Gold and silver prices have plunged dramatically in recent trading sessions, with silver dropping 33.6% and gold falling 20% from record highs. Market analysts attribute the correction to profit booking, a stronger US dollar, and Federal Reserve policy si
India's Union Budget 2026 introduces significant incentives for battery manufacturing, aiming to enhance domestic production, reduce imports, and support the EV ecosystem with new PLI schemes and tax benefits.
Union Budget 2026 proposes key amendments to Sovereign Gold Bonds taxation, restricting capital gains exemptions to original subscribers only. Secondary market buyers will now face taxes, while other investment-related changes bring clarity to employer co
CRISIL Ratings highlights India's strategic focus on asset monetisation to catalyse private sector participation in funding infrastructure projects, reflecting a shift towards sustainable financing models.
India's auto industry began 2026 with robust wholesale deliveries. Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors, Hyundai, and others reported strong growth in January sales, indicating healthy consumer demand.
FICCI President Anant Goenka expresses disappointment with Budget 2026's defence allocations, calling for greater emphasis on technology-driven warfare capabilities and military modernisation.
Moody's Ratings describes India's Union Budget 2026-27 as tactical but not groundbreaking, noting fiscal consolidation won't improve credit profile despite economic growth forecasts.
Mumbai's BMC plans to issue municipal bonds, including blue bonds for water projects, leveraging a Rs 100-crore budget incentive to fund major infrastructure.
India's government pivots from fiscal deficit to debt-to-GDP ratio as primary fiscal anchor, targeting 55.6% for 2026-27 with medium-term goal of 50% by 2030-31 amid rising borrowing costs.
Gold prices on MCX have fallen sharply by nearly ₹38,000 from record highs, driven by US dollar strength and Fed chair concerns. Analysts advise disciplined allocation as market veterans like Ray Dalio recommend 5-15% gold in portfolios.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces a scheme to revive 200 legacy industrial clusters to boost manufacturing competitiveness amid global supply chain shifts and competition with China.
India's fertiliser subsidy for FY25-26 exceeds budget by Rs 18,500 crore, with FY27 projections threatened by global price hikes, rupee depreciation and geopolitical conflicts.
UCO Bank has opened online applications for 173 Specialist and Generalist Officer posts for 2026-27. Registration closes on February 2, 2026. Apply at uco.bank.in.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2026-27 proposes allowing MSME invoices on TReDS to be packaged as asset-backed securities, creating a secondary market to enhance liquidity and funding avenues for small businesses.
The Union Budget 2026 delivered the weakest budget-day performance for Indian stock markets in six years, with Nifty 50 crashing 2% below 25,000. Key factors include STT hike, record government borrowing, and unmet reform expectations.
The Union Budget 2026 focuses on time-saving 'hardware' allocations rather than transformative 'software' to shift gender norms, leaving structural barriers unaddressed.
The Union Budget 2026 has elicited varied responses from Gulf NRI businesses, with some welcoming initiatives like the Rs 10,000 crore SME Growth Fund while noting areas for improvement.
The Indian Chamber of Commerce has expressed strong support for Budget 2026, highlighting its alignment with long-term economic objectives and strategic vision for sustainable growth and development.
The Union Budget 2024 announcements have significantly enhanced the attractiveness of Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) as a global financial hub, according to MD Sanjay Kaul. Key measures include tax exemptions and regulatory reforms aim
Union Budget 2026 introduces three chemical parks and a CCUS push to enhance domestic manufacturing, streamline operations, and attract investments in India's chemical sector.
Smokers face sticker shock as cigarettes and tobacco products become more expensive following fresh tax changes effective February 1. The government has imposed additional excise duties and a health cess, sparking widespread reactions online.
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.
India's stock markets opened flat but turned volatile after Budget 2026 announcements, with Sensex and Nifty dipping due to derivatives tax hikes and sector-specific measures affecting banks, pharma, and tech stocks.
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.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026 introduces a strategic shift toward reducing public debt while navigating foreign investment outflows and global economic realignments. The budget maintains fiscal discipline with a 4.4% deficit targ
Union Budget 2026 brings tariff changes: EVs, medicines, smartphones, and sports goods become cheaper, while luxury imports, alcohol, sin products, and certain fertilisers get costlier.
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The Union Budget 2026 has announced a major boost for electronics manufacturing, doubling the outlay for a key scheme to Rs 40,000 crore to promote domestic production of essential components.
The Union Budget 2026-27 prioritizes medium-term strategic resilience, fiscal consolidation, and infrastructure enhancement while maintaining credible economic targets and disciplined spending.