Budget 2026: RRTS Funding Cut 25% to Rs 2,200 Crore
Union Budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 2,200 crore to NCRTC for RRTS, a 25% drop from last year. Funds aim to decongest Delhi-NCR and reduce pollution through rapid rail corridors.
Category : Government Schemes
Farmers Slam Union Budget 2026 Over Unmet Demands
Farmers' leaders from Tamil Nadu's Cauvery delta districts express disappointment with Union Budget 2026, citing lack of MSP implementation, river interlinking, and loan waivers, while welcoming coconut scheme.
Budget 2026 Boosts Gujarat Dairy Cooperatives with Tax Relief
The Union Budget 2026-27 has announced significant tax deductions for cattle feed, addressed double taxation on inter-cooperative dividends, and proposed a new freight corridor, directly benefiting over 18,600 village cooperative societies in Gujarat.
Budget Coconut Scheme: Relief for Gujarat Farmers
The Union Budget's Coconut Promotion Scheme aims to revive declining coconut cultivation in Gujarat by replacing old trees with high-yielding saplings, addressing challenges like whitefly infestation and climate change.
Budget 2026: Rs 100 Crore Incentive for Large Municipal Bonds
Union Budget 2026 introduces a Rs 100 crore incentive for municipal bonds exceeding Rs 1,000 crore, offering MCD a fresh opportunity after past setbacks. The move aims to boost urban infrastructure funding.
Karnataka Gets Rs 11,173 Crore More in Tax Devolution
Karnataka is set to receive Rs 63,049 crore in tax devolution for 2026-27, a Rs 11,173 crore increase, after the 16th Finance Commission raised its share to 4.1%. The Congress government expresses disappointment, citing unmet demands.
Kishan Reddy Details Telangana's Budget 2026-27 Benefits
Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy announced a 13.5% increase in tax devolution for Telangana to ₹33,180.78 crore for 2026-27, emphasizing budget's growth focus, MSME support, and Hyderabad's infrastructure investments.
Budget 2026: Rs 20,000 Crore for Carbon Capture Tech
Union Budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 20,000 crore for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) facilities to help Indian industries decarbonize and remain competitive against EU's carbon border tax.
Budget 2026: Rs 5,000 Crore for Tier-II & III City Economic Regions
Union Budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 5,000 crore per region for seven City Economic Regions in tier-II and tier-III cities including Bengaluru, Surat, Varanasi, and Pune to drive growth and urban development.
Budget 2026: Rs 5,000 Cr for Pune Hub, Rs 517 Cr for Metro
Union Budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 5,000 crore for Pune Growth Hub over five years and Rs 517 crore for metro extension. The project aims to develop Pune as a global tech, manufacturing, and education hub.
Budget 2026: High-Speed Rail Corridors for Bengaluru Announced
Union Budget 2026 introduces seven high-speed rail corridors, including Bengaluru-Hyderabad and Bengaluru-Chennai links, promising faster connectivity. The budget also allocates Rs 500 crore for Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project revival.
Budget 2026: 7 High-Speed Rail Corridors, 4,000 km, Rs 16 Lakh Cr
Union Budget 2026-27 announces seven new high-speed rail corridors covering 4,000 km at Rs 16 lakh crore investment. Delhi-Varanasi travel to reduce to under 4 hours, Mumbai-Pune in 48 minutes, transforming India's rail network.
Budget 2026-27: MHA Gets Rs 2.55 Lakh Crore, Security Boost
The Union Budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 2.55 lakh crore to the Ministry of Home Affairs, with paramilitary forces receiving Rs 1.16 lakh crore, marking a significant increase from the previous year's budget estimates.
Budget Allocates ₹18,000 Crore for Power Distribution Reform Scheme
The Union government has increased allocation for the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme to ₹18,000 crore in FY27 budget to address discoms' financial stress and accelerate smart meter installation across India.
Varanasi's Budget Boost: High-Speed Rail, Ship Repair & CERs
Union Budget 2026-27 brings significant infrastructure and connectivity projects to Varanasi, including high-speed rail corridors, a ship repair ecosystem, and City Economic Regions funding.
