PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: India considers steps to shore up forex reserves, like curbing non-essential imports of gold and electronic goods and hiking fuel prices, while PM Modi called for citizens to stop buying gold for a year

India's consideration of measures to bolster forex reserves, including curbing non-essential imports and potentially hiking fuel prices, signals a proactive stance to manage economic pressures.

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PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: India considers steps to shore up forex reserves, like curbing non-essential imports of gold and electronic goods and hiking fuel prices, while PM Modi called for citizens to stop buying gold for a year

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Tech

Japan and India signed a quantum technology cooperation pact. (Nikkei)

Gold

Indian PM Modi called for citizens to refrain from buying for a year. (Newswires) 

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India considers steps to shore up forex reserves, like curbing non-essential imports of gold and electronic goods and hiking fuel prices, according to Bloomberg. (Newswires)

Indian official said the US trade team will reach India soon for discussions, while there is no plan to hike duties on gold and silver imports. (Newswires)

Context

PM Modi's call for citizens to refrain from gold purchases is particularly noteworthy as it could impact gold demand, influence currency stability, and signal broader economic adjustments amid global uncertainties. These developments may have implications for the INR and related market dynamics.

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