PM Modi's meet with CMs highlights: PM recalls ‘Team India’ effort during Covid-19 pandemic in meeting with CMs

India fuel crisis highlights: PM Narendra Modi, while speaking to CMs, stressed on the need for better communication and coordination between centre and the states to address challenges created by conflict in West Asia.

PM Modi chairs a meeting with the chief ministers of all states, except those heading poll-bound regions.

PM Modi's meet with CMs highlights: Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised on the need of centre-state coordination to tackle the crisis caused by the war in West Asia when he spoke with the chief ministers of all states, except those heading poll-bound regions, to review their preparedness and plans in light of the West Asia conflict....Read More

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• 28 Mar 2026, 04:02:33 AM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs: Key highlights

  • After his meeting with the chief ministers, PM Modi said he had “reaffirmed our Government’s commitment towards maintaining economic and trade stability, ensuring energy security, safeguarding the interests of citizens as well as strengthening industry and supply chains.”

  • During the meeting, defence minister Rajnath Singh highlighted that the government has been working actively under the leadership of Prime Minister to tackle this crisis and taking positive steps such as ensuring timely availability of LPG and reducing the excise duties on petrol and diesel.

  • PM stressed the importance of maintaining public confidence, saying clear assurances on the availability of essential commodities would help prevent panic. He also advised states with citizens in West Asia to activate helplines, appoint nodal officers, and set up district-level support systems.

  • The Prime Minister cautioned against the spread of misinformation and rumours, stating that timely dissemination of accurate and credible information is essential to prevent panic. He also advised vigilance against online frauds and fake agents.

  • The Prime Minister also urged states to ensure smooth supply chains and take strict action against hoarding and profiteering. He called for activating control rooms at state and district levels and maintaining administrative vigilance.

• 28 Mar 2026, 12:10:26 AM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Reaffirmed govt commitment to ensure energy security, says PM Modi after meeting

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: After his meeting with the chief ministers on the West Asia crisis, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he had “reaffirmed” his government's commitment to ensuring energy security during the meet.

  “Chaired a meeting with Chief Ministers and Lieutenant Governors of states to review the situation in the wake of the ongoing conflict in West Asia,” PM Modi said in a post on X.

  “Reaffirmed our Government’s commitment towards maintaining economic and trade stability, ensuring energy security, safeguarding the interests of citizens as well as strengthening industry and supply chains,” the Prime Minister added.

• 27 Mar 2026, 11:58:24 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: What did CMs say on the availability of petrol, LPG?

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The chief ministers in the meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence that the situation remains stable, with adequate availability of petrol, diesel, and LPG, according to a press release.

• 27 Mar 2026, 10:59:56 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Rajnath Singh says govt working actively to tackle crisis

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: During the meeting, defence minister Rajnath Singh highlighted that the government has been working actively under the leadership of Prime Minister to tackle this crisis and taking positive steps such as ensuring timely availability of LPG and reducing the excise duties on petrol and diesel. He further highlighted the need for collective action from all states, UTs and the centre to tackle the ongoing situation. (PIB release)

• 27 Mar 2026, 10:41:23 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Top 5 things discussed in the PM-CM meet

  Prime Minister Modi emphasised the need for vigilance, preparedness, and coordinated action to address the challenges caused by West Asia conflict, in a meeting with chief ministers of all states and UTs except poll-bound ones.
  
  Read about the 5 major things that were discussed during the meeting

• 27 Mar 2026, 10:23:08 PM IST

  India fuel crisis LIVE updates: Tiffin services in Dehradun's education hub disrupted

  India fuel crisis LIVE updates: Getting two meals a day for students residing in Karanpur, an education hub in Dehradun, has not only become difficult but also expensive due to the commercial LPG supply crunch.

  Once bustling with the activities of students preparing for competitive examinations, the streets in the locality have fallen silent these days.

  Students, who come here from the remote districts for coaching classes, usually rely on nearby affordable 'dhabas' and tiffin services for their food. However, these eateries have increased the price of a tiffin box following the alleged rise in LPG prices.
  
