Government forwent Rs 1 lakh crore via excise duty cuts to shield consumers from fuel inflation: FM

India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman explains recent fuel price increases are market-driven by oil companies. She noted the government previously absorbed over Rs 1 lakh crore in revenue through excise duty cuts to protect consumers from inflation. The minister also discussed managing global challenges and the evolving landscape for textile exporters, emphasizing sustainability and technology adoption.