Budget 2026: PFC, REC rise up to 6% after FM Sitharaman announces restructuring
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:17PM IST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced plans to restructure state-run nonbank lenders Power Finance Corp. and REC to strengthen public sector financial institutions. A high-level committee will also be formed to review the sector for future growth. These initiatives are part of the Viksit Bharat initiative and were revealed during the Union Budget 2026 speech.
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Union Budget 2026: Five university townships, girls hostels in every district announced
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:14PM IST
Union Budget 2026: The India Budget prioritizes education and social infrastructure. Five university townships will be established near industrial hubs to foster industry-education links. Every district will get a girls' hostel, enhancing women's education and safety. Additionally, 15,000 secondary schools will receive content labs to boost creative and digital skills.
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What are the three kartavyas guiding FM Sitharaman's Budget 2026 vision?
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:14PM IST
Union Budget 2026: Presenting the Union Budget, FM Nirmala Sitharaman outlined three kartavyas to boost economic growth, and ensure inclusive access to opportunities
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Budget 2026-27: FM announces seven new bullet train corridors
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:13PM IST
Budget 2026: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced seven new high-speed rail corridors in the budget 2026-27, including routes connecting major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai, Delhi, and Varanasi. The government also plans to establish the East West Dedicated Freight Corridor, building on existing projects and aiming for greater indigenisation in future bullet train development.
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Stock Market LIVE: Sensex, Nifty fall as FM raises STT on futures in Budget 2026
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:13PM IST
Budget 2026 | Stock Market LIVE Updates on February 1, 2026: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman pegs Fiscal Deficit at 4.3% of GDP in FY27, down from 4.4% in FY26
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INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:10PM IST
The investment limit for PIO will be increased from 5% to 10%.
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INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:09PM IST
Indian healthcare stocks surged following the Union Budget 2026 announcement of measures to boost medical tourism. The government plans to establish five regional medical hubs and train 1.5 lakh caregivers to attract international patients and strengthen domestic capacity. Additionally, a "Biopharma Shakti" initiative with a Rs 10,000 crore outlay will promote domestic production of biologics and biosimilars.
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INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:07PM IST
The government plans to boost tourism with new initiatives. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced plans for seaplane manufacturing and developing key sites. These efforts aim to enhance India's global appeal and attract more visitors. The focus is on destination development and improved connectivity. Swadesh Darshan 2.0 continues to support sustainable tourism circuits.
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INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:06PM IST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman underlined this would help achieve scale and improve efficiencies
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Kerala for All conclave: Kerala is a fort against religious polarisation, says N. Ram
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:05PM IST
In his keynote address during the inauguration of Kerala for All conclave, N. Ram says inclusive and accessible tourism should be treated as a right of all tourists and not something that is given as charity or as a special privilege
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Budget 2026: Rare earth corridors proposed as India navigates Chinas sectoral dominance
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:05PM IST
Indias rare earth imports have been increasing over time, with over 45% of these minerals coming from China in the latest year
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Budget 2026: Govt to create network of over 1,000 accredited clinical trial sites, says FM
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:05PM IST
Union Budget 2026: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced plans to establish over 1,000 accredited Indian clinical trial sites, expanding beyond major cities. The government will also launch a credit-linked subsidy program for livestock farmer producer organizations to boost employment. Additionally, the Budget introduced Bharat Vistar, an AI tool for agri stack integration, and 'She Marts' for community-owned retail.
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Budget 2026 bonus for Tamil Nadu
INDIA NEWS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:05PM IST
Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 202627 in the Lok Sabha on Sunday, marking her ninth consecutive Budget. Beyond fiscal numbers, the Budget carried several announcements with clear regional significance, including key proposals for poll-bound Tamil Nadu.Rare Earth Minerals Corridor for Tamil Nadu and Three Other StatesOne of the major announcements was the establishment of dedicated rare earth mineral corridors across Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala. The corridors aim to strengthen Indias capabilities in mining, processing, research and manufacturing of rare earth elements.Presenting the Budget, Sitharaman said the initiative would help build an integrated ecosystem, reduce import dependence and position India as a global player in critical minerals. High-Speed Rail Connectivity Gets a PushThe finance minister also proposed the development of seven high-speed rail corridors between major cities to improve mobility and economic integration. Among them is the HyderabadChennai corridor, a project expected to significantly boost connectivity between Telangana and Tamil Nadu.Other proposed corridors include MumbaiPune, PuneHyderabad, DelhiVaranasi and VaranasiSiliguri. Sitharaman said these corridors would support urban growth, reduce travel time and spur regional development.Coconut Promotion Scheme AnnouncedIn another major announcement, Sitharaman proposed a coconut promotion scheme aimed at increasing production and improving productivity in major coconut-growing states, including Tamil Nadu.To further enhance competitiveness in coconut production, I propose a coconut promotion scheme to increase production and enhance productivity through various interventions, including