  Read more here

• 27 Mar 2026, 10:14:22 PM IST

  India fuel crisis LIVE updates: PM tells CMs to ensure people don't panic due to rumours of shortage of essentials

  India fuel crisis LIVE updates: PM stressed the importance of maintaining public confidence, saying clear assurances on the availability of essential commodities would help prevent panic. He also advised states with citizens in West Asia to activate helplines, appoint nodal officers, and set up district-level support systems to assist affected families and ensure timely information flo

• 27 Mar 2026, 10:04:51 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: PM stresses the need of dissemination of accurate information

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The PM cautioned against the spread of misinformation and rumours, stating that timely dissemination of accurate and credible information is essential to prevent panic. He also advised vigilance against online frauds and fake agents. PM called for special attention in border and coastal States to address any emerging challenges related to shipping, essential supplies, and maritime operations. (PIB press release)

• 27 Mar 2026, 09:46:12 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: PM urges states to take strict action against hoarding

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The Prime Minister also urged states to ensure smooth supply chains and take strict action against hoarding and profiteering. He called for activating control rooms at state and district levels and maintaining administrative vigilance to prevent disruptions. He also emphasised advance planning in the agriculture sector, particularly monitoring fertiliser storage and distribution, to ensure farmers do not face difficulties during the upcoming Kharif season, as per PBI release.

• 27 Mar 2026, 09:36:12 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: PM Modi asks states to tackle the rising challenges caused by West Asia conflict as ‘Team India’

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: In the meeting, PM Modi recalled the collective response during the Covid-19 pandemic, when the Centre and States worked together as “Team India” to mitigate the impact on supply chains, trade, and daily life.

• 27 Mar 2026, 09:34:17 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: PM Modi asks states for better communication and coordination between centre and states

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The meeting between PM Modi with CMs has concluded. In the meeting, PM stressed that the govt's priorities are to maintain economic and trade stability, ensure energy security, safeguard the interests of citizens, and strengthen industry and supply chains, said a PBI release.

  Emphasising the critical role of states, PM said that effective implementation of decisions takes place at the state level. He called for constant communication and coordination between the Centre and States, along with timely sharing of information and joint decision-making, so that responses are swift and well-aligned.

• 27 Mar 2026, 09:30:09 PM IST

  India fuel crisis LIVE updates: Near 2200 Indian Agriculture Research Institute asked to leave campus

  India fuel crisis LIVE updates: HT confirms that nearly 2200 students have been asked to leave campus and head home by Indian Agriculture Research Institute citing fuel crisis.

• 27 Mar 2026, 09:15:53 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Govt-run Indian Agriculture Research Institute asks some students to head home amid energy crisis

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Amid the energy crisis, govt-run Indian Agriculture Research Institute (IARI), Delhi has asked students of undergraduate batches, masters first year, and PhD first year batches to leave the campus for the respective homes and their classes will be conducted online from April 6, 2026, HT confirms. “Student were suffering. IARI tried their best for a week or so. But finally IARI took this decision,” an official said. "This decision was taken in consultation with students body and hostel administration," a second IARI official said.

• 27 Mar 2026, 09:04:48 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: FM hits back at opposition, calls criticism of excise cut 'shameful'

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday lashed out at the Opposition over its criticism of the Centre’s decision to cut excise duty on petrol and diesel, terming their remarks “petty” and “shameful” while asserting the move was meant to provide relief to the public.

  Responding to allegations that the decision was politically driven ahead of Assembly elections, Sitharaman told reporters, “This only shows how petty they can get. There can be nothing more petty than politicising a measure intended to benefit the public. It is shameful.”

• 27 Mar 2026, 08:50:02 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Govt sets up informal group of ministers led by Rajnath Singh with Amit Shah as member

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The government has set up an 'informal group of ministers' led by Defence minister Rajnath Singh to look into the issues arising due to the West Asia conflict, sources said on Friday.

