Union Budget 2025 26 News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Gig workers asked to register on e-Shram portal to avail Budget announcement benefits
New Delhi, March 9: The Ministry of Labour and Employment has urged platform workers to register on the e-Shram portal so that they can access the announcements made in the Budget.
Criticising Union Budget 'unnecessarily' is unfair: Kumaraswamy
Mysuru, Feb 24: Reacting strongly to the criticism against the Union Budget 2025-26, presented recently, Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy stated that criticising the Union Budget is unfair.
One-year road map for development: Mansukh Mandaviya on Union Budget 2025-26
Jaipur, February 23: Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya addressed a press conference at the BJP headquarters in Jaipur and presented his views on the Union Budget 2025-26. Speaking to the reporters, Mandaviya stated that the budget which were presented before was a medium to make announcements; however, since 2014, it has become a roadmap of development. He added that former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi spoke about the 21st century but did not have any action plan, due to which his dream remained a dream, whereas he said that PM Modi has created an action plan for developing India until 2047.
High-frequency indicators show pick-up in economic momentum during H2-2024-25: RBI bulletin
New Delhi, February 19: High-frequency indicators point towards a sequential pick-up in the momentum of economic activity during the second half of 2024-25, which is likely to sustain moving forward, RBI said on Wednesday in its monthly bulletin.
Bhupender Yadav slams INDIA bloc; confident of NDA's victory in Bihar elections
Patna, Feb 17: Union Minister Bhupender Yadav took a sharp dig at the opposition INDIA bloc, stating that it has "gone into a block hole". Addressing the media in Patna, Yadav expressed confidence that the NDA will form the next government in Bihar with a massive majority.
If we borrow, we borrow to build, says FM Sitharaman
Mumbai, Feb 17: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government's "big shift in Budget-making" is ensuring a responsible approach to handling taxpayers' money which is reflected in borrowings directed toward capital asset building.
PM Modi lauds FM Sitharaman's parliament address, says it gave very clear vision of Indian economy
New Delhi, February 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's address in Parliament, stating that it provides a clear picture of the Indian economy and the reform trajectory the government is undertaking.
J-K: Foundation for making developed India has been laid in this budget, says Kiren Rijiju
Srinagar, February 15: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday said that the 2025-26 Union Budget has laid the foundation for making India a developed nation by 2047.
PM Modi to announce over Rs 2,000 crore development projects in Bhagalpur: Bihar Minister
Patna, Feb 14: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bihar's Bhagalpur, the state's Urban Development Minister, Nitin Nabin, has claimed that the Prime Minister will unveil development projects worth more than Rs 2,000 crore for the region.
Modi govt's policies uplifted economic standards, strengthened public trust: Sonowal
Agartala, Feb 12: Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, on Wednesday, said that the policies and programs implemented under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi have significantly improved the socio-economic conditions of the people, further strengthening their trust in the government.
Government to use about 99 pc of borrowed resources to finance effective capital expenditure: Sitharaman in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, February 11: Noting that capital budget outlays have not come down, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said that the government is using almost the entire borrowed resources for financing effective capital expenditure.
Amit Shah praises PM Modi for Rs 17,155 cr railway allocation in Gujarat, calls it a golden period of development
New Delhi, February 6: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for allocating Rs 17,155 crore for railways in Gujarat in the 2025 Union Budget, a minitry release said on Wednesday.
Five-year Cotton Mission to increase cotton productivity included in Union Budget
New Delhi, February 4: The Union Budget has unveiled a five-year Cotton Mission aimed to increase cotton productivity, particularly among extra-long staple varieties, leveraging Science and Technology support for farmers, ensuring that the cotton-growing community benefits from modern techniques to boost yield.
Vote BJP to power, I will personally serve Delhiites: PM Modi
New Delhi, Feb 2: Calling himself a public 'sevak', Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday guaranteed Delhiites that he will toil very hard to address the problems of people from slum dwellers and the middle class after a BJP government is formed in the city.
Government boosts tribal welfare budget by 231.83 pc, up from Rs4,497.96 cr in 2014-15
New Delhi, February 2: Spread across remote and often inaccessible regions of India, tribal communities have long been the focal point of the NDA government's development agenda.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan lauds historic Budget 2025-26
New Delhi, February 1: Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan has praised the Union Budget 2025-26, describing it as a historic and inclusive budget that prioritises the welfare, well-being, and empowerment of all citizens, while aligning with India's vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047, his office said in an official statement.
This Budget propels us toward our vision of Viksit Bharat 2047: Ram Mohan Naidu
New Delhi, February 1: Union Minister for Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu welcomed the announcements made in the Union Budget, saying that this Budget propels us toward our vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
Uttarakhand will get direct and indirect benefits from many schemes: CM Dhami lauds Union Budget
Dehradun, February 1: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami congratulated Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for presentating balanced budget , saying that Uttarakhand will get direct and indirect benefits from many schemes.
Balanced, transparent trade environment vital to deepening US-India economic ties: USIBC
New Delhi/Washington, Feb 1: A balanced and transparent trade environment is vital to deepening US-India economic ties and in line with President Donald Trump's emphasis on fair and reciprocal trade, India can consider bolder steps to address structural bottlenecks and foster a more predictable policy environment that instills investor confidence and promotes long-term strategic partnerships, the US-India Business Council (USIBC) said on Saturday.
Budget 2025 paves way for India's transformation into global economic powerhouse: Rajasthan CM
Jaipur, Feb 1: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said on Saturday that the Union Budget 2025-26 would pave the way for India's transformation into a global economic powerhouse.
