Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday led the first Group of Ministers meeting to discuss the Middle East conflict. PM Modi and CMs' meet on Middle East conflict Earlier on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a virtual meeting with Chief Ministers and Lieutenant Governors of states and Union Territories. The Prime Minister said an Inter-Ministerial Group has been functioning since March 3, reviewing developments on a daily basis and making timely decisions. The Prime Minister reflected on important role of states and said that effective execution of decisions happens at the state level. Chief Ministers hailed the measures taken by the central government under the Prime Minister’s leadership to address the situation.

Source: Mint March 28, 2026 11:12 UTC