We will have to continuously monitor outcomes, says Nirmala Sitharaman

India is on course to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, yet its per-capita income remains below…

The government’s tight fiscal math, explained in 8 charts

Several figures point towards a lack of optimism in the economy. Firstly, the government believes that…

Budget 2026: Here are the key numbers — From capex to fiscal deficit, revised estimates and more

Budget 2026: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has in the Union Budget 2026 pegged India’s fiscal deficit…

Dividend income, spending control keep India’s fiscal deficit in check

New Delhi: India’s fiscal deficit for April-December 2025 stood at ₹8.6 trillion, or 54.5% of the…

A massive tax shortfall and slower growth loom, but the Centre’s budget math still works

There are several factors that will aid the lower debt or lower fiscal deficit as percentage…

Govt seeks parliament nod for net extra spending of ₹41,455 crore this year

Govt seeks parliament nod for net extra spending of ₹41,455 crore this year…