Bhubaneswar, Jan. 29 -- Only two days remain before Finance MinisterNirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2026-27 in Parliament on February 1. This will be her ninth consecutive budget presentation and the second budget of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term.

People across the country are eagerly awaiting the announcements, with high expectations from the middle class, youth, and women. Speculation suggests that the Finance Minister may unveil measures aimed at controlling rising prices, providing tax relief, promoting employment, and supporting women's skill development.

The public is hopeful for initiatives that could reduce the cost of essential goods, including petrol, diesel, medicines, household items, clothing, housi...