  Union ministers Amit Shah, Nirmala Sitharaman and Hardeep Singh Puri are among the members of the informal group of ministers (IGOM), they said.

  The "arrangement" comes in view of the issues arising due to the impact of the West Asia conflict, the sources said. (PTI)

• 27 Mar 2026, 08:43:13 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: PM Modi in constant touch with leaders in West Asia since war broke out on Feb 28

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Emphasising India’s diplomatic outreach, PM Modi, while speaking in the Parliament earlier this week, said the country is in continuous contact with key stakeholders. “Since the war began, I’ve spoken twice with leaders across West Asia,” he said, adding that India remains in close touch with Gulf nations as well as Iran, Israel, and the United States.

  Reiterating India’s firm stance on international norms, the Prime Minister said, “Attacks on commercial ships and disruption of international waterways like the Strait of Hormuz is unacceptable,” and added, “India has condemned attacks on civilians, on civil infrastructure, and on energy and transport-related infrastructure.”

• 27 Mar 2026, 08:27:40 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Aim of meeting to ensure state and centre works as ‘Team India’ in light of West Asia conflict

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The virtual meeting between PM and CMs is aimed at ensuring synergy of efforts in the spirit of 'Team India', official sources told PTI.

  This is the first time that the prime minister held such a meeting with the chief ministers on the West Asia conflict which started on February 28 with the attack by the US-Israel on Iran. Iran also retaliated by firing on its Gulf neighbours and Israel.

• 27 Mar 2026, 08:09:57 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Jammu and Kashmir LG hails PM's decision to cut excise duty on fuel

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: J&K LG Manoj Sinha on Friday praised PM Modi for taking steps to shield households from supply disruptions caused by the West Asia crisis.

  He said the decision reflects a strong focus on citizen welfare and aims to protect the standard of living of ordinary Indians. In a post on X, Sinha added that the Centre has cut central excise duty by ₹10 per litre on both petrol and diesel, helping cushion consumers from rising costs.

• 27 Mar 2026, 08:01:24 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Govt assures India's petroleum and LPG supply remains under control

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has assured citizens that India’s petroleum and LPG supply remains fully secure and under control, with adequate stock available at all retail fuel outlets across the country.

  It emphasised that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG anywhere in India, and urged citizens not to be misled by what it described as a “deliberately mischievous, coordinated campaign of misinformation” aimed at creating unnecessary panic.

• 27 Mar 2026, 07:48:59 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: N Chandrababu Naidu welcome's govt decision to cut excise duty on petrol, diesel

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Earlier in the day, Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu had welcomed the union government's decision to cut excise duty on petrol and diesel, calling it a strong people-centric move.

  The chief minister said the decision would help shield the common man from global price volatility, noting that India is fortunate to have Prime Minister Narendra Modi providing stability amid challenging global conditions. (PTI)

• 27 Mar 2026, 07:43:04 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: PM urged Parliament to send message of peace to the world

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Calling for collective global action, the Prime Minister, in his Rajya Sabha speech, urged Parliament to send a strong message of peace. “In such a critical situation, it is essential that a united voice of peace and dialogue goes out to the entire world from this Upper House of India’s Parliament,” he said.

• 27 Mar 2026, 07:33:59 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: CMs of poll-bound states skip meeting

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: CMs of poll-bound states such as Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam, West Bengal and Puducherry are not participating in this meeting due to the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct. A separate meeting for the chief secretaries of these states will be convened by the cabinet secretariat.

• 27 Mar 2026, 07:29:35 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: PM had reached out to states earlier, seeking cooperation to tackle challenges caused by West Asia conflict

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: During his Rajya Sabha speech, the PM had reached out to the states, seeking their cooperation in dealing with challenges caused by the West Asia conflict. He urged the states for vigilance against hoarding and ensuring uninterrupted supply of essential commodities.

• 27 Mar 2026, 07:22:01 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh among attendees

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Home minister Amit Shah, defence minister Rajnath Singh also attending the meeting. Also present in the meeting are Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu, Chhattisgarh's Vishnu Dev Sai, Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, J&K CM Omar Abdullah, Punjab's Bhagwant Maan, MP CM Mohan Yadav, Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren, Pushkar Singh Dhami of Uttarakhand, Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, and Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis.

