Union Budget 2026
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Budget 2026: Industry seeks big push for jobs and exports as FICCI survey flags rising expectations
Budget | Jan 27, 2026, 08:38 AM ISTA 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 | Jan 26, 2026, 12:42 PM ISTFinance 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 | Jan 27, 2026, 11:52 AM ISTUnion 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 | Jan 27, 2026, 11:48 AM ISTAs 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 | Jan 25, 2026, 07:54 AM ISTUnion 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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Centre calls all-party meeting on January 27 ahead of Parliament Budget Session
India | Jan 24, 2026, 06:17 PM ISTThe budget session will begin on January 28 and the first phase will conclude on February 13. The second phase will begin on March 9 before the session ultimately concludes on April 2.
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Budget 2026: What is Economic Survey and why does it matter for India's economy?
Budget | Jan 23, 2026, 02:18 PM ISTThe 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
Market | Jan 28, 2026, 04:48 PM ISTReports 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: A make-or-break for housing sector - Here's what real estate expects
Budget | Jan 23, 2026, 10:12 AM ISTThe 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 | Jan 23, 2026, 08:16 AM ISTBudget 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 | Jan 22, 2026, 04:57 PM ISTAs 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 | Jan 23, 2026, 07:13 AM ISTIn 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.
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Budget 2026: Will smartphones get costlier from February 1? What industry experts say
Budget | Jan 27, 2026, 11:48 AM ISTThe 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.
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Union Budget 2026: Agriculture industry demands tax relief, biofuel and infra push
Budget | Jan 25, 2026, 06:50 AM ISTStakeholders have emphasised the need for sustained investment in innovation, infrastructure and market reforms to position Indian agriculture as a globally competitive growth engine.
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Budget 2026: Big tax relief for married couples? Government's big plan on joint tax system
Budget | Jan 21, 2026, 05:05 PM ISTOnce implemented, the joint tax system will be extremely useful for single-income families, retired couples, and families where the tax exemption for the non-earning spouse currently goes unused.
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Will Budget 2026 rescue India’s Stock Market? Experts make bold tax wishlist
Budget | Jan 21, 2026, 05:06 PM ISTAs Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1, the stock markets this time will remain open on Sunday for the budget presentation.
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Budget 2026: Financial sector seeks capital easing, credit push and policy stability
Budget | Jan 21, 2026, 02:29 PM ISTIndustry experts said the next phase of growth will depend not just on expanding access to financial services, but on improving the quality of credit, the sustainability of financial institutions and last-mile delivery.
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Budget 2026: Auto sector pushes for entry-level EVs incentives, lower customs duty on imported cars
Budget | Jan 21, 2026, 09:19 AM ISTUnion Budget 2026: The Budget Session of Parliament will begin on January 28, and the Union Budget will be presented on February 1. This would be the second time the Union Budget will be presented on a Sunday.
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Union Budget 2026: Steel industry seeks support for scrap usage, faster green steel transition
Budget | Jan 28, 2026, 07:46 AM ISTIn its budget wishlist, the Indian Steel Association (ISA) has sought measures to promote increased use of scrap for green steel production.
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Budget 2026: Will digital and climate-smart farming get a major boost? Agri sector pins high hopes
Budget | Jan 20, 2026, 05:07 PM ISTBudget 2026: According to industry experts, the Union Budget 2026-2027 presents a significant opportunity to transform agriculture into a robust engine of economic growth from being merely considered a welfare sector.