Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026-27 introduces tax exemption for foreign cloud service providers using Indian data centers until 2047, aiming to position India as a global digital infrastructure hub.
The Union Budget 2026 has announced a significant hike in excise duty on cigarettes, leading to price increases of up to Rs 55 per pack. This move aims to boost government revenue and discourage tobacco consumption in India.
The telecom department aims to raise ₹60,000 crore by March to meet its revised ₹1.4-trillion receipt target for FY26, potentially reducing chances of relief for Bharti Airtel on upcoming AGR dues, analysts say.
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The Union Budget 2026 doubles the tax holiday for IFSC units to 20 years and reduces post-holiday tax to 15%, boosting GIFT City's global competitiveness against hubs like Singapore and Dubai.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's budget introduces Total Return Swaps for corporate bonds and ₹100 crore incentive for large municipal issuances to boost market liquidity and infrastructure funding.
Shares of brokerage and exchange firms tumbled sharply after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed increasing Securities Transaction Tax on derivatives in Union Budget 2026-27 to curb excessive speculation.
The National Stock Exchange changed silver ETF circuit computation to T-1 from T-2 after confusion over Friday's closing prices. The move addressed discrepancies as silver prices plunged dramatically.
Retail investors became net sellers before Budget 2026, with 55% of companies seeing shareholding drops. Slower earnings and global uncertainty drove selective investing, marking a shift from previous years' herd behavior.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced key measures in Union Budget 2026 to strengthen India's bond market. Initiatives include a market-making framework for corporate bonds, total return swaps, and ₹100 crore incentives for large municipal bond is
More than 45 companies including ITC, Sun Pharma, BPCL, GAIL, NTPC, and Cochin Shipyard are set to trade ex-dividend this week. Key dates and dividend amounts revealed for investors seeking income opportunities.
Union Budget FY27 proposes removing capital gains tax exemption for sovereign gold bonds purchased from secondary markets. Only primary subscribers holding to maturity retain tax-free status from April 1, 2026.
Union Budget 2026-27 announcements for tourism and hospitality sector boost hotel stocks. Cricket World Cup expected to drive demand. TCS rate reduction on overseas travel packages to stimulate sector.
The Union government has proposed comprehensive reforms to FEMA regulations to simplify cross-border M&As, attract foreign capital, and deepen India's integration with global markets.
Union Budget 2026 introduces strict penalties for crypto transaction reporting failures, including daily fines of Rs 200 and penalties up to Rs 50,000 for inaccurate disclosures, signaling government's focus on cryptocurrency regulation.
The upcoming week starting February 2 will see no major mainboard IPOs, but three SME companies—Grover Jewells, NFP Sampoorna Foods, and Biopol Chemicals—are launching public issues. Additionally, six SME listings are scheduled across BSE SME and NSE SME
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces High Level Committee on Banking for Viksit Bharat in Budget 2026-27 to review sector alignment with growth goals, alongside NBFC restructuring and tax reforms.
The Income Tax Department has clarified that only the Securities Transaction Tax rates for futures and options have been increased, while all other tax rates remain unchanged for now.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026-27 proposes significant TCS rate adjustments, including reductions for education, healthcare, and travel, alongside increases for specific goods.
The 2026 Budget's STT hike has sparked fears of reduced derivatives trading volumes, hitting discount brokers hard while BSE shows resilience due to its revenue model and market-share gains.
Silver prices on MCX have crashed over ₹1,50,000 from record highs, plunging 9% in a special Sunday session during the Union Budget 2026-27 presentation. Experts cite unwinding of long positions and market volatility.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the government's vision for NBFCs under Viksit Bharat, setting credit and technology targets while proposing restructuring of key public sector institutions.
ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood argues gold is in a bubble based on valuation ratios and historical parallels, contrasting with AI's perceived stability amid market shifts.
Income Tax Department clarifies STT hike on F&O trading announced in Budget 2026. New rates: futures 0.05%, options 0.15%. Effective April 1, 2026.
Union Budget 2026-27 proposes increasing investment limits for Persons Resident Outside India from 10% to 24% aggregate and 5% to 10% individual to strengthen foreign capital inflows and review FEMA rules.
The Union Budget 2026 introduces a landmark reform allowing persons resident outside India to invest directly in domestic equities, potentially boosting market liquidity and foreign capital inflows.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the Income Tax Act, 2025 will be implemented from April 1, 2026, replacing the six-decade-old law. No changes to tax slabs for FY2026-27, but key reforms include TCS reductions and new exemptions.
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.
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
Union Budget 2026-27 proposes reducing TCS rate to 2% for education and medical purposes under Liberalised Remittance Scheme, with rationalization for specific goods.