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New Delhi, Apr 5 (PTI) The Delhi Police has busted an organised interstate racket involved in manufacturing and supplying spurious life-saving medicines, arresting six persons and seizing counterfeit drugs worth around Rs 2 crore, an official said on Sunday. During the operation, the police also exposed a network of fake GST firms used to generate bogus invoices and launder proceeds of the illegal trade, with investigators estimating the fake billing to the tune of nearly Rs 50 crore. Accordin ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has ended the open sale of 5 kg LPG cylinders and made e-KYC mandatory for booking cooking gas in order to prevent black marketing amid supply concerns. While announcing Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra stated that consumers can no longer purchase 5 kg LPG cylinders, and only those with e-KYC verified accounts will receive LPG through authorised agencies. The minister also added that the consumers does not need to panic as there i ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to check cooking gas black marketing, the state government has imposed strict restrictions on LPG availability in the open market. Gas will no longer be sold freely, and refilling of 5 kg cylinders has been completely stopped. Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra made the announcement, attributing the decision to disruptions in gas supply caused by the ongoing war in the Middle East. The conflict has led to a sharp rise in open-market gas price ...Read More >
The State Secretary for Food and Civil Supplies, Anand Swarup, stated that a new Standard Operating Procedure has been issued in this regard. He noted that the objective of the new SOP is to ensure a balanced, priority-based, and transparent distribution among various consumer categories, thereby preventing any adverse impact on the Chardham Yatra, tourism, industrial activities, and essential services. Swarup explained that the oil and gas marketing companies operating within the state will e ...Read More >
ROORKEE: In a major action under 'Operation Prahar', Uttarakhand special task force (STF) on Saturday busted an illegal LPG storage racket and recovered 101 domestic gas cylinders from the South Civil Lines area in Roorkee. Police here have registered a case under sections of the Essential commodities act.Acting on specific inputs about hoarding and black-marketing of LPG cylinders amid an ongoing supply crunch, an STF team conducted a raid at a premises. Most of the seized cylinders were report ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, 4 Apr: The government on Saturday urged citizens to avoid panic buying of petrol, diesel and LPG, saying that fuel supplies remain adequate despite disruptions linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The ministry of petroleum and natural gas said the government is taking proactive steps to ensure the uninterrupted availability of petroleum products and cooking gas, while advising people to rely only on official information and conserve energy. The government has prioritised d ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) State-run oil marketing company (OMC) Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) on Saturday assured that supplies of petrol, diesel and LPG remain adequate across the country, even as the Centre steps up efforts to minimise any disruption to fuel supply chains amid global uncertainties. The PSU firm said it is closely monitoring its nationwide distribution network and taking necessary steps to prevent hoarding and black marketing of LPG cylinders. In a public adviso ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 4 (ANI): The Centre continues to take necessary steps to ensure preparedness and smooth functioning across key sectors in view of the West Asia crisis, with 3700 raids conducted across the country to wipe out LPG black marketing, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said in a release on Saturday. It said the government is taking proactive steps to ensure the uninterrupted availability of petroleum products and LPG across the country, in the context of the ongoing c ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 4 (ANI): The Centre continues to take necessary steps to ensure preparedness and smooth functioning across key sectors in view of the West Asia crisis, with 3700 raids conducted across the country to wipe out LPG black marketing, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said in a release on Saturday. It said the government is taking proactive steps to ensure the uninterrupted availability of petroleum products and LPG across the country, in the context of the ongoing c ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4: State-run oil marketing company (OMC) Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) on Saturday assured that supplies of petrol, diesel and LPG remain adequate across the country, even as the Centre steps up efforts to minimise any disruption to fuel supply chains amid global uncertainties. The PSU firm said it is closely monitoring its nationwide distribution network and taking necessary steps to prevent hoarding and black marketing of LPG cylinders. In a public advisory shared on X, t ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Saturday that there is no shortage of domestic or commercial LPG in the national capital and urged Delhiites "not to panic". She exhorted people not to crowd gas agencies and LPG centres. "Avoid visiting LPG godowns. The administration is making efforts to ensure an uninterrupted LPG supply to people. Strict action will be taken against violators," Gupta said. Sharing the latest government data, the chief minister said on April 3, over ...Read More >
