He argues that the government should focus on keeping the wheels of the domestic defence-tech industry turning by ensuring a steady flow of contracts. "One is give as much orders as possible," Shivaraman noted, emphasising that the survival of the vendor base is more important than who wins
Ahead of the Union Budget 2026, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday criticised the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government, asserting that its own "legacy" has left the economy in an "unprecedented mess," and questioned whether the upcoming budget would deliver concrete
Ahead of the Union Budget 2026, Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Saturday criticised the government for lacking a clear, results-oriented vision, highlighting unemployment, underemployment, rising inflation, and the widening gap between rich and poor.
A primary concern raised by the industry body is the high cost of spectrum, which continues to strain the balance sheets of service providers. He urged the government to recognize the essential nature of connectivity in the modern era, suggesting, "The spectrum pricing should be revisited
He emphasised the need for the central government to grant Rajasthan special state status, citing the state's unique geographical conditions that pose significant challenges to implementing development schemes.
In the upcoming Union Budget, investors in virtual digital assets (VDA) are seeking relief on the taxation framework, particularly the ability to claim losses, even as gains from cryptocurrency remain taxable at 30 per cent under Indian law, Rohit Garg, Partner at Shardul Amarchand Mangal
While speaking to ANI, Raikindi stated that the government of India is likely to prioritise job creation, agricultural development, inclusive manufacturing, and digital transformation. These sectors are expected to drive sustainable growth and development across the country
"Today, if a purchaser pays a price below the tax fair market value, the difference is taxed in the hands of the purchaser as ordinary income. In listed shares, the fair market value is pegged to the stock exchange price, and in off-market deals, parties have no control over price movements
Kerala Minister P Rajeev said, "The budget presented yesterday by Finance Minister KN Balagopal will give a boost to the industrial sector. The Finance Minister has extended strong support to the proposals put forward by the Industries Department.
New Delhi [India], January 30: With India's power sector entering an exciting phase of growth and renewable energy taking centre stage ahead of the Union Budget 2026, BC Jindal Group Promoter Shyam Sunder Jindal said on Friday that India's clean energy transition will be driven by the seamle
"We expect the Centre's fiscal deficit in FY26-27 to be pegged at 4.2% of GDP. We estimate that this would take debt-to-GDP down to 55% in FY26-27. For FY25-26, we expect the fiscal deficit target of 4.4% to be met, despite serious slippage concerns," noted the report.