Budget 2026 Halwa Ceremony Held at North Block
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presided over the traditional Halwa ceremony marking the final phase of Union Budget 2026-27 preparations at North Block's Budget Press today.
Category : Government Schemes
Delhi Govt Plans Four-Tier PDS Vigilance System
Delhi government announces a four-tier vigilance mechanism led by public representatives to enhance transparency and accountability in the Public Distribution System, aiming to curb irregularities and ensure foodgrains reach intended beneficiaries.
Maharashtra Uses TReDS to Pay PWD Contractors
Maharashtra cabinet approves TReDS platform to address ₹70,000 crore pending payments to PWD contractors after two years of protests and fund constraints.
Maharashtra Cabinet Approves TReDS for MSME Payments
Maharashtra state cabinet has approved the adoption of the TReDS platform to streamline pending payments for MSMEs and contractors in the Public Works Department, enhancing transparency and financial access.
Maharashtra ITIs to be Modernized Under PM Setu Scheme
Maharashtra state cabinet approves modernization of Industrial Training Institutes under PM Setu scheme with Rs 241 crore funding. First phase targets Nagpur, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, and Pune.
UP GST Officer Quits Over Allegations Against Yogi, Modi
Prashant Kumar Singh, a deputy commissioner with UP GST department in Ayodhya, resigns citing moral reasons after being disturbed by allegations against CM Yogi Adityanath and PM Narendra Modi. He plans to pursue social work.
Delhi Govt-CGTMSE MoU for Rs 10 Crore Collateral-Free Loans
Delhi government signs MoU with CGTMSE to provide collateral-free loans up to Rs 10 crore to entrepreneurs. A Rs 50 crore fund will service Rs 2,500 crore in loans, targeting one lakh beneficiaries initially.
Sitharaman's Halwa Ceremony Kicks Off Budget 2026-27 Lock-In
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman participated in the traditional Halwa Ceremony, initiating the final lock-in phase for Union Budget 2026-27 preparations at North Block, New Delhi.
Odisha Deputy CM Lays Foundation for Power Substation in Kotia
Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo laid the foundation stone for a Rs 16-crore power substation in the disputed Kotia panchayat, aiming to resolve electricity issues in the border region within two years.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's 'Roshan Punjab' Campaign for 24x7 Power
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has launched the ambitious 'Roshan Punjab' campaign, aiming to make Punjab India's first power cut-free state by 2026 through infrastructure upgrades and renewable energy.
Assam CM Announces Express Corridors, Infrastructure Projects
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced ambitious express corridors connecting Dibrugarh to Guwahati and Guwahati to Siliguri, alongside major infrastructure developments including an elevated corridor at Kaziranga and a new legislative assembl
Shahpur Kandi Project to Boost Punjab's Power, Irrigation
The Shahpur Kandi project in Punjab is set to significantly enhance the state's power generation and irrigation capacity by 2026, marking a major infrastructure milestone.
Nirmala Sitharaman to Present Union Budget 2026-27 on Feb 1
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for FY 2026-27 in Parliament on February 1, marking the first Sunday budget presentation in history.
Budget 2026: MoRTH Road Funding Triples Since FY21
As Budget 2026 approaches, MoRTH emerges as a key infrastructure focus with allocations nearly tripling since FY21 to Rs 2.87 lakh crore, driving highway expansion and PPP projects.
Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman's Historic Sunday Presentation
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present Union Budget 2026 on February 1, Sunday, marking her ninth consecutive budget and the first Sunday presentation in recent history.
Budget Focus on 24/7 Renewable Energy Key for India's Growth
As India's electricity demand surges, the Union budget should support round-the-clock renewable energy to ensure reliable power, reduce regional disparities, and boost economic development across states.
Madurai Republic Day: ₹61.93L Aid, Cultural Events
Madurai district administration distributed welfare assistance worth ₹61.93 lakh to 30 beneficiaries during Republic Day celebrations. Collector K J Praveen Kumar unfurled the flag, oversaw cultural performances, and honored police officers and social act
Kharge Criticizes NREGA Changes, Cites Rural Employment Loss
Rural Development Minister Priyank Kharge accused the central government of effectively canceling NREGA, replacing it with a contractor-driven system. He highlighted the scheme's 19-year impact of 183 crore man-days nationwide.
AP Regulates KC Canal Water in Two Phases for Rabi Crops
Andhra Pradesh government will release irrigation water in two 20-day spells to support Rabi crops in KC canal ayacut, balancing limited reservoir storage with farmer needs amid Tungabhadra dam upgrades.
Puducherry Flyover, Road Projects with ₹437 Cr Aid to Cut Traffic
Puducherry LG announces 4km flyover from Indira Gandhi to Rajiv Gandhi Squares and 13.5km Ariyankuppam-Mullodai road with ₹437 crore central funding to reduce traffic by 55% and boost tourism infrastructure.
Budget 2026: Next Phase for Make in India Strategy
Analysis of how Budget 2026-27 can boost Indian manufacturing through PLI extensions, tariff strategies, GST reforms, and global integration to enhance scale and competitiveness.
Budget 2026: Infrastructure Key to India's Growth Without Inflation
India's infrastructure strategy shifts from rapid expansion to efficiency, focusing on productivity gains and PPPs to achieve 6-7% growth while controlling inflation through supply-side improvements.
AI to Improve Rural Drainage Infrastructure in India
The Indian government plans to use artificial intelligence to analyze satellite data and improve drainage systems in rural areas, starting with a pilot in Varanasi villages.
Karnataka Guarantee Schemes Disburse Over Rs 1.13 Lakh Crore
Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot announces Karnataka's five guarantee schemes have disbursed over Rs 1.13 lakh crore, boosting women's economic empowerment and family purchasing power.
Skill Ministry's R-Day Tableau Highlights Future-Ready Workforce
The Skill Development Ministry's tableau at the Republic Day parade emphasized inclusivity and future-ready skills, featuring women in non-traditional roles, reinforcing India's goal to become the global skill capital.
Union Budget 2026-27 Expectations: Customs, TDS Reforms
As the new Income Tax Act 2025 takes effect from April 1, industry anticipates the Union Budget 2026-27 to provide transition rules, customs reforms, and TDS rationalization for clarity and compliance.
Outcomes, Not Schemes, Key to India's Urban Future
Experts propose a City Performance Dividend to shift focus from competing for government schemes to delivering measurable urban outcomes, creating a national urban scoreboard through the Union Budget.
Budget 2026-27: Customs, TDS Reforms Expected
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's upcoming Budget presentation on February 1 is anticipated to feature major reforms including Customs duty restructuring, TDS simplification, and debt management strategies.
UP's Jal Jivan Mission: 26,564 Villages Get 'Har Ghar Jal'
Under Jal Jivan Mission, Uttar Pradesh achieves 'Har Ghar Jal' status in 26,564 villages, providing tap water to 2.5 crore rural families with solar-powered systems reducing carbon emissions.
Maharashtra: Rs 10,000 Monthly Aid for Martyrs' Families
Maharashtra's Sainik Welfare Department will provide Rs 10,000 monthly assistance to families of soldiers who die in the line of duty, bridging the gap until pension payments begin from the Ministry of Defence.
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