On Thursday, 51 complaints were received at the control room, all of which were addressed promptly, officials said. The helpline, set up at the Mini Secretariat to tackle complaints related to LPG shortages and black marketing, began operations on Wednesday. The initiative is part of a broader effort to streamline supply and ensure transparency in distribution. District food and supplies controller (DFSC) Ashok Rawat said the majority of complaints were related to LPG refills. For public conv ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday reassured citizens that the supply of both domestic and commercial LPG in the capital is stable and urged them to avoid crowding gas agencies. She emphasised that there is no shortage of LPG -- or any other fuel -- in the national capital, and urged people not to be misled by rumours. Sharing the latest data, the Chief Minister said that on April 3, a total of 1,11,504 LPG bookings were recorded across Delhi. In contrast, the thre ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4: The government on Saturday said that 21 states/union territories are issuing and carrying out press briefs to effectively counter misinformation and to reassure citizens regarding adequate availability and smooth distribution of LPG. The government had requested Chief Secretaries of all States/UTs to intensify proactive and regular public communication, conduct daily press briefs at appropriate senior level, along with timely dissemination of accurate information through soc ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 4 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday quelled concerns over cooking gas availability in the capital, asserting that LPG supply remains "stable and adequate" as authorities step up action against alleged hoarding and black marketing. In a statement, Gupta said there was "no shortage of LPG or any other fuel" in Delhi and urged residents not to be misled by rumours. "There is no need for panic," she said, calling on consumers to avoid crowding distribution centres a ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) The government on Saturday said that 21 states/union territories are issuing and carrying out press briefs to effectively counter misinformation and to reassure citizens regarding adequate availability and smooth distribution of LPG. The government had requested Chief Secretaries of all States/UTs to intensify proactive and regular public communication, conduct daily press briefs at appropriate senior level, along with timely dissemination of accurate informa ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4: Amid the evolving situation in West Asia, the government on Saturday said that 5 kg LPG cylinders are available at distributors on showing a valid ID without the need for address proof. The Government said it is taking comprehensive steps to ensure smooth availability of fuel and energy supplies, even as tensions in West Asia and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz raise concerns over global energy flows. "The 5 Kg FTL cylinders are available at nearby LPG Distributorships a ...Read More >
Guwahati, April 4: The Central government, on Saturday, sought to allay public concerns over fuel availability, urging citizens to avoid panic buying of petrol, diesel, and LPG, while asserting that supplies remain adequate despite disruptions triggered by escalating tensions in West Asia and the temporary closure of the Strait of Hormuz. In a detailed statement, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said the government is taking proactive measures to ensure uninterrupted availability of es ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Amid the evolving situation in West Asia, the government on Saturday said that 5 kg LPG cylinders are available at distributors on showing a valid ID without the need for address proof. The Government said it is taking comprehensive steps to ensure smooth availability of fuel and energy supplies, even as tensions in West Asia and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz raise concerns over global energy flows. "The 5 Kg FTL cylinders are available at nearby LPG D ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The government on Saturday urged citizens to avoid panic buying of petrol, diesel and LPG, assuring that fuel supplies remain adequate despite disruptions linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said it is taking proactive steps to ensure uninterrupted availability of petroleum products and cooking gas, while advising people to rely only on official information and conserve energy. The government has prioritised domest ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) The government on Saturday urged citizens to avoid panic buying of petrol, diesel and LPG, saying fuel supplies remain adequate despite disruptions linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said the government is taking proactive steps to ensure the uninterrupted availability of petroleum products and cooking gas, while advising people to rely only on official information and conserve energy. The government has prioritised d ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 4 (ANI): Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday said the country is facing a gas shortage, with people stuck in long queues. He blamed the government's foreign policy for the crisis, noting that attention has not been paid to the issue. The shortage comes amid the West Asia conflict triggered by US-Israel strikes on Iran on February 28 and subsequent Iranian retaliation. Speaking to ANI in Bengaluru, Kharge said, "There is a gas problem in the c ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Telangana Civil Supplies Department seized 3,699 domestic LPG cylinders and 70 small cylinders between March 12 to April 3, in a crackdown against black marketeers and hoarders, reports said. The cylinders are estimated to be valued at Rs 1.20 crore. The department has booked 1,275 cases under Section 6A of Essential Commodities Act and lodged 216 FIRs for several violations. The district collectors are empowered to seize essential commodities when black-marketing and hoarding is su ...Read More >
Raichur (Karnataka) [India], April 4 (ANI): Thousands of autorickshaw drivers in Raichur and surrounding districts have been forced into gruelling, hours-long wait times at refuelling stations this week as rumours of a severe LPG shortage sweep through Northern Karnataka. The panic, largely fueled by the closure of several private outlets and global supply chain disruptions linked to the ongoing West Asia crisis, has seen "serpentine" queues stretching past city landmarks. Also Read | Nagaland ...Read More >
Raichur (Karnataka) [India], April 4 (ANI): Thousands of autorickshaw drivers in Raichur and surrounding districts have been forced into gruelling, hours-long wait times at refuelling stations this week as rumours of a severe LPG shortage sweep through Northern Karnataka. The panic, largely fueled by the closure of several private outlets and global supply chain disruptions linked to the ongoing West Asia crisis, has seen "serpentine" queues stretching past city landmarks. While the state gove ...Read More >
Following the action, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said in a statement that "any attempt to exploit consumers or manipulate LPG distribution will invite the strictest possible action". Gupta reiterated the government's "zero-tolerance policy towards black marketing and hoarding" and said it will continue to act decisively against offenders, while assuring that there is no shortage of LPG supply in the national capital. According to the statement, Thursday's action followed inputs from a sting op ...Read More >
Srinagar- The Centre has directed states and Union Territories to step up action against hoarding and black marketing of petroleum products and LPG, amid emerging supply concerns linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Invoking provisions under the Essential Commodities Act and the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Regulation of Supply and Distribution) Order, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) has asked state authorities to intensify enforcement, conduct daily raids and inspection ...Read More >
Sarguja (Chhattisgarh): The deaths of 15 deer at Sanjay Park in Ambikapur, Sarguja district, have raised questions over how the incident was handled, with the Forest Department's explanation drawing scrutiny from locals, activists, and political leaders. While the official statement is that the deaths were caused by dog bites, The official narrative attributing the deaths of the 15 deer to dog bites has failed to convince the public; meanwhile, one deer has even managed to escape from Sanjay Pa ...Read More >
Guwahati, April 4: Oil marketing companies have conducted over 2,000 inspections following reports of malpractices which have added to the LPG crisis, and showcause notices have been slapped on 18 distributors. "Till date, more than 700 inspections at LPG distributorships were carried out in Assam by IOCL jointly with government officials and more than 1500 by all the OMCs. Action has been initiated against around 18 LPG distributors," an IOC spokesman said. Reports of malpractices by certain ...Read More >
Rishikesh (Uttarakhand) [India], April 4 (ANI): Business operations at several hotels and dhabas in Rishikesh came to a standstill as a severe shortage of commercial LPG cylinders gripped the town. Local owners said the shortage has forced many establishments to either shut down temporarily or revert to traditional cooking methods, such as coal and wood, to continue serving customers. Highlighting the gap between official claims and the ground situation, Vivek Tiwari, owner of Tiwari Shudh Vai ...Read More >
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