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A local business has won an award for its contribution to the community. The business has been recognized for its efforts to promote sustainable practices and for its commitment to supporting local charities. The award is a testament to the positive impact that small businesses can have on their communities.

 *Top Highlights of Union Budget 2025-26* 🚨  

Here’s a quick snapshot of the key announcements, with a special focus on *tax reforms*:  

📌 *Tax Reforms*

✅ *No Income Tax* for income up to *₹12 lakh*under the new regime.  

✅ *Two Self-Occupied Properties* can now be valued at *Nil* for tax purposes (up from one).  

✅ *TDS Threshold on Rent* raised to *₹6 lakh* (from ₹2.4 lakh).  

✅ *TCS on Education Loans* up to *₹10 lakh* removed for loans from specified financial institutions.  

✅ *Time Limit for Updated Returns* extended from 2 years to *4 years*.  

✅ *New Income Tax Bill* to be introduced next week, focusing on *simplification* and *ease of compliance*.  

✅ *TDS/TCS Rationalisation*: Reduced number of rates and adjusted thresholds to benefit the middle class.  

✅ *Faceless Assessment* and *Taxpayer Charter* to continue, with 99% of returns processed based on self-assessment.  

📌 *Healthcare & Education*  

✅ 10,000 additional medical seats in 2025-26; 75,000 seats targeted in 5 years.  

✅ 200 new cancer centers to be established.  

✅ 50,000 Atal Tinkering Labs in govt schools; broadband for all secondary schools.  

📌 *Infrastructure & Economy*

✅ Fiscal deficit target: 4.8% (FY25), 4.4% (FY26).  

✅ ₹1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund for city growth hubs.  

✅ Modified UDAN scheme to connect 120 new destinations.  

✅ 100GW nuclear energy target by 2047.  

📌 *Agriculture & Rural Development*

✅ Kisan Credit Card limit increased to ₹5 lakh.  

✅ 6-year ‘Atmanirbharta Mission’ for self-reliance in pulses.  

✅ Makhana Board to be set up in Bihar for value addition.  

📌 *MSMEs & Startups*

✅ Credit guarantee cover for MSMEs raised to *₹10 crore*.  

✅ Deeptech Fund of Funds to boost tech innovation.  

✅ FDI in insurance hiked to *100%*.  

📌 *Women & Youth Empowerment*

✅ New scheme for SC/ST women offering *5-year term loans*.  

✅ 5 National Centres of Excellence for Skilling to equip youth.  

✅ Saksham Anganwadi & Poshan 2.0 to benefit 8 crore children & 1 crore mothers.  

📌 *Tourism & Culture* 

✅ Homestays to get Mudra loans; medical tourism to be promoted.  

✅ Top 50 tourist destinations to be developed with states.  

📌 *Green Energy & Sustainability*

✅ Incentives for renewable energy projects.  

✅ Mission for solar PV cells, electrolysers, and grid-scale batteries.  

This budget focuses on *growth, inclusivity, and sustainability*, paving the way for a #ViksitBharat! 🇮🇳

A local athlete has won a national championship in their respective sport. The athlete has worked hard for years to achieve this goal and has made the city proud. The community is encouraged to support and celebrate the achievements of our local athletes.

A new road construction project has begun in the city to improve transportation and reduce traffic congestion. The project is expected to take several months to complete, and drivers are advised to take alternative routes to avoid delays and disruptions.