"I propose to support the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies, Mumbai, in setting up AVGC Content Creator Labs in 15,000 secondary schools and 500 colleges, Sitharaman said while presenting the Union Budget for 2026-27.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced a major push for India's Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming and Comics (AVGC) ecosystem, proposing the creation of AVGC Content Creator Labs across thousands of schools and colleges as part of the Union Budget 2026.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has proposed to launch the 'Khelo India Mission' while presenting the Union Budget 2026-27 in the Parliament on Sunday. The mission aims to create an integrated talent-development pathway, train coaches and support staff, incorporate sports science and
The Finance Minister of India, Niramala Sitharaman, has proposed to introduce a dedicated 10,000 crores SME growth fund to create future jobs, incentivising enterprises based on select criteria. She stated that the government recognises MSMEs as a vital engine of growth, and proposes a th
As the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2026, a local artist, Zuhaib Khan, has made a striking charcoal sketch to commemorate this pivotal event.
With this ninth consecutive budget, Sitharaman moves closer to the overall record of 10 budgets held by former Prime Minister Morarji Desai, though Desai's presentations were not all consecutive.
Speaking to ANI, Maitri, a female entrepreneur, expressed her hopes for tax reductions on everyday essentials such as gas burners, purifiers, etc. She also highlighted the need for an effective tax structure, stating that women-led businesses should be "tax-free" to create more opportunit
Addressing the gathering at the Marathon, the Chief Minister said, "Through national initiatives like Fit India and Khelo India, the government is channelling the energy of our youth toward growth. This is your time. Inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, Prime Minister Modi is c
The UAE's aviation sector continues to consolidate its position as one of the key engines of the national economy and community development, driven by rapid expansion across airports, airlines and related infrastructure. This growth is creating thousands of high-quality job opportunities, at
Addressing the occasion, the CM said, "A new industrial area spread over 100 acres will be developed in Gudh to create employment opportunities for youth. Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the state government is preserving heritage while setting new benchmarks in religi
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