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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026 at 11 am, marking her ninth consecutive budget and setting a parliamentary record. The budget comes at a time of global economic uncertainty, trade tensions, and geopolitical stress.
Nirmala Sitharaman to Present Ninth Union Budget
The government has raised commercial LPG cylinder prices by ₹49 ahead of the Budget, while keeping domestic LPG cylinder rates unchanged, offering relief to households amid pre-Budget adjustments.
Before presenting Budget 2026, President Droupadi Murmu offered Dahi Cheeni (Curd and Sugar) to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. This is considered a traditional ritual performed prior to the budget.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, along with MoS Pankaj Chaudhary, met President Droupadi Murmu and submitted the Budget copy. This will be Sitharaman’s 9th consecutive Budget, raising public expectations.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026-27 in Parliament at 11 am today. For her ninth consecutive budget, her attire received special attention, as always. Her saree on Budget Day is not just a fashion statement, but also a message of Indian culture and tradition.
This year, the Finance Minister wore a maroon handwoven Kanjivaram silk saree. This saree reflects the traditional weaving art of Tamil Nadu. The light golden-brown check design ('kattam') and coffee brown border on the saree further enhance the saree's grandeur. Experts say this outfit also conveys a message of self-reliant India and support for local artisans.
Equity Markets Remain Cautious Ahead of Budget, Move in Narrow Range
Cuba is facing a deepening economic and humanitarian crisis as fuel shortages, daily blackouts, and soaring prices disrupt life in Havana and beyond. With pressure mounting from abroad, ordinary Cubans are struggling to meet basic needs.
Gold and silver prices witnessed a sharp correction after touching record highs, with MCX futures crashing heavily. Profit booking, a stronger US dollar, and budget-related caution triggered volatility, raising questions about whether gold can recover next week.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was seen outside the Finance Ministry with her team, standing beside the Union Budget 2026 board. She is scheduled to present the Union Budget 2026 in the Lok Sabha at 11 AM today.
According to the List of Business, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will seek permission in the Lok Sabha to introduce the Finance Bill 2026, after which the bill will be formally presented. The Finance Bill gives legal backing to all government financial proposals, enabling the implementation of tax measures and other financial decisions outlined in the Union Budget.
The Makar Gate of the Parliament House has been beautifully decorated with flowers. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will enter Parliament through this gate to present the Union Budget 2026, marking her ninth budget. This year, the budget is expected to focus on tax relief for the common man, improved railway facilities, new employment opportunities, and controlling inflation. All eyes are now on her speech for the roadmap to turn these expectations into reality.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrived at Kartavya Bhawan ahead of presenting the Union Budget 2026 today. She was accompanied by Finance Minister of State Pankaj Chaudhary. Earlier, the headquarters of the Finance Ministry was located in North Block, but it has now been shifted to Kartavya Bhawan on Janpath.
Finance Minister of State Pankaj Chaudhary has left his residence and is on his way to the Finance Ministry. Today, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026 in Parliament.
Even on Sunday, the stock markets will have a regular live trading session as Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget at 11 am. Earlier, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) issued a circular stating that on Sunday, February 1, 2026, the markets will remain open from 9:15 am to 3:30 pm to coincide with the budget presentation.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to make history by presenting the Union Budget for the ninth consecutive time, creating a new record. By presenting the next budget, she will equal the record of former Prime Minister Morarji Desai, who had presented the budget 10 times. Sitharaman also becomes the second woman to present the Union Budget after Indira Gandhi, who had presented the budget while serving as Prime Minister.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the 80th Union Budget 2026 at 11 am in the Central Hall of Parliament. With this, she will create history by presenting her record ninth consecutive budget. This will be only the second time that a Union Budget is being presented on a Sunday. Earlier, former Finance Minister Yashwant Sinha had presented the budget on February 28, 1999, which also fell on a Sunday.
New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026 in the Lok Sabha today, February 1, at 11 am. With this, she will become the first Finance Minister to present her ninth consecutive budget, setting a new record in parliamentary history. This budget will not only set the economic direction but also provide a glimpse of the development roadmap for the coming years.
This budget is being presented at a time when geopolitical tensions, trade conflicts, and economic uncertainty prevail around the world. In particular, tariff and trade wars with several countries, including the United States, are impacting the global economy. Consequently, the government is expected to announce concrete measures to protect the country's economy from global shocks.
Every major budget announcement, tax changes, schemes, and policy decisions are being closely monitored across the country. Stay tuned to the live blog for every minute update on Budget 2026.
