News Update : New or Old? Which I-T regime should you choose for FY 2026-27? Tax rates, slabs explained - SHIVANGHI PAYAL AND SMRITI JAIN

Union Budget 2026 maintains the existing income tax framework, with the new regime offering tax-free income up to Rs 12 lakh for individuals. While the old regime continues with its deductions, the new system has been progressively liberalized since 2020, making it increasingly attractive for middle-income taxpayers. Union Budget 2026 maintains the existing income tax framework, with the new regime offering tax-free income up to Rs 12 lakh for individuals. While the old regime continues with its deductions, the new system has been progressively liberalized since 2020, making it increasingly attractive for middle-income taxpayers. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/new-tax-regime-vs-old-tax-regime-after-budget-2026-income-tax-slabs-and-rates-comparison-explained-which-tax-regime-is-better-for-middle-class-salaried-taxpayers/articleshow/127838105.cms Date: 2026-02-01T10:40:41.000Z

News Update : 'Will keep Dada's ideals alive': Sunetra Pawar after dy CM oath; gets key portfolios - TOI NEWS DESK

Sunetra Pawar took oath as Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, vowing to carry forward her late husband Ajit Pawar's legacy. She expressed being "overwhelmed with emotions" while accepting the responsibility, emphasizing her commitment to working tirelessly for the state's development and its people. Sunetra Pawar took oath as Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, vowing to carry forward her late husband Ajit Pawar's legacy. She expressed being "overwhelmed with emotions" while accepting the responsibility, emphasizing her commitment to working tirelessly for the state's development and its people. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/mountain-of-grief-after-deputy-cm-oath-sunetra-pawar-vows-to-carry-husband-ajits-legacy/articleshow/127820924.cms Date: 2026-01-31T13:24:06.000Z

News Update : Budget 2026: Why defence spending is back in sharp focus — and how experts want the money spent - YASHASVI VASISTHA

As India's Union Budget approaches, defence spending is under scrutiny. Experts advocate for a substantial, sustained hike in defence capital expenditure, emphasizing domestic manufacturing and technological advancement. While geopolitical tensions necessitate increased spending, the focus must be on strategic calibration rather than indiscriminate increases to bolster national security and industrial capabilities. As India's Union Budget approaches, defence spending is under scrutiny. Experts advocate for a substantial, sustained hike in defence capital expenditure, emphasizing domestic manufacturing and technological advancement. While geopolitical tensions necessitate increased spending, the focus must be on strategic calibration rather than indiscriminate increases to bolster national security and industrial capabilities. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/budget-2026-why-defence-spending-is-back-in-sharp-focusand-how-experts-want-the-money-spent/articleshow/127801527.cms Date: 2026-01-30T13:22:08.000Z

News Update : The art of dealing with Trump: Playing along & hedging - has India cracked the code? - VIVEK DUBEY

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/playing-along-while-planning-ahead-how-the-world-is-dealing-with-trump-2-0-without-breaking-from-washington/articleshow/127720644.cms Date: 2026-01-29T08:16:56.000Z

News Update : Ajit Pawar plane crash: What happened in 26 minutes and 5 unanswered questions - TOI NEWS DESK

A Learjet 45 carrying Maharashtra's deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar crashed near Baramati runway after multiple landing attempts amid poor visibility. The aircraft burst into flames shortly after receiving landing clearance, raising questions about potential system failure, communication breakdown, or mechanical issues during the final approach. A Learjet 45 carrying Maharashtra's deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar crashed near Baramati runway after multiple landing attempts amid poor visibility. The aircraft burst into flames shortly after receiving landing clearance, raising questions about potential system failure, communication breakdown, or mechanical issues during the final approach. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ajit-pawar-plane-crash-what-happened-in-26-minutes-and-5-unanswered-questions/articleshow/127700900.cms Date: 2026-01-28T11:17:46.000Z