This research investigates the divergent narrative constructions of the Union Budget 2024 by two of India’s leading print publications: The Hindu and The Economic Times. By applying qualitative content analysis to articles published between July 23 and July 27, 2024, the study examines how editorial philosophies influence the "valence framing" and "tonal orientation" of fiscal policy. Findings suggest that while both outlets utilize analytical narrative styles, they construct fundamentally different economic realities one cantered on socio-institutional governance and the other on market-driven growth.