February 2, 2026

Most Australian Homeowners Won’t See Mortgage Repayment Rise After RBA Rate Hike

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is set to raise interest rates. But most of the 3.3 million mortgaged homeowners won’t see higher monthly payments as many already pay extra each month. Only those paying minimum amounts face rising repayments, warns experts.

February 2, 2026

India Raises Duty-Free Limit to ₹75,000 for Imported Goods

India’s government raised the duty-free limit for imported goods from ₹50,000 to ₹75,000. The new rule starts February 2, 2026, and applies to residents and tourists arriving by air or sea.

February 2, 2026

Budget 2026 Boosts Fisheries and Animal Husbandry with New Schemes and Funding

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launches new fisheries and animal husbandry schemes in Budget 2026. The plan focuses on reservoir development, market support for fishers, and rural employment through credit-linked subsidies.

February 2, 2026

India’s Budget 2026 Prioritizes Domestic Manufacturing, Cuts Import Reliance Amid Global Challenges

India’s 2026 Budget aims to boost manufacturing and cut imports, especially from China, amid global tensions. It plans tariff changes, rare earths corridors, and MSME support to build self-reliance.

February 2, 2026

Union Budget 2026 Boosts Coastal Shipping, Launches ₹10,000 Crore Container Making Push

Union Budget 2026 promotes coastal and inland shipping with ₹10,000 crore for container production, tax reliefs, and new freight corridors. The goal: double waterways cargo share from 6% to 12%.