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Hyderabad, Feb 03: India continues to face elevated uncertainty driven by financial pressures, health-related challenges, digital risks, and broader societal factors. With the national Index at 79, concerns around financial readiness, personal safety, healthcare costs, and long-term stability remain persistent despite economic growth. Hyderabad records an Index of 76—lower than the national average but still above the South Zone benchmark of 71. Digital safety emerges…

Shreepoorna S Rao, Founder & CEO, Arctus Aerospace “Budget 2026 signals a clear shift in how India views aerospace and deep-tech manufacturing. The emphasis on R&D incentives, domestic component ecosystems, and easier access to capital for high-tech startups directly strengthens companies building complex platforms like high-altitude UAVs. What’s encouraging is the recognition that strategic sectors need long-term patient capital and testing infrastructure, not just subsidies.…

Bengaluru, Feb 03: Industry leaders have welcomed the Union Budget 2026 for its strong focus on manufacturing, MSMEs, employment generation, and long-term economic fundamentals. These views were shared during the BCIC Post-Budget Analysis of the Union Budget 2026-27, organised by the Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC). Prashant Gokhale, President of the Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) and Managing Director of Bühler…

Tarun Katial, Founder & CEO at coto “The Union Budget 2026 marks an important shift in how India is re-imagining healthcare and human development. By reinforcing preventive healthcare, holistic wellbeing and early intervention, the Budget creates space to recognise emotional and mental wellbeing as a foundational pillar of long-term health and quality of life. The articulation of the government’s third core kartavya aligns with the…

The preview of What Remains Awake: Dream, Depth & the Fourth (Jagrat · Swapna · Sushupti · Turiya), a solo exhibition by Sonika Agarwal, was held on Friday, 30 January 2026, at Kalamkar Gallery, Bikaner House, New Delhi. The event was attended by artists, curators, collectors, and members of the cultural community. The opening was led by Ms. Uma Jain, Director of Dhoomimal Gallery, as…

For many heritage brands, history can feel less like a foundation and more like an anchor. In an era of rapid technological change and evolving consumer habits, sticking to “business as usual” often leads to irrelevance. To thrive, these iconic brands must execute a Legacy Pivot—a strategic shift that embraces a digital-first approach while honoring their heritage. By focusing on four key principles—utility, speed, design,…

Mr Sudhir Sitapati, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Godrej Consumer Products Ltd. “We particularly welcome the MAT credit set-off being allowed up to 25% of the tax liability under the new tax regime. This move improves cash flows and makes the new tax regime smoother for companies with accumulated credits, freeing up capital for reinvestment into growth and consumption-led categories”

By:- Mr. Nachiketa Sawrikar, Fund Manager, Artha Bharat Global Multiplier Fund The India–US relationship, which many expected to strengthen during President Trump’s second term, reached a notable low point in June. For the global economy, strained ties between the world’s two largest democracies were far from encouraging. Against this backdrop, the new India–US trade agreement—reducing the average tariff rate to around 18% from the earlier…

Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Government of India The Union Budget 2026–27 presents a confident roadmap for India’s next phase of growth. I congratulate Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji for his visionary leadership and thank Hon’ble Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman ji for a Budget that balances ambition with…

Malkangiri, Feb, 3:The District Collector of Malkangiri visited Jagannathpalli High School (MV-70) in Malkangiri Block and a high school in Kalimela Block to review the ongoing residential coaching program being conducted by the Malkangiri District Education Department to ensure good results in the 2026 Class 10 Board Examination. The program, which was held from January 19 to 24, covered four centers where 200 selected students…