Union Budget 2026: No big-ticket announcements, but poll-bound states part of new initiatives | India News

NEW DELHI: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman may not have opened the purse strings for poll-bound states in Union Budget 2026 but she made them a part of many ambitious development initiatives like the rare earth corridor, dedicated freight passage and the proposed high-speed rail networks.Assembly elections are scheduled in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam…

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Union Budget 2026: Health outlay raised 10%, government plans 5 regional medical hubs, boost for AHPs

PTI file photo Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, presenting the Union Budget on Sunday, announced a new scheme to support states in setting up five regional medical hubs in partnership with the private sector. These hubs will function as integrated healthcare complexes, combining medical care, education, and research, and aim to position India as a leading…

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Ajay Devgn’s funny birthday message for Jackie Shroff wins over fans; ‘Cake seedha hi kaatna’ | Hindi Movie News

Jackie Shroff celebrated his birthday with love from fans and friends. Ajay Devgn shared a playful throwback photo, wishing him humorously on Instagram. Jackie, who rose to fame with Hero after Swami Dada, continues to charm audiences. Meanwhile, Luv Ranjan is producing Ranger, starring Ajay Devgn, Sanjay Dutt, and Tamannaah Bhatia. Jackie Shroff celebrated his…

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Defence, education, railways, income tax & more: 10 big announcements in Union Budget 2026 | India News

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman NEW DELHI: Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday delivered a 1 hour 25 minute presentation of the Union Budget 2026-27, marking her record ninth consecutive budget. She made several major announcements covering income tax, defence, railways, MSMEs, healthcare, and more.The budget was hailed as “historic” by Prime Minister Narendra Modi,…

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New vs Old Tax Regime after Budget 2026: Which income tax regime should you choose for FY 2026-27? Tax rates, slabs explained

Union Budget 2026: Every year, one of the main components of the Budget presentation is the income tax, as taxpayers keenly watch for changes in the slabs, tax rates and other factors — which may ease their tax burden! However, post Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Union Budget speech, the income tax framework remains unchanged from…

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Usman Tariq hits back on social media after Cameron Green’s ‘chucking’ gesture sparks debate | Cricket News

Pakistan’s Usman Tariq (AP Photo/K.M. Chaudary) Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq found himself at the centre of attention following the second T20I against Australia in Lahore, responding pointedly on social media after an on-field moment involving Cameron Green sparked debate. The episode unfolded at the Gaddafi Stadium on Saturday during Australia’s run chase. Green, attempting an…

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‘Ramba Ho’ star Kalpana Iyer is open to work; Says she is grateful for Aditya Dhar and ‘Dhurandhar’ |

Actress Kalpana Iyer, 70, is eager to return to acting after her iconic ‘Rambo Ho’ dance went viral following its feature in ‘Dhurandhar’. She expressed gratitude to director Aditya Dhar for reviving her song and hopes the renewed attention will lead to age-appropriate roles, even brief ones. Iyer, who last appeared on screen in 1999,…

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