<h1>Finance Minister Rules Out Capital Controls Amid Market Volatility; Focus on Growth and Deficit Reduction.</h1> The Finance Minister addressed concerns over currency market volatility, emphasizing that the government has no plans to implement capital controls. The focus remains on fostering economic growth, which is expected to mitigate current challenges. Despite global and domestic economic pressures, measures have been taken to control inflation and revive investment, with visible progress. The fiscal deficit was reduced to 4.9% for 2012-13, and commitments for 2013-14 include containing the deficit at 4.8% and the current account deficit at USD 70 billion. The government remains optimistic about growth and stability, with increased capital inflows and exports contributing positively.