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Govt has done its part on GCCs via Budget, now industry must invest in skilling and innovation to counter AI risks: CEA Nageswaran

Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran urged industry to invest in skilling and innovation. He stated government has supported Global Capability Centres through Budget announcements. Artificial intelligence poses risks to business models focused solely on low-cost execution. The government encourages GCC expansion beyond major metropolitan cities. Firms and people must…

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Andy Burnham did not have ‘all the details’ of £4.7 billion defence black hole

Sir Keir Starmer unveiled the Dip on Tuesday, with a promise to increase defence spending by £15 billion.

Evening Standard

Govt fast-tracks disinvestment process to shore up revenues, garners 31% of budget aim in Q1 FY27

The government is accelerating its disinvestment and asset monetisation drive, achieving 31% of its full-year target in just the first quarter. This rapid pace, with weekly offers for sale, aims to bolster revenues amidst rising subsidy and import costs. Significant funds have already been raised from entities like Coal India…

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Voices: Sir Keir has left a fiscal mess for Andy Burnham to clean up

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW : Editorial: A £4.7bn shortfall in the Defence Investment Plan is some legacy for the PM to leave his successor to fund, especially after complaining so bitterly about the ‘black hole’ left by his own predecessors

The Independent UK

Badenoch torpedoes Starmer at PMQs: 'Generals can count, the Kremlin can count, his defence plan doesn't add up'

Sketch: Deserted by Labour troops, the Prime Minister was like a tank with depleted armour and wonky tracks as he came under fire from Mrs Badenoch

Evening Standard

How RBI’s 2026 TReDS directions advance the MSME financing reform

With the Budget setting the policy direction and the RBI directions providing the regulatory foundation, TReDS is well positioned to move from a platform that has demonstrated value to one that can deliver MSME liquidity at scale.

The Economic Times

Kerala liquor policy to be decided after talks with coalition parties, says Kerala Revenue Minister A P Anil Kumar

Kerala Revenue Minister A P Anil Kumar stated that any policy on tax cuts for low-alcohol beverages will be decided after internal UDF discussions and consultation with Congress leadership. This follows a budget proposal to reduce taxes on such drinks, drawing criticism for potentially encouraging consumption. Chief Minister V D…

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West Bengal Budget 2026: Govt allocates Rs 36,000 crore for Annapurna Yojna; hikes DA by 20%

West Bengal's new BJP government unveiled its first budget, prioritizing welfare and employment. Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta announced a significant Rs 36,000 crore for the Annapurna Yojna, assuring continuity of existing social schemes. Key highlights include increased MLA funds, pensions for retired journalists, and a pledge to fill one lakh…

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Willis claims win as just 0.5 percent opt out of higher KiwiSaver contributions

High level of contributions at new 3.5 percent rate defy some expectations – but come with implications for the public service workforce

Newsroom.co.nz

Kerala CM VD Satheesan presents maiden UDF budget for 2026-27

Kerala's Chief Minister VD Satheesan presented the state's first budget for the financial year 2026-27. The government inherited a significant financial crisis. Public debt stands at Rs 5.07 lakh crore. A large portion of revenue goes to salaries and pensions. Development spending is low. The state faced treasury stress for…

The Economic Times

Mind the gap: Labour’s policy platform empty no more

The main opposition party rolls out its first major election policy since late 2025 - cheaper weekly bus and train fares focusing on the main cities

Newsroom.co.nz

As global fuel risk rises, NZ Budget 2026 puts roads first – again

Three months into the war in Iran, the largest disruption to New Zealand’s oil supply in living memory appears to have done nothing to change the government’s approach to transport.

The Conversation

Stanford forges ahead, with or without teachers’ backing

With education leaders unaccustomed to feeling heard by Erica Stanford, it’s little wonder the sector seemed unsure how to respond to the Education Minister’s post-Budget sales pitch. Hanna McCallum reports.

Newsroom.co.nz

Govt on track for 2029 surplus in surprise forecast reversal

Despite economic headwinds prompting households and businesses to look to their own budgets, the Government's books are looking their best in a long time.

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Top environmental watchdog’s Budget win with planning hub

A centralised environmental database will speed up consenting and development, alongside investment in a more resilient highway network

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National gambles on country roads to take it home

Govt invests in hospitals, schools, rail and roads – but there’s a question mark over the mechanisms by which they’ll be financed and built. Jonathan Milne reports.

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Willis opts for hammer over carrot with building-heavy Budget

Speaking to the absence of a typical election year lolly scramble, Willis says she 'doesn't want to bribe New Zealanders with their own money'

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Secondary schools to take centre stage in education Budget

The Education Minister says secondary schools will be a big winner from this year’s Budget – but educators are wary of being asked to do too much with too little

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Courts projects too big to fail, too small to succeed as public-private partnerships

At last year’s Infrastructure Investment Summit, the Govt trumpeted its plans to partner with private investors to build courthouses and military barracks; it was slower and harder than anticipated. Jonathan Milne reports.

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Four key questions to be answered this Budget

How the fuel crisis is hitting the Government's books and what, if anything, Nicola Willis has hidden up her sleeves

The Guardian - UK

UK bond yields set for biggest weekly drop since 2024; retail sales fall as drivers cut back on fuel - as it happened

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news

Newsroom.co.nz

Sparks fly as energy dominates first major political debate

The first major debate of the 2026 campaign had intra-coalition bickering, a near-leak of Budget policy and maybe a budding political romance

Pedestrian.tv

The Women’s Budget Statement Was Full Of Promises We’d Heard Before

Experts say the 2026/27 Federal Budget includes some wins for women, but much of the Women’s Budget Statement relies on existing policies.

Evening Standard

How Keir Starmer plunged in 674 days from 2024 election triumph to fighting for his political life

A timeline of the Prime Minister’s spectacular downfall after his landslide general election victory handed him the keys to No10

Pedestrian.tv

Will The 26/27 Budget Increase Your Rent? Finance Experts Break Down The Changes

The 26/27 budget shakes up negative gearing and capital gains tax. We asked experts what it actually means for renters.

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