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Budget Series Live: What Budget 2026 means for BFSI and Finance Leaders

As markets and institutions parse the fine print of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s ninth consecutive Budget, ETBFSI and ETCFO go live with the fourth and final episode of their Budget Series to decode what Budget 2026 means for banks, NBFCs,…

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Union Budget 2026: Sitharaman proposes overhaul of accountant definition under safe harbour rules to boost Indian firms globally

Sitharaman said that the government will set up a Joint Committee of Ministry of Corporate Affairs and Central Board of Direct Taxes for incorporating the requirements of Income Computation and Disclosure Standards (ICDS) in the Indian Accounting Standards (IndAS) itself.

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AI must benefit people and create jobs; startups central to India’s AI push, says FM Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasizes AI for people and jobs in India. The government supports startups and practical AI solutions. India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 is launched to boost semiconductor manufacturing and design. Incentives for electronics components manufacturing are also increased.…

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Budget 2026 sets Rs 12.2 lakh crore capex, Rs 11.7 lakh crore borrowing, Rs 44.04 lakh crore tax target

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled the FY 2026-27 Union Budget, prioritizing growth with a significant Rs 12.2 lakh crore capital expenditure. The budget aims for fiscal consolidation, targeting a 4.3% fiscal deficit and a Rs 11.7 lakh crore borrowing program…

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Union Budget sets Rs 80,000 crore target for divestment and asset monetisation in FY 2026-27

Centre aims to boost non-tax revenues through PSU stake sales and infrastructure asset monetisation

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Top indirect tax changes in Budget 2026: Full list of key customs announcements

The Union Budget 2026 introduces essential reforms in Customs and Central Excise that simplify tariffs and enhance support for domestic manufacturing. With a strong emphasis on export competitiveness, initiatives will strengthen the marine, leather, and textile sectors. Additionally, there will…

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Gold, silver prices today, 11 September: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
Gold and silver prices today, 11 September: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.
Want regular income after retirement? How annuity plans work and what you should know about them
Retirement planning involves ensuring a sustainable income post-retirement, not just building a sizable fund. Here's how an annuity plan work and whether you should invest in one.
Japanese money moving home could impact global risk assets: ICICI Pru AMC's Manish Banthia
For Indian bond investors, it is more appropriate to be in short-to-medium duration at this point. Bonds are an attractive investment today.
Central government employees: 5 key updates to track in September on LTC, study leave and other benefits
Central government employees have five key updates to track in September 2026, covering LTC air travel, study leave rules, scholarships, iGOT Karmayogi RTI courses and the Delhi office holiday. 
Partnership firm declared rental income, but landowners were taxed again; ITAT Bangalore rules against double taxation
The ITAT Bangalore ruled that rental income from a commercial property under a joint development agreement cannot be taxed again in the hands of individual landowners, as it was already disclosed and assessed in the partnership firm. Details of the case here.
AMFI August 2026 data: Balanced hybrid funds beat aggressive category in inflows despite lower returns—know why
AMFI’s August 2026 data shows balanced hybrid funds attracting ₹1,836 crore, higher than the ₹1,323 crore for aggressive hybrid funds. But aggressive hybrid funds delivered better returns over the last one year. So, what explains the higher inflows into balanced hybrid funds?
Planning a trip? Here’s how your unused credit card reward points could help pay for flights and hotels
Unused credit card points could help reduce the cost of flights and hotel stays. But the value you get redeem them, the conversion rate, award availability, and the taxes or fees attached to the booking. 
When good debt becomes bad debt: Warning signs, costly debt errors and practical ways to regain control of your finances
Debt can facilitate education, home ownership, or business growth, but not all borrowing is safe. Good debt may improve earning potential while bad debt incurs high costs without lasting benefits. 
Auto and transportation mutual funds: SBI tops with 26% 1-year return, while the benchmark index gains just 2%
Auto and transportation funds delivered sharply different 1-year returns, with the top-performing scheme gaining over 26%, while some returned less than 5%. Here’s how the funds in the category performed and which schemes led or lagged.
SEBI launches Demat 2.0: Key FAQs on the pilot project for tokenised corporate bonds answered
SEBI’s Demat 2.0 pilot will test tokenised corporate bonds using DLT, with the same investor rights as conventional bonds. Here’s how issuance, settlement and CBDC payments will work, why the pilot matters, and when retail investors could participate.