• 27 Mar 2026, 07:05:30 PM IST

  PM begins meeting with chief ministers over West Asia situation

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The virtual meeting, chaired by PM Modi has started, with the CMs.

• 27 Mar 2026, 06:51:20 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: PM Modi to inaugurate Phase I of Noida International Airport tomorrow

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: PM Modi will inaugurate Phase I of Noida International Airport in Jewar on March 28, said a ANI report.

  Modi said that the day is of immense importance for people of Uttar Pradesh and Delhi NCR, emphasising the enhanced connectivity and diversion of traffic from the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi.

  "Tomorrow, 28th March, is a day of immense importance for the people of Uttar Pradesh and the NCR. Phase I of Noida International Airport will be inaugurated. This will boost commerce and connectivity. It will ease congestion at the IGI Airport in Delhi," he said.

• 27 Mar 2026, 06:27:34 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Mamata Banerjee targets Centre over excise duty cuts

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee took a dig at the Centre, comparing their decision to reduce excise duty on petrol and diesel to "bargaining" in a Saree shop for prices.

  "This is like going shopping in a saree store. If you ask the price of a saree, he will perhaps tell you ₹1000. But after bargaining, he agrees to ₹400. Similarly, they have increased the price of gas. Even if they slash the excise duty now, where will the price actually stop?" Mamata Banerjee said.

  Expressing her concern over the public inconvenience due to the LPG crisis, she demanded that gas cylinders from Haldia must not be sent out of West Bengal.

  "What I am more concerned about is that the public should not face inconvenience...Although gas and petrol availability is sufficient in our region, I demand an overhaul in the entire administration - from Police officers to BDOs. I demand that the gas cylinders from Haldia in Bengal not be sent out of the state," she said. (ANI)

• 27 Mar 2026, 06:02:29 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Excise duty cut on petrol, diesel with eye on elections in four states, says TMC's Saket Gokhale

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The excise duty cut on petrol and diesel has been done with an eye on the upcoming assembly elections in four states and not because the government cared for consumers, TMC Rajya Sabha member Saket Gokhale says.

  Gokhale demands an assurance from finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman that fuel prices will not be increased after April 29, when voting is completed in four states - Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. (PTI)

• 27 Mar 2026, 05:35:21 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: BJP slams opposition's 'misleading campaign' on fuel prices

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The BJP launched a sharp attack on the opposition over its "misleading campaign" on fuel prices while welcoming the Centre's decision to cut excise duty on petrol and diesel, saying the move will provide major relief to the common people.

  BJP MP Anurag Thakur targeted the Congress, alleging that while the Narendra Modi government has reduced the burden on citizens, the Congress-ruled states have taken steps to increase it.

  "First of all, we express our gratitude to the prime minister for the historic decision to reduce excise duty on petrol and diesel. At a time when fuel prices have risen sharply across the world, India is perhaps the only country that has reduced excise duty and directly benefited 140 crore citizens," Thakur told reporters in the Parliament House complex.

• 27 Mar 2026, 05:01:11 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Gadkari welcomes govt's decision to cut duty on petrol and diesel

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Union minister Nitin Gadkari has welcomed the govt's decision to cut excise duty on petrol and diesel, saying it reflects the government’s strong commitment to public welfare.

  In a post on X, Gadkari described the move as a “citizen-focused step” taken at a time when global energy prices are rising due to the West Asia conflict.

  “Amid the ongoing fuel crisis in West Asia, which has pushed global energy prices upward, the Government of India has taken a timely and citizen-focused step by reducing excise duty on petrol and diesel,” he said.

• 27 Mar 2026, 04:39:07 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Gujarat CM hails PM Modi's decision to cut excise duty on petrol and diesel

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel has hailed the central government's decision to cut the excise duty on petrol and diesel, saying the move shows its commitment to protecting citizens from the impact of global instability.

