Economic Survey 2026 Live Updates: On free trade agreement between India and European Union, PM Modi said, "At the very beginning of this quarter, the free trade agreement between India and the European Union is a glimpse of how bright the coming century will be. This free trade is for an ambitious India."

"This agreement with 27 countries will bring a major opportunity for the youth of our country, farmers, manufacturers, and those in the service sector who are eager to go to different countries. I am fully confident that, in a way, this is a very big step towards a confident, competitive, and productive India," he added.

Economic Survey 2026 Live Updates: Speaking at the start of the Budget Session of Parliament, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "One quarter of the 21st century has passed, and the beginning of the second quarter is underway. This marks the start of the second quarter. To achieve the goal of a developed India by 2047, this important 25-year phase is beginning. This is the first budget of the second quarter of this century."

Economic Survey 2026 Live Updates: In her address to both Houses of Parliament on Wednesday, President Droupadi Murmu said the country's economic foundation has grown significantly stronger over the past eleven years, and government policies have resulted in higher incomes for citizens.

She said that the conclusion of negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) will give impetus to India's manufacturing and service sectors and create new employment opportunities for the country's youth.

"Over the past 11 years, the economic foundation of the country has grown significantly stronger. Despite various global crises, India has remained the fastest-growing major economy in the world," Murmu said.

She also stated the government is moving on the path of 'Reforms Express', benefitting the poor and middle class, and the historic GST 2.0 reform rolled out in 2025 has ensured savings of ₹1 lakh crore for citizens.

Economic Survey 2026 Live Updates: The live coverage of Economic Survey can be watched on Sansad TV and Doordarshan, as well as on the official Union Budget website (indiabudget.gov.in).

Economic Survey 2026 Live Updates: Ahead of the Economic Survey, the rupee hit an all-time low of 92 against the US Dollar in early trade on Thursday, weighed down by steady dollar demand and a cautious global mood.

At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 91.95 and lost ground to trade at 92 against the greenback, down 1 paisa from its previous close amid increased month-end dollar demand.

Economic Survey of India 2026 Live Updates: As Economic Survey 2026 will be presented on Thursday, here are key things to look out for in the report:

• Economic growth projections
• Inflation outlook
• Fiscal deficit target
• Government policies and reforms
• Sectoral performance
• Employment and job creation

Economic Survey Live Updates: The Economic Survey, a report card on India's growth, is prepared by the Economic Division of the Department of Economic Affairs under the Ministry of Finance.