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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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Budget 2026-27: IDBI Bank stake sale prospects brighten as FM targets Rs 80,000 crore disinvestment

The IDBI Bank stake sale, long in the works, involves the transfer of a significant portion of the government’s shareholding, alongside the promoter stake held by Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), to a private buyer.

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India’s nominal GDP projected to grow 10% in FY 2026-27

Real GDP estimated to expand 7.4% in FY26 with services sector as primary driver.

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Can ESOP buyback payouts be taxed as capital gains? ITAT order offers hope for startup employees
The Bengaluru ITAT has asked tax authorities to reconsider the tax treatment of ESOP buyback payouts by applying the Karnataka High Court's ruling. The order could strengthen the case for taxing payouts from vested but unexercised ESOPs as capital gains instead of salary.
HDFC Bank launches ‘Max for Seniors’ and ‘Max for Her’ savings accounts; key features
HDFC Bank has introduced ‘Max for Seniors’ and ‘Max for Her’ savings accounts under its Savings Max portfolio. The accounts offer cyber protection, Auto Sweep benefits, insurance cover, health support and lifestyle privileges designed for senior citizens and women customers.
Unified Pension Scheme sees over 1.18 lakh Central government employees opt in; Centre rules out any changes
More than 1.18 lakh Central government employees and eligible retirees have opted for the Unified Pension Scheme. The Centre has told Parliament there is no proposal to review, modify or replace the pension scheme.
8th Pay Commission consultations gather pace: Tracking 8 key pensioner demands of RSCWS on pay, retirement security
8th Pay Commission: The Commission is reviewing eight pensioner demands raised by RSCWS, including higher basic pay, revised HRA, transport allowance and stronger retirement benefits. The RSCWS proposals aim to improve pensions for Indian Railway employees.
Finance Ministry moves to enable MDR on UPI — Here's what scrapping zero MDR provision means for UPI users
The Union Ministry of Finance has made moves to enable merchant discount rates on UPI and proposed scrapping the zero MDR provision. We take a look at what this decision could mean for UPI customers.
REITs vs REIT mutual funds: Structure, taxation rules, returns and suitability for investors compared
REITs and REIT mutual funds offer investors exposure to the real estate sector but differ in structure, taxation, and returns. While REITs focus on rental income from properties, REIT funds combine REIT exposure with real estate equities. 
New Fund Offer: Should you invest in an NFO when a similar mutual fund with a proven track record exists?
If a similar mutual fund with a proven track record already exists in the market, experts say investors should prefer an established scheme unless the NFO offers a genuinely differentiated strategy that complements their portfolio and investment goals.
Value funds: Only two schemes have negative alpha; Quant and DSP lead category in benchmark outperformance
Only two value funds have negative alpha, indicating they lag their benchmark indices, while Quant Value Fund and DSP Value Fund record the highest positive alpha. The contrast in alpha was also reflected in return performance, with the positive-alpha funds delivering better returns. 
Has EPFO wage ceiling been raised to ₹25,000? Here's what report says about the monthly contribution limit
Finance Ministry has approved an increase in EPF wage ceiling to ₹25,000 monthly from current ₹15,000, as per a Moneycontrol report. If approved this would expand coverage to more salaried workers.
How to report F&O income in ITR for AY 2026-27: Deadline, turnover, audit rules and key changes in tax forms
F&O trading is treated as non-speculative business income and must be reported under business income in ITR. For AY 2026-27, taxpayers need to disclose F&O turnover and income in dedicated fields in ITR forms. They also need to comply with tax audit and carry-forward rules.