Page 6 - Latest Updates on Nirmala Sitharaman
Buyback proceeds for all shareholders to be taxed as capital gains: FM
She also said the government has proposed a joint panel of Corporate Affairs Ministry and CBDT for incorporation of income computation and disclosure standards
 "Buyback proceeds for all shareholders to be taxed as capital gains: FM")
Budget 2026: Centre allocates ₹1.4 trillion to states, keeps 41% share
The 15th Finance Commission recommended a share of states in the central taxes to be 41 per cent, and the 16th Finance Commission has retained the vertical share of devolution
 "Budget 2026: Centre allocates ₹1.4 trillion to states, keeps 41% share")
PSU banks reel after Budget 2026; shares fall up to 7%: Here's why
All the PSU Bank index constituents were trading lower, with Bank of India, Bank Maharashtra, Indian Bank, Bank of Baroda, and Union Bank of India falling in the range of 3 to 7 per cent
 "PSU banks reel after Budget 2026; shares fall up to 7%: Here's why")
Sitharaman proposes Infra Risk Guarantee Fund to boost private investment
The government will now focus on Tier-II and Tier-III cities, and even temple-towns, which need modern infrastructure and basic amenities, said FM Sitharaman
 "Sitharaman proposes Infra Risk Guarantee Fund to boost private investment")
Budget 2026 delivers well on prudence and focuses on future thrust areas
Union Budget 2026 stays focused on fiscal prudence, targets a 4.3% deficit, sustains ₹12.2 trillion capex, and backs rare earths, freight corridors, waterways and data centres, writes Madan Sabnavis
 "Budget 2026 delivers well on prudence and focuses on future thrust areas")
Budget 2026-27: Govt sets up panel to study AI impact on services sector
Union Budget 2026: The Centre plans a high-powered panel to assess how AI is changing services, employment and skills, while aiming to raise India's global share in services to 10% by 2047
 "Budget 2026-27: Govt sets up panel to study AI impact on services sector")
Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman keeps LTCG tax rates unchanged for FY27
The Union Budget 2026 keeps long-term capital gains tax rates unchanged, while buyback proceeds will be taxed as capital gains; securities transaction tax on commodities futures has been increased
Budget 2026: What the sodium antimonate duty cut means for the solar sector
Union Budget 2026 removes basic customs duty on sodium antimonate, a specialised chemical used in photovoltaic glass, offering cost relief and competitiveness gains for solar glass manufactures
 "Budget 2026: What the sodium antimonate duty cut means for the solar sector")
Budget 2026: Govt allocates ₹600 crore for three dedicated chemical parks
For the first time, the Union Budget provides a dedicated allocation for chemical parks, with ₹600 crore earmarked in the Budget Estimates for 2026-27
Budget 2026: Centre announces ₹20,000 cr plan to scale carbon capture tech
Union Budget 2026: The Centre will launch a ₹20,000 crore scheme over five years to promote carbon capture technologies across power, steel, cement, refineries and chemical sectors
 "Budget 2026: Centre announces ₹20,000 cr plan to scale carbon capture tech")
Budget proposes to set up dedicated REITs to recycle CPSE realty assets
Experts say the proposal could expand investable real estate supply, deepen markets and provide liquidity
 "Budget proposes to set up dedicated REITs to recycle CPSE realty assets")
Govt proposes launch of Khelo India mission to transform sports sector
The Khelo India programme was launched in 2017 with objective to hold national level competitions across age groups for talent identification
FM proposes duty-free imports of specified inputs for leather exports
The move will help provide cushion to leather exporters who are reeling under the steep 50 per cent US tariffs
 "FM proposes duty-free imports of specified inputs for leather exports")
Budget boosts electronics component scheme outlay to ₹40,000 crore
Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme has attracted investment commitments far exceeding its target
Budget 2026: Govt to set up 5 medical tourism hubs, train 150K caregivers
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced measures in the Union Budget 2026-27 to boost medical tourism, including support for five regional hubs in partnership with states and the private sector
 "Budget 2026: Govt to set up 5 medical tourism hubs, train 150K caregivers")
What are the three kartavyas guiding FM Sitharaman's Budget 2026 vision?
Union Budget 2026: Presenting the Union Budget, FM Nirmala Sitharaman outlined three kartavyas to boost economic growth, and ensure inclusive access to opportunities
 "What are the three kartavyas guiding FM Sitharaman's Budget 2026 vision?")
From animation labs to hostels: Key education announcements in Budget 2026
Union Budget 2026 also announced a high-level standing committee to strengthen links between education, employment and enterprise, with a focus on services-led growth and future skill needs
 "From animation labs to hostels: Key education announcements in Budget 2026")
FM proposes incentives of ₹100 cr for single municipal bond issuances
FM Sitharaman also announced restructuring of REC Ltd and Power Finance Corporation as part of the government's public sector financial institution strengthening
Budget 2026: Electronics manufacturing outlay doubled to ₹40,000 crore
Union Budget 2026-27: FM Nirmala Sitharaman announced several new manufacturing schemes in the Budget 2026 to boost domestic production
 "Budget 2026: Electronics manufacturing outlay doubled to ₹40,000 crore")
Budget 2026: Rare-earth hubs to be set up in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra, TN
FM Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026 has proposed supporting Odisha, Kerala, Andhra and Tamil Nadu for dedicated rare-earth corridors for mining, research, and production of rare-earth magnets