Bengal's 2026-27 Budget Gains: Jute, Rail, Medical Hub
West Bengal gains in the 2026-27 Union Budget with high-speed rail, jute revival, and Kolkata as a medical tourism hub, boosting industry and connectivity.
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Budget 2026 Stresses Duties, Skips Farmers' Income Promise
The Union Budget 2026 emphasizes import duties and promotes crops like coconut and cashew, while notably omitting the doubling of farmers' income commitment, reflecting coastal agricultural needs and electoral dynamics.
Moody's: India's 2026 Budget Tactical, Not Breakthrough
Moody's Ratings assesses India's Union Budget 2026 as tactical, focusing on fiscal consolidation but lacking major reforms to boost sovereign credit ratings.
Union Budget 2026 STT Hike Criticized by Brokerages
Brokerages express concern over the STT hike in Union Budget 2026, calling it a dampener for capital markets. Finance Minister Sitharaman defends the move as a course correction for F&O segment.
STT Hike Sparks 3% Market Fall in Budget 2026 Reaction
Indian stock markets plunged up to 3% intraday after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed sharp STT increases on derivatives. While markets recovered partially, experts debate long-term implications.
Budget 2026: New Buyback Tax Rules Favor Retail Investors
Union Budget 2026-27 introduces capital gains tax treatment for buyback proceeds, reducing tax burden for non-promoter shareholders while imposing higher differential tax on promoters.
Budget 2026: Food & Beverage Items Cheaper & Costlier
The Union Budget 2026-27 brings significant changes to food and beverage prices. Discover which items like microwave ovens and seafood will become cheaper, while alcohol and commercial LPG get costlier.
Gurugram Video Shows New Mom Working at 1:30 AM, Sparks Debate
A viral video from Gurugram shows a new mother working on her laptop at 1:30 AM, highlighting toxic workplace pressures on working mothers. The husband's emotional post has sparked widespread discussion about corporate empathy.
Budget 2026: Real Estate Mixed Response on Housing Policy
Union Budget 2026 receives mixed reactions from real estate sector. CREDAI expresses disappointment over lack of affordable housing incentives, while experts welcome infrastructure focus for long-term growth beyond urban cores.
Budget 2026: Income Tax Slabs Remain Unchanged
Union Budget 2026 maintains existing income tax slabs. Detailed comparison of new vs old tax regimes for FY 2026-27, including rates, benefits, and which regime suits different income levels.
Railway Stock Q3 Results Amid Market Volatility
A major railway company has announced its quarterly results, with share prices showing resilience amidst ongoing market fluctuations. Investors are closely monitoring the performance.
Budget 2026 Supports High-Tech Manufacturing and Digital Growth
The Union Budget 2026 extends policy support for digital infrastructure and manufacturing, aiming to position India as a key player in the global digital economy while maintaining fiscal prudence.
Cathie Wood: Gold Shows Bubble Signs, Not AI
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.
Budget 2026-27: Rural Economy Gets ₹1.25 Trillion Boost
Union Budget 2026-27 allocates over ₹1.25 trillion for rural employment schemes, marking a significant revival in rural development spending after years of decline.
Sensex, Nifty Crash 2% on STT Hike, Higher Govt Borrowing in Budget
India's benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty fell sharply after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman raised securities transaction tax on futures and options trades and announced higher-than-expected government borrowings for FY2026-27.
Budget 2026: Crypto Reporting Penalties Proposed
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposes penalties for non-compliance in cryptocurrency asset reporting under new Income-Tax Act Section 509, effective April 1, 2026.
FM Sitharaman on Structural Reforms for Economic Ecosystem
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized that structural reforms are crucial for building a strong economic ecosystem, highlighting the government's post-budget focus on sustainable growth and development in India.
Budget 2026: Tax Immunity for Small Foreign Assets
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced immunity for undisclosed foreign assets under ₹20 lakh, TCS cuts for foreign tours, and implementation of Income Tax Act 2025 from April 1, 2026.
Sitharaman Presents 9th Union Budget with Key Announcements
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026-27, her ninth consecutive budget, featuring major announcements in defence, railways, income tax, healthcare, and MSMEs. PM Modi hailed it as a historic step toward Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Budget 2026 STT Hike: Income Tax Dept Clarifies F&O Rules
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.
Sensex Crashes 2,800 Points After Budget 2026 STT Hike
Indian stock markets witnessed a sharp sell-off in a special Sunday session following the Union Budget 2026 presentation. The Sensex plunged over 2,800 points from day's peak as increased Securities Transaction Tax dampened investor sentiment.
Budget 2026: ₹250 Cr for AVGC Labs in Schools & Colleges
Union Budget allocates ₹250 crore to establish AVGC content creator labs in 15,000 schools and 500 colleges nationwide, aiming to formalize India's growing animation, gaming, and creator economy.
Budget 2026: ₹40,000 Crore for Electronics Manufacturing
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's ninth Union Budget announces major initiatives for tech sectors including electronics, semiconductors, and data centers with expanded manufacturing schemes.
SBI Life NBFC Stocks Rise Amid Market Bleed
In a surprising turn, NBFC stocks backed by SBI Life Insurance ended the trading session in positive territory despite broader market declines. Investors showed confidence in these financial instruments as they bucked the overall negative trend.
Union Budget 2026: Subsidy Cut by 4.47%
Union Budget 2026-27 reveals a 4.47% reduction in food, fertiliser, and fuel subsidies, with revised estimates at Rs 4,29,735 crore for 2025-26 fiscal year.
Budget 2026: CREDAI Warns on Affordable Housing
CREDAI expresses disappointment over Union Budget 2026's lack of concrete measures for affordable housing, warning of further decline in sector's share of new home launches.
Budget 2026 Eases Property Purchase Rules from NRIs
The Union Budget 2026 introduces significant relief for individuals purchasing immovable properties from non-residents by simplifying compliance procedures and reducing bureaucratic hurdles.
SGB Tax Exemption Limited to Primary Investors in Budget 2026
Deepak Shenoy criticizes new SGB taxation rules in Budget 2026, stating secondary market investors will face full capital gains tax, potentially impacting bond market dynamics.
Direct & Indirect Taxes to Yield 64 Paise per Rupee
Union Budget documents reveal that direct and indirect taxes are projected to contribute 64 paise of every rupee in government revenue, highlighting the fiscal reliance on taxation.
Nifty Falls 2%, Metal & PSU Bank Stocks Drag Market Down
Indian stock markets witnessed heavy selling on February 1, with Nifty dropping nearly 2% to 24,825 and Sensex falling 2.17% to 80,484. Metal stocks and PSU banks were the biggest losers.
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