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  Union Budget 2025-26: Key Highlights and Impact on Various Sectors Defense Budget Sees a Significant Increase The Union Budget 2025-26 has allocated over Rs 6.81 lakh crore for the Ministry of Defence (MoD), marking a 9.53% increase from the current financial year. This allocation underscores the government's commitment to strengthening national security and modernizing defense infrastructure. Capital Expenditure Allocation Rises Marginally A sum of Rs 11.21 lakh crore has been earmarked for capital expenditure in 2025-26, reflecting a 0.9% increase compared to the 2024-25 budget estimates. This rise is aimed at sustaining infrastructure development and boosting economic growth. Urban Challenge Fund to Boost City Growth To enhance urban infrastructure and transform cities into economic hubs, the budget has introduced a Rs 1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund. This initiative is expected to drive sustainable urbanization and improve living standards. Basic Customs Duties Rejig...