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Nirmala Sitharaman to present ninth budget today
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026 in the Lok Sabha on February 1, 2026, a Sunday, marking the first time in independent India's history. This will be her ninth consecutive budget, including one interim. The budget is expected to emphasize economic reforms, fiscal discipline, and addressing global challenges.