Nirmala Sitharaman
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Budget 2026: Rare Earth corridors, zero duty on Monazite to boost critical minerals push
Technology | Feb 01, 2026, 03:00 PM ISTThe government proposes rare earth corridors in mineral-rich states and customs duty exemptions on critical minerals, including zero duty on monazite, in Union Budget 2026–27.
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20 National Waterways to Integrated East Coast Corridor: Highlights of Budget on infrastructure
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 02:55 PM ISTBudget 2026: FM Sitharaman said this Budget aims to further amplify the potential of cities to deliver the economic power of agglomerations by mapping city economic regions (CER), based on their specific growth drivers.
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Budget: Sitharaman says customs duty rationalised on key items with focus on domestic manufacturing
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 02:31 PM ISTBudget 2026: FM Sitharaman proposed to increase the limit for duty-free imports of specified inputs used for processing seafood products for export, from the current 1 per cent to 3 per cent of the FOB value of the previous year's export turnover.
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Budget 2026 of Sitharaman focuses on income tax reforms, capex hike, cheaper cancer drugs
India | Feb 01, 2026, 02:28 PM ISTBudget 2026: The fiscal deficit remains steady at 4.4% of GDP for FY26 Revised Estimates, adhering to the glide path below 4.5%. Indirect tax measures ease daily life with personal import tariffs cut to 10% from 20%, updated baggage allowances and duty-free fish catches.
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Budget 2026 is historic, reflects empowered presence of nation's feminine strength: PM Modi
India | Feb 01, 2026, 03:16 PM ISTPM Modi hails Budget 2026 as historic, lauds FM Nirmala Sitharaman’s record ninth Budget, and said it empowers women and lays a strong foundation for India’s future.
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Budget 2026: Govt allocates Rs 7.85 lakh crore to defence, over 15 per cent hike from last year
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 06:01 PM ISTIndia's Defence Budget 2026–27 signals a decisive push towards a technologically advanced and self-reliant military. In line with the ViksitBharat@2047 vision, the defence budget prioritises modernisation, technological innovation and efficient procurement to ensure optimal use of resources.
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Budget 2026 puts sustainable trekking trails on India’s tourism map
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 01:34 PM ISTBudget 2026 signals a shift towards sustainable tourism, proposing ecologically sensitive mountain trails, turtle trails and bird-watching routes across India, while investing in skilled guides and low-impact trekking experiences.
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Budget: From no changes in income tax rates to new ITR deadline, key announcements by Sitharaman
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 02:42 PM ISTSitharaman proposed to exempt Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) for non-residents who pay tax on presumptive basis.
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Budget 2026: From Lakhpati Didi to SHE-Marts, check 8 key highlights for women
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 01:15 PM ISTBudget 2026 focuses on women's empowerment with a boost to the Lakhpati Didi scheme and the launch of community-run SHE-Marts to promote women-led entrepreneurship and livelihoods.
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Budget 2026 triggers Opposition pushback, Congress' Shashi Tharoor raises Kerala concern
India | Feb 01, 2026, 01:10 PM ISTThough Congress leader Shashi Tharoor added that he was yet to read the full Budget document and would offer a more detailed assessment after going through it.
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Budget 2026: What's in store for farmers and agriculture sector? | Key announcements here
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 01:16 PM ISTBudget 2026: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday proposed a Coconut Promotion Scheme aimed at increasing production and improving productivity to boost India's competitiveness in coconut cultivation.
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Education Budget 2026: Centre's push for Corporate Mitras to support ICAI, ICSI
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 02:41 PM ISTEducation Budget 2026: The government is planning to create a pool of trained “corporate mitras” to support professional bodies- ICAI, ICSI and ICMAI in developing short-term modular courses and practical tools.
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Budget 2026: Alcohol to be costlier, here's what FM Nirmala Sitharaman says
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 01:15 PM ISTFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026-27 in the Lok Sabha on Sunday (February 1). Read further to know what she said.
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Union Budget 2026: How to download Budget's PDF and other documents? Check step-by-step guide
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 01:51 PM ISTFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026–27 in a historic Sunday session, marking her ninth Budget address. Citizens can now download the complete Budget document in PDF format from the Ministry of Finance website. The PDF includes sector-wise allocations.
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Budget 2026: Customs duty exemption extended for lithium-ion cells
Technology | Feb 01, 2026, 02:43 PM ISTUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces the extension of basic customs duty exemptions for lithium-ion battery manufacturing.
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Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman proposes to launch Khelo India mission for next decade
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 12:31 PM ISTFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026-27 today. Apart from the major sectors, the focus was also on sports as she proposed to launch the Khelo India mission over the next decade. She also proposed 'Samarth Pahal' scheme for affordable sports goods.
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Union Budget 2026: 10 key tourism announcements by FM Nirmala Sitharaman
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 01:30 PM ISTBudget 2026 places tourism at the heart of jobs and growth with plans for a National Institute of Hospitality, training 10,000 tourist guides, heritage site development, Buddhist circuits, medical tourism hubs, and a sharp cut in TCS on travel.
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Budget 2026: Tax holiday for cloud and data centre companies till 2047 announced
Technology | Feb 01, 2026, 02:43 PM ISTUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces a tax holiday for cloud services and data centre services companies till 2047 during the Union Budget 2026–27 presentation in Parliament.
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Union Budget 2026: Key highlights of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's budget speech
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 12:58 PM ISTUnion Budget 2026: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman delivered her ninth Union Budget on Sunday, becoming the first to present the budget on this day in independent India. She made several announcements, scroll down to check the key highlights of the Union Budget 2026.
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Education Budget: High-level committee on 'Education to Employment and Entrepreneurship' proposed
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 02:38 PM ISTThe minister in her budget speech said, "This will enable us to become a global leader with a 10% share in global services by 2047. The committee will prioritise sectors to maximise opportunities for growth, employment and exports."