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  Union budget 2026: Telecom sector pushes for licence fee cuts, GST relief ahead of budget

  Technology | January 27, 2026 21:04 IST

  Ahead of Union Budget 2026, telecom operators including Jio, Airtel and Vodafone Idea seek licence fee reduction, GST relief, and spectrum reforms as COAI outlines key demands.

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  Budget 2026: Will smartphones get costlier from February 1? What industry experts say

  Budget | January 27, 2026 11:48 IST

  The Union Budget is scheduled to be presented on February 1. People will be keeping a close eye on the budget announcements, particularly regarding smartphone prices. Phone manufacturers are under considerable pressure due to the global chip shortage.