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On the night of November 8, 2016, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a sudden and sweeping change: ₹500 and ₹1,000 notes, which made up 86% of India’s currency in circulation, would no longer be legal tender by midnight. The goal was clear and ambitious — to eliminate black money, stop counterfeit currency, and push India toward a digital, transparent economy. Millions of Indians watched in disbelief as the country braced for a transformation. Yet, nearly ten years later,

The world shifted dramatically on February 28, 2026, when the United States and Israel launched coordinated airstrikes on Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. This event triggered one of the most intense geopolitical crises in recent memory. Five weeks later, the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global energy supplies, remains effectively closed. This closure has sent global oil prices soaring past $100 per barrel, up from $65 before the conflict began. Inflation

The Union Budget 2026 Live is set to capture the attention of investors, salaried professionals, and tech entrepreneurs across India. For the first time in years, the budget presentation falls on a Sunday, marking a rare historical moment. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will deliver her 9th consecutive budget, a record in itself. This year’s budget is not just about numbers; it is a roadmap for Vision 2047, aiming to shape India’s economic and technological future.