π¦ Economy / Policy
β’ Government has sought Parliament approval for additional expenditure of βΉ2.81 trillion in FY26, reflecting higher spending needs π
β’ Indiaβs textile recycling market is projected to reach $3.5 billion by 2030, potentially creating around 1 lakh jobs, according to a report ππ
β’ Bharat Tex 2026 initiative has been launched in Delhi, signalling renewed policy focus on boosting textile exports and investments π§΅π
β’ Government has eased FDI norms for bordering nations including China, potentially unlocking investments in electronics, renewables and other sectors πΉ
π’ Companies / Sectors
β’ Gas distribution stocks such as Adani Total Gas and Gujarat Gas rallied up to 15% amid the domestic gas crisis and expectations of supportive policy action π₯π
β’ Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders has been granted Navratna status, with an order book of about βΉ23,758 crore, strengthening its defence PSU profile βπ
π Global / World
β’ US President Trump announced plans for the first new US oil refinery in 50 years with Indiaβs Reliance, signalling deeper energy collaboration π’οΈπ
β’ Volkswagen plans to cut about 50,000 jobs in Germany by 2030 as it restructures amid profit pressure and the EV transition πβ οΈ
