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Budget 2026-2027 driven by 3 kartavyas: Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has unveiled the Union Budget 2026, with a vision centered on the marginalized and underprivileged sections of society.
Sitharaman's Budget speech focusing on 'Part B': What is it?
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is presenting a more detailed and substantive Part B in her Budget speech today.
Union Budget 2026-27 approved by Cabinet ahead of presentation
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Union Budget for 2026-27.
Metal stocks plunge by 19% today: Here we decode why
Shares of National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), Hindustan Copper, and Vedanta witnessed a major sell-off today.
Sitharaman's core team: The 7 architects of Budget 2026
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman gears up to present the Union Budget for FY2026-27, all eyes are on the key announcements. These include fiscal deficit targets, tax proposals, and spending priorities.
GST collections rise 6.2% to ₹1.9L crore in January
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections for January stood at ₹1,93,384 crore, which marks a 6.2% increase over the same month last year.
Indian defense stocks up by 5% today: What's the reason?
Ahead of the Union Budget 2026 today, shares of several defense companies have witnessed a significant rally.
Bitcoin hits lowest level since November 2025: What's the reason?
Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has witnessed a major price drop.
Budget 2026: Analysts pick 11 stocks to watch today
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to unveil the Union Budget for FY2026-27, analysts have identified 11 stocks that could be potential winners.
Over 360 IPOs hit the Indian market since last Budget
India's initial public offering (IPO) market has been on fire, with 366 listings since the last Union Budget.
Why the Indian Union Budget is presented on February 1
The Indian Union Budget is presented on February 1 every year, a practice that began in 2017.
Railway Budget 2026 likely to restore ticket concessions for seniors
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will unveil the Railway Budget 2026 as part of the Union Budget on Sunday.
'Dahi-cheeni' before Budget: President's gesture for FM and its significance
Ahead of the Union Budget presentation, President Droupadi Murmu performed a customary ritual by offering dahi-cheeni (curd and sugar) to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
Budget 2026: Nirmala Sitharaman's Kanjeevaram silk saree choice
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made a cultural statement with her attire for the Union Budget 2026 presentation.
Will old tax regime be scrapped in Budget 2026?
In the last six years, the Indian government has made significant changes to its tax policies.
NVIDIA is not pausing its $100B investment in OpenAI
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has dismissed recent reports of friction between his company and OpenAI as "nonsense."
Waymo is raising $16B at a valuation of $110B
Waymo, the self-driving car company owned by Alphabet, is close to finalizing a massive $16 billion funding round.
Finance Minister meets President ahead of Budget session
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met President Droupadi Murmu today, in a customary pre-Budget presentation meeting.
Sensex, Nifty open lower ahead of Union Budget
The Indian stock market opened on a negative note in a special session today, ahead of the Union Budget announcement.
Commercial LPG cylinders become costlier by ₹49
Oil marketing companies (OMCs) have increased the price of commercial LPG cylinders by ₹49, effective February 1.
What is bahi-khata, the red ledger Sitharaman carries during Budget
As the Union Budget 2026 nears its countdown, every Indian's attention will be on the red budget file carried by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026-2027
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has presented the Union Budget 2026-2027, her record ninth consecutive budget presentation.
Budget for FY27 pegged at ₹54L crore, up 7.9% YoY
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is likely to present a ₹54.1 lakh crore Union Budget for FY2026-27, according to a report by Sunidhi Securities & Finance Limited.
Blue Dart's Q3 profit down 16% YoY, revenue up 6.9%
Blue Dart Express has reported a 15.7% decline in net profit for the third quarter of FY26.
Budget 2026 likely to focus on nuclear power in India
As India gears up for its Union Budget 2026, analysts are expecting the government to announce additional supportive measures for the renewable energy sector.
What do start-ups seek from Union Budget 2026?
As the Union Budget 2026 approaches, India's start-up ecosystem is keeping a close watch on potential changes.
Sun Pharma's Q3 results: Net profit rises 16% to ₹3,369cr
Sun Pharma has reported a consolidated net profit of ₹3,369 crore for the December quarter.
NSE to dilute 4-4.5% shares in upcoming IPO
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) is likely to dilute 4-4.5% of its existing shares through an Initial Public Offering (IPO), NSE's Chief Executive Officer Ashish Kumar Chauhan announced today.
Footwear brand RedTape might be sold for ₹5,000cr
Global private equity giants Apax Funds and Advent International are interested in acquiring a majority stake in Indian footwear brand RedTape.
Adanis agree to accept SEC's legal notice in US lawsuit
Billionaire Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar have agreed to accept a legal notice from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Apple to open its 2nd store in Mumbai
Apple is gearing up to launch its second store in Mumbai and sixth in India, as part of its expansion strategy.
Budget 2026: Esports players seek tax parity with traditional sports
The gaming and esports industry is looking for budget support, policy clarity, and tax reforms in the upcoming Budget.
SpaceX's 2025 profit hits $8B, boosting IPO prospects
Elon Musk's space exploration company, SpaceX, made a whopping $8 billion in profit on revenues of $15-16 billion last year, according to Reuters.
xAI v/s OpenAI: Judge hints at dismissal of Musk's lawsuit
A federal judge has indicated that she may dismiss a lawsuit filed by Elon Musk's artificial intelligence start-up, xAI.
New taxes on cigarettes, pan masala to kick in tomorrow
Starting February 1, a new tax regime will be imposed on cigarettes and pan masala.
China's manufacturing activity slips in January
China's manufacturing sector has hit a rough patch, with the official Purchasing Managers's Index (PMI) for January dropping to 49.3.
NVIDIA's plan to invest $100B in OpenAI stalls
NVIDIA's plan to invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI has hit a snag, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Peloton trims workforce by 11% amid cost-cutting measures
Peloton Interactive Inc., the beleaguered fitness technology firm, has performed a major downsizing, cutting 11% of its workforce.
US dollar gains as Trump nominates next Fed chair
The US dollar strengthened on Friday after former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh was nominated as the next chair of the Fed.
OnlyFans in talks to sell majority stake at $5.5B valuation
OnlyFans, the popular adult creator platform, is reportedly in talks to sell a majority stake to investment firm Architect Capital.