Red Bahi Khata: India's Budget Day Symbol Explained
Discover the story behind India's iconic red bahi khata on Budget Day, from its colonial origins to its modern significance as a symbol of national aspirations and economic change.
Category : Politics
Budget 2026: Biopharma Shakti & Ayurveda Institutes Announced
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026-27 with Rs 10,000 crore biopharma initiative and expansion of Ayurveda institutions to boost traditional medicine globally.
Budget 2026 Focuses on Women Empowerment
Union Budget 2026 introduces a major initiative to empower women through community-owned retail outlets, aiming to boost entrepreneurship and economic participation.
Budget 2026: Rs 12.2 Lakh Crore Capex for Infrastructure
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces a significant increase in public capital expenditure to Rs 12.2 lakh crore for FY 2026-27, focusing on infrastructure development across India.
Budget 2026: Girls' Hostels in Every District to Boost Education
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces ₹10,000 crore scheme for girls' hostels in every district to promote higher education and workforce participation.
Budget 2026: Fibre Scheme, MSME Fund & Key Announcements
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented India's 80th Union Budget, outlining key initiatives including a National Fibre Scheme, Rs 4,000 crore MSME fund, and major infrastructure projects.
Budget 2026: Rs 20,000-Crore Carbon Capture Plan Announced
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveils a Rs 20,000-crore carbon capture scheme and seaplane manufacturing incentives in the Union Budget 2026-27 to boost green tech and tourism.
Kishtwar Encounter: Operation Against 3 Terrorists Underway
A major security operation is currently underway in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, following an encounter where three terrorists are believed to be holed up. Security forces have cordoned off the area and are conducting a meticulous search to track down and
SIT to Grill Ex-CM KCR in Hyderabad Phone Tapping Case
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is set to interrogate former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) in Hyderabad regarding an alleged phone tapping scandal during his tenure.
Budget 2024: ₹100 Crore Bond, Incentives for Municipal Finance
Union Budget 2024 introduces ₹100 crore municipal bond issuance and ₹200 crore AMRUT incentives to strengthen urban local bodies' finances, reduce dependence on transfers, and promote market-based funding for infrastructure projects.
Budget 2026: Rs 100 Cr Incentives for Municipal Bonds
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026 introduces Rs 100 crore incentives for single bond issuance by municipal corporations and establishes a high-level committee on 'Banking for Viksit Bharat'.
Budget 2026: ₹12.2L Cr Capex for Tier 2-3 Cities Announced
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026 speech unveiled a massive infrastructure push with ₹12.2 lakh crore capex allocation, focusing on Tier 2-3 cities as growth centers.
Surat Police Arrest Two Women in Child Trafficking Case
Surat police arrested two women for attempting to sell a 10-day-old baby girl for ₹2.5 lakh. The newborn was brought from Maharashtra, and the mother is an unmarried teenager.
Budget 2026: Sitharaman Pledges Continued Reform Push
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2026 speech emphasized sustaining economic reforms, focusing on six core areas for growth, and ensuring benefits reach all sections of society.
Rare Earth Corridors Proposed in Odisha, AP, TN, Kerala
Union Budget 2026-27 includes dedicated rare earth corridors in four mineral-rich states to boost domestic production, reduce imports, and strengthen India's critical minerals capabilities.
Sitharaman Details Agri Reforms for Rural Growth, Viksit Bharat
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights government's agricultural reforms boosting rural employment, productivity, and farm incomes. Budget allocations show steady support amid global challenges.
Budget 2026: Rare Earth Corridors Announced in 4 States
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the establishment of rare earth corridors in four states, including Tamil Nadu and Kerala, in the Union Budget 2026 to boost domestic production and reduce import dependence.
Budget 2026: 15,000 School Labs for Creators Announced
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposes establishing content labs in 15,000 secondary schools to support the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies in Budget 2026 speech.
Budget 2026: Committee to Assess AI, Tech Impact
The Indian government will form a high-powered standing committee to evaluate the impact of emerging technologies like AI, as announced in Budget 2026. This move aims to guide policy and ensure technological advancements benefit the economy and society.
Budget 2026: Biopharma Investment, Rs 4,000 Cr for MSMEs
Union Budget 2026-27 announces Rs 10,000 crore investment in biopharma sector over five years and Rs 4,000 crore support package for MSMEs to boost innovation and economic growth.
Budget 2026: Electronics Manufacturing Gets Rs 40,000 Crore Boost
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces significant increase in electronics manufacturing allocation to Rs 40,000 crore for FY27, along with new high-tech tool rooms to boost capital goods sector.
Budget 2026: Capex Hike to ₹12.2L Cr & 10 Key Takeaways
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented Budget 2026, focusing on economic growth with a capex hike to ₹12.2 lakh crore for FY27, high-speed rail corridors, and regional medical hubs. Here are 10 key takeaways.
Budget 2026: ₹10,000 Crore Biopharma Shakti Scheme Announced
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces ₹10,000 crore Biopharma Shakti scheme in Union Budget 2026-27 to develop India as global bio-pharma hub with interventions across six key sectors.
Budget 2026: 7 High-Speed Rail Corridors Proposed by FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposes seven high-speed rail corridors in Budget 2026, including Mumbai-Pune and Delhi-Varanasi routes, to boost infrastructure and domestic manufacturing.
Budget 2026: Biopharma Investment & MSME Support Announced
Union Budget 2026-27 proposes a Rs 10,000 crore investment in biopharma over five years and allocates Rs 4,000 crore to support MSMEs, aiming to boost innovation and economic growth.
Haryana's 200% Compensation Policy for High-Voltage Tower Land
Haryana's Energy Department introduces a new compensation framework for landowners affected by high-voltage transmission lines, featuring 200% compensation for tower bases and market-linked rates.
KCR to Face SIT in Hyderabad Phone Tapping Case
Former Telangana CM K Chandrasekhar Rao will be questioned by SIT in Hyderabad phone tapping case after submitting detailed legal response citing Supreme Court judgments.
Budget 2026: Key Announcements on Infrastructure, Healthcare, Tax
The Union Budget 2026-27 focuses on boosting infrastructure, expanding healthcare access, and implementing tax reforms to stimulate economic growth and public welfare.
India-Arab Nations Unite Against Terror, Condemn Pahalgam Attack
The Delhi Declaration, issued after the India-Arab Foreign Ministers' Meeting, establishes a zero-tolerance stance on terrorism, condemns the Pahalgam attack, and calls for global action against terror networks and state sponsors.
Budget 2026: India's Symbolic Journey from Briefcase to Bahi-Khata
As India prepares for Union Budget 2026, explore how the iconic red Budget file evolved from British tradition to Indian symbolism, blending digital modernity with cultural heritage.
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