New Delhi, Feb. 4 -- Delhi Cabinet Minister Parvesh Verma addressed a press conference at the Delhi Secretariat on Tuesday, describing the union Budget 2026-27 as a "next-generation budget" that strengthens India's economic foundation while accelerating Delhi's development.

He said that India has emerged as a trusted global economic power a confidence clearly reflected in major international trade decisions and growing investor faith in the Indian economy.

Referring to the recent reduction of tariffs on Indian goods by the United States to 18 percent, Verma termed it a major economic achievement for India, showcasing the world's increasing trust in India's strength, stability, and growth potential.

"India is a strong and reliable global ...