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Union Budget 2026–27: Government announced India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 and enhanced support for electronics, SMEs, textiles and rare-earth manufacturing.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlined three ‘Kartavyas’ aimed at accelerating economic growth, fulfilling people’s aspirations and ensuring inclusive access to resources.

The Union Cabinet on Sunday approved the Budget for 2026–27, paving the way for Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to present her ninth consecutive Budget in the Lok Sabha.

Oil marketing companies raised prices of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders by Rs 49 from February 1, increasing input costs for hotels, restaurants and food businesses.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened almost unchanged on Budget Day as investors remained cautious ahead of major fiscal announcements.

For the first time, Part B of the Union Budget is expected to go beyond tax proposals and outline India’s long-term economic direction amid global uncertainty.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the third Union Budget of Modi 3.0 on February 1, 2026. This marks a significant milestone as it will be her ninth consecutive budget.

Kerala has created history by presenting India’s first standalone Elderly Budget alongside its main Budget for 2026–27.

Indian markets rise 1% this week as Nifty and Sensex stay resilient ahead of Budget 2026-27.

India’s fiscal deficit for April–December 2025-26 stood at Rs 8.55 lakh crore, lower than last year’s level, aided by higher revenues and controlled expenditure.