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Union Budget 2026

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Union Budget 2026: Allocation for the Healthcare sector gets a hike of 10% as the central government aims to enhance access and affordability

Aditi - 1 February, 2026

One of the healthcare highlights of the budget is the decision to establish a national institute for mental healthcare in Ranchi, Jharkhand.

Economy and Finance

PM hails Union Budget 2026 as historic, futuristic roadmap towards Viksit Bharat 2047

OpIndia Staff - 1 February, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the budget empowers women, energises reforms, supports youth aspirations, strengthens MSMEs, and balances fiscal discipline with growth, while positioning India as a trusted global partner and future third largest economy.

Union Budget 2026: Modi govt to set up ‘Education to Employment Committee’, prepare Indian workforce for the future

OpIndia Staff - 1 February, 2026

Based on its findings, the committee will recommend steps to ensure that workers are trained and ready to adapt to these changes.

Economy and Finance

From Champion SMEs to Biopharma Shakti: Finance Minister announces several funds in Budget 2026 to transform India’s industrial landscape

OpIndia Staff - 1 February, 2026

While presenting the Union Budget for 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on 1 February announced an array of new funds and schemes designed to...