Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces dedicated rare earth corridors in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu to boost mining and manufacturing, alongside chemical parks and a ₹10,000 crore biopharma initiative.
Union Budget 2026 introduces Mahatma Gandhi Gram Swaraj Initiative to boost khadi, handloom & handicrafts globally. Announcement follows criticism over renaming MNREGA to VB-G RAM G Act, 2025.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced an infrastructure risk guarantee fund to ease financing bottlenecks and revive stalled projects in India's infrastructure sector.
Union Budget 2026 introduces Biopharma Shakti Mission with Rs 10,000 crore to establish India as a global biopharma hub, featuring new NIPERs and clinical trial sites.
The Indian government has announced a major tax holiday extension for cloud computing and data centre companies until 2047 in the Budget 2026, aiming to boost digital infrastructure and attract investments.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces a landmark proposal in Union Budget 2026 to establish one girls hostel in every district across India, aiming to boost female education and empowerment nationwide.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces seven high-speed rail corridors connecting major cities and dedicated rare earth corridors in four states to boost economic growth and reduce import dependency.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces ₹5,000 crore Buddhist circuit scheme in Union Budget 2026 to preserve temples and monasteries in Northeast India.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the Mahatma Gandhi Handloom scheme in Union Budget 2026, focusing on global market access, branding, and quality reforms in India's textile sector.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposes tax holiday until 2047 for foreign cloud companies utilizing Indian data centers, boosting digital infrastructure and foreign investment in India's tech sector.
Union Budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 5,000 crore per City Economic Region over 5 years for Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, focusing on infrastructure and growth drivers.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposes Rs 4,000 crore top-up to Self Reliant India Fund in FY27, introduces corporate mitras for MSMEs in Tier-II/III cities.
Discover the story behind India's iconic red bahi khata on Budget Day, from its colonial origins to its modern significance as a symbol of national aspirations and economic change.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026-27 with Rs 10,000 crore biopharma initiative and expansion of Ayurveda institutions to boost traditional medicine globally.
Union Budget 2026 introduces a major initiative to empower women through community-owned retail outlets, aiming to boost entrepreneurship and economic participation.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces a significant increase in public capital expenditure to Rs 12.2 lakh crore for FY 2026-27, focusing on infrastructure development across India.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces ₹10,000 crore scheme for girls' hostels in every district to promote higher education and workforce participation.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented India's 80th Union Budget, outlining key initiatives including a National Fibre Scheme, Rs 4,000 crore MSME fund, and major infrastructure projects.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveils a Rs 20,000-crore carbon capture scheme and seaplane manufacturing incentives in the Union Budget 2026-27 to boost green tech and tourism.
Union Budget 2024 introduces ₹100 crore municipal bond issuance and ₹200 crore AMRUT incentives to strengthen urban local bodies' finances, reduce dependence on transfers, and promote market-based funding for infrastructure projects.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026 introduces Rs 100 crore incentives for single bond issuance by municipal corporations and establishes a high-level committee on 'Banking for Viksit Bharat'.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026 speech unveiled a massive infrastructure push with ₹12.2 lakh crore capex allocation, focusing on Tier 2-3 cities as growth centers.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2026 speech emphasized sustaining economic reforms, focusing on six core areas for growth, and ensuring benefits reach all sections of society.
Union Budget 2026-27 includes dedicated rare earth corridors in four mineral-rich states to boost domestic production, reduce imports, and strengthen India's critical minerals capabilities.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights government's agricultural reforms boosting rural employment, productivity, and farm incomes. Budget allocations show steady support amid global challenges.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the establishment of rare earth corridors in four states, including Tamil Nadu and Kerala, in the Union Budget 2026 to boost domestic production and reduce import dependence.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposes establishing content labs in 15,000 secondary schools to support the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies in Budget 2026 speech.
The Indian government will form a high-powered standing committee to evaluate the impact of emerging technologies like AI, as announced in Budget 2026. This move aims to guide policy and ensure technological advancements benefit the economy and society.
Union Budget 2026-27 announces Rs 10,000 crore investment in biopharma sector over five years and Rs 4,000 crore support package for MSMEs to boost innovation and economic growth.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces significant increase in electronics manufacturing allocation to Rs 40,000 crore for FY27, along with new high-tech tool rooms to boost capital goods sector.