India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted significant economic challenges. These include fluctuating foreign exchange and crude oil prices. Rising fertiliser costs are also a concern. The nation anticipates a potentially weaker monsoon this year. The government is actively preparing for this scenario. Adequate buffer stocks are being maintained to ensure supply stability.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights global and domestic factors driving rupee-dollar fluctuations, emphasizing RBI's role in stabilizing volatility.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India faces risks from crude prices, Middle East tensions and Strait of Hormuz disruptions, but Prime Minister Modi's government is…