If your land is being taken for any government project like highway, expressway or airport, then Budget 2026 has given big relief to the land owners. Now the compensation received under RFCTLARR Act, 2013 will be completely tax free. The government has made it clear that Section 96 of this Act will override the Income Tax Act. This means that whether the land is urban or rural, agricultural or non-agricultural, there will be no capital gains tax on the compensation in case of compulsory acquisition. This rule will clearly come into effect from April 1, 2026. However, one important thing is that the interest received on compensation is not tax free. This will be considered as Income from Other Sources and tax will have to be paid as per the slab in the new tax regime.

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Budget 2026 has given a strong and clear growth signal to MSMEs. The focus of the government is clearly visible that small businesses should not only survive but get a real opportunity to scale.

Rs. MSME Growth Fund of Rs 10,000 crore has been announced, which will support expansion, technology upgrade and capacity building. Self-Reliant India Fund has addressed liquidity concerns, which have been the biggest challenge of MSMEs, through extra allocation and credit guarantee schemes.

Capital expenditure has been increased to Rs. 12.2 lakh crore has been made, which will provide infrastructure push and accelerate business activity in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. Its direct benefit will be given to local manufacturers, suppliers and service providers.

By making TReDS platform mandatory, the problem of delayed payments will be solved to a great extent and the cash flow cycle will be faster.

Experts believe that these reforms will give confidence to MSMEs, formalization will increase and the way to connect with global supply chains will open. Overall, Budget 2026 pushes MSMEs towards becoming truly global.

In Budget 2026, the Finance Minister has made a big announcement to open high-value real estate assets of CPSEs to retail investors through dedicated REITs.

This means that now investors can invest in commercial assets like prime office spaces, malls and warehouses without directly purchasing the property.

REITs provide regular rental income, with potential yields of around 6–8%, along with the benefit of long-term capital appreciation.

A major feature of REITs is stock market-like liquidity, which makes buying and selling easier. Experts believe that REITs can become a smart option for portfolio diversification for medium to long-term investors, especially those who want real estate exposure but want to avoid high capital investments.

There are clear and solid global reasons behind the strong recovery seen in the gold and silver markets. China has recently implemented new export-licensing rules on silver, due to which global supply has visibly tightened.

Its direct impact is visible on international prices. On the other hand, central banks are continuously buying gold and due to geopolitical uncertainty, safe-haven demand also remains strong.

India is already one of the largest silver buyers in the world, and in such a situation the risk of heavy dependency on China has now come to the fore. Supply side pressure, low global inventories and demand remaining consistently high are making the market tight.

On top of that, due to slow shipments, short-term availability may become more constrained.

Considering all these factors, there may remain upward pressure on gold and silver prices in the coming times. For investors, this is not just a price movement, but a reality check that the strategic importance of precious metals has now increased more than ever.

India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, announced in the Union Budget 2026, is considered a game-changing step for India’s electronics and AI future. The objective of this mission is to ensure that semiconductor related machines, chemicals and gases are manufactured within India only. According to industry estimates, this market can reach approximately $400 billion by 2030. Due to the rising demand for AI at the global level, there is a shortage of powerful chips and there is heavy pressure on the supply chain. Experts are considering this as a rare opportunity for India. In the initial phase, the focus should be on increasing the sourcing of global companies from India, especially from MSMEs. India’s domestic chip consumption will be limited, so it is important to target the export market. In the next 5–7 years, India can become strong in areas like automation, precision parts, support systems and advanced packaging. With proper execution, this mission can make India a serious player in the global semiconductor ecosystem.

In this video, we will explain in detail what is Securities Transaction Tax (STT) and how the changes made in it after Budget 2026 will affect traders and investors. The increase in trading costs due to STT hike may have a direct impact on short-term traders, especially F&O participants, which may reduce the profitability of intraday trading and high-frequency trades. There may also be a slight impact on short-term pressure in volumes and market liquidity. There may also be some indirect effects for retail investors and mutual fund investors. In this video you will get complete breakdown of STT changes in simple language, practical examples and also how to adjust the trading strategy further.

In Budget 2026, the government has given a clear signal to give new momentum to India electronics manufacturing through PLI scheme. In this special interview, there is discussion on how PLI push will boost semiconductor, electronics production and exports. Experts are saying that from Budget 2026, India’s position can be strengthened in job creation, investment inflow and global supply chain. Detailed discussions have been held on policy support, future roadmap and challenges for the electronics sector. If you want to understand Budget impact, PLI scheme and India electronics growth, then do watch this full interview.

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“Operation Sindoor” in 2025 after the conflict with Pakistan taught India that national security is not just a need of today but a preparation for the uncertainties of tomorrow. The Defense Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on 1 February 2026 is a reflection of this thinking. The historic allocation of ₹7.85 lakh crore, which is 15.19% more than last year, shows that security is the top priority. The center of this budget is self-reliant India, where India is no longer becoming an importer of arms but a manufacturer. Capital outlay of ₹2.19 lakh crore reflects investment in new weapons, aircraft, warships and advanced technology. Make in India will get a boost from ₹1.39 lakh crore domestic procurement. The target of taking defense exports to ₹50,000 crore, and new growth opportunities for companies like Bharat Electronics, Bharat Dynamics, Mazagon Ship Builders—this budget lays a strong foundation for the future.