Deependra Singh The Union Budget 2026–27 has introduced significant measures to strengthen Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Khadi and village industries, silk production, handloom, and the textile sector. A comprehensive and integrated scheme for the textile sector has been proposed, which includes the National Fibre Policy, Textile Expansion and Employment Scheme, National Handloom and Handicrafts Programme, …
New Delhi: US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Cuban authorities, stating that they must reach an agreement with Washington to avoid a worsening humanitarian crisis in Cuba. This ultimatum follows President Trump’s recent executive order imposing tariffs on goods from countries that sell oil to Cuba. The move has intensified the …
The Central Budget 2026 brought no changes in income tax slabs, standard deductions, or tax rates, leaving taxpayers to decide once again which tax regime suits them best. Both the old and new tax regimes remain unchanged for the financial year 2026-27. The government has been encouraging the new tax regime over the past few …
New Delhi: The Union Budget 2026-27 has given significant priority to the health sector by allocating ₹1,06,530.42 crore to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. This allocation marks an increase of nearly 10 percent compared to the revised estimates of the financial year 2025-26. This rise represents a total growth of over 194 percent …
New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has welcomed the Union Budget 2026-27, describing it as a clear indication of the government’s intent to strengthen the country’s security following the historic success of Operation Sindoor. He expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this decisive move. Rajnath Singh highlighted that the defence sector has been …
New Delhi: Former Finance Minister and Congress leader P. Chidambaram has expressed his views on the Union Budget 2026-27, describing it as falling short of public expectations. He remarked that commentators, writers, and students of economics must have been taken aback while listening to the Finance Minister’s speech in Parliament. Chidambaram stated, “I believe a …
Jaipur: Rajasthan Congress President Govind Singh Dotasra has criticised the Union Budget, calling it “highly disappointing” for the state. He alleged that despite Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma’s nearly 60 visits to Delhi over the past two years, Rajasthan has not secured any financial allocation or special package in the budget. Speaking to the media at …
Mumbai, February 1 – Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget for the financial year 2026-27 on Sunday. Leaders of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) have described the budget as dedicated to the common people of the country. In this context, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam shared his views. Speaking to the media, …
New Delhi: The industry has welcomed the Union Budget 2026-27 with optimism. Experts believe the budget is designed not for short-term popularity but to ensure long-term economic strength, investment, and the goal of a developed India by 2047. It places special emphasis on sectors such as MSMEs, manufacturing, infrastructure, logistics, and tourism. Ashok Batra, Chairman …
New Delhi: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia described the Union Budget as historic and said it will help fulfil the vision of a developed India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. In a conversation, Scindia said the budget organises India’s journey of the past 12 years and lays the foundation for future growth. He highlighted that …