Confusion surrounds the Union Budget 2026 presentation date. The Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs will decide today if it's on Sunday, February 1, or Monday, February 2. Read for the latest updates.
Indian stock markets face familiar pre-Budget turbulence as VIX jumps 8%. Historical data suggests volatility spikes before February 1, then fades. Explore sectoral trends and expert insights.
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.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares her 9th consecutive budget with a reshuffled team. Key roles are held by new appointees, with no designated Finance Secretary. Discover the team dynamics.
The Union Budget for 2026-27 is expected to be tabled on February 1, a Sunday, marking a first. The session likely starts Jan 28. Read key details on timing, themes, and global context.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to present her 9th Union Budget for FY 2026-27. Confusion persists over the date: Sunday, 1 February or Monday, 2 February 2026. Get the latest details.
Union Budget 2026's presentation date is under review as Feb 1 falls on a weekend. Explore the history, traditions, and fascinating facts behind India's annual financial statement.
Govt mulls women-centric financial measures for Budget 2026, focusing on credit cards, loans & insurance via Jan Dhan accounts to boost inclusion. Read details.
India's strong growth masks a worrying reliance on public capex. With private investment hesitant, the upcoming Union Budget must restore confidence through tax predictability and payment reforms to unlock long-term capital.
Rajasthan Assembly's Budget session starts Jan 28 with Governor's address. State Budget likely on Feb 11, 2026. Speaker Vasudev Devnani to hold all-party meet for consensus. Get the full schedule.
Railway stocks like IRCON, RVNL, IRFC rally up to 14% driven by passenger fare hike and expectations of record ₹1.3 trillion capex in Union Budget 2026. Analysts recommend selective picks.
As Parliament reconvenes, the government and opposition brace for a showdown over the Union Budget and contentious bills like 'One Nation, One Election'. Get the full analysis here.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha summons the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly for a crucial budget session starting February 2. Key financial proposals for the Union Territory to be tabled.
Jammu & Kashmir's budget session commences on February 2, 2026, with LG Manoj Sinha's address. CM Omar Abdullah to present the 2026-27 budget. Read the full schedule and key details.
Gold & silver deliver spectacular returns in 2025. Experts say Indian stocks are base-building, with Nifty likely to hit 28,100 ahead of Union Budget 2026. Discover key sectors and stocks to watch.
Indian Rice Exporters Federation urges govt for fiscal support in Union Budget 2026 to tackle ecological stress, boost competitiveness, and sustain India's 40% global rice trade share. Read key demands.
As India eyes a $4 trillion economy, 2026 will test if reforms and infrastructure can deliver cleaner cities, better jobs, and a credible middle-class dream. Explore the key trends from IT to Apple's rise.
India's 2026 Union Budget introduces major reforms in direct taxes, healthcare funding, and education. Discover the key changes and their potential impact on the economy and citizens.
DCM Shriram Chairman foresees a positive Union Budget 2025, driven by strong IIP data and expected focus on reforms and job creation. Read the full analysis.
Indian stock markets start 2026 strong as Nifty 50 hits a record high. Analysts point to earnings optimism and a pro-growth budget as key drivers. Discover the sectors leading the charge and the cautious outlook for the year.
A major study of 3700+ stakeholders reveals a growing divide in how students, parents, and teachers in India define educational success. Discover the new school reality.
Astrologers reveal the four zodiac signs—Aries, Leo, Virgo, Scorpio—that must embrace patience in 2026 for their hard work to pay off. Discover why rushing won't help this year.
Union Budget 2026's additional excise duty on tobacco had a mixed impact on FMCG stocks. Discover why shares of companies like ITC, Godfrey Phillips, and VST Industries reacted differently.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation outlines a Rs 1,715 crore budget for 2026-27, seeking a substantial grant-in-aid. Read the full financial plan and projections here.
India's economy grew 8% in 2025, secured a sovereign rating upgrade, and navigated global volatility. Discover the reforms behind the success and the risks ahead for 2026. Read the full analysis.
Vinit Sambre of DSP Mutual Fund forecasts a recovery for Indian equities in 2026, driven by improved liquidity, fiscal support, and structural growth in consumption and energy. Read his detailed market outlook.
PM Modi urges mission-mode reforms for Viksit Bharat by 2047, emphasizing global integration and AI. Experts discuss budget priorities ahead of 2026-27.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a crucial pre-budget consultation with top economists and sectoral experts. The meeting focused on building global capabilities and aligning policy with the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. Read the full details here.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a crucial meeting with leading economists and sectoral experts to gather inputs for the Union Budget 2026-27, focusing on growth, jobs, and reforms.