BJP's Chugh: Budget 2026-27 Builds Foundation for Viksit Bharat
BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh praised the Union Budget 2026-27 in Amritsar, calling it a solid foundation for PM Modi's Viksit Bharat 2047 vision with focus on long-term growth, taxpayer relief, and inclusive development.
NDA Leaders in Patna Welcome Union Budget 2026 for Viksit Bharat
NDA leaders in Patna praised the Union Budget 2026, highlighting its focus on infrastructure, manufacturing, and initiatives like inland waterways and high-speed rail to boost Bihar's economy and employment.
Varanasi-Siliguri High-Speed Rail Corridor in Budget 2026
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced seven high-speed rail corridors including Varanasi-Siliguri route passing through Bihar. The 700km corridor will boost connectivity, tourism and economic development in eastern India.
Budget 2026: Temple Towns in Maharashtra to Get Infrastructure Boost
Union Budget 2026-27's emphasis on developing tier II and III cities, including temple towns, is set to transform pilgrimage centers in Maharashtra like Kolhapur and Nashik with modern infrastructure and amenities.
Budget 2026: Northeast Gets Rs 1.08 Lakh Crore Boost
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2026-27 emphasizes Northeast development with over Rs 1.08 lakh crore allocation, Buddhist circuit scheme, and special packages for reformed ULFA and tribal communities.
Budget 2026: Mysuru's Medical Hub & Industrial Cluster Pitch
Stakeholders propose establishing a Regional Medical Hub and industrial cluster in Mysuru under Union Budget 2026. BJP spokesperson praises the budget as progressive and inclusive, aligning with India's 2047 superpower vision.
Budget 2026: 10,000 Tourist Guides to Get Upskilling Training
Union Budget 2026 introduces a scheme to upskill 10,000 tourist guides across 20 major destinations, including Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, with a 12-week hybrid training program in collaboration with an IIM.
Pune Metro Receives Rs 517 Crore in Budget for Phase-II Expansion
Union Budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 517 crore for Pune Metro project. Funds to prioritize Phase-I completion and prepare for Phase-II expansion starting 2026-27, with daily ridership exceeding 2 lakh.
Budget 2026: Uttarakhand's Healthcare & Tourism Get Major Push
Union Budget 2026 announces support for medical tourism hubs, sustainable trekking trails, and Ayurveda promotion in Uttarakhand, sparking mixed reactions from stakeholders.
Budget 2026: Ayurveda, AI Focus to Benefit Uttarakhand Farmers
Union Budget 2026-27's emphasis on Ayurvedic herbs, AI tools, and hemp is viewed as transformative for Uttarakhand's small farmers, though critics highlight gaps in MSP and rural welfare.
Kerala's Rare Earth Corridor Gets Union Govt Support
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced support for Kerala's rare earth corridor connecting Vizhinjam to Chavara in Budget 2026. The initiative aims to boost mining, processing, and manufacturing of critical minerals.
Coconut Board Welcomes Budget 2026 Promotion Scheme
The Coconut Development Board has welcomed Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's announcement of a dedicated coconut promotion scheme in Budget 2026-27 aimed at enhancing production and productivity.
₹5,000 Crore for Visakhapatnam Economic Region in Budget 2026
Union Budget 2026 announces ₹5,000 crore allocation for Visakhapatnam Economic Region over five years through challenge mode funding. The initiative aims to transform VER into $125-135 billion economy by FY32 with focus on port-led trade, IT hubs, tourism
Budget 2026: 20 New Waterways to Ease Odisha Mineral Transport
Union Budget 2026 proposes operationalising 20 national waterways, starting with NW-5 in Odisha, to streamline mineral movement from mines to ports, reduce road congestion, and cut logistics costs.
Budget 2026: Rare Earth Corridors in Odisha, 3 Other States
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces dedicated rare earth corridors in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu to boost mining, processing, and manufacturing of critical minerals for EVs, clean energy, and defense.
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