PM Modi's 'spend less' appeal: Warning or advice? Democratic Newsroom debates

India Today Video DeskUPDATED: May 14, 2026 19:42 ISTThis edition of Democratic Newsroom focusses on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent appeal to citizens to reduce spending, conserve fuel, avoid buying gold, and limit foreign travel amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. So, is PM Modi’s 'spend less' appeal an advice or a warning of things to come? Watch as India Today's editors share their perspective on the show. Read More More videos from ProgrammeVIDEOS FROM OTHER SECTIONSIndiaWorldNewsMoFact CheckLATEST VIDEOS0:53Karnataka withdraws 2022 uniform orderIn a major reversal of the controversial 2022 hijab policy, the Karnataka government formally withdrew its earlier uniform order with immediate effect.45:18NEET paper leak case: Why no action taken on Parliamentary Panel findings?The big focus of this episode of 5 Live is on the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. As the CBI probe into the NEET paper leak case widens, more and more questions are mounting.2:15Delhi govt adopts two-day work from home, Metro use by ministers to save fuelThe Delhi government has announced a series of measures after PM Modi's austerity appeal to conserve petrol and diesel, including the adoption of a two-day work from home policy for government offices.advertisement8:09I dedicate my chief ministership to the people of Kerala: VD SatheesanIn an exclusive interview with India Today, Kerala Chief Minister-elect VD Satheesan expressed his gratitude to the Congress leadership and said he dedicates his chief ministership to the people of Kerala.