The Supreme Court will now hold hearings online on Mondays and Fridays, with a hybrid option from Tuesday to Thursday. Judges will carpool, and up to 50% of registry staff can work from home two days a week to conserve fuel and improve efficiency.
Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiative, Union ministers and BJP state chief ministers are downsizing their security convoys to conserve fuel and promote austerity, with several leaders also encouraging public transport and electric vehicle use.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reduced his convoy size, appealing for wise spending and fuel conservation amid the West Asia crisis, prompting several BJP leaders to adopt similar measures.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reduced his convoy size to just 2 vehicles (Range Rover and Fortuner) for domestic travel, promoting fuel conservation and sustainability, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah following suit. The move, part of broader austerity measures amid the West Asia crisis, may prompt ministries to adopt similar fuel-saving practices.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh assured citizens that India is prepared for global supply chain disruptions, with ample petroleum products and robust foreign exchange reserves. He urged fuel conservation to ease the nation's financial burden amid high international crude prices. The government is implementing measures for fuel efficiency and responsible consumption.
