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Union Budget 2026: What industry leaders say about reforms, capex push

Union Budget 2026 drew mixed reactions from industry leaders, who welcomed the growth and capex push while stressing the need for execution clarity, long-term policy support and reform follow-through

Union Budget 2026: From semiconductors to rare-earth hubs, key takeaways

Budget 2026: The Budget lays out new schemes and higher spending on infrastructure, technology, healthcare and jobs, while offering support for industry and students

Budget 2026-27: Govt sets up panel to study AI impact on services sector

Union Budget 2026: The Centre plans a high-powered panel to assess how AI is changing services, employment and skills, while aiming to raise India's global share in services to 10% by 2047

What are the three kartavyas guiding FM Sitharaman's Budget 2026 vision?

Union Budget 2026: Presenting the Union Budget, FM Nirmala Sitharaman outlined three kartavyas to boost economic growth, and ensure inclusive access to opportunities

Budget 2026: Govt to roll out Semiconductor Mission 2.0 with ₹40,000 cr

Union Budget 2026: The government will launch India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 with an outlay of ₹40,000 crore to support chip equipment manufacturing, R&D and training

Union Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman dons a Kanjeevaram saree from Tamil Nadu

Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget today, marking her ninth straight Budget; she continued her handloom tradition by wearing a maroon Kanjeevaram saree from Tamil Nadu

Trump claims India will buy Venezuelan oil: 'We've already made that deal'

Donald Trump claimed India will buy Venezuelan oil instead of Iranian crude as Washington moves to cut Russia-linked oil trade and ease some sanctions on Venezuela

Indian IT industry shifting from software to AI solutions, says Vaishnaw

Ahead of the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, Ashwini Vaishnaw said India's IT industry is moving from software to AI, re-skilling employees and training students nationwide

Why Tesla's AI shift is pushing Chinese EV rivals beyond just making cars

Tesla's move from carmaking to AI and robotics is influencing Chinese EV firms; companies like Xpeng and Nio are expanding into robots, chips and flying cars to stay competitive

Menstrual hygiene is a fundamental right under Article 21, rules SC

The Supreme Court has ruled that access to menstrual hygiene products and facilities is part of the right to life under Article 21, saying lack of access harms the dignity of girl children

India-EU free trade deal explained: What it means for farmers and IT jobs

The India-EU trade deal boosts exports, jobs and farmers' income, and allows Indian professionals to work in the EU. Here are key FAQs on farming, services and mobility

India-EU trade deal: Top questions answered on trade, tariffs, and more

India and the EU have signed a free trade agreement aimed at boosting exports, jobs and mobility. Here are key FAQs on tariffs, farmers and services under the trade deal

EU lists Iran's Revolutionary Guard as terrorist group, sanctions follow

European Union ministers approved adding Iran's Revolutionary Guard to the terror list and announced sanctions; Iran hit back, calling the move a 'major strategic mistake'

Economic Survey flags supply-side gaps hurting India's urban potential

The Economic Survey 2025-26 says India's cities drive growth but suffer from daily stress due to poor planning, overuse of private transport and fragmented governance

'India is an oasis of macro stability in a turbulent world': CEA Nageswaran

India remains economically stable despite global uncertainty, with strong growth, low inflation and rising forex reserves, CEA Anantha Nageswaran said after the Economic Survey was tabled

Eco Survey highlights: Domestic demand in focus amid global uncertainties

India's economy is expected to grow 6.8-7.2% in 2026-27; exports, domestic demand and reforms support growth, while global trade tensions pose some risks

Economic Survey pegs India's real GDP growth at 6.8-7.2 per cent in FY27

India's economy is expected to grow 6.8-7.2% in 2026-27; exports, domestic demand and reforms support growth, while global trade tensions pose some risks

Budget Session 2026: 'Reform, perform, transform' guides govt, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the government is focused on reform, performance and transformation as Parliament's Budget Session begins, stressing long-term solutions and growth for India

Supreme Court raps states over poor stray dog control as bite cases surge

The Supreme Court pulled up states over poor stray dog control, flagging low sterilisation, lack of shelters and rising dog bite cases, while questioning weak data and delayed action

Budget 2026: SBI Research sees fiscal deficit at 4.2% amid global risks

SBI Research expects Budget 2026 to focus on fiscal discipline, managing rising debt, steady borrowing and higher capital spending amid global uncertainty and volatile markets