Budget 2024: With India poised for the upcoming Union Budget, the central government convened an all-party meeting in Parliament today, adhering to the pre-session tradition.All-party meeting likely to be held in Parliament todayParty leaders presented their desired issues, while the government offered a glimpse into its agenda and sought collaboration.This shortened session, spanning January 31 to February 9, signifies the Lok Sabha elections in 2024. It serves as a prelude to the full-fledged budget presented by the incoming government. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table an interim budget during this session.President Murmu to address Parliamentary session inaugurationPresident Droupadi Murmus address will mark the sessions inauguration, setting the tone for deliberations on key matters before the nation heads to the polls.This meetings outcome will be crucial in gauging the level of consensus and potential legislative roadblocks leading up to the elections.