The Government on Tuesday held a crucial all-party meeting in New Delhi ahead of the Budget Session of Parliament 2026, bringing together leaders from across the political spectrum to ensure smooth and productive legislative proceedings. The meeting, chaired by Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, underscored the government’s intent to foster…
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Budget 2026: LTCG Tax Cut May Influence FPI Stock Flows
As Budget 2026 approaches, market participants are closely watching for potential cuts to the long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax. Amid continued foreign portfolio investor (FPI) selling, investors hope a tax reduction could improve market sentiment and encourage capital inflows into Indian equities. In January alone, FPIs have net sold ₹33,598…
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Budget 2026: India’s Trade Policy Reset in Turbulent Times
New Delhi: As India approaches the Union Budget 2026, trade policy has emerged as a central economic challenge rather than a background consideration. Slowing global growth, renewed protectionism and disrupted supply chains have reshaped the rules of international commerce. For India, which remains deeply integrated with major global markets, trade…
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Budget 2026: Mining Policy Targets Silver, Copper
The Union Budget for 2026–27 is expected to introduce a dedicated mining policy aimed at reducing India’s dependence on imported metals and boosting domestic production of silver, copper and zinc. People familiar with policy discussions say the move is intended to support the government’s broader manufacturing push at a time…
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Union Budget 2026 Likely on Feb 1 Despite Sunday Debate
The Union Budget 2026 is increasingly likely to be presented on Sunday, February 1, despite the date coinciding with a weekend. Government sources, industry signals, and parliamentary precedent all suggest continuity with the post-2017 budget calendar, even as formal confirmation awaits the official notification of the Budget Session. Since 2017,…
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Budget 2026 Likely to Push New Tax Regime Further
As preparations for Union Budget 2026 gather momentum, India’s New Tax Regime has clearly emerged as the cornerstone of the government’s personal taxation strategy. Following the sweeping relief announced in Budget 2025, policymakers appear increasingly committed to nudging taxpayers toward a simpler, deduction-light tax structure. The sharp increase in the…