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BENGALURU: The Satcom Industry Association-India (SIA-India) has called for a threefold increase in the national space budget, creation of specialised manufacturing incentives and long-term funding frameworks for connectivity, navigation and earth observation as part of its recommendations submitted to the finance ministry, Department of Space (DoS) and the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre…
Ahead of Budget 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said simplifying India’s customs framework will be the government’s next major reform focus, signalling a comprehensive clean-up aimed at making compliance easier and more transparent.Speaking at the HT Leadership Summit, Sitharaman said customs reforms would follow the rationalisation efforts already undertaken in income tax and…
Manish Malhotra is one of Bollywood’s most well-known fashion designers. Over the years, he has shaped many iconic screen looks and worked closely with celebrated filmmakers. As he recently turned 59, he reflected on his craft, and recalled experiences for working in the film industry. Manish Malhotra on facing strict budgets in the early days…
Mark Zuckerberg (File Image) Facebook founder and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly planning significant resource cuts for the company’s metaverse project which was once hailed as the future of the company and the main reason behind the corporate name change from Facebook. Citing sources familiar with internal discussions, Bloomberg reports that the company executives…
The Seamless Tube Manufacturers’ Association of India (STMAI) on Thursday urged the government to introduce a production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme covering at least 10 per cent of exports of their products, ahead of the Union Budget. STMAI President Shiv Kumar Singhal also urged stricter measures to curb illegal imports of seamless pipes, which are affecting…
Saudi Arabia’s 2026 $350 billion budget emphasizes Vision 2030, giga projects, social programs, and economic growth/Image: SPA Saudi Arabia has approved its 2026 state budget, outlining ambitious spending plans aimed at sustaining economic growth, supporting citizens, and advancing the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 initiatives. The total budget for the coming fiscal year amounts to 1.313 trillion…
‘Laalo – Krishna Sada Sahaayate’ is emerging as the first-ever Gujarati film to cross the Rs 100-crore mark. What makes this feat even more astonishing is the budget of the film was just Rs 50 lakh. The film had a disastrous start, earning only Rs 5 lakh on its opening day when it was released…
Bhubaneswar: CM Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday tabled a Rs 17,440-crore supplementary budget, pushing Odisha’s overall budget estimate for the current financial year beyond Rs 3 lakh crore. In Feb, the CM presented a Rs 2.9-lakh-crore budget.The key allocations target two flagship schemes — Rs 850 crore for input assistance to farmers under paddy procurement…
Britain’s Treasury chief Rachel Reeves delivered her tax-raising budget on Wednesday under the shadow of a major leak that exposed her proposals hours before she reached Parliament. The disclosure came from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), which Reeves relies on for independent forecasts. According to AP, the leak effectively mapped out the entire fiscal…
Allu Arjun, a style icon, recently chose a ₹5,295 Casio Vintage A700WG-9A over luxury timepieces. This unpretentious, retro watch highlights his grounded persona and authenticity, proving that true elegance lies in thoughtful choices and quiet confidence, not just opulence. His selection resonates deeply, showcasing timeless style and personal values. In a world where celebrities often…
