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Chandigarh: In poll yr, MC budget focuses on road infra, water supply

This is the final budget of the municipal corporation (MC) House elected in 2022. (Ravi Kumar/HT)

Published on Feb 18, 2026, 8:06 AM IST

Steering India’s inland waterways and coastal shipping sector

Indian Coast in Gujarat (AFP Photo/Representative use)

Published on Feb 17, 2026, 3:38 PM IST

After India-US deal, PM hails 'political stability' for surge in investor trust

PM Modi credited the political predictability in the country, saying it restored the confidence of investors.

Updated on Feb 15, 2026, 9:30 PM IST

Opposition MPs protest with ‘trap deal’ slogans over India-US pact: Watch

Holding placards, opposition MPs described the deal as a “trap deal”.

Published on Feb 12, 2026, 12:26 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh budget: Performance, prudence pave way for long-term goals

Uttar Pradesh finance minister Suresh Khanna presenting the Uttar Pradesh Budget 2026-27 at the state assembly in Lucknow on Wednesday. (Deepak Gupta/Hindustan Times)

Published on Feb 12, 2026, 9:22 AM IST

Thaw after days of ruckus as Budget debate begins in Lok Sabha

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla conducts the proceedings in Lok Sabha during the Budget Session, in New Delhi.

Published on Feb 11, 2026, 6:46 AM IST

HistoriCity: Public finance and taxes in early Indian history

A budget (comes from the word bulge or a bag) was certainly not presented in any modern sense. (World Hole Oceanographic institution website)

Updated on Feb 7, 2026, 11:50 AM IST

CM Nitish Kumar calls Bihar budget ‘inclusive and growth-oriented’ | Top points

CM Nitish Kumar said that industries would witness promotion after the budget presentation and that it would fulfil the objectives of providing opportunities to every family, skill development for every youth, and empowerment of women.

Published on Feb 4, 2026, 2:55 AM IST

‘This is not me’: Rahul Gandhi clears the air on ex-army chief reference row

‘This is not me’: Rahul Gandhi clears the air on ex-army chief reference row

Updated on Feb 3, 2026, 4:18 AM IST

Bengaluru gets two high-speed rail corridors in Union Budget 2026. Check routes

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced plans for seven high-speed rail corridors in India, with two of them connecting Bengaluru to other major cities in the south. (Image used for representation).

Published on Feb 2, 2026, 4:35 PM IST

Billionaire banker Uday Kotak hails Budget 2026: ‘Budget for the real economy’

While noting the overall fiscal discipline, Uday Kotak highlighted the welcome increase in defence spending.

Published on Feb 2, 2026, 3:53 PM IST

Union Budget: No benefit for Karnataka, meant to benefit BJP, says Shivakumar

DK Shivakumar called for the restoration of MGNREGA, highlighted local issues, and questioned the central government's commitment to Karnataka's development.

Published on Feb 2, 2026, 3:00 PM IST

Budget 2026: 5 university townships, girls’ hostels - key announcements

Budget 2026 announcements: Five varsity townships, girls’ hostels in all districts, NIMHANS campus for North India

Updated on Feb 2, 2026, 2:24 PM IST

Reduction in TCS rates: A welcome course correction

Representational image.

Updated on Feb 2, 2026, 10:50 AM IST

Intelligence Bureau allocated 74% more funds than last year

The allocation aims to bolster infrastructure and enhance national security capabilities, with other paramilitary forces also receiving increased budgets.

Published on Feb 2, 2026, 9:35 AM IST

External aid for Bangladesh halved, no Chabahar allocation in Budget 2026-27

Chabahar funding dropped, Bangladesh allocation halved as India reshapes external aid

Updated on Feb 2, 2026, 8:59 AM IST

Finance Commission's tax devolution formula sparks mixed reactions from states

There was no change in states’ share in central taxes from the 15th FC and it will continue to be 41 per cent.

Published on Feb 2, 2026, 5:26 AM IST

Message from government: Growth leads consumption

Infrastructure spending remains the backbone of the budget. With over <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>12 lakh crore allocated for capital expenditure, the government is once again acting as the primary growth engine. (Reuters)

Updated on Feb 2, 2026, 12:19 AM IST

Budget 2026: Govt plans rare earth corridors to counter global supply chains

The mineral-rich states will receive support to promote mining, processing, research and manufacturing of rare earths.

Updated on Feb 1, 2026, 11:06 PM IST

What the Union Budget 2026-27 means for Politics

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the 'Union Budget 2026-27' in the Lok Sabha (Sansad TV)

Updated on Feb 1, 2026, 10:08 PM IST

What does Budget 2026-27 have for the common man? Several measures explained

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman shows the digital tablet, enclosed in a traditional red 'bahi-khata' style pouch, at Parliament premises before the presentation of the Union Budget 2026-27

Updated on Feb 2, 2026, 5:20 AM IST

TMC vs BJP over Union Budget allocation to Bengal ahead of assembly polls

The Centre's announcement of major infrastructure projects in West Bengal is being criticized by the ruling TMC as a ploy for votes rather than genuine support for the state's development. (File photo)

Published on Feb 1, 2026, 5:04 PM IST

Sitharaman announces India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 under Union Budget: Details

The India Semiconductor Mission aims to build a strong semiconductor and display ecosystem.

Published on Feb 1, 2026, 4:49 PM IST

India budget 'tactical', not 'breakthrough', Moody's Ratings says

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman shows the digital tablet, enclosed in a traditional red 'bahi-khata' style pouch, at the Parliament premises before presenting of the �Union Budget 2026-27�, in New Delhi, Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.

Updated on Feb 1, 2026, 4:06 PM IST

Budget to bolster India's global image as investment destination: Shah

With a focus on empowering youth, women, and farmers, this budget aims to realize a developed India by 2047.

Published on Feb 1, 2026, 2:46 PM IST

Budget 2026 proposes ₹10,000 crore push to strengthen India’s biopharma sector

The initiative aims to foster domestic drug innovation, establish a robust biopharma ecosystem, and position India as a global manufacturing hub for biologics and biosimilars.

Updated on Feb 1, 2026, 12:50 PM IST

'India's economic trajectory marked by stability': Nirmala Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the 'Union Budget 2026-27' in the Lok Sabha, in New Delhi.

Published on Feb 1, 2026, 12:38 PM IST

New IT law, reforms, exemptions: List of changes in the tax laws in Budget 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the 'Union Budget 2026-27' in the Lok Sabha, in New Delhi, Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. (Sansad TV via PTI Photo)

Updated on Feb 1, 2026, 12:24 PM IST

Sitharaman raises tax on Futures and Options trading; What does it mean?

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman shows the digital tablet, enclosed in a traditional red 'bahi-khata' style pouch, at Parliament

Updated on Feb 1, 2026, 9:14 PM IST

Big announcement for women entrepreneurs in Budget 2026: 'She Marts' & more

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman shows the digital tablet, enclosed in a traditional red 'bahi-khata' style pouch, at the Parliament premises.

Updated on Feb 1, 2026, 12:47 PM IST

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