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Budget 2026: ₹2,000cr incentive scheme announced for UPI, RuPay cards
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a ₹2,000 crore incentive scheme for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and RuPay debit card.
UPI transactions hit record 21.7 billion in January
The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has set a new record with 21.7 billion transactions worth ₹28.33 lakh crore in January 2026, according to data from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
What is 'orange economy' Sitharaman mentioned in Budget speech
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced new measures to support India's "Orange Economy," also known as the creative economy, in the Union Budget for 2026-27.
Budget 2026 puts focus on manufacturing to boost economic growth
India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has unveiled the Union Budget for 2026, focusing on the manufacturing sector to drive economic growth.
Budget 2026: Healthcare allocation crosses ₹1 trillion for first time
In a major boost to the nation's healthcare sector, the Union Budget for 2026-27 has allocated ₹1,04,599 crore. This is the first time that India's healthcare budget has crossed the ₹1 lakh crore mark.
Union Budget 2026-27 roadmap for 'Viksit Bharat 2047': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the Union Budget 2026-27 as a "historic" document and a roadmap for "Viksit Bharat 2047."
How India's 'rare-earth corridors' will help reduce China dependency
The Union Budget 2026 has proposed the establishment of 'rare-earth corridors' in Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh.
Budget 2026: ₹1,775cr allocated to solar power sector
The Indian government has allocated ₹1,775 crore to the solar power (grid) sector in the Union Budget 2026. The move highlights India's commitment to renewable energy transition.
Budget 2026: No change in income tax slabs
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the Union Budget for 2026-27.
You can now file revised ITRs up to March 31
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced several changes in direct tax rules.
Union Budget 2026: Container manufacturing scheme worth ₹10,000cr announced
In a major move, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a dedicated scheme for establishing a domestic container manufacturing ecosystem.
Budget 2026: Modi government announces ₹5,000cr per City Economic Region
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a major initiative to boost regional urban development in India.
Budget 2026: Sitharaman announces measures to boost animal husbandry, fisheries
In a bid to boost rural incomes and employment opportunities, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a slew of measures for the livestock and fisheries sectors in her Budget 2026-27 speech.
Defense allocation rises to ₹7.85L crore in Budget 2026
The Indian government has allocated ₹7.85 lakh crore to the defense sector in the Union Budget 2026. This is a significant increase from last year's allocation of ₹6.81 lakh crore for FY26.
Budget 2026: New tax reliefs and penalties announced
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced major reforms in the Budget 2026, aimed at simplifying tax administration and reducing litigation.
How long did Sitharaman's ninth Budget speech last
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman delivered her ninth consecutive Union Budget for FY 2026-27 on Friday.
Budget 2026 sets ₹80,000cr disinvestment target for FY27
The Indian government has set a disinvestment target of ₹80,000 crore for the financial year 2026-27.
Budget 2026: India to boosts astrophysics research, upgrade telescope facilities
In a major push for space science, the Union Budget has announced plans to establish and upgrade four key telescope and astronomy facilities in India.
Budget 2026: What becomes cheaper and costlier for you
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ninth consecutive Union Budget earlier today.
Budget 2026: Sitharaman announces new scheme for Buddhist circuit
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a new scheme to develop a Buddhist circuit in the northeastern region of India.
Budget 2026: Medicines for 17 cancers to become cheaper
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's latest Budget has announced major changes in customs duties, especially for medicines.
Budget 2026-27: India to have 5 medical tourism hubs soon
In the Union Budget 2026-27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced plans to set up five medical tourism hubs and launch a "Biopharma Shakti programme" with an allocation of ₹10,000 crore over five years.
Budget Day jitters: Sensex crashes over 1,300 points
The Indian stock market witnessed a major crash on Wednesday, with the benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty falling sharply.
Budget 2026: Mental health prioritized as Sitharaman announces 'NIMHANS 2'
In a major push for mental health, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced plans to set up a second National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in North India.
Budget 2026: ₹20,000cr outlay announced for carbon capture and storage
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a major push for Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) technology in the 2026 Budget.
Budget 2026: 20-year tax holiday to draw data center investments
In a major move to make India a global digital hub, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a proposed 20-year tax holiday for foreign companies setting up data centers and cloud computing infrastructure in the country.
Budget 2026: 3 new AIIMS, 1 girls' hostel per district
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a major initiative in the Union Budget 2026-27. The government will build one girls' hostel in every district of India.
Budget 2026: India sets FY27 fiscal deficit target at 4.3%
The Indian government has announced a fiscal deficit target of 4.3% of the gross domestic product (GDP) for the financial year 2026-27.
Budget 2026: Sitharaman allocates ₹40,000cr for electronics component manufacturing
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a major increase in the budget allocation for electronics manufacturing.
Sitharaman announces 'Mahatma Gandhi Gram Samaj' initiative to support khadi
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a major initiative to boost India's traditional craft sector.
New income tax act will be effective from April 1
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced that the new Income Tax Act will come into effect from April 1, 2026.
Budget 2026: Sitharaman announces 3 All India Institutes of Ayurveda
In a major push for Ayurveda, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the establishment of three new All India Institutes of Ayurveda in the Union Budget 2026-27.
Budget 2026: India to establish content creator labs in schools
In a major push for the creative industry, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced plans to establish content creator labs in schools and colleges across India.
Budget 2026: High-powered committee to boosy services sector, AI push
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the formation of a high-powered committee to recommend measures focused on the services sector.
Budget 2026: FM sets ₹12.2L crore capex target for infrastructure
Nirmala Sitharaman has unveiled a capital expenditure (capex) target of ₹12.2 lakh crore for the fiscal year 2026-27.
Budget 2026: 'BioPharma Shakti' initiative with ₹10,000cr allocation announced
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's announcement of a ₹10,000 crore allocation for the "Biopharma Shakti" program in Union Budget 2026 has sent pharma stocks soaring.
Budget 2026: Nirmala Sitharaman unveils 6-point strategy for economic growth
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has unveiled a six-point strategy to accelerate and sustain India's economic growth.
Budget 2026: Sitharaman announces ₹10,000cr SME growth fund
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced several measures in the Union Budget 2026 to support Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
AI can be growth multiplier, says Nirmala Sitharaman in Budget
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), can serve as growth multipliers.
Budget 2026: Rare earth corridors to come up in states
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the establishment of dedicated rare earth corridors in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.