Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz declared a 90-day state of emergency to combat widespread protests and blockades disrupting food and fuel supplies. The military will be empowered to remove barricades that have isolated the capital and halted the economy for 50 days, with authorities reporting 17 deaths and 365 arrests.
India's PM urges citizens to consume less fuel, fertiliser, gold, and curb travel due to surging global energy prices and war in Iran, signaling a shift from neoliberal globalization towards strategic economic management.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath calls for austerity measures, including work-from-home, reduced vehicle usage, and promotion of public transport, cycling, and electric vehicles, to combat the West Asia crisis.
He said the austerity measures would reduce India's fuel use and help save foreign exchange.
Pakistan will allow fans to attend the PSL 2026 final in Lahore on May 3, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved spectator attendance after the season was played behind closed doors due to fuel restrictions linked to the Middle East conflict. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also interior minister, made the announcement on social media.
