No shortage of Rs 10, Rs 20, and Rs 50 bank notes in country: Minister

No shortage of Rs 10, Rs 20, and Rs 50 bank notes in country: Minister

The government informed Parliament that there is no shortage of Rs 10, Rs 20, and Rs 50 banknotes in the country.The lower-denomination notes are usually not dispensed through ATMs. The RBI also ensures adequate circulation of notes and coins alongside growing digital payments. Mar 10, 2026
Budget 2026: What to expect on income tax relief for taxpayers, investors, fiscal deficit and reform agenda

Budget 2026: What to expect on income tax relief for taxpayers, investors, fiscal deficit and reform agenda

The Union Budget 2026–27, to be presented on February 1, is expected to focus on income tax relief for taxpayers, measures to boost investor confidence, and economic reforms. The government is likely to balance fiscal restraint with growth-oriented initiatives, including capex diversification, manufacturing incentives, and rationalisation of subsidies, while keeping the fiscal deficit under control. Reforms in the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), customs duties, and foreign direct investment (FDI) policy are also anticipated. Jan 20, 2026