Economy

Karnataka Budget 2025: Massive push for ‘Brand Bengaluru’ as CM announces several infrastructure projects for city

The Karnataka Budget for the 2025-26 financial year emphasises the development of “Brand Bengaluru,” with significant investment directed towards the city. A ₹27,000 crore plan was proposed to construct a 73 km road by renaming the long-delayed Peripheral Ring Road project as the ‘Bengaluru Business Corridor’. Additionally, several initiatives were announced to reduce traffic congestion. […]

Economy

Karnataka Budget 2025: Massive push for ‘Brand Bengaluru’ as CM announces several infrastructure projects for city

The Karnataka Budget for the 2025-26 financial year emphasises the development of “Brand Bengaluru,” with significant investment directed towards the city. A ₹27,000 crore plan was proposed to construct a 73 km road by renaming the long-delayed Peripheral Ring Road project as the ‘Bengaluru Business Corridor’. Additionally, several initiatives were announced to reduce traffic congestion. […]

Economy

Karnataka State Budget 2025: To implement horticulture development scheme

Karnataka will implement a Comprehensive Horticulture Development Scheme – 2.0 with an outlay of ₹95 crore in the financial year 2025-26 to take the technology developments to farmers. Presenting the state budget for financial year 2025-26, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said “Contribution of horticulture crops is significant in augmenting farmers’ income. In this background, to ensure […]

Kurtis under ₹500: Fashion on a budget? These stylish kurtis say ‘challenge accepted’ | Fashion Trends

Who says fashion has to cost a fortune? With these stunning kurtis under Rupees 500, you can look effortlessly chic without making your wallet cry. These kurtis prove that style doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. From vibrant prints to elegant solids, they bring the perfect mix of comfort and class, without […]

Karnataka’s Budget 2025 focuses on affordable housing, infrastructure, and flood mitigation

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, presenting the state budget for 2025-26 on March 7, emphasized the government’s commitment to fiscal discipline while unveiling initiatives to strengthen infrastructure and drive economic growth. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, presenting the state budget for 2025-26 on March 7, prioritized affordable housing, traffic decongestion, flood mitigation, and infrastructure development(Karnataka Chief Minister’s […]

Economy

Karnataka Budget 2025: KCCI said costal region does not addressed specific needs

While acknowledging the Karnataka government’s efforts in driving economic growth and maintaining fiscal prudence, the Kanara Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has said that the Karnataka budget 2025-26 does not adequately address the specific needs of Coastal Karnataka. It suggested the government to introduce targeted policies to develop Mangaluru as a regional economic hub, […]

Economy

Karnataka Budget 2025: CM proposes to formulate new Fisheries Policy for State

The Karnataka government is planning formulate a new Fisheries Policy for the state, according to the Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah. Presenting the Karnataka budget for 2025-26 in Bengaluru on Friday, he said a new Fisheries Policy will be formulated in the state to ensure the protection of fishery resource and to encourage sustainable fishing and economic […]

Economy

DPIIT in talks with other Ministries on Budget promise of sharing Gati Shakti data with private sector

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has initiated talks with various ministries and departments to take forward the Budget 2026 promise of allowing the private sector limited access to Gati Shakti data and maps, sources said. “Some departments like Post are ready to start sharing their data and maps soon while […]