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Budget 2026 Introduces SHE Marts to Boost Women Entrepreneurs

The Union Budget 2026-27 has announced the establishment of Self-Help Entrepreneur (SHE) Marts as community-owned retail outlets to strengthen women-led enterprises and deepen the self-help group ecosystem across...

February 1, 2026

Budget 2026 Cuts DoT Allocation, Boosts BSNL Capital Support

The Union Budget 2026-27 has allocated ₹73,990.94 crore to the Department of Telecommunications, reflecting a moderation in headline spending even as capital support for the state-owned telecom operator...

February 1, 2026

Budget 2026 Boosts Biogas Blending Through Excise Exemption

The Union Budget 2026-27 has proposed an excise-duty exemption on the biogas or compressed biogas (CBG) component in blended compressed natural gas, signalling a stronger policy push to...

February 1, 2026

New Tobacco Excise Duty Pushes Cigarette Prices Up to ₹55 per Pack

Cigarette prices are set to rise sharply from February 2026 following the introduction of a new excise duty and cess regime on tobacco products, marking India’s first tax...

February 1, 2026

Budget 2026 Boosts Astronomy With Telescopes and Planetarium Projects

The Union Budget 2026-27 has announced a major expansion of India’s ground-based astronomy infrastructure, with plans to establish and upgrade four key facilities across Ladakh and southern India....

February 1, 2026

Budget 2026 Unveils Bharat-VISTAAR AI Tool for Farmers

The Union Budget 2026-27 has announced the launch of Bharat-VISTAAR, a multilingual artificial intelligence-based advisory platform aimed at improving farm productivity and reducing risks for farmers. Finance Minister...

February 1, 2026

Budget 2026 Announces Second National Mental Health Institute

The Union Budget 2026-27 has announced the establishment of India’s second national mental health institute and a major expansion of trauma care services, signalling a renewed policy focus...

February 1, 2026

Adampur Airport Renamed After Guru Ravidas, PM Modi Hails Legacy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced the renaming of Adampur Airport in Punjab after Sri Sant Guru Ravidas Ji, describing the move as a tribute to the...

February 1, 2026

Karnataka Governor Reserves Hate Speech Bill for Presidential Assent

Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot has reserved the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025 for the consideration and assent of the President, citing serious constitutional,...

February 1, 2026

Budget 2026 Allocates ₹1,102 Crore for Ministers’ Salaries and VVIP Expenses

The Union Budget 2026-27 has earmarked ₹1,102 crore for expenses related to the Council of Ministers, the Cabinet Secretariat, the Prime Minister’s Office, and official hospitality and entertainment,...

February 1, 2026

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