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.

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.

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.

Budget 2026 Analysis: Exports, Textiles, Startups

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.

Budget 2026-27: NRI Property & Equity Rules Simplified

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.

Budget 2026: New Tax Act from April, Slabs Unchanged

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.

Budget 2026: No Funds for Chabahar Port Project

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.

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