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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin a six-day visit to the UAE, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy on Friday. The tour will focus on strengthening strategic partnerships, energy security, trade, investment, and bilateral cooperation with leaders of the respective nations
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The Indian government’s policy response appears reactive rather than preventive, as higher gold import duties may fuel smuggling and increase reliance on recycled gold
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reduced the size of his convoy as part of austerity measures amid the West Asia crisis. Several BJP chief ministers have also announced cuts in vehicle use, encouraged carpooling and promoted fuel conservation and public transport
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Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal, Union ministers, chief ministers, and state leaders across India have adopted fuel-saving measures, including reduced convoy sizes, metro and train travel, EV use, and travel restrictions, amid global energy concerns triggered by the West Asia conflict
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Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra travelled by metro to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s fuel-saving appeal amid global economic uncertainty. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also directed ministers and officials to minimise vehicle use, promote carpooling, and prioritise public transport as part of an energy conservation initiative
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India increased gold and silver import duties to 15 per cent to curb rising imports and protect foreign exchange reserves amid the West Asia crisis. The move follows PM Narendra Modi’s austerity appeal as soaring oil costs, a weak rupee, and inflation intensify economic pressure on the country
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reduced his convoy size during recent visits to promote austerity and fuel conservation amid the West Asia crisis. The move follows his public appeal encouraging reduced petrol and diesel usage, greater adoption of electric vehicles, metro travel, carpooling, and work-from-home practices
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The Prime Minister’s appeal for austerity reflects growing concern that the Iran conflict is emerging as an economic threat capable of driving up inflation, fuel prices and household costs across India
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Arvind Kejriwal criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over proposed austerity measures, questioning the country’s economic condition and why sacrifices were demanded mainly from the middle class. He also linked the appeal to global tensions, including the America-Iran conflict
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Shiv Sena UBT’s Saamana editorial claimed Tamil Nadu saw a political shift as Vijay’s TVK formed government, ending DMK–AIADMK dominance. It highlighted slim majority concerns, central influence, and early welfare measures, while noting challenges for stability, governance, and fiscal discipline
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India’s gold imports hit a record $71.98 billion in 2025-26 despite lower import volumes, driven mainly by soaring global prices and safe-haven demand amid West Asia tensions. Rising imports widened India’s trade deficit, prompting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to urge austerity and postpone gold purchases
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BJP State president N Ramchander Rao said the party had no connection with the case involving Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s son, Bandi Bhageerath. He termed it a family matter, defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks and criticised the Congress government over temple incidents.
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The BJP hit back at Rahul Gandhi for criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s austerity appeal amid the West Asia crisis, accusing Congress of prioritising politics over nation-building. BJP leaders defended Modi’s call for fuel conservation, self-reliance and economic discipline as responsible leadership during global uncertainty
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav in Gujarat, said no global power could force India to bow under pressure, recalled the 1998 Pokhran nuclear tests and criticised appeasement politics linked to issues of national self-respect
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Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi’s appeal for citizens to reduce fuel use and postpone travel amid the global energy crisis, calling it “evidence of failure.” The remarks came after Narendra Modi urged austerity measures to conserve foreign exchange
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The Indian National Congress attacked Narendra Modi over his appeal for austerity measures amid the West Asia conflict, calling it proof of economic failure. Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge accused the government of shifting responsibility onto citizens after years of mismanagement
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Industry experts backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to avoid non-essential gold purchases, saying it would help conserve foreign exchange reserves. They also urged revival of the Gold Monetisation Scheme to protect artisans, reduce imports and improve India’s macroeconomic stability
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said appeasement politics had historically opposed restoration of cultural heritage sites like the Somnath Temple and the Ram Mandir. Addressing the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav, he asserted India would never bow to external pressure
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal asking citizens to reduce gold purchases, fuel use and foreign travel amid the global energy crisis. He called it a sign of “policy failure,” while the government defended it as economic prudence during West Asia tensions
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Somnath Amrutparv-2026 celebrations in Gujarat as the Somnath Temple marks 75 years since its post-Independence reconstruction. The event includes rituals, a commemorative coin and stamp release, an exhibition on the temple’s history, and an Indian Air Force aerial display
