, East Coast Corridor
The Union Budget 2026 focuses on infrastructure development, announcing 20 new national waterways and an integrated East Coast corridor to boost connectivity and trade.
Credit Card Fraud Case Sparks Banking Security Debate
A woman's account of alleged credit card fraud involving her father losing ₹42,000 despite immediate reporting has ignited discussions on banking safeguards and customer support effectiveness in India.
Budget 2026: Customs Reforms for Manufacturing & Export Push
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces sweeping customs and excise reforms in Union Budget 2026-27 to simplify tariffs, boost domestic manufacturing, enhance export competitiveness, and ease cost of living.
Budget 2026-27: Cautious Yet Prudent Fiscal Approach
The Union Budget 2026-27 strikes a careful balance between fiscal discipline and economic growth, with cautious assumptions, targeted MSME reforms, and continued capital expenditure focus amid global uncertainties.
Budget 2026: Buyback Tax Shift to Capital Gains
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2026 proposes taxing share buyback proceeds as capital gains instead of dividends, aiming to curb tax arbitrage and ensure fairness in corporate profit distribution.
Budget 2026: Buyback Tax as Capital Gains, STT Hike Proposed
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026 proposes taxing buyback proceeds as capital gains for all shareholders and increasing Securities Transaction Tax on commodity futures to 0.05%.
Budget 2026: Sitharaman Announces Key Panels for Services, Creative Sectors
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026-27 introduces a high-powered committee to boost services sector growth, an 'orange economy' for creative industries, and a National Destination Digital Knowledge Grid.
Budget 2026: Key Reforms for Common Man, STT Hike on F&O
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented Union Budget 2026 with focus on farmers, women, students, healthcare workers & taxpayers. Key announcements include ITR deadline extension, STT hike on derivatives, education reforms & banking sector review.
Budget 2026: Tax Sops Extended to Cooperative Societies
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces tax deduction for inter-cooperative society dividend income under new regime in Union Budget 2026, boosting cooperative sector.
Budget 2026 Charts Aggressive Tourism Roadmap with Seaplanes, Skilling
Union Budget 2026 introduces comprehensive measures for tourism, including skilling initiatives and seaplane infrastructure, widely welcomed by the travel and hospitality industry.
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