How Fiscal Discipline Shapes India's Union Budget
Explore how fiscal discipline and borrowed funds impact India's Union Budget, shaping economic policies and national development strategies.
Category : Economy
ICRA Sees Debt Consolidation, Capex Rise in 2026-27 Budget
Rating agency ICRA forecasts medium-term debt consolidation with strong capital expenditure focus in the upcoming Union Budget, aligning with 16th Finance Commission recommendations.
Tax Cuts Reduce Government Spending Capacity Long-Term
Successive tax reductions at central and state levels have significantly constrained government finances, limiting expenditure capacity with long-term implications for public spending.
India to Grow at 7% in 2026-27 Despite Global Uncertainties
CareEdge Ratings projects India's economy will expand at a healthy 7% in 2026-27, driven by domestic demand and policy support, even as global uncertainties persist.
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India's Economy to Grow 7% in FY27: CareEdge Report
CareEdge Ratings forecasts 7% GDP growth for India in 2026-27, supported by low inflation and tax reforms, but warns of rupee depreciation and declining foreign investment.
Power Discoms Turn Profitable, Post ₹2,701 Crore in FY25
India's power distribution utilities collectively recorded a profit of ₹2,701 crore in FY25, marking a significant turnaround after years of losses, according to the Power Ministry.
India's Forex Reserves Rise to $687.2 Billion
India's foreign exchange reserves increased by $392 million in the week ending January 9, reaching a total of $687.2 billion, as reported by the Reserve Bank of India.
India's Path: Accelerating Growth Through Reforms
Experts argue that India must pursue faster economic growth and deeper reforms to secure its future, emphasizing policy changes and strategic investments.
Fed Turmoil Weakens Dollar as China Pushes Yuan
Political pressure on the Federal Reserve threatens dollar confidence while China systematically builds yuan alternatives through loans, bonds, and payment systems.
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Chidambaram Slams Government on Unemployment Claims
Former Finance Minister P Chidambaram argues India's unemployment crisis persists despite government claims, highlighting massive vacancies across sectors from education to healthcare.
Budget Countdown: Economic Survey and Union Budget Analysis
As Parliament's Budget Session starts January 28, India prepares for the Economic Survey and Union Budget on February 1, marking a crucial economic dialogue for the nation's fiscal direction.
India's Most Transformative Budgets: 1991 Reforms to New Tax Regime
A look at landmark Union Budgets that reshaped India's economy, from Manmohan Singh's 1991 liberalisation to Nirmala Sitharaman's new tax regime.
Trump's Fed Pressure May Backfire, Delaying Rate Cuts
The Trump administration's push for lower interest rates might actually prevent expected Fed cuts. Markets show little reaction, but housing affordability efforts gain some traction ahead of midterms.
Middle Class Dreams: Joining the Rich, Not Taxing
A debate on taxing the wealthy intensifies as economists like Piketty push for higher taxes, while figures like Jeff Bezos argue entrepreneurs create wealth for others.
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Budget 2026: Sitharaman to Present on Feb 1, Key Dates Revealed
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present Union Budget 2026 on February 1, marking her ninth consecutive budget. Key dates include Economic Survey on January 31 and Budget Session details.
India Must Adapt to a Weaker Rupee, Not Just Defend It
The real challenge for India lies in redesigning policies to thrive amid persistent US dollar strength, rather than merely defending a specific currency level.
Trump Wants Hassett at White House, Not Fed, Aiding Warsh's Chances
President Trump indicated he'd rather keep Kevin Hassett as economic adviser than nominate him for Fed chair, shifting focus to Kevin Warsh amid a criminal probe into Jerome Powell.
Duflo: AI Could Replace India's IT Jobs, Climate Hurts Poor Women
Nobel economist Esther Duflo at Jaipur Literature Festival highlights climate impact on poor women, warns AI may replace India's IT jobs, and discusses her MIT to Zurich move.
India's Young Population to Drive Third-Largest Economy: Deloitte CEO
Romal Shetty, CEO of Deloitte South Asia, highlights India's young median age and strong innovation ecosystem as key strengths for economic growth at TiECon Mangaluru.
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ICRA Sees 4.3% Fiscal Deficit in FY2027, 14% Capex Rise
Rating agency ICRA expects the government to maintain fiscal discipline with a 4.3% deficit target for FY2027 while boosting capital expenditure by 14% to Rs 13.1 lakh crore.
Budget 2026: Focus on Infrastructure and Manufacturing
As India moves towards Viksit Bharat, Budget 2026 must consolidate gains, deepen execution, and boost private investment through infrastructure and manufacturing.
India to Lead South Asia as Brightest Growth Region in 2026
India will continue driving South Asia as the world's brightest growth region in 2026, according to the World Economic Forum's latest Chief Economists Outlook. The report highlights India's resilient fundamentals and AI adoption.
India's Forex Reserves Rise to $687.19 Billion
India's foreign exchange reserves increased by $392 million to $687.19 billion in the week ending January 9, according to RBI data. Gold reserves provided strong support, rising by $1.568 billion.
India's Forex Reserves Rise $392 Million to $687.19 Billion
India's foreign exchange reserves increased by $392 million to reach $687.19 billion as of January 9, 2026, according to Reserve Bank of India data.
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RBI: Base Year Revision to Sharpen Monetary Policy
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das announced a revision of the base year for key economic indicators. This move aims to enhance the accuracy of monetary policy decisions and support sustainable economic growth in India.
India's Forex Reserves Rise to $687.19 Billion
India's foreign exchange reserves increased by $392 million, reaching $687.19 billion. The rise reflects currency valuation changes in non-US assets like the euro, pound, and yen.
Rupee Drops 50 Paise to 90.84 Against Dollar, Near Record Low
The Indian rupee fell sharply by 50 paise to settle at 90.84 against the US dollar, approaching its all-time low. Forex traders cite volatile global sentiment and a strong American currency driving foreign investor withdrawals.
Union Budget 2026: Public Account FAQs Explained
Get clear answers about the Public Account in Union Budget 2026. Learn what it means, how it functions, and why it matters for understanding government finances.
Deloitte: Boost MSMEs, Minerals in FY27 Budget
Deloitte India recommends expanding export credit for MSMEs and creating a critical minerals fund in the upcoming budget to strengthen trade resilience.
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Union Budget 2026 Customs Duty Explained
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