Budget 2026 LIVE: FM Sitharaman's Tax Announcements Awaited

Union Budget 2026 LIVE updates: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents her ninth consecutive budget. Expectations high for income tax slab changes under new regime, following last year's GST rationalization and tax cuts.

Budget 2026 Stock Market Live: Key Sectors to Watch

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents her ninth consecutive budget today, with stock markets closely monitoring infrastructure, defence, power, and banking sectors for policy announcements.

Budget 2026 Amid Rupee Weakness, Capital Outflows

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present Union Budget 2026 as the rupee depreciates 7% in a year and foreign capital exits Indian markets, creating economic challenges.

MP Industries Await Budget 2026 for Industrial Boost

Industries across Madhya Pradesh anticipate Union Budget 2026-27 to bring policy measures for industrial parks, PLI scheme expansion, skill development, and timely subsidy disbursals to enhance competitiveness.

Union Budget 2026 Expectations: Fiscal Consolidation, Capex Focus

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1. Key expectations include fiscal consolidation, increased capex focus, GST reforms, targeted consumption support, and higher defense spending amid global protectionism.

Bank Holidays Next Week: Only Sunday Closure

Planning banking activities? Next week (Feb 2-8, 2026) has just one bank holiday on Sunday, February 8. Check the complete RBI February holiday list including regional observances.

Indore EOW Uncovers Rs 40 Lakh Bank Fraud with Forged Papers

Economic Offences Wing in Indore exposes Rs 40 lakh banking fraud where loan was sanctioned against forged property documents. FIR filed against bank officials and private firm proprietor for cheating, forgery, and corruption.

Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices Rise by Rs 50 Pre-Budget

Commercial LPG cylinder prices have been increased by Rs 50 across India, effective from February 1, 2026, just before the Union Budget announcement. This hike impacts businesses and industries reliant on LPG for operations.

Bitcoin Drops 6.55% to $78,566.83 Amid Market Fears

Bitcoin price falls to $78,566.83, down 6.55% in 24 hours, with market cap at $1.56 trillion. The decline is driven by risk aversion, forced liquidations, and concerns over new Fed chair nomination.

Sensex, Nifty Volatile Ahead of Budget 2026; Global Cues Mixed

Indian stock market indices Sensex and Nifty 50 are expected to remain volatile on Sunday as Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2026-2027. Special trading sessions are open with analysts advising caution amid global market cues

Union Budget 2026: Commodity Market Open Today?

As India awaits the Union Budget 2026 presentation, traders and investors are checking if commodity markets will operate on February 1. Get the latest updates on trading hours and market status.

Budget 2026: Stock Markets Open Sunday for Trading Session

Indian stock exchanges NSE and BSE will operate on Sunday, February 1, as Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026-27. MCX commodity exchange also opens for special session with normal trading hours.

Budget 2026: Old Tax Regime Phase-Out Speculation

As Budget 2026 is tabled, tax experts debate whether the government will retire the old tax regime. The new regime has gained appeal since 2020, with zero tax up to ₹12 lakh introduced in 2025.

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