replacing non-productive trees with new saplings of improved varieties, the finance minister said.She also announced dedicated programmes for cashew and cocoa, with the goal of making India self-reliant in raw cashew and coconut production and processing. The initiatives aim to enhance export competitiveness and transform Indian cashew and cocoa into premium global brands by 2030.Budget Day and the Saree That Drew AttentionAs with previous years, Sitharamans Budget Day attire also drew attention. This year, she chose a magenta Kanjeevaram saree from Tamil Nadu, paired with a yellow blouse and a woollen shawl, a subtle nod to the state on a politically significant day.Last year, the finance minister had worn an off-white saree featuring Madhubani fish embroidery, gifted by Padma Shri awardee Dulari Devi of Bihar, highlighting the states folk art tradition.Over successive Budgets, Sitharamans saree choices have become a quiet tradition, bringing national focus to Indian handlooms and regional textiles, while keeping the spotlight firmly on the Budget and its policy priorities.Inputs from agencies
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Union Budget 2026: Mahatma Gandhi Gram Swaraj Initiative announced to boost Khadi production
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:04PM IST
The initiative will streamline the production and manufacturing of khadi clothes
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Budget 2026: What to read after FM Sitharaman's address and why it matters
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:03PM IST
This year's Union Budget speech is expected to focus on continuity and long-term goals rather than major surprises
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Budget impact: Gokaldas, Kitex, Trident, Arvind soar up to 8%; here's why
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:02PM IST
Textile-related stocks rally: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Budget 2026 proposed to set-up mega textile parks to focus on value addition in technical textiles.
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Stock Market LIVE: Sensex, Nifty fall as FM presents Budget 2026; FY27 fiscal deficit seen at 4.3%
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:01PM IST
Budget 2026 | Stock Market LIVE Updates on February 1, 2026: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman pegs Fiscal Deficit at 4.3% of GDP in FY27, down from 4.4% in FY26
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Union Budget 2026: Rare earth corridors proposed as India navigates Chinas sectoral dominance
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 12:00PM IST
Indias rare earth imports have been increasing over time, with over xx% of these minerals coming from China in the latest year
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Budget 2026 proposes seven high-speed rail corridors linking growth cities
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:59AM IST
Budget 2026 outlines seven high-speed rail corridors linking cities such as Mumbai-Pune and Delhi-Varanasi, aiming to cut travel time, reduce carbon emissions and support balanced regional development
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INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:57AM IST
India Budget 2026: India's drug regulatory authority, CDSCO, will be strengthened to meet global standards and speed up approvals. A new initiative, Biopharma Shakti, with a Rs 10,000 crore outlay over five years, will boost domestic production of biologics and biosimilars. This strategy includes establishing 1,000 accredited clinical trial sites and upgrading NIPERs.
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Union Budget 2026: Sitharaman proposes one girls hostel per district
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:57AM IST
Union Budget 2026: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a significant initiative in the Union Budget 2026-27. The government will build one girls' hostel in every district across India. This move aims to enhance educational opportunities and provide secure living spaces for students. It will particularly benefit girls from rural and semi-urban areas.
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INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:56AM IST
Semiconductor Stocks: Electronics manufacturing services stocks rallied after the government raised the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme outlay to Rs 40,000 crore in Budget 2026. Dixon Technologies, Kaynes Technology, PG Electroplast and peers gained as investors priced in higher domestic demand, stronger incentives and long term semiconductor manufacturing growth.
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Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman proposes 10,000 cr SME fund, mega textile parks
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:56AM IST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday proposed to set up a Rs 10,000 crore fund to create champion small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to boost the economy.
Presenting Union Budget 2026-27, she also proposed a scheme for container manufacturing to create globally competitive ecosystem.
Also, mega textile parks with focus on value addition to technical textiles would be set up.
The budget also proposed setting up mega textile parks with focus on value addition to technical textiles and an integrated textile programme with five sub-parts, she stated.
The finance minister said India has the potential to emerge as a global hub for high-quality affordable sports goods.
She also proposed Mahatma Gandhi Gram Swaraj initiative to strengthen Khadi handloom.
Besides, there would be a scheme to revive 200 legacy industrial clusters.
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INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:55AM IST
Budget 2026: The move comes as India looks to reduce its dependence on China for rare-earth minerals. Two of the four states, Tamil Nadu and Kerala, are set to go to Assembly elections in 2026
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INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:52AM IST
Indian infrastructure stocks rose after the Union Budget 2026 boosted FY27 capital expenditure to 12.2 lakh crore, supporting growth in roads, railways, ports, power, and urban projects. L&T, Adani Ports, IRB Infrastructure and KEC International gained as higher public spending reinforced long-term order book visibility and sector optimism.
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Budget 2026: Rare-earth hubs to be set up in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra, TN
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:51AM IST
FM Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026 has proposed supporting Odisha, Kerala, Andhra and Tamil Nadu for dedicated rare-earth corridors for mining, research, and production of rare-earth magnets
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Silver plummets 33% in 2 days, down Rs 1.35 lakh; gold tanks 18%. Time to buy or wait?
