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Budget announcements boost GIFT City's attractiveness: MD Sanjay Kaul
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
The Union Budget's proposals to extend tax exemptions send a strong signal to global investors and significantly strengthen GIFT City's position as an international financial services hub, said Sanjay Kaul, Managing Director and Group CEO of GIFT City, following the Budget announcement by
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Kerala did not implement previous projects: BJP state chief as Left, Congr
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Kerala Finance Minister K N Balagopal today said that budget was disappointing for Kerala in an election year, as the State had been expecting significant announcements like an AIIMS and high-speed rail corridors. He also expressed disappointment at the Centre's denial of a special packag
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ICEA hails Union Budget 2026 for semiconductor, electronics boost; calls i
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Welcoming the budget, India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) said in a statement that, "the sustained focus on electronics manufacturing, the launch of India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0, and the significant expansion of the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) rea
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Pollution a top priority for govt: DEA Secretary Anuradha Thakur on Union
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
"Pollution is a priority for the government. We are working with many state governments on projects related to air and water pollution. There is a significant budgetary outlay on sewage control as well as drainage," Thakur said.
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Union Budget strengthens resolve of 'Developed India': Chhattisgarh CM Sai
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the budget presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman places the aspirations of the poor, farmers, youth, women and the middle class at its core. He added that states like Chhattisgarh stand to
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Defence Secy Rajesh Kumar Singh welcomes Union Budget as 'Significant boos
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Sunday welcomed the Union Budget 2026-27, describing it as a "significant boost" for the country's defence preparedness.
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Long standing demands of State ignored in Union Budget: Tamil Nadu Finance
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
The state's finance minister said that, despite Tamil Nadu's significant role in India's overall development, it has not received its rightful share. "This budget stands as one that has completely disregarded the expectations of the Tamil people," Thennarasu said.
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Stock markets will absorb STT hike, no impact on NSE IPO and asset of list
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
The stock markets will absorb the changes in Securities Transaction Tax (STT) and gradually adjust, with no significant impact on the asset quality of stock brokers or exchange-listed entities, Ashish Chauhan, Managing Director and CEO of the National Stock Exchange (NSE), said on Sunday.
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"Our reaction to the Budget is positive", says CII President Rajiv Memani
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday presented the Union Budget 2026-27 in Parliament, proposing a significant 9 per cent increase in capital expenditure to Rs 12.2 lakh crore. The allocation aims to sustain the momentum in infrastructure development and support economic gr
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Budget 2026: FM proposes community owned retail outlets for women entrepre
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
She highlighted a significant evolution in how the government views women's work. She spoke about the successful foundation laid by previous initiatives, specifically noting that she intends to "build on the success of 'Lakpati Didi Programme'" which has already helped millions of women f
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Rain and snowfall lash parts of Himachal; IMD warns of thunderstorms and f
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
According to the IMD's morning weather bulletin issued from Shimla, there was no significant change in minimum and maximum temperatures across most stations in the state. However, minimum temperatures at a few places rose by 2 to 6 degrees Celsius, while at some stations they remained nea
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"Team marking a significant milestone": Indian Army on 'India-Tanzania Def
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
According to the Indian Army, the engagement between the two countries on the defence front will underscore India's commitment to strengthening bilateral strategic ties through professional military education, capacity building, and a shared vision for regional stability and security.
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