Budget 2026: Mega AI Boost Planned to Attract Global Tech Giants

• Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman likely to present Union Budget 2026 on February 1.
• Budget session expected to commence from January 28, with official dates pending.
• Government plans a "mega AI boost" with incentives to attract global tech giants.
• The initiative aims to spur AI-led investments, local job creation, and infrastructure development.
• Budget comes amidst challenges like delayed trade deal with the US, impacting Indian exporters.

Why It Matters: Budget 2026 eyes major AI investment and job creation by attracting global tech firms.