Budget 2026: FM Sitharaman announces Rs 10,000 cr MSME growth fund to tariff-proof sector

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled significant support for MSMEs in Budget 2026, aiming to bolster their growth and employment generation. The budget also introduced measures to address rising gold prices, with the Finance Minister highlighting the government's commitment to stabilizing the market. These announcements come amidst a backdrop of global economic uncertainties and India's strong reliance on gold imports.