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From High-Speed Rail to Free Degree Education: Pinarayi Government’s Final Budget Blends Big Infrastructure Push with Welfare, Skips Pension Hike

The second Pinarayi Vijayan government presented its final budget, charting an ambitious development roadmap while carefully balancing welfare commitments. Presented by Finance Minister K N Balagopal, the sixth budget of the government is also the fourth-longest budget in Kerala’s history. Reiterating that Kerala is facing severe financial constraints due to the Centre’s policies, the budget Read More…

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Kerala Budget Unveils Kattappana–Theni Tunnel Project, Promising Faster Travel and 20 km Savings

The Kerala state budget has announced plans for a new tunnel road between Kattappana and Theni, aimed at easing long-standing travel hardships along the winding ghat route. The project is expected to significantly improve mobility for residents and travellers across the high ranges. Finance Minister K N Balagopal said the government is exploring the construction Read More…

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Kerala Budget Today: K N Balagopal Signals Future-Focused Projects and Key Welfare Announcements

Kerala is set to witness a crucial moment in its economic journey today as Finance Minister K N Balagopal presents the sixth budget of the second Pinarayi Vijayan–led LDF government in the State Assembly. Describing the budget as a roadmap for Kerala’s future, the Finance Minister said it will feature several projects and policy announcements Read More…

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Parliament’s Budget Session Kicks Off Today; All Eyes on President’s Address and Union Budget

New Delhi: The Budget Session of Parliament begins today with President Droupadi Murmu addressing a joint sitting of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, setting the tone for weeks of intense political and legislative activity. No other business is scheduled in Parliament today. The session will be held in two phases, running from Read More…

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Kerala’s Final LDF Budget Tomorrow: Big-Ticket Announcements Expected Ahead of Polls

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is set to witness a politically significant moment tomorrow as the second LDF government led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan presents its final budget. Finance Minister K. N. Balagopal will table the budget in the Assembly, with strong expectations of a slew of people-centric announcements as the state moves closer to Assembly elections. Read More…

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Parliament’s Budget Session Begins Tomorrow; Government Calls All-Party Meet Today

The Budget Session of Parliament is set to begin tomorrow, with the Centre convening an all-party meeting today to build consensus and ensure the smooth conduct of proceedings. The meeting, scheduled for 11 am, will see the government seek cooperation from opposition parties ahead of what is expected to be a politically charged session. The Read More…

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Kerala Budget on Jan 29, Assembly Session from Jan 20; Speaker Clarifies on MLA Complaints

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Speaker A.N. Shamseer on Friday announced that the State Budget will be presented on January 29, while the final session of the 15th Kerala Legislative Assembly will begin on January 20. The Governor’s policy address will be delivered on the opening day, and the session is scheduled to run for 32 days. Addressing Read More…

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For the First Time in History: Union Budget to Be Presented on a Sunday, February 1

The Union Budget will be presented on a Sunday, with the Budget for the 2026–27 financial year scheduled for February 1. The calendar for the Budget Session was approved by the Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. This will be the ninth consecutive Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Read More…

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Kerala Budget to Be Presented on January 29

Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala State Budget for the upcoming financial year will be presented in the Legislative Assembly on January 29, official sources said. The budget is expected to outline the state government’s priorities amid continuing financial constraints and growing demands on the public exchequer. The Finance Minister will present the budget before the Assembly, detailing Read More…