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  FTA with EU is for ambitious India, urge manufacturers to benefit from new markets: PM Modi

  India | January 29, 2026 11:20 IST

  PM Modi said, "This quarter has begun on a very positive note. A self-confident India has become a ray of hope for the world today. It has also become a centre of attraction. At the beginning of this quarter, India and the European Union signed a Free Trade Agreement.

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  Kerala Budget: State hikes pay of pre-primary teachers by Rs 1,000; honorariums of ASHAs hiked

  Budget | January 29, 2026 10:13 IST

  The Finance Minister also allocated Rs 14,500 crore for social security pensions for financial year 2026–27. He also announced Rs 3,700 crore for CM's Stree Suraksha scheme in Budget 2026-27.

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  'Budget should ease household burden': Homemakers seek middle-class, women-friendly Union Budget

  Budget | January 29, 2026 7:49 IST

  Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her ninth consecutive Budget on February 1 in the Lok Sabha. The Budget Session of Parliament commenced on January 28 and continues till April 2, with one break.

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  Union Budget 2026-27: Study urges major increase in public healthcare expenditure

  Budget | January 28, 2026 19:15 IST

  A new study ahead of Budget 2026-27 pushes for a significant rise in public healthcare expenditure to tackle rising medical costs and reduce inequality in access to care. Discover key findings, expert reactions, and implications for India’s health system.

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  Budget 2026 could redefine home buying: Affordable housing price cap may rise to Rs 90 lakh

  Budget | January 28, 2026 16:15 IST

  Notably, demands for increasing the price limit for affordable housing have been raised by the real estate sector and homebuyers for a long time, and the government may address this through the budget.

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  Budget 2026: SBI seeks tax relief on bank deposits, insurance and pension reforms

  Budget | January 28, 2026 7:34 IST

  It said that the tax treatment for interest income on bank deposits should be brought at par with long-term and short-term capital gains (LTCG and STCG).

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  Budget 2026: Employment and exports take centre stage in industry expectations - Survey

  Budget | January 27, 2026 16:14 IST

  The industry has demanded strong support for exports amidst challenges such as global trade conflicts, tariffs, and non-tariff barriers (such as CBAM and deforestation-related regulations).

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  Centre convenes all-party meeting ahead of Budget session, Opposition seeks wider debate

  India | January 27, 2026 16:02 IST

  The first phase of the session will continue till February 13, during which the Motion of Thanks on the President’s address will be debated and passed, along with discussions on the Budget. Parliament will reconvene on March 9 after a break, and the session will conclude on April 2.

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  Budget 2026: Industry seeks big push for jobs and exports as FICCI survey flags rising expectations

  Budget | January 27, 2026 8:38 IST

  A new FICCI survey shows that India Inc is expecting Budget 2026 to prioritise job creation, export growth and infrastructure investment. Industry leaders are seeking stronger export support, higher RoDTEP allocation and targeted reforms amid global trade volatility.

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  Union Budget 2026: Customs duty overhaul, TDS rationalisation among key expectations

  Budget | January 26, 2026 12:42 IST

  Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her ninth consecutive Budget on February 1 in the Lok Sabha. The Budget Session of Parliament will commence on January 28 and continue till April 2, with one break.

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  Union Budget 2026: Small business owners seek GST relief amid rising costs

  Budget | January 27, 2026 11:52 IST

  Union Budget 2026: The Budget Session will commence on January 28 and continue till April 2, with one break. The Union Budget 2026-27 will be presented on February 1.

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  Budget 2026: CREDAI seeks major policy changes to revive housing affordability

  Budget | January 27, 2026 11:48 IST

  As the real estate sector remains a driving force for employment and urban development, CREDAI argues that targeted interventions are now essential to unlock pent-up demand and support the vision of a "Viksit Bharat".

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  Budget 2026: What changes salaried person can expect in old and new tax regimes?

  Budget | January 25, 2026 7:54 IST

  Union Budget 2026: Experts advise taxpayers to compare both regimes based on their income, deductions, and future plans, and then choose the regime accordingly.

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  Budget 2026: What is Economic Survey and why does it matter for India's economy?

  Budget | January 23, 2026 14:18 IST

  The Economic Survey is primarily prepared by the Department of Economic Affairs, under the leadership of the Chief Economic Advisor.

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  Budget 2026: Big defence budget boost after Operation Sindoor? Here’s where the government may focus

  January 28, 2026 16:48 IST

  Reports suggest that the increased budgetary allocation to the defence sector could be used to meet the needs of the armed forces, which include essential procurement and research and development.

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  Budget 2026: Government may table key Electricity Amendment Bill to tackle DISCOM losses

  Budget | January 23, 2026 13:05 IST

  The upcoming Electricity Amendment Bill will address challenges, including losses and debt of power distribution companies (DISCOMs), non-cost-reflective tariffs, and excessive cross-subsidies.

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  Budget 2026: A make-or-break for housing sector - Here's what real estate expects

  Budget | January 23, 2026 10:12 IST

  The stress in India’s affordable housing segment has become increasingly hard to ignore, even as luxury and premium home sales continue to post robust growth.

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  Budget 2026: Will infra spending for key projects be increased? Here's what Industry leaders demand

  Budget | January 23, 2026 8:16 IST

  Budget 2026: Industry leaders across logistics, retail, energy, technology and hospitality have urged the government to double infrastructure spending to Rs 3 lakh crore. They believe sustained and strategic investments can boost supply chains, boost innovation and support nationwide development.

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  Union Budget 2026: Big relief for retirees? Minimum pension hike likely, millions to benefit

  Budget | January 22, 2026 16:57 IST

  As per sources, a major announcement for pensioners associated with the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is likely to be made in the budget or shortly thereafter.

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  When was India's first budget presented, and by whom? Interesting facts you should know

  Budget | January 23, 2026 7:13 IST

  In contrast to today’s budgets, which keep in mind the welfare of ordinary Indians, the first budget was prepared keeping in mind the economic needs of the colonial administration.