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New Delhi: As the countdown to Union Budget 2026 begins, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) are once again hoping for long-pending reforms in India’s tax system. Although HUFs are recognised as a separate ‘person’ under the Income-tax Act, they continue to face gaps in tax relief when compared to individual taxpayers — particularly under the new…
New Delhi: Presenting the Union Budget is one of the most powerful responsibilities in the Indian government. It is the Finance Minister’s moment to outline the country’s economic direction, priorities and vision for the year ahead. Over the decades, however, very few women have had the opportunity to take on this crucial role. The first…
The Union Budget 2026 is expected to focus on infrastructure, digital and AI projects, and support for spending. It may include higher government spending, tax changes for the middle class and small businesses, incentives for manufacturing and technology, rural development, better broadband, and help for farmers, all aimed at building a strong and inclusive economy….
Last Updated:January 21, 2026, 8:09 PM IST Budget 2026 may bring middle-class relief as experts urge adding home loan interest and Section 80D health insurance deductions to the new tax regime At present, most popular deductions are available only under the old tax regime. (AI-Generated Image) As the Centre prepares to present the Union Budget…
New Delhi: Gold futures on the MCX surged over Rs 4,100 or 4 per cent on Wednesday to a fresh record high, as investors jumped to buy safe‑haven assets amid fears of a widening US‑EU trade conflict and a softer dollar. MCX gold February futures rose 4.25 per cent to Rs 1,56,970 per 10 grams….
Mumbai29 minutes ago copy link Before the Union Budget 2026 to be presented next month, stock market investors and experts have put forward a list of their demands before the government. Market experts say that to encourage retail investors, the tax exemption limit on Long Term Capital Gains (LTCG) should be increased. At present, there…
New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table the Union Budget 2026 in Parliament on February 1. The Budget shows how the Centre plans to raise revenue and spend public funds for the upcoming financial year. Before the Budget is placed in Parliament, the Finance Ministry presents the Economic Survey, which reviews the country’s economic performance and…
New Delhi: The countdown to the Union Budget 2026 will officially begin with the presentation of the Economic Survey for FY2025-26, which Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table in Parliament on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Released every year a day before the Budget, the Economic Survey offers a detailed snapshot of India’s economic health, key…
New Delhi: As the Union Budget 2026 draws closer, married taxpayers in India could soon have a reason to cheer. The Finance Ministry is considering introducing an optional joint taxation system that would allow couples to file their income tax returns together. If implemented, the move could ease the tax burden for many households, especially…
New Delhi: Good news for investors and market watchers! Even though February 1 falls on a Sunday this year, the Indian stock markets will remain open for trading on Budget Day. Both the BSE and NSE announced on January 16 that trading will take place as per normal market hours on February 1 for Budget…