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Union Budget 2026 signals strong momentum for India's travel and tourism s
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
One of the most impactful announcements for the sector is the reduction in Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on overseas tour packages to a flat 2%. By easing the upfront financial burden on travellers, this policy is set to enhance affordability, encourage outbound travel, and stimulate dema
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'Orange Economy': FM Sitharaman proposes content creator labs in schools,
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"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.
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Finance Minister proposes to introduce dedicated SME growth fund worth Rs
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
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
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Industry leaders expect growth-oriented budget with focus on infrastructur
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He also emphasised the importance of prioritising India's interests despite global uncertainties, citing the government's efforts to develop alternate markets and pursue Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)
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Nation awaits Union Budget, sure will elements of growth and meet people's
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Telangana BJP chief Ramchander Rao on Sunday said that people across the country are eagerly awaiting the Union Budget to be presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, expressing confidence that it would focus on growth and address public expectations.
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"Budget 2026-27 will be another step towards Viksit Bharat": Union Ministe
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Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Sunday termed the Union Budget 2026-27 a step towards making India a "Viksit Bharat."
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FM Sitharaman leaves for Rashtrapati Bhavan with 'Digital Bahi-Khata' ahea
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Sitharaman is set to present her record ninth consecutive budget today at 11 am in the Lok Sabha.
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Trump says India has made deal to "buy Venezuelan oil"; urges China to do
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Addressing reporters aboard Air Force One, he said, "China is welcome to come in and make a great deal on oil. We've already made a deal. India is coming in, and they're going to be buying Venezuelan oil as opposed to buying it from Iran. So, we've already made the concept of the deal." Read More
Union Budget 2026: Passengers hope for tax relief, better rail services
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One passenger said he had high hopes for the Budget, praising last year's exercise in which income tax slabs were revised. He said the Budget holds added significance amid the changing global order, as India is emerging as a soft power and strengthening its international relations.
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"Hope this budget will move development forward": Uttar Pradesh minister S
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Uttar Pradesh minister Suresh Kumar Khanna on Sunday said he hopes the Union Budget will accelerate development and generate more employment opportunities.
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"Homeland or Death": Cuban President hits out at Trump's tariffs on island
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Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel Bermudez on Saturday (local time) strongly condemned the United States' latest move to impose tariffs on countries supplying oil to the island, warning that the measures aim to "strangle" Cuba's economy.
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UAE aviation sector economic driver supporting Emiratisation, attracting g
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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
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