Union Budget 2026: Rice exporters seek support to boost sustainability, global competitiveness; relief sought on costs, logistics – The Times of India

Union Budget 2026: Rice exporters seek support to boost sustainability, global competitiveness; relief sought on costs, logistics – The Times of India

The Indian Rice Exporters’ Federation (IREF) has called on the Union government to announce focused fiscal and policy measures in the Union Budget 2026 to strengthen India’s rice export ecosystem, covering both basmati and non-basmati varieties.In a representation to finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the federation underlined the importance of rice exports for the economy, rural…

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Budget 2026: Dividend collections set to scale new high; likely to beat budget estimates in FY26 – The Times of India

Budget 2026: Dividend collections set to scale new high; likely to beat budget estimates in FY26 – The Times of India

In 2024-25, dividend earnings touched an all-time high of Rs 74,129 crore, far surpassing the budget estimate of Rs 56,260 crore. (AI image) Budget 2026: Dividend inflows to the exchequer from non-financial central public sector enterprises and firms in which the government holds minority stakes are expected to surpass the budgeted estimate for the fifth…

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Railway stocks rebound: IRCTC and Jupiter Wagons lead gains; Budget capex hopes lift stocks – The Times of India

Railway stocks rebound: IRCTC and Jupiter Wagons lead gains; Budget capex hopes lift stocks – The Times of India

Shares of several railway-linked companies surged in afternoon trade on December 22, as stock-specific triggers and rising pre-Budget expectations sparked fresh buying interest across the sector.Jupiter Wagons, IRCTC, RailTel and RVNL were among the top gainers, with some stocks rising as much as 15%, according to an ET report. The rally comes just over a…

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Budget 2026: How Union Budget can establish foundation for sustainable growth – top expectations – The Times of India

Budget 2026: How Union Budget can establish foundation for sustainable growth – top expectations – The Times of India

On the reforms front, the central government and the RBI’s focus on boosting consumption over the last one year is commendable. (AI image) By Gautam DuggadAs India gears up for its Union Budget in February 2026, the crucial question is whether the upcoming fiscal blueprint will focus solely on fiscal consolidation amid weak revenue growth…

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