  CM Patel said in a post on X, "Today, when crude oil prices have surged significantly at the global level, PM Modi has once again demonstrated his sensitivity towards the citizens by prioritizing their welfare above all. The Central Government has made a substantial reduction in excise duty on petrol and diesel, which reflects the PM's commitment to protecting every Indian from the impact of global instability."

  "I express my heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for taking this public welfare-oriented decision. I also thank Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for implementing this decision promptly," he added.

• 27 Mar 2026, 04:27:01 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Farooq Abdullah calls for end to war, prays for peace

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Friday called for an end to the conflict in West Asia so that people across the world could live in peace.

  "We are in a war situation. We all pray that God ends this war and peace prevails so that we all can live in peace," Abdullah told reporters after offering the Friday congregational prayers at Hazratbal Shrine here. (PTI)

• 27 Mar 2026, 04:08:15 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Congress says govt cut excise duty on petrol, diesel to influence assembly elections

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The Congress alleges that the government’s decision to cut excise duty on petrol and diesel was driven by upcoming assembly elections, noting that consumer fuel prices were not reduced even when global crude oil prices declined on seven occasions over the past 12 years.

  The opposition’s criticism came after the Centre reduced excise duty on petrol by ₹3 per litre and fully exempted diesel from the levy.

  Congress general secretary (communications) Jairam Ramesh said, “When global crude oil prices fell, as they did on seven different occasions in the past 12 years, consumer prices in India were not reduced.”

  “Today’s announcement is because of assembly elections. Wait till April 30,” he added.

• 27 Mar 2026, 03:34:52 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Fadnavis thanks PM Modi, says excise duty cut will benefit consumers

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said the petrol excise duty cut announced by the central government will shield consumers from the impact of rising global crude prices amid the ongoing war in West Asia.

  Welcoming the government's announcement to slash excise duty on petrol to ₹3 a litre and exempt diesel from the duty, Fadnavis thanked the Union government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for giving this "big benefit" to consumers.

  "The burden (due to the situation in West Asia) won't be passed on to consumers," he said.

  Fadnavis appealed people not to queue up at petrol pumps. "We have enough fuel," he said. There is also no need for hoarding of domestic gas, he added. (PTI)

• 27 Mar 2026, 02:58:50 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: J&K CM Omar Abdullah requests PM Modi to use his influence to end the 'unjust and illegal war in Iran

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah condemned the "unjust and illegal war imposed on Iran" and requested PM Modi to use his influence to end the war in the interest of humanity.

  He made the statement in the Legislative Assembly as the Leader of the House after several National Conference MLAs pressed for it, even as BJP legislators maintained that the Iran crisis is an international issue and does not fall in the domain of the House.

  "On behalf of myself and my colleagues, I strongly condemn this unjust and illegal war imposed on Iran. I express my deepest condolences over the loss of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his associates and all those who have lost their lives in this conflict," the chief minister said.

• 27 Mar 2026, 02:46:19 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Chief ministers of poll-bound states to skip meeting with PM

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The chief ministers of Kerala, Assam, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal will skip the meeting as the Model Code of Conduct is in force ahead of Assembly elections in these states. Meanwhile, the cabinet secretariat will convene a separate meeting with the chief secretaries of poll-bound Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam, Kerala and the Union Territory of Puducherry, according to PTI.

• 27 Mar 2026, 02:26:33 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Congress MP Imran Masood criticises PM over delayed response to West Asia conflict

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: As the Centre reduced excise duty on petrol and diesel amid escalating tensions in West Asia, Congress MP Imran Masood on Friday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging a delayed response to key decisions.

  Speaking to ANI, Masood said the government had failed to act in time despite the need for a neutral stance, leaving the country “stranded” and facing potential consequences. He described the situation as “dire”, adding that people are increasingly worried, with reports of commercial LPG cylinders being unavailable and widespread distress among citizens.

