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Unless employment and training are linked to productivity, performance, and survivability, labour reforms risk creating jobs that exist on paper but fail in practice

The government has proposed nearly a 19 per cent increase in investment by nine state-owned power sector firms in 2026-27, taking the total to over Rs 1 lakh crore. Major PSUs like NTPC and Power Grid will lead the expansion

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a high-level committee on banking to support Viksit Bharat goals. The panel will review sector performance, strengthen financial stability and improve efficiency, while reforms for NBFCs and foreign investments are also planned

The Union Budget 2026–27 proposes a tax holiday till 2047 for foreign cloud companies using data centres in India to serve global customers. The move aims to attract investment, boost data centre capacity and position India as a global AI and digital infrastructure hub.

Moltbook, a social network built exclusively for AI agents, has triggered global debate after autonomous bots generated belief systems, governance discussions and cultural behaviour, raising fresh questions about emergent AI interaction, oversight and the future of autonomous digital communities.

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Sunday criticised the Union Budget 2026-27, accusing the Centre of ignoring unemployment, manufacturing slowdown and agrarian distress. Other opposition leaders, including Akhilesh Yadav, said the Budget lacked reforms, relief and concern for common people.

Congress leader Neelam Madhu has fielded his wife Kavitha in the Isnapur municipal elections after switching parties multiple times. Eyeing the 2028 Assembly polls, he hopes to remain politically relevant through the civic contest

India has allocated Rs 7.84 lakh crore for defence in Budget 2026–27, marking a 15% rise over last year. The higher outlay focuses on modernisation, capital expenditure, defence manufacturing and welfare of ex-servicemen amid rising security challenges.

Former Minister S. Niranjan Reddy accused the Congress government of harassing BRS chief K. Chandrashekhar Rao through the phone-tapping case, calling it a political stunt and warning of voter backlash ahead of the municipal elections.

The Sammakka-Saralamma mini-altars in Mancherial earned Rs 14.67 lakh from devotees during the biennial fair. With additional revenue from tenders, the fair generated Rs 31.19 lakh and attracted over two lakh devotees

Under Operation Smile, police rescued 85 children from forced labour in Adilabad and 51 in Kumram Bheem Asifabad. Officials registered cases against offenders and urged citizens to report child exploitation through Dial 100, assuring confidentiality

BRS Assembly whip KP Vivekananda accused the Congress government of using the SIT to target opposition leaders, alleging procedural violations in serving notices to former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao in the phone-tapping case.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ninth consecutive Union Budget in a business-like speech marked by symbolism and political reactions. While the BJP hailed the Budget, opposition members alleged neglect of certain states, making the day a mix of policy and parliamentary theatre.

More than 50,000 devotees gathered at Sri Balaji Venkateshwara Swamy Devasthanam in Gangapur village for the annual Gangapuri Jatara. Special transport, security and facilities were arranged as pilgrims offered prayers and performed rituals

The Union Budget 2026–27 has allocated Rs 4,551.94 crore to the Information and Broadcasting Ministry, with major funding for Prasar Bharati, media infrastructure, AVGC talent development and community radio. The allocation is lower than last year’s revised estimate.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticised the Union Budget 2026–27, saying it lacks policy vision and offers no solutions to key challenges such as jobs, inequality, manufacturing slowdown and federal stress, even as the government raised capital expenditure targets.

The Special Investigation Team questioned BRS chief and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao at his Hyderabad residence in connection with the alleged phone tapping case. Former MP J Santosh Kumar accompanied him, while senior leaders and legal advisers were present

The government has allocated Rs 3.09 lakh crore to the Road Transport and Highways Ministry in Budget 2026–27, an 8% rise over the current year. Funding for NHAI has also increased as the authority works to reduce debt.

The Union Budget 2026–27 allocates Rs 1.06 lakh crore to the Health Ministry, marking a 10% increase. The government plans regional medical hubs, expansion of allied healthcare professionals, and higher funding for key health schemes and institutions.

The government has proposed allowing Indian non-residents to invest in domestic equities through the Portfolio Investment Scheme. Announced in Budget 2026–27, the move aims to boost market liquidity, attract stable inflows and support currency stability.

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Sunday criticised the Union Budget 2026-27, accusing the Centre of ignoring unemployment, manufacturing slowdown and agrarian distress. Other opposition leaders, including Akhilesh Yadav, said the Budget lacked reforms, relief and concern for common people.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi termed the Union Budget 2026–27 historic, saying it reflects the aspirations of 140 crore Indians, boosts reforms, supports MSMEs, and lays a strong foundation for India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the creation of specialised rare earth corridors in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. The initiative aims to boost mining, processing, research, and manufacturing, reducing dependence on imports and strengthening India’s critical minerals capabilities

CII welcomed the Union Budget proposal to establish dedicated rare earth corridors in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha. The initiative aims to boost mining, processing, research, and manufacturing, strengthening India’s leadership in rare earth magnets and critical minerals