Authorities in Chhattisgarh have seized 3,841 LPG cylinders from 335 locations during a statewide crackdown against hoarding. A total of 97 FIRs have been registered as part of the enforcement drive. The action was reviewed in a high-level meeting chaired by Vishnu Deo Sai. The meeting focused on ensuring adequate LPG availability and improving distribution Read More…
The Government of India has said fuel supply in the country remains stable despite the ongoing West Asia crisis. It urged citizens not to panic or believe rumours. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said petrol pumps and LPG outlets are functioning normally. There is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG. Authorities reported Read More…
The Centre has directed that households with access to piped natural gas (PNG) must switch from LPG, warning that cooking gas supply could be discontinued for those who fail to comply. The move is part of a broader push to expand gas infrastructure and reduce dependence on a single fuel source. The decision comes amid Read More…
The Government of India on Sunday said it is closely monitoring developments in West Asia and has taken proactive measures to ensure stability across key sectors, including energy supply and port operations. According to an official statement, the delivery of domestic LPG cylinders remains normal across the country, with panic bookings witnessing a decline. The Read More…
New Delhi: The price of premium petrol in India has increased as tensions continue in West Asia. Fuel companies like Indian Oil Corporation and Hindustan Petroleum have raised prices by ₹2 to ₹2.23 per litre. Premium fuels such as XP95 and Power Petrol are now costlier. The price hike is linked to the ongoing tensions Read More…
New Delhi: Protests erupted in the Parliament of India on Thursday as Opposition members raised the issue of an alleged LPG shortage affecting several parts of the country. The demonstrations disrupted proceedings in the Lok Sabha shortly after the House convened for the day. Members of the Opposition demanded an immediate discussion on the LPG Read More…
Government directs oil companies to boost production amid supply disruption Delhi: A growing shortage of LPG cylinders is disrupting the operations of restaurants and hotels across several Indian cities, raising concerns about a widening gas supply crisis. Hospitality associations say many eateries are struggling to procure commercial LPG cylinders, forcing some establishments to temporarily shut Read More…
New Delhi: Cooking gas prices have been increased across India, adding to the financial burden on households. The price of the 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder has been raised by ₹60, while the 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder has seen a sharper increase of ₹115. The hike comes amid ongoing tensions in West Asia, which Read More…
Indian oil companies have signed their first-ever structured contract to import Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) from the United States. Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced the breakthrough, calling it a significant step in India’s push to diversify its fuel sources. According to Mr. Puri, this agreement is the “first structured contract of U.S. LPG for Read More…
Kochi: Public sector oil companies have announced that all domestic LPG consumers must complete e-KYC renewal every year to continue receiving the government’s LPG subsidy. The directive applies especially to beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), who must complete their KYC update before March 31, 2026. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas Read More…