• 27 Mar 2026, 02:11:02 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma praises PM Modi, welcomes fuel duty cut as relief for families

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: In an X post, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said, "In this era of global challenges, the leadership of the Honorable Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji is proving to be a protective shield for the country. The decision to reduce the central excise duty on petrol from ₹13 to ₹3 per liter and on diesel from ₹10 to zero is highly commendable."

  "This sensitive step will provide economic strength to millions of families across the country. At the same time, they will remain free from the uncertainties of global fluctuations. My appeal is that all citizens stay away from rumors and unite to contribute to the progress of the state and the nation," he added.

• 27 Mar 2026, 02:07:31 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: No lockdown plans, says Hardeep Singh Puri, calls rumours ‘irresponsible and harmful’

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday dismissed rumours of a nationwide lockdown, saying the government is not considering any such move.

  Urging people to remain calm, he called the spread of such speculation “irresponsible and harmful”, especially amid an ongoing global crisis

• 27 Mar 2026, 01:26:26 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Centre raises commercial LPG allocation to 70% of pre-crisis levels

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The central government has increased commercial LPG allocations to states by 20 per cent, taking the total quota to 70 per cent of pre-crisis demand to support industrial needs, including sectors such as steel and automobiles.

  In a letter to state chief secretaries, Oil Secretary Neeraj Mittal directed that the additional supply be prioritised for labour-intensive industries like steel, automobiles, textiles, dyes, chemicals and plastics, which are critical to supporting other essential sectors.

  "In addition to the existing 50 per cent allocation, an additional 20 per cent is now proposed, that would bring the total commercial LPG allocation to 70 per cent of the pre-crisis level of the packed non-domestic LPG," he wrote.

  (PTI)

• 27 Mar 2026, 12:58:23 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Why PM Modi is holding talks with states on West Asia conflict ?

  The prime minister will interact with the CMs on Friday evening through video conferencing on the West Asia conflict to review preparedness and plans of states. The meeting will focus on ensuring synergy of efforts in the spirit of Team India.

  The interaction will review the preparedness of the states to meet the challenge of supply chain issues and constraints in the availability of cooking gas and fuel and will be in line with the PM’s efforts to build a collaborative effort to overcome the challenge, people aware of the matter, cited in the earlier HT report, said.

• 27 Mar 2026, 12:46:47 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Kiren Rijiju hails fuel duty cut, thanks PM amid West Asia conflict

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Kiren Rijiju on Friday welcomed the Centre’s decision to reduce excise duty on petrol and diesel, calling it a move taken in the public interest amid the ongoing West Asia crisis.

  Speaking to reporters, Rijiju expressed gratitude to Narendra Modi, noting that the decision was challenging given the current geopolitical situation, where the conflict has disrupted global fuel supply chains.

  "On behalf of the public, I would like to thank the Prime Minister for taking such a big step in this difficult time. This was not an easy step to take, yet he has shown how to act in the interest of the public. Our MPs will also welcome this step and thank the PM today as the Parliament reconvenes today," he said.

• 27 Mar 2026, 12:27:02 PM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Trump praises PM Modi, says both ‘get things done’

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: US President Donald Trump on Friday said that he and PM Narendra Modi are leaders who “get things done”, adding that this is something that “cannot be said for most”.

  “Our amazing relationship with India will be even stronger going forward. Prime Minister Modi and I are two people that get things done, something that cannot be said for most,” the US Embassy in India said on X, sharing the message from Trump.

• 27 Mar 2026, 11:35:43 AM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Centre to hold separate meet with poll-bound states’ chief secretaries

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The Cabinet Secretariat will convene a separate meeting with the chief secretaries of poll-bound states Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam, Kerala as well as the Union Territory of Puducherry.

• 27 Mar 2026, 11:10:06 AM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: No lockdown planned in India, rumours false, says Hardeep Singh Puri

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Thursday dismissed rumours of a nationwide lockdown, saying the government is not considering any such move. Urging people to remain calm, he called the spread of such speculation “irresponsible and harmful”, especially amid an ongoing global crisis.

