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Finance Ministry announces PPP project pipeline of Centre, states for 3 years

Veterans, fresh faces ready finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman's 9th Budget

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman is preparing for her ninth consecutive budget with a team featuring a blend of experienced and new officials. For the first time in recent years, the budget exercise will be coordinated by Anuradha Thakur, as there is no finance secretary.

UK Pubs Pitch Tax Discount to Treasury Amid Budget Concerns

Business groups representing UK pubs and hotels held talks on Tuesday with Treasury officials as they push for further tax discounts to alleviate the burden of changes made by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves in her budget in November.

RBI seeks public comments on draft prudential norms on dividend and profit remittance

RBI invited public comments on draft Prudential Norms on Dividend and Remittance of Profit Directions, 2026, affecting various banks. Feedback open until February 5, 2026 via Connect2Regulate.

FTA with India to boost exports and open doors for farmers, businesses: New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon

New Zealand and India have concluded a Free Trade Agreement. This pact is set to boost exports and create jobs for New Zealand. The deal aims to enhance market access and promote investment. It is expected to take effect in seven to eight months. This agreement signifies a significant step in strengthening bilateral economic ties between the two nations.

FTA with India to boost exports and open doors for farmers, businesses: NZ PM

Describing the FTA as a "landmark deal” with the world’s fastest-growing big economy, Luxon said it would create opportunities for jobs, exports and growth for all New Zealanders

India initiates anti-dumping probe into imports of nylon chips from China, Russia

India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) has launched an anti-dumping probe into nylon chips and granules imports from China and Russia. A domestic manufacturer alleged that dumping of Nylon 6 Chips and Granules with relative viscosity below 3 is harming the local industry. The DGTR found prima facie evidence and will recommend duties if material injury is established.

Heavy industries ministry proposes doubling auto PLI allocation to ₹5,800 crore

As the scheme is production-linked, higher output levels necessitate a corresponding scale-up in incentives, according to an official

Indian Railways rolls out revised identity cards for employees

Indian Railways has approved the rollout of a revised identity card system for its regular workforce and contract service providers. The decision follows an internal review by the Railway Board and aims to bring uniformity and standardisation across the national transporter’s vast network. The move builds on earlier plans announced in mid-2025 to introduce a [...] The post Indian Railways rolls out revised identity cards for employees appeared first on HR Katha .

Centre Mulls Extending Tax Deferral On ESOPs For DPIIT Startups: Report

With the Union Budget 2026-27 around the corner, the government is reportedly considering extension of four-year tax deferral on employee…

Budget 2026 could simplify income tax rules for global mergers involving Indian firms

India Budget 2026: India's integration with global markets faces tax challenges in overseas restructurings. Current tax laws create unintended taxability for shareholders of foreign companies holding Indian assets during mergers. Amendments are needed to ensure tax neutrality for such cross-border reorganizations, aligning with India's goal of becoming a global business hub.

Bank fraud: Supreme Court grants bail to Amtek Group ex-chairperson in ED case

The Delhi High Court had denied bail to Mr. Dham on August 19 last year, saying premature release could risk undermining efforts to secure accountability