Centre increased K’taka’s share in taxes: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi dismisses Cong claims

New Delhi- The Central government has increased Karnataka’s share in central taxes to 4.131 per cent, said Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi, while dismissing allegations made by Congress leaders in the state. Speaking to the media in Delhi, Joshi said Karnataka’s tax share, which earlier stood at 3.647 per…

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Pak boycott of T20 WC match: India shouldn’t have played after ‘Op Sindoor’, says Oppn; cowardice, hits back BJP

New Delhi- Following Pakistan’s decision to boycott its high-profile T20 World Cup match against India, the Opposition on Monday termed the move the ‘biggest slap on the face’ of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Several Opposition leaders also questioned India’s participation in matches against Pakistan after ‘Operation Sindoor’. Meanwhile, the BJP…

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This budget is not for common people: Oppn

New Delhi- Opposition parties on Monday mounted a sharp attack on the Union Budget, accusing the government of ignoring the concerns of the common people and framing policies that favour only a privileged few, while leaving out the youth, farmers, workers and small traders. Congress MP Imran Masood strongly criticised the budget, stating that it…

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Kharge should understand PM Modi’s vision for Viksit Bharat: BJP hits back at Cong over Budget criticism

New Delhi- The BJP on Monday strongly defended the Union Budget 2026-27, hitting back at Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge for his sharp criticism of the government’s economic vision. BJP spokesperson Pratul Shah Deo said the Congress was ignoring fiscal discipline and global economic realities while attacking Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s development agenda.“Kharge should understand that…

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Budget disappointing and directionless for common man, says Sachin Pilot

Jaipur- Congress National General Secretary and former Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Sachin Pilot, on Sunday, described the Union Budget presented by the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament as “directionless, confusing, and deeply disappointing for the common man”. Pilot said that when capital expenditure savings of nearly Rs 1 lakh crore have been recorded every…

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Union Budget is a roadmap for jobs, infra boost: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

New Delhi- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday welcomed the Union Budget 2026-27, describing it as a forward-looking and people-centric Budget that will infuse new energy into the resolve of building a developed and self-reliant India. She said the Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reflects the strong and visionary leadership of Prime…

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Shivraj Singh Chouhan hails Union Budget, calls it commitment towards building a ‘Viksit Bharat’

Bhopal/ New Delhi- Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Union Agriculture Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, welcomed the Union Budget for 2026-27 presented on Sunday, calling it a “commitment towards building a developed India”. Union Minister Chouhan said the Budget will change both the condition and future of villages and farmers. Talking to IANS, the Union…

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Union Budget: Fund allocation increased for MSMEs, says Jitan Ram Manjhi

Patna- Union MSME Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi on Sunday described the Union Budget as development-oriented and fully aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. Congratulating Union Finance Minister Sirmala Sitharaman, Manjhi thanked her for presenting a budget that prioritises growth, employment, and entrepreneurship.He also expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that…

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Kerala: Both LDF and UDF slam Union Budget as ‘disappointing’, rue delay in proposed AIIMS

Thiruvananthapuram- Both the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the opposition United Democratic Front (UDF) in Kerala on Sunday lashed out at the Union Budget 2026-27, citing the absence of a proposed AIIMS and high-speed rail projects for the state. Kerala Finance Minister KN Balagopal termed the budget a “huge disappointment,” stating that the Centre…

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