The Union Budget 2026 has delivered a carefully calibrated message to Indian students dreaming of global education. At a time when overseas study has become both a career necessity and a financial strain for middle-class families, the government has attempted to ease one major pain point while tightening another. By reducing the Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on overseas education remittances and simultaneously introducing clearer foreign asset disclosure rules, the Budget seeks to strike a balance between affordability, transparency, and tax compliance. For lakhs of Indian students heading to universities…

The Union Budget 2026–27 has placed students and young learners at the heart of India’s long-term growth strategy. At a time when rising education costs, employability gaps, and global competition are shaping student aspirations, the government has announced a series of targeted measures aimed at improving access to education, reducing financial stress, and strengthening skill readiness. From reforms in education loans to large-scale investments in skill development and the establishment of new universities, the budget signals a decisive push towards building a future-ready student population. Education Loans: Making Higher Studies…

In a significant move with far-reaching implications for patients, families, and the healthcare ecosystem, the government has announced fresh custom duty exemptions on a range of life-saving drugs and medicines used for the treatment of rare diseases. The decision reflects a growing policy focus on reducing the financial burden of critical healthcare and improving access to advanced therapies that are often priced beyond the reach of most households. For years, patient groups and medical professionals have highlighted how import duties and related levies sharply increase the cost of specialised medicines,…

Inflation, once a term mostly heard in economic debates and policy discussions, has firmly entered everyday household conversations across India. From grocery shopping to school fees and utility bills, families are feeling the pressure of rising prices in ways that directly affect their monthly budgets and long-term financial planning. While official inflation numbers may fluctuate month to month, the lived experience of citizens tells a deeper story of tightening expenses and careful trade-offs. Over the past year, price increases have been driven by a mix of global factors such as…