Budget 2025-26 paves way for agriculture, MSMEs to accelerate inclusive growth
New Delhi, Feb 1: The Union Budget 2025-2026, presented on Saturday by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman under Modi 3.0, reflects a continuation of the government’s efforts to accelerate growth with inclusive development, invigorate private sector investments, and enhance spending power of India’s rising middle class to give a fillip to aggregate demand in the economy.
200 new Vande Bharat trains, 100 Amrit Bharat trains in next 2-3 years: Ashwini Vaishnaw
New Delhi, Feb 1: Calling the Union Budget 2025-26 "amazing", Union Railways and Electronics and IT Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday said that with the big allocation to it, Indian Railways is all set to expand faster, safer and comfortable rail travel across the country.
Punjab's demand of special industrial package ignored: Finance Minister Cheema
Chandigarh, Feb 1: Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Saturday criticised the Union Budget 2025-26, terming it as "disappointing" as the state government had demanded a special industrial package for five border districts to promote employment and development.
Union Budget 'inequitable' as it focuses on Bihar: Himachal CM
Shimla, Feb 1: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Saturday expressed disappointment over the Union Budget 2025-26, labelling it "inequitable" as the major part of it is focusing on Bihar.
Union Budget concentrated on poll-bound states: Sukhbir Badal
Chandigarh, Feb 1: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Sukhbir Singh Badal on Saturday said it was unfortunate that the Union Budget 2025-26 did not go in for inclusive development of the nation and concentrated on poll-bound states even as he asserted the agricultural economy had been put in peril by ignoring all the demands of farmers including providing a legal guarantee on MSP.
Budget 2025-26 to build healthier, more resilient India: JP Nadda
New Delhi, Feb 1: The Union Budget 2025-26 is balanced, and inclusive and will build a healthier and more resilient India, said Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda on Saturday.
Bengal industrialists hail Union Budget proposals for 2025-26
Kolkata, Feb 1: The Union Budget proposals for the financial year 2025-26 might not have satisfied the ruling Trinamool Congress in West Bengal but they have received accolades from the state's industry and business fraternity.
Budget lays a strong foundation for socio-economic transformation of NE region: ICC
Guwahati, Feb 1: Hailing the Union Budget 2025-26, the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Assam and Meghalaya Committee on Saturday said that it laid a strong foundation for the socio-economic transformation of Assam and the larger northeast region.
Barring MoS Suresh Gopi, Kerala MPs slam Budget 2025-26
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 1: Barring the lone BJP MP and Union Minister Suresh Gopi, all the other Members of Parliament from Kerala flayed the second budget of the third Narendra Modi government, presented by Union Minister of Finance Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday.
Mixed reactions in Himachal over budget: Govt employees welcome tax relief, state government, apple growers express discontent
Shimla, February 1: The Union Budget for the financial year 2025-26, presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has sparked mixed reactions across Himachal Pradesh. While government employees are pleased with the tax relief provisions, apple growers and the state government have expressed deep dissatisfaction, labelling it as an election-oriented budget.
Union Budget: Thankful to PM Modi and FM Sitharaman for supporting Indian Railways, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
New Delhi, February 1: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for their support towards the growth of Indian Railways, and said that about 100 new Amrit Bharat trains will be manufactured as part of this budgetary exercise.
More medical seats to boost doctor-patient ratio; Mission Shakti's allocation commendable: Experts
New Delhi, Feb 1: The government’s announcement, in the Union Budget 2025-26, to add 10,000 seats next year and 75,000 seats in the next five years heralds a significant boost to India’s healthcare sector and will boost the doctor-patient ratio in the country, said public health experts on Saturday.
Budget proposals will re-energize economy, nudge private sector to advance investment plans: FICCI
New Delhi, February 1: The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has welcomed the Union Budget 2025-26, stating that it effectively addresses immediate economic challenges while keeping a firm focus on the long-term vision of 'Viksit Bharat'.
Gives a new consciousness in fulfilling resolve of developed India: Gujarat CM applauds Union Budget
New Delhi, February 1: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Saturday praised the Union Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying it instilled a "new consciousness" in fulfilling the vision of a "Developed India 2047."
Pro-people, progressive Budget: Chandrababu Naidu
Amaravati, Feb 1: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday hailed Union Budget 2025-26, terming it "pro-people" and "progressive".
MoS Bandi Sanjay dubs Union Budget as celebration for every Indian family
Hyderabad, Feb 1: Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar termed Union Budget 2025-26 as celebration for every Indian family.
Karnataka BJP hails Union Budget, says it brought joy to people
Bengaluru, Feb 1: Hailing the Union Budget 2025-26, presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the Karnataka BJP on Saturday said that it brought joy to the countrymen.
Over Rs 6.81 lakh crore allocated in Union Budget 2025-26 for MoD, an increase of 9.53% from current Financial Year
New Delhi, February 1: In pursuance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government's vision of 'Viksit Bharat @2047' with technologically advanced and 'Aatmanirbhar' Armed Forces, the Union Budget of India has made a provision of Rs 6,81,210.27 crore for Financial Year (FY) 2025-26 for the Ministry of Defence (MoD).
Big relief in TDS deduction on rent from Rs20,000 to Rs50,000 per month
New Delhi, February 1: In a major relief for taxpayers, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday announced an increase in the threshold for Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) on rent from Rs2.40 lakh per annum to Rs6 lakh per annum while presenting the Union Budget 2025-26.
Union Budget 2025-26: FM Sitharaman announces launch of modified UDAN Scheme to 120 new destinations
New Delhi, February 1: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget 2025-26, announced a Modified UDAN scheme aimed at enhancing regional connectivity by adding 120 new destinations and carrying 4 crore additional passengers over the next decade.