In this episode of Budget Insights, a podcast series from EY India Insights, Dr. D.K. Srivastava, Chief Policy Advisor at EY India, highlights areas that Budget 2026 could focus on in terms of fiscal consolidation, growth amid geopolitical uncertainties and government expenditure priorities. A distinguished economist and member of the Advisory Council to the 16th Finance Commission, Dr. Srivastava provides macroeconomic perspectives on tax revenue trends, expenditure patterns and revised estimates, offering a nuanced view of the emergin ...