The president went on to say that Upliftment of farmers and their income is the prime objective of this government. He also said that it is our dutyNEW DELHI: The Budget session 2018 began with President Ram Nath Kovind 's joint address to both houses of the parliament. At present, Digital Payments are being carried out in more than 400 schemes of the government. 'BHIM App' is playing a major role in promoting digital transactions. The economic survey will also be tabled today.Finance Minister Arun Jaitley will present the Budget 2018 on February 1, enlisting government's income and expenditure presenting an elaborate account before the Parliament.The first phase of the Budget session will be from January 29 to February 9.

Source: Economic Times January 29, 2018 04:21 UTC