India, Jan. 21 -- As the Union Budget for FY2026-27 approaches, India's technology, media and telecom (TMT) sectors are preparing for a policy reset shaped by global trade tensions, rapid regulatory change and accelerating adoption of artificial intelligence. The Budget, expected to be presented in February 2026, will be closely watched for signals on trade competitiveness, tax certainty, digital infrastructure and cybersecurity.

With the global trade environment remaining volatile,particularly following renewed tariff actions by the United States, India faces the challenge of balancing domestic manufacturing priorities with the need to remain an open and predictable trading partner. Customs and trade policy decisions in the upcoming Bud...