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:50AM IST
Gold and silver prices saw a dramatic fall after reaching record highs. Silver plunged significantly, wiping out substantial value in just two days. Gold also mirrored this weakness. This sharp decline followed a US President's announcement regarding the Federal Reserve Chair. Experts advise investors against panic, suggesting a long-term perspective and staggered buying during corrections.
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Budget 2026: Nirmala Sitharaman announces rare earth corridors in 4 States, including T.N., Kerala
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:50AM IST
The move comes as India looks to reduce its dependence on China for rare-earth minerals. Two of the four states, Tamil Nadu and Kerala, are set to go to Assembly elections in 2026
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Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman unveils Semiconductor Mission 2.0; CG Power, Tata Elxsi jump up to 5%
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:49AM IST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled India Semiconductor Mission 2.0. This initiative aims to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing and encourage industry-led research. The mission seeks to build a robust semiconductor and display ecosystem. India is positioned as a global hub for electronics manufacturing and design. This move is part of a multi-year strategy for a sustained policy push.
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Budget 2026: Capex target will be raised to 12.2 trn for FY27, says FM
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:49AM IST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday said the target for capex will be raised to Rs 12.2 lakh crore for FY27 from Rs 11.2 lakh crore earmarked for the current fiscal year and announced a slew of measures to boost infrastructure in the country.
Presenting the Union Budget for 2026-27 in the Lok Sabha, she said the government will continue to develop infrastructure in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
The government also proposes to set up risk guarantee fund for infrastructure sector, she added.
A scheme for enhancement for construction and infrastructure equipment will be introduced to strengthen domestic manufacturing, Sitharaman said.
The government also proposes to support professional institutions like ICAI, ICSI to design short-term modular courses, she added.
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Union Budget 2026 bets 10,000 crore on domestic container manufacturing
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:47AM IST
Union Budget 2026 outlines a 10,000 crore scheme to build a globally competitive container manufacturing industry in India, while also supporting domestic production of construction and infrastructur
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Budget 2026: Govt to roll out Semiconductor Mission 2.0 with 40,000 cr
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:46AM IST
Union Budget 2026: The government will launch India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 with an outlay of 40,000 crore to support chip equipment manufacturing, R&D and training
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Budget impact: Container Corporation jumps 4% on proposed 10,000 cr outlay
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:46AM IST
Budget 2026 impact: Container Corporation rose over 4 per cent after the FM proposed 10,000 crore outlay for container manufacturing in the Union Budget.
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Budget 2026: FM bets on seven high-speed rail corridors to drive growth
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:46AM IST
Union Budget 2026: During her recent presentation, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted six crucial avenues aimed at invigorating the economy. A particularly exciting proposal includes the launch of seven high-speed rail links, intended to enhance connectivity between major metropolitan areas. The budget is set to strengthen manufacturing sectors, breathe new life into aging industries, and bolster support for MSMEs.
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Union Budget 2026 announces seven high-speed rail corridors
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:45AM IST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said it would develop environmentally sustainable passenger system
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INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:44AM IST
A coastal cargo scheme was also announced in order to increase the share of coastal shipping and inland waterways
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INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:44AM IST
The government has chosen the path of reforms over rhetoric, FM Sitharaman said in the Lok Sabha
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Stock Market LIVE: Sensex, Nifty erase gains; Budget 2026 raises investment limit for PROIs
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:43AM IST
Budget 2026 | Stock Market LIVE Updates on February 1, 2026: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman says residents living outside India can invest in Indian equities, raises limit from 10% to 24%
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Union Budget 2026: Sitharaman proposes 10,000 crore investment in biopharma over next 5 years
INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:42AM IST
Budget 2026: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also proposed interventions in six areas, including manufacturing, strategic and frontier sectors, healthcare and advanced technology
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Budget 2026: GMDC shares rally 5% as FM Sitharaman announces rare earth corridor
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:40AM IST
GMDC and NMDC shares rose after the Budget 2026 announced a dedicated rare earths corridor aimed at building a complete critical minerals supply chain. With states like Tamil Nadu, Odisha and Kerala set to become key hubs, the move boosts long-term prospects for Indias rare earth and mining companies.
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Budget 2026: Biopharma Shakti plan aims to make India a biologics hub
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:39AM IST
Union Budget 2026: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveils Biopharma Shakti, a 10,000 crore, five-year plan to boost domestic biologics, biosimilars, clinical trials and regulatory capacity
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INDIA BUSINESS | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:39AM IST
Day Two brings policymakers, administrators, practitioners and industry leaders together to outline pathways to embed inclusive thinking into the future of Keralas tourism landscape
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Why Budget 2026 GDP and inflation numbers may change within weeks
INDIA MARKET | Sun, 1 Feb 2026, 11:37AM IST
Key GDP and inflation metrics will be revised in February as MoSPI updates base years, meaning several assumptions underpinning Budget 2026 will be recalculated soon after the speech
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