While there is no revision in slabs, the Budget addresses several long-standing concerns of middle-class taxpayers through targeted relief measures, including a reduction in TCS rates, and the introduction of new dividend-related deductions
06 February,2026 12:33 PM IST | New DelhiIndian markets opened in green with Sensex and Nifty gaining marginally, but heavy selling in IT stocks like Infosys and TCS capped the rally despite strong investor sentiment
04 February,2026 11:39 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentUnion Budget 2026 brings changes affecting household expenses and consumer choices. Smartphones, sports goods, select drugs, and capital equipment may get cheaper, while alcohol, tobacco, and stock futures trading become costlier
02 February,2026 08:58 AM IST | New DelhiSeveral hits in this budget puts ease at front and centre; focus on dispute resolution and domestic strengthening; there is no change in slab rates, surcharge, or the four per cent education cess
02 February,2026 06:50 AM IST | Mumbai | Mitil ChokshiADVERTISEMENT