Budget 2026: Sebi, RBI, Govt Boost Bond Market with New Measures

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

STT Hike Sparks Market Crash: Sensex Plunges Below 80,000

Indian stock markets witnessed a sharp sell-off as the proposed hike in Securities Transaction Tax on futures contracts dampened investor sentiment. The BSE Sensex crashed nearly 3%, falling below the crucial 80,000 mark in afternoon trading.

Budget 2026-27: Tax Tweaks for Individuals

The Union Budget 2026-27 introduces several key measures impacting individual taxpayers, including STT hikes, TCS relief, compliance easing, and a foreign asset disclosure scheme.

Union Budget 2026: Real Impact Beyond Headlines

The Union Budget 2026 introduces targeted reforms like expanded trade bills discounting and skill programs, but its true test lies in ground implementation amid fiscal consolidation and global challenges.

Budget 2026: Growth Push with Fiscal Discipline

The Union Budget 2026 introduces strategic measures to accelerate economic growth while maintaining fiscal discipline, addressing global risks and domestic priorities through targeted allocations.

ICEA Hails Budget 2026 for Semiconductor & Electronics Boost

The India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) has praised the Union Budget 2026 for its significant focus on boosting the semiconductor and electronics manufacturing sectors, calling it a strategic win for national growth and self-reliance.

Budget 2026 Gets High Marks from Geojit's Chief Strategist

VK Vijayakumar of Geojit Investments rates Budget 2026 highly, emphasizing its growth orientation with fiscal prudence. He discusses market impacts, STT hike rationale, and investment strategies amid current economic conditions.

Budget 2026: Top and Bottom Ministry Allocations Listed

The Union Budget 2026 has disclosed ministry-wise fund allocations, highlighting the highest and lowest recipients. This detailed breakdown impacts sectors like defense, railways, and rural development, shaping India's fiscal priorities for the upcoming y

SGB Secondary Buyers Lose Tax Benefit in Budget 2026

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.

Budget Day Market Carnage: BSE 500 Worst Sell-Off Since 2021

Indian stock markets witnessed their most severe budget day sell-off since 2021, with 80% of BSE 500 stocks declining. The carnage was fueled by STT hikes and precious metals crash, erasing gains across all sectors except pharma and textiles.

Budget 2026: Crypto Reporting Penalties Up to Rs 50,000

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.

SME IPOs Dominate Next Week as Mainboard Stays Quiet

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

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