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Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) significantly increased buying in Indian equities, logging their highest single-day inflow in over three months, amounting to Rs 5,236 crore. This surge was primarily driven by an…
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India's Union Budget 2026, presented by FM Nirmala Sitharaman, emphasized continuity with a focus on GDP growth and increased capital expenditure. It introduced a Securities Transaction Tax hike on derivatives and taxed…
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The Union Budget 2026 outlines a confident and fiscally disciplined growth roadmap for India, emphasizing key areas like sunrise sectors, infrastructure, and digital capacity. It aims to deepen capital markets, strength…
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The Union Budget 2026-27, announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, significantly boosts agriculture, allied sectors, and the cooperative movement. It aims to enhance farmers' incomes and includes a substantial…
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India's fiscal strategy for FY27 aims for deficit reduction, primarily by implementing cuts in crucial development expenditure. This approach disproportionately impacts the vital rural and agricultural sectors, raising…
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The Central government plans to introduce an Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) amendment Bill in the second half of the Budget session, starting March 9, as announced by Finance Minister Sitharaman. This crucial legi…
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Budget 2026 has withdrawn the capital gains tax exemption for Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) purchased from the secondary market, effective April 1, 2026. This significant policy change restricts tax-free gains only to ori…
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The government is allowing Special Economic Zone (SEZ) units to sell their excess production domestically at concessional import duty rates, a move highlighted by Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal. This significant poli…
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The Union Budget has emphasized strengthening veterinary infrastructure, including establishing colleges, hospitals, and diagnostic laboratories. This initiative aims to improve livestock disease diagnosis and treatment…
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The Indian government is actively considering a Further Public Offering (FPO) to reduce its stake in the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) during the upcoming financial year. This move, announced by Financial Services Se…
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The Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, stated that the Centre is now utilizing cess proceeds, traditionally an exclusive central domain, for subjects falling under the States' list of responsibilities. This marks a s…
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The Centre, as announced by Ashwini Vaishnaw, is planning to lay underground railway tracks along a 40-km strategic 'Chicken's Neck' corridor in West Bengal. This vital infrastructure project aims to significantly enhan…
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The Union Budget 2026-27 is critically reviewed for prioritizing asset building over crucial climate, ecosystem, and livelihood considerations. This analysis from downtoearth.org.in underscores the ongoing debate about…
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In a significant move, the government has granted Special Economic Zone (SEZ) units a temporary relaxation, allowing them to sell their manufactured goods directly in the domestic tariff area. This initiative aims to mi…
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The article highlights that in the Union Budget 2026, government borrowing is now primarily funding capital expenditure, indicating better spending quality and a stronger fiscal deficit. The effective capital spending e…
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The Finance Minister announced plans to increase the share of inland and coastal shipping in total cargo transportation from 6% to 12%. This is aimed at rejuvenating the indigenous shipping industry in India. The move i…
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The Union Budget 2023-24 has been praised by Mahindra Group CEO Anish Shah as excellent for India's long-term growth. The budget focuses on key areas like infrastructure, SMEs, manufacturing, and self-reliance, which ar…
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The article discusses the impact of an excise duty hike on cigarette prices in India, leading to a sharp fall in the stock prices of major tobacco companies like ITC, Godfrey Phillips, and VST Industries. This is signif…
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President Trump expressed confidence in his nominee for Federal Reserve chair, Kevin Warsh, despite potential delays in the confirmation process. Republican Senator Thom Tillis has threatened to stall any Fed pick until…
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The Indian government's record borrowing plan, as announced in the federal budget, has led to a sharp decline in Indian bonds. This has resulted in elevated bond yields, which will increase borrowing costs across the ec…
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The 2026 Indian budget received cautious optimism, but reversing foreign investor outflows remains uncertain. While capital expenditure plans align with expectations, higher taxation on derivatives and a significant pre…
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Temasek Holdings and Life Insurance Corporation of India are planning to sell shares in the National Stock Exchange of India's upcoming IPO, which is expected to raise around Rs 23,000 crore. State Bank of India and SBI…
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Prashant Jain, a prominent investment expert, believes that the Union Budget 2026-27 provides a reasonable investment opportunity over the next 3-4 months despite market volatility. He highlights that large-cap stocks a…
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This cartoon collection 'Pocket-size politics' analyzes how major economic policies and the Union Budget impact the average citizen's finances. It provides a relatable, visual perspective on how high-level decisions tra…
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