On February 1, 2026. In a gripping men’s singles final at the Australian Open 2026, Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz defeated Serbian legend Novak Djokovic to achieved feat and completed the Grand Slam series. At just 22 years of age, Alcaraz completed his career Grand Slam, becoming the youngest man in tennis history to do so. The …
The Union Budget 2026-27, presented by Nirmala Sitharaman on 1 February 2026, marks a decisive push towards building a Viksit Bharat by balancing rapid economic growth with inclusion, capacity building and long-term resilience. A key highlight of Budget 2026 is the large number of new schemes and missions announced across manufacturing, MSMEs, infrastructure, agriculture, social …
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Preparing for Banking, SSC, RBI, NABARD, and other competitive exams requires a strong grasp of the Union Budget 2026–27, as budget-based questions are frequently asked in both prelims and mains. This year’s budget is especially important because it focuses on Viksit Bharat goals, manufacturing expansion, MSME growth, infrastructure push, financial sector reforms, social sector development, …
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The Union Budget 2026 has delivered one of the strongest signals yet of India’s changing security priorities. Just a year after a major military confrontation with Pakistan, the government has raised defense spending by 15.3% to ₹7.84 lakh crore. Presented in Parliament, the Budget reflects lessons from recent conflict, growing geopolitical uncertainty, and the push …
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Union Budget 2026-27 has placed sports firmly within India’s growth and employment strategy. While presenting the Budget in Parliament, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a dedicated initiative for sports goods manufacturing and innovation. At the same time, the government proposed launching the Khelo India Mission to systematically nurture sporting talent over the next decade. Together, …
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The Union Budget 2026-27 has placed healthcare at the centre of India’s development agenda. With a record ₹1,06,530.42 crore allocation for the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the government has signalled a long-term commitment to affordable, accessible and quality healthcare. Presented in Parliament, the Budget reflects nearly 10% growth over last year and a …
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The Union Budget 2026-27 has sent a strong signal that infrastructure-led growth remains India’s core economic strategy. Presented in Parliament, the Budget proposes a record ₹12.2 lakh crore public capital expenditure, underlining the government’s commitment to productivity, competitiveness and resilience. From high-speed rail corridors and freight connectivity to green cargo movement and carbon capture, the …
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Indian Railways has received its highest-ever financial support in the Union Budget 2026-27. Presenting the Budget, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a massive boost for rail infrastructure. With record capital expenditure and ambitious plans for high-speed rail corridors, the government has signalled that railways will remain central to India’s growth strategy. The focus is not …
India’s direct tax system is set for a major overhaul. While presenting the Union Budget 2026-27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that the Income Tax Act, 2025 will come into effect from 1 April 2026. The move is aimed at simplifying tax laws, improving compliance, and reducing disputes. Alongside this, the Budget introduced several important …
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s presentation of the Union Budget 2026-27 marks a strategic pivot toward growth acceleration, inclusive development, and targeted relief for consumers and businesses. Against the backdrop of projected GDP growth of 6.8-7.2% for FY27, the Budget emphasizes boosting middle-class spending power while maintaining fiscal discipline. The budget introduces a nuanced approach: significant …
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Welcome to the Current Affairs Section of Adda247. If you are preparing for Government Job Exams, then it is very important for you to read the Daily Current Affairs. All the important updates based on current affairs are included in this Daily Current Affairs 2026 article.
