"I propose setting up a 'High Level Committee on Banking for Viksit Bharat'", to comprehensively review the sector and align it with India's next phase of growth, while safeguarding financial stability, inclusion and consumer protection," she said, in her 90-minute-long Budget speech.
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
Dhami highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and said the budget reflects today's needs and the vision for the future. Dhami noted that the budget provides opportunities to every section of society, ensuring their upliftment and said that it will "strengthen social balance
The MoU was signed in the presence of Union Minister of State for Commerce & Industry and Electronics & Information Technology Jitin Prasada, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) S. Krishnan, senior MeitY officials, and leadership teams from both BISAG-
India and Pakistan captains skipped the customary handshake at the toss during the Super 6 Group 2 match of the ongoing ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 on Sunday.
Shah expressed his views soon after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ninth Budget in the Parliament. While no changes were announced to the tax slabs, Sitharaman announced the implementation of the New Tax Act from April 1, 2026. This was the first time in the history of
Sanjay Mehta, Deputy Director General of IMC, stated that the budget covers both traditional and frontier technology areas, helping India leverage these technologies and realise their benefits.
In her initial remarks, Sitharaman said that since her government assumed office, India's economic trajectory was marked by fiscal discipline and sustained growth.
Pakistan Under-19 won the toss and opted to bowl first against India Under-19 in the Super 6 Group 2 match of the ongoing ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026. With the clash serving as the last group-stage fixture, both India and Pakistan are vying to get a spot in the semi-final and the match stand
India go into Sunday's clash at Queens Sports Park in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, having won all their World Cup matches, while Pakistan need a big win to secure a semi-final berth.
Presenting the Union Budget 2026-27 in Parliament, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the government's plan to establish NIMHANS 2.0, a premier mental health institute in North India, to address gaps in mental health infrastructure. She also announced the duty exemption o