NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday followed through on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “save fuel” appeal to the citizens amid the Middle East crisis. It ordered that all matters listed on miscellaneous days, including Mondays and Fridays, as well as on partial working days, will be heard exclusively through video conferencing until further orders. It also “unanimously resolved” to encourage car-pooling arrangements to ensure optimum fuel utilisation.Additionally, up to 50% of the registry staff in each branch or section would be allowed to work from home for a maximum of two days a week on a rotational basis, provided court functioning remains unaffected, ANI reportedRegistrars concerned will have the authority to alter or limit the arrangement depending on operational requirements and the essential nature of work in specific sections.On Wednesday, PM Modi himself travelled in a drastically trimmed-down convoy, while several senior ministers, including home minister Amit Shah and defence minister Rajnath Singh, also reduced the size of their carcades by more than half. The move was widely seen as an attempt by the government to signal that it is willing to “practice what it preaches” after PM Modi urged citizens to minimise fuel consumption through measures such as work-from-home, virtual meetings and restrained travel.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Bhojshala Complex Is A Temple, Hindus Have Right To Worship’: MP High CourtSergey Lavrov Says India Could Play Long-Term Mediator Role In US-Iran ConflictNEET-UG 2026 Leak: From Secret Bunkers To Printing Presses, How The Exam Paper Escaped The SystemIndia-UAE Sign Major LPG, Defence And Investment Pacts During PM Modi’s Abu Dhabi Visit₹3 More at the Pump — But Compared to the World, Is India Actually Getting Off Easy?Congress Targets Modi Govt As U.S. Waiver For India’s Russian Oil Imports Nears ExpiryDharmendra Pradhan Announces CBT-Based NEET UG Amid Crackdown After Paper Leak“Under The Guise Of A Guess Paper, Actual Questions Were Leaked”: Dharmendra Pradhan On NEET Re-ExamNEET UG 2026 Re-Exam Scheduled For June 21 As CBI Links Leak To Alleged NTA InsiderModi 3.0 Cabinet Reshuffle Soon? Big Meeting On May 21 Sparks Speculation123PhotostoriesUpcoming OTT releases this week (may 15 to may 24): from ‘Dhurandhar 2’ to ‘Berlin 2’Intermittent fasting isn’t just changing your weight: Expert warns it may also be affecting your hormonesFrom Ronit Roy, Jannat Zubair, Arjun Bijlani to Tejasswi Prakash and more: TV stars who own lavish propertiesHow to actually own your morning (Without the chaos)7 animals that can live without a heart; these creatures will change how we think about life10 mistakes new parents tend to makeSara Ali Khan’s home is all about an artist’s abode: 5 art inspirations that you must take away5 water-rich seasonal fruits to add to your diet to beat the summer heat5 elite localities in Chandigarh powering its luxury property boom5 stories from Hindu epics that show the beautiful bond between parents and children123Hot PicksCBSE class 12 resultUS Iran warPrateek YadavHaryana election resultForeign outflowNEET exam cancelledTamil Nadu assemblyTop TrendingNEET UG Re-Exam dateAdmit card indian army agniveer gdIPL Points TablePM ModiKerala Board SSLC Result 2026IPL 2026IPL Orange Cap 2026Bengaluru RapeWho is Shubham KhairnarIndia UA Trade Talk
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday followed through on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “save fuel” appeal to the citizens amid the Middle East crisis. It ordered that all matters listed on miscellaneous days, including Mondays and Fridays, as well as on partial working days, will be heard exclusively through video conferencing until further orders. It also “unanimously resolved” to encourage car-pooling arrangements to ensure optimum fuel utilisation.Additionally, up to 50% of the registry staff in each branch or section would be allowed to work from home for a maximum of two days a week on a rotational basis, provided court functioning remains unaffected, ANI reportedRegistrars concerned will have the authority to alter or limit the arrangement depending on operational requirements and the essential nature of work in specific sections.On Wednesday, PM Modi himself travelled in a drastically trimmed-down convoy, while several senior ministers, including home minister Amit Shah and defence minister Rajnath Singh, also reduced the size of their carcades by more than half. The move was widely seen as an attempt by the government to signal that it is willing to “practice what it preaches” after PM Modi urged citizens to minimise fuel consumption through measures such as work-from-home, virtual meetings and restrained travel.