  His clarification came shortly after the Centre announced a reduction in excise duties on petrol and diesel, a step taken in response to global energy supply disruptions linked to the Iran-US conflict.

  In a post on X, Puri said the global situation remains fluid and the government is closely monitoring developments related to energy, supply chains, and essential commodities in real time.

• 27 Mar 2026, 10:37:23 AM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Why govt cut fuel excise duty amid West Asia conflict?

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday explained the rationale behind the Indian government cutting the special excise duty on petrol and diesel amid the raging conflict in West Asia.

  According to the union minister, the Narendra Modi government had only two choices: either increase fuel prices or bear the financial brunt so that Indian citizens are insulated.

  “International crude prices have gone through the roof in the last 1 month, from around 70 dollars/barrel to around 122 dollars/barrel. Consequently, petrol and diesel prices for consumers have gone up all over the world. Prices have increased by around 30%-50% in Southeast Asian countries, 30% in North American countries, 20% in Europe and 50% in African countries. The Modi Government had two choices- either increase prices drastically for citizens of Bharat as all other nations have done or bear the brunt on its finances so that Indian citizen is insulated from international volatility,” Puri explained in a post on X.

  Puri said that the government has taken a huge hit to its tax revenues to ensure that oil companies' very high losses (approximately Rs. 24/litre for petrol and Rs. 30/litre for diesel) are reduced amid sky-high international prices. Read here

• 27 Mar 2026, 09:55:29 AM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Govt cuts special additional excise duties on petrol and diesel

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The government of India has cut the special additional excise duties (SAED) on petrol and diesel, in a move seemingly to reduce losses of oil companies. In a government order on Thursday, the finance ministry reduced the special excise duty on petrol to ₹3 per litre from ₹13 earlier. It also cut the duty on diesel to zero from ₹10.

  The notification comes amid supply disruptions due to the ongoing US-Iran war. “…the Central Government, being satisfied that it is necessary in the public interest so to do…,” reads a part of the order.

  The changes were notified through amendments to central excise rules and duty structures, which “shall come into force with immediate effect,” as per the Gazette notification. Read more

• 27 Mar 2026, 09:18:25 AM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Why is PM Modi holding a meet with CMs on West Asia conflict?

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold a meeting on Friday with chief ministers of all states, except those from poll-bound regions, to review their preparedness and response plans in light of the West Asia conflict.

  The interaction, which comes days after the prime minister urged states to work together as “Team India”, will be held virtually, similar to the format used during the Covid pandemic.

• 27 Mar 2026, 08:59:57 AM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: What happened at the all-party meet on West Asia conflict?

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: The all-party meeting, chaired by defence minister Rajnath Singh, saw the Centre brief political leaders on the evolving situation in West Asia, with discussions centred on energy security, diplomatic efforts and the safety of Indians abroad.

  Leaders present said the government maintained there is no immediate shortage of oil, gas or LPG, underlining that domestic gas production has risen significantly and supplies remain stable, with adequate stocks in place.

  People familiar with the meeting said the Centre described India’s ability to move ships through the Strait of Hormuz as a “diplomatic win”, noting that while several countries are facing disruptions, Indian vessels have continued to pass through.

  The government reiterated that ensuring the safety of Indians remains its top priority, both within the country and for the diaspora in West Asia.

  Foreign secretary Vikram Misri led a detailed presentation on the conflict and India’s position, followed by inputs from external affairs minister S Jaishankar and petroleum minister Hardeep Singh Puri.

• 27 Mar 2026, 08:54:53 AM IST

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: More about PM Modi's meeting with CMs

  PM Modi's meet with CMs LIVE updates: 1. The prime minister will interact with the CMs on Friday evening through video conferencing on the West Asia conflict to review preparedness and plans of states. The meeting will focus on ensuring synergy of efforts in the spirit of Team India.

  2. The interaction will review the preparedness of the states to meet the challenge of supply chain issues and constraints in the availability of cooking gas and fuel and will be in line with the PM’s efforts to build a collaborative effort to overcome the challenge, people aware of the matter, cited in the earlier HT report, said.