Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:44pm on 10 May 2026,Sunday India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to conserve fuel, avoid unnecessary foreign travel, and reduce imports amid rising global energy prices linked to the ongoing West Asia conflict. Speaking in Hyderabad, Modi advised people to use petrol, diesel, and cooking gas “with great restraint” and encouraged greater use of public transport, carpooling, electric vehicles, and work-from-home practices. He also appealed to citizens to postpone overseas vacations and reduce non-essential gold purchases to help protect India’s foreign exchange reserves. Modi said collective public participation and responsible consumption are crucial to reducing the economic impact of global instability on India’s economy. (PC: The Hindu)
