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India’s Union Budget presentation has evolved significantly over time. Until 1998, budgets were presented at 5 PM to align with the British Parliament’s schedule. This colonial-era practice ended in 1999 when Finance Minister Yashwant Sinha shifted the timing to 11 AM for better parliamentary scrutiny. Further reforms included advancing the budget date to February 1, introducing the traditional ba
India’s 1973 Black Budget addressed severe fiscal deficits and war-driven crises through state control, while the 1997 Dream Budget revolutionized the economy by slashing tax rates to stimulate unprecedented growth.
The Budget 2026 focuses on strengthening India’s manufacturing sector through gst reform, input cost relief, domestic production incentives, and policies to support Make in India, small and large enterprises, and R&D driven growth, aiming to expand exports and create jobs while maintaining macroeconomic stability.
With Budget 2026 approaching, India’s crypto ecosystem is watching closely for tax reforms that could ease one of the world’s toughest virtual digital asset regimes. Industry experts expect rationalisation rather than aggressive taxation, including potential relief on loss offsets and holding rules.
India’s Economic Survey 2026 highlights the government’s strategic priorities, with “Growth” emerging as the most referenced term, followed by Artificial Intelligence and employment. The data reflects India’s focus on technology-driven economic expansion, job creation and stable macroeconomic management.
India’s Economic Survey 2026 highlights resilient economic fundamentals, projecting GDP growth between 6.8% and 7.2% for FY27, with long-term potential near 7%. Inflation is expected to remain within the RBI’s comfort zone, supported by supply improvements and GST reforms. The electronics and mobile manufacturing sectors continue to drive exports and domestic production. The report sets the econom
India’s gold imports straining foreign reserves and the rupee. Policymakers may raise duties from 6%—cut in 2024—to curb non-essential demand and trade deficits, though past hikes failed to dent consumption as investment demand via ETFs soared.
The article examines India’s education budget, NEP 2020 implementation, and aims to boost digital access, teacher capacity, and industry integration. It highlights the goal to raise gross enrolment and reduce the learning gap to prepare a large, young workforce for future skills.
On India’s 76th Republic Day, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held bilateral talks with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, focusing on deepening cooperation and sustained high-level engagement. The discussion builds on progress under the India–Canada Roadmap 2025. Jaishankar also extended Australia Day greetings, reaffirming India’s commitment to strengthening its Comprehensive Strateg
India’s inaugural Republic Day on January 26, 1950, featured modest, decentralized celebrations in Delhi’s relief homes, rural schools, and women’s hostels, with children receiving souvenir plates and women getting sweets, fruits, and toys. Total costs were itemized at Rs 11,093, a stark contrast to later parades costing crores.
