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Budget Session

PM Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi share a rare cordial interaction in Parliament during an event on Jyotirao Phule.

CM Yogi Adityanath stirred a political storm in the UP Assembly, saying those who oppose Vande Mataram have no right to live in India, while defending his government’s development and law-and-order record.

The first phase of Parliament’s Budget Session has concluded, with the Rajya Sabha adjourned until March 9. Standing Committees will now examine Union Budget 2026–27 proposals during the recess.

The UP Budget Session opens with opposition protests, with MLA Dr Rajeshwar Singh criticising disruptions of the Governor’s address and calling for disciplined democratic conduct.

PM Modi targets Congress over lack of vision as he outlines reforms and future-focused governance in the Rajya Sabha during Opposition protests.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla asked PM Modi to skip the House on February 5 over potential Opposition disruption.

Union Budget’s emphasis on women-centric initiatives marks a positive step towards gender-responsive policymaking, though allocations remain modest compared to the scale of India’s challenges, said Sugandha Munshi.

The Sengol led President Murmu’s parliamentary welcome, reviving ancient symbolism that links India’s governance with dharma and civilisational values.

As the Budget Session of Parliament began, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended President Droupadi Murmu’s address.

Indian stock markets will remain open on Sunday, February 1, as the Union Budget 2026 is presented in Parliament.