-1769767640090_d.png "Debt-to-GDP ratio to guide fiscal policy rather than fiscal deficit: Budget 2026")
The upcoming Union Budget 2026 is expected to prioritise lowering India’s debt-to-GDP ratio over a fixed fiscal deficit target, aiming to bring debt down to around 50 percent by 2031 under the revised FRBM framework
30 January,2026 10:55 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
The NSE and BSE will open on Sunday, 1 February 2026, for regular trading during the Union Budget presentation by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. While trading occurs normally, settlement will take place on Monday, February 2, 2026
30 January,2026 01:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The Reserve Bank of India said India will remain the fastest-growing major economy in 2025-26, citing strong domestic fundamentals, export diversification, stable inflation and resilient banking systems, offering optimism ahead of the Union Budget 2026
27 January,2026 06:32 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
India is expected to remain a global bright spot as government capital expenditure may cross Rs 12 lakh crore in FY27, marking 10 per cent annual growth, according to an SBI Research report. Fiscal deficit is projected at 4.2 per cent of GDP amid stable macro fundamentals
27 January,2026 06:03 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
