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Economics4h 49m ago

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India faces risks from crude prices, West Asia tensions and Strait of Hormuz disruptions, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government has ensured there is "not a supply disruption" for households and the economy.

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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Prime Minister Narendra Modi
What
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India faces risks from crude prices, West Asia tensions and Strait of Hormuz disruptions, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government has ensured there is "not a supply disruption" for households and the economy.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:58:11 GMT · 4h 49m ago
Where
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India ·
Why
Sitharaman noted that global challenges, including Middle East tensions and shipping pressures linked to the Hormuz region, are causing disruptions like increased insurance premiums and difficulty securing ships, but the government is mitigating these issues.
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Despite global issues like rising crude prices and Middle East conflicts affecting shipping and insurance, India's government is actively working to prevent supply disruptions for its citizens, helping maintain economic stability and continued growth.

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