03-Feb-2026
The Union Budget 2026–27 has proposed a complete exemption from Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on 17 cancer-related drugs and medicines, providing immediate financial relief to patients suffering from cancer and rare diseases and signalling a policy shift towards healthcare affordability.
03-Feb-2026
The Finance Minister has proposed a sharp increase—by up to 150%—in the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on both futures and options (F&O) trading. This move is aimed at curbing excessive speculation, improving market stability, and boosting government revenues from capital market activity.
03-Feb-2026
The Union Finance Minister has proposed the launch of Bharat-VISTAAR, a new digital tool for the agriculture sector, aimed at transforming farm advisory services through artificial intelligence (AI) and integrated data systems.
02-Feb-2026
The Indian Army and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) recently conducted a joint exercise named Agni Pariksha in Arunachal Pradesh to enhance inter-force combat coordination, operational integration, and preparedness in high-altitude and border-area scenarios.
02-Feb-2026
In a significant decision, the Supreme Court clarified that stem cell therapy for the treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) cannot be offered as a routine medical service. According to the Court, it should be limited to duly approved and monitored clinical trials or research settings.
02-Feb-2026
The Union Budget 2026 has reduced central allocations for urban development by 11.6%, triggering debate over the government’s commitment to India’s cities at a time of rapid urbanisation, infrastructure stress, and climate vulnerability.
02-Feb-2026
As the Finance Minister prepares to present her ninth consecutive Union Budget, India’s fiscal framework is set for a structural shift. From FY 2026–27, the Centre will transition its fiscal consolidation anchor from the annual fiscal deficit to the debt-to-GDP ratio, aligning India’s fiscal strategy with global best practices.
02-Feb-2026
Recently, 22 States and Union Territories that responded to the Ministry of Education’s call for feedback on the PM-POSHAN scheme have urged the Centre to increase the honorarium for cooks and helpers, highlighting concerns over low remuneration and workforce sustainability in one of India’s largest school nutrition programmes.
02-Feb-2026
Recently, Bengaluru-based defence equipment manufacturer Alpha Design Technologies Limited (ADTL) has successfully completed a major modernisation (upgrade) program of the Indian Air Force’s Pechora Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) system.
31-Jan-2026
Assam Petrochemicals Limited (APL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) to establish a 150-tonne-per-day (TPD) e-methanol plant at Kandla Port in Gujarat, marking a significant step towards India's transition to clean energy and green transformation.
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