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A viral X post by an Indian trader recounting how a lost wallet in a Dubai cab was returned within an hour has sparked widespread discussion online, drawing praise for the city’s honesty.
Explore the key education initiatives in India's Union Budget 2026-27, including a new 'Education to Employment' committee, university townships, girls' hostels in every district, a National Institute of Design in East India, and upgraded telescope facilities to boost skills, jobs and research.
Union Budget 2026: Edelweiss’ Rashesh Shah flags bond market stability and growth revival as key to market momentum
The new law aims to replace the long-standing Income Tax Act, 1961, with clearer language, simpler rules, and easier compliance
Under current understanding, capital gains on SGBs held until maturity are exempt from tax, a feature that made the government-backed gold instrument attractive for long-term investors. The proposed amendment narrows that exemption strictly to original subscribers
Faster than a race car and lethal mid-air, this remarkable bird dominates the skies with unmatched speed and precision, raising fresh wonder about how nature created such a hunter.
The Epstein issue remains a political challenge for Trump as he also faces declining approval ratings on matters such as the economy and immigration.
Pakistan’s security forces killed 145 militants over 40 hours in coordinated Balochistan attacks, one of the deadliest flare-ups in years, as authorities confront separatist violence targeting civilians, security forces, and infrastructure.
The thrust signals a clear policy tilt towards employment, skilling and enterprise opportunities for young Indians, particularly in services, technology and creative industries.
The Finance Minister announced launch of Bharat-VISTAAR, a multilingual AI tool that shall integrate the AgriStack portals and the ICAR package on agricultural practices with AI systems.
Sitharaman said Bharat-VISTAAR will integrate AgriStack portals and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) package of agricultural practices with advanced AI systems to deliver customised, real-time advisory support to farmers.
Kartik Aaryan has wrapped the Mumbai shoot of the fantasy comedy Naagzilla and will now film the final three-week schedule in Delhi, bringing the project closer to completion. The film, directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and backed by Dharma Productions and Mahaveer Jain Films, features Aaryan as a shape-shifting serpent and aims for an August 14, 2026 release.
According to Prime Database, only one company has announced a buyback so far in 2026, amounting to Rs 34 crore. This compares with buybacks worth Rs 19,716 crore announced by 14 companies in 2025 and Rs 13,539 crore by 48 companies in 2024.
The benchmark Sensex fell 2% on Budget day, closing at 80,722.94
The top-up forms part of the government’s three-pronged MSME support framework announced in the Budget, alongside liquidity measures through the TReDS platform and the creation of a new SME Growth Fund to back enterprises based on defined criteria.
With the 68th Grammy Awards set for February 1, 2026, excitement is building as fans speculate on this year’s biggest winners. From Bad Bunny and Kendrick Lamar to Lady Gaga and Olivia Dean, the race across major categories is shaping up to be fiercely competitive and unpredictable.
Upasana Konidela (née Kamineni) is a prominent Indian entrepreneur, philanthropist and heiress to the massive Apollo Hospitals business empire valued at around Rs 77,000 crore — founded by her grandfather Dr. Prathap C. Reddy.
Around 42.48 crore Ayushman Cards have been created till December 1 under the healthcare programme, which was launched in 2018
Bank Nifty often reacts negatively or with muted gains on Budget Day
Resident individuals and HUFs can now deduct tax using a simple PAN-based form, which is similar to regular domestic property sales, says analyst.
The budget showcased an economy which has fiscal discipline and is likely to become the 3rd largest economy in the world within the next couple of years, said OmiScience's Vikas Gupta.
Exemptions, deductions and rebates may sound similar, but they work at different stages of tax calculation and directly influence how much tax a taxpayer finally pays
Government's push to monetise PSU land via REITs could accelerate the next phase of India’s real estate investment market
FM’s ninth budget is a mix of pragmatism and making the Indian economy future-ready. While higher borrowings and raised STT on futures and options spooked the markets, the Budget’s focus on sectors such as AI, Semi Conductors and creating SME champions is a leap from the PLI focussed policy making
BSNL is close to finalising specifications for an additional 22,000 4G sites and is weighing further next-generation expansion plans supported by fresh funding.
