Govt Pushes Indigenous Seaplane Manufacturing in Budget 2026-27
Union Budget 2026-27 announces incentives for indigenous seaplane manufacturing and a VGF scheme to boost tourism and regional air connectivity under UDAN.
Category : Politics
Sitharaman's 9th Budget Speech: 86 Minutes Long
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026-2027 with an 86-minute speech, shorter than her typical 90-120 minute addresses.
Budget 2026: Tourism Boost with Rail Corridors & Heritage Sites
Union Budget 2026 focuses on tourism with 15 archaeological sites, mountain trains in hilly states, and 7 high-speed rail corridors to boost connectivity and economic growth.
Budget 2026: Sitharaman Presents Viksit Bharat Roadmap
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026-27, emphasizing economic growth, infrastructure, and inclusive development. Key announcements include manufacturing boosts, tax reforms, and youth-focused initiatives.
Punjab Politics: Haryana CM's Move, AAP's Image, Congress Setback
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini speaks Punjabi in SYL talks, Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann mocks VIP culture, and Congress faces internal strife with Rajinder Kaur Bhattal's revelations.
New Rail Lines to Transform Bangladesh Border Connectivity in Bengal
The Ministry of Railways has approved three new railway lines in northern Bengal under the 'Bikoshito Bangla' initiative to enhance connectivity near the India-Bangladesh border, improve trade routes, and spur socio-economic growth in the region.
Budget 2026: Bharat Vistar AI & SHE Marts for Rural India
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces Bharat Vistar multilingual AI tool for farmers and SHE Marts for women entrepreneurs in Union Budget 2026-27, focusing on agriculture and rural development.
Man Arrested for Firing at Rohit Shetty's Mumbai Residence
Mumbai police arrested a Pune man for firing five rounds outside filmmaker Rohit Shetty's Juhu residence. Suspected links to Lawrence Bishnoi gang, enhanced security deployed.
Budget 2026: Eco-Friendly Mountain Trains, Hiking Trails Announced
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced plans for sustainable mountain trains, hiking trails, and wildlife tourism routes in key hill regions during the 2026 Budget presentation.
Putin Furious at Trump Over Venezuela Oil Sanctions Impacting Cuba
Russia condemns US emergency declaration targeting Venezuela oil, as Cuba faces severe fuel shortages, blackouts, and humanitarian crisis amid escalating tensions.
Budget 2026 Focuses on Coconut, Cashew, Cocoa Crops
The Union Budget 2026 emphasizes high-value crops including coconut, cashew, and cocoa, with dedicated programs for cashew and cocoa to achieve self-reliance in agriculture.
Budget 2026: Mobile Batteries, EVs Cheaper with Duty Exemptions
The Union Budget 2026 extends customs duty exemptions on mobile phone batteries and EV components, aiming to reduce costs for consumers and boost domestic manufacturing in India.
NIA Probes Beldanga Violence Over Migrant Worker Death
An eight-member NIA team has begun investigation into Beldanga violence following a migrant worker's death in Jharkhand, examining conspiracy angles and visiting incident sites.
Delhi Drain Tragedy: Mother, Son Die in Uncovered Pit
A 23-year-old homemaker and her 3-year-old son died after falling into an uncovered drain in Delhi's Ghazipur. One and a half years later, the drain remains uncovered, highlighting negligence in public safety.
Bengaluru: CJ Roy Death, SI Bribe Arrest, Assam Workers Found Dead
Key updates from Bengaluru include the death of CJ Roy, arrest of a Sub-Inspector in bribery case, and four Assam workers found dead. Stay informed on civic, traffic, weather, and administrative developments.
Budget 2026: Rare Earth Corridors for 4 States
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.
Budget 2026: Gandhi Initiative Launched After MNREGA Renaming Row
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.
Infrastructure Risk Guarantee Fund Announced in Budget
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced an infrastructure risk guarantee fund to ease financing bottlenecks and revive stalled projects in India's infrastructure sector.
Budget 2026: Rs 10,000 Cr Biopharma Mission to Boost India
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.
Budget 2026: Tax Holiday for Cloud, Data Centres Till 2047
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.
Rajkot Man Arrested for Raping Daughter and Minor Niece
Rajkot Rural Police arrest a differently abled man for repeatedly raping his adult daughter over several years. A fresh FIR is likely for similar assault on his minor niece.
Budget 2026: FM Proposes Girls Hostel in Every District
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.
Budget 2026: 7 High-Speed Rail Corridors & Rare Earth Plans
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.
Budget 2026: Buddhist Circuit Scheme for Northeast Announced
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces ₹5,000 crore Buddhist circuit scheme in Union Budget 2026 to preserve temples and monasteries in Northeast India.
Budget 2026: Mahatma Gandhi Handloom Scheme Announced
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.
Budget 2026: Foreign Cloud Firms Get Tax Holiday Till 2047
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.
Budget 2026: Rs 5,000 Crore per City Economic Region
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.
Budget 2026: Rs 4,000 Crore for Self Reliant India Fund
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.
Red Bahi Khata: India's Budget Day Symbol Explained
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.
Budget 2026: Biopharma Shakti & Ayurveda Institutes Announced
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.
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