Union Budget Day Keeps Markets Volatile as Nifty Holds 25,300 | Market Insights February 1, 2026

In today’s episode of Indian Market in Minutes from Motilal Oswal Research Desk, host Shivangi Sarda Malpani walks you through the key market action on Union Budget Day. Markets remained volatile as expected, with Nifty opening on a weak note but trading in a tight range for most of the session. FIIs turned net buyers with inflows of ₹2,478 Cr, while DIIs booked profits. India VIX rose to 13.63, reflecting elevated uncertainty around the Budget. Follow this podcast for daily market updates and solid trading advice.