RBI likely to refrain from another policy rate cut this week: Economists

IANS | February 2, 2026 11:39 AM

New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is set to hold its monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting from February 4-6 and according to economists, the MPC is expected to vote for a pause on a policy rate cut, while the central bank undertakes direct measures to tackle liquidity, bond stability and currency-related risks.

Budget 2026 proposes penalties to tighten crypto transaction reporting

IANS | February 1, 2026 7:49 PM

New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) The Union Budget 2026–27 on Sunday proposed a new penalty framework to strengthen reporting compliance in the crypto ecosystem, sending a clear signal that transparency and accountability will be the government’s top priorities in the digital asset space.

Budget 2026 boosts confidence in India’s growth story: Industry

IANS | February 1, 2026 7:09 PM

New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) The Union Budget 2026–27 presents a strong and credible roadmap to enhance India’s competitiveness through fiscal discipline, structural reforms and targeted measures aimed at boosting private investment, industry representatives said on Sunday.