The Economic Times

Chidambaram terms budget as cautious, forgettable; BJP praises Modi for winning taxpayers trust, more capex for infra

Opposition leaders criticize the Union Budget as forgettable and lacking in key areas. They point to reduced allocations for crucial ministries and neglect of non-NDA states. Conversely, the BJP lauds Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for enhancing India's global position and earning taxpayer confidence.