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.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposes penalties for non-compliance in cryptocurrency asset reporting under new Income-Tax Act Section 509, effective April 1, 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's ninth Union Budget announces major initiatives for tech sectors including electronics, semiconductors, and data centers with expanded manufacturing schemes.
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 2026-27 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.
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.
The Union Budget 2026 introduces significant relief for individuals purchasing immovable properties from non-residents by simplifying compliance procedures and reducing bureaucratic hurdles.
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.
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.
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.
Union Budget 2026 introduces structural reforms to strengthen MSME financing, including TReDS deepening, SME Growth Fund, and digital integration for enhanced credit flow and formalization.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented Union Budget 2026-27 with Rs 12.2 lakh crore capex target. Industry leaders from automotive, manufacturing & EV sectors welcome focus on infrastructure, semiconductors, rare earths & clean mobility.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026-27 addresses key economic challenges. This analysis examines its impact on exports, textiles, and startups amidst global disruptions.
India's Union Budget 2026 has significantly reduced foreign aid allocations, cutting assistance to Bangladesh by half and completely dropping funding for Iran's strategic Chabahar port project.
Union Budget 2026-27 introduces key reforms for NRIs and overseas individuals, simplifying property transaction compliance and expanding direct investment in Indian equity markets through enhanced Portfolio Investment Scheme limits.
Union Budget 2026-27 proposes increasing investment limits for Persons Resident Outside India from 10% to 24% aggregate and 5% to 10% individual to strengthen foreign capital inflows and review FEMA rules.
The Union Budget 2026 introduces a landmark reform allowing persons resident outside India to invest directly in domestic equities, potentially boosting market liquidity and foreign capital inflows.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026, targeting fiscal deficit of 4.3% for FY27, increasing capital expenditure to ₹12.2 lakh crore, and outlining debt consolidation path.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Union Budget 2026 as historic and reflective of 140 crore Indians' aspirations, calling it a 'highway of opportunities' in televised comments.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the Income Tax Act, 2025 will be implemented from April 1, 2026, replacing the six-decade-old law. No changes to tax slabs for FY2026-27, but key reforms include TCS reductions and new exemptions.
The government announces four rare earth mineral corridors and extends duty concessions for lithium-ion cell manufacturing to boost EV localization, while adjusting PLI allocations.
Union Budget 2026-27 announced with capital expenditure target of Rs 12.2 lakh crore for FY27. Check latest income tax slabs, what gets cheaper and costlier, and full budget details.
The Union Budget 2026 has made no financial allocation for India's strategic Chabahar port project in Iran, ending an annual funding pattern of Rs 100 crore that had been maintained for several years.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces customs duty exemption for aircraft manufacturing in Budget 2026, aiming to boost India's aerospace sector and attract global investments.