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Hyderabad: The Union government has doubled the daily allocation of five-kg free LPG cylinders for migrant workers, directing all state governments and Union Territories (UT) to ensure the enhanced supply reaches those it is meant for. The decision was communicated by Dr Neeraj Mittal, Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, in a letter addressed to the chief secretaries of all states and UTs on April 6. The enhanced allocation, the ministry said, will be calculated on the basi ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 7 (ANI): Addressing the recent developments in the West Asia crisis, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, denied any shortage of LPG in India, asserting that no "dryout" has been reported at petrol pumps across the country. She further noted that 6,500 tonnes of commercial LPG were sold yesterday to meet the ongoing demand for the fuel. Speaking at the Inter-Ministerial briefing on recent developments in West Asia, the Joint Secreta ...Read More >
Bengaluru: With the LPG supply for autorickshaws is turning into a crisis, with most of the Gas stations are putting up no-stock boards, the autorickshaw drivers have given a deadline of April 10 to the government for rectifying LPG supply, failing which they would go on a strike. While the State government is pointing at the Centre for not supplying adequate quantities of LPG to state, Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Prahlad Joshi has suggested the autorickshaw ...Read More >
Rourkela: Acting on a tip-off, officials of the Supplies Department seized a total of 160 LPG gas cylinders in a house in Sector 9 area of Rourkela on Tuesday. A joint team of officials of Supplies Department, Rourkela Municipal Corporation, Police, Rourkela Tehsildar conducted a raid and seized the cylinders. However, it was not immediately known who and why had stored so many LPG gas cylinders at a time when people are facing problems to avail it for their domestic usage. Following the inst ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has doubled the daily allocation of 5kg Free Trade LPG (FTL) cylinders to states to ensure supply to migrant labourers amid the global energy crisis due to the ongoing war. In a letter to the states and Union Territories, the Ministry states, "the daily quantity of 5kg FTL cylinder in each State available for disbursal to migrant laborers is being doubled based on average daily supply to migrant laborers during 2nd - 3rd March 2026 beyond lim ...Read More >
The district administration has "begun prioritising migrant workers and labourers without LPG connections, who have been hit by skewed supplies", by rolling out 5 kg mini cylinders through gas distribution agencies, officials said on Sunday. Officials said any valid Aadhaar holder can purchase one mini cylinder at a time, with no requirement of a prior LPG connection or proof of permanent residency. Migrants can purchase the 5kg cylinders directly using Aadhaar identification by paying around ...Read More >
Sreerampur (West Bengal) [India], April 7 (ANI): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging corruption, poor governance, and failure to implement central welfare schemes, while asserting that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will form the next government in the state under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing a roadshow here in Hooghly district in support of BJP candidates, Saini cl ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Seventeen India-bound ships -- both Indian- and foreign-flagged -- carrying energy products are waiting on the west of the Strait of Hormuz. TOI has learnt that while four of these are loaded with LPG, three are carrying LNG and remaining 10 have crude oil loaded in them.So far, eight Indian vessels carrying LPG and another foreign-flagged ship carrying crude have crossed the conflict-hit strait to head to India since the war broke out. Green Sanvi carrying 46,500 tonnes of LPG and 25 ...Read More >
Bengaluru, April 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar, and Congress leaders on Tuesday issued a joint statement accusing the Central government of "triggering a severe" LPG and fuel crisis in Karnataka, which they claimed has affected the livelihoods of lakhs of people, including auto drivers, small traders and gig workers. The Congress leaders, including KPCC General Secretary and Karnataka In-Charge Randeep Singh Surjewala, alleged that more than ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has conveyed that the daily quantity of 5 kg FTL (Free Trade LPG) cylinders allocated to each State for distribution to migrant labourers is being doubled. In its letter to the Chief Secretaries of all states and Union Territories, the Ministry stated that the increase is based on the average daily supply (number of cylinders) provided to migrant labourers during March 2 to 3, and is beyond the earlier limit of 20% mentioned in the Ministry's ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Oil companies have announced that people, including migrant workers, can obtain a 5 kg LPG cylinder by simply producing a valid government-issued identity card, easing access amid supply disruptions, said a report by Daily Thanthi. The move comes in the backdrop of gas supply issues linked to the ongoing West Asian conflict, which has affected timely availability of domestic LPG cylinders across several regions. Migrant workers, in particular, have been facing difficulties in securing ...Read More >
BENGALURU: Congress on Tuesday accused the Union government of triggering a "full-blown livelihood crisis" in Karnataka, alleging mismanagement of LPG and fuel supply that has hit auto drivers, small businesses and gig workers. In a joint statement, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and Congress general secretary in charge of the state Randeep Singh Surjewala claimed that over five lakh auto drivers and lakhs of small hotel owners, vendors and delivery ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Apr 7 (PTI) Congress on Tuesday accused the Union government of precipitating a "full-blown livelihood crisis" in Karnataka by mismanaging LPG and fuel supply, severely impacting auto drivers, small businesses and gig workers. In a joint statement, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, his deputy D K Shivakumar and Congress General Secretary, in charge of Karnataka, Randeep Singh Surjewala alleged that over five lakh auto drivers and lakhs of small hotel owners, vendors and delivery ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 7 (ANI): Amid ongoing speculation about a possible leadership change in the Karnataka government, Home Minister G Parameshwara on Tuesday reiterated that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will remain in office for the full duration of the current term. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Parameshwara dismissed repeated questions about a leadership shift, emphasising that such decisions are not made at the state level. He clarified that matters like cabinet reshuff ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 7 (ANI): The government refuted reports suggesting that migrants are returning to their home states in large numbers due to the ongoing LPG crisis triggered by the West Asia conflict. Also Read | Did Pete Hegseth Fart at White House Podium? Viral Video Sparks Funny Reactions. Top government sources told ANI that a ground-level assessment was conducted across major railway stations to gauge the actual movement of migrant workers. "After a week of monitoring, we found no ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 7 (ANI): The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has conveyed that the daily quantity of 5 kg FTL (Free Trade LPG) cylinders allocated to each State for distribution to migrant labourers is being doubled. In its letter to the Chief Secretaries of all states and Union Territories, the Ministry stated that the increase is based on the average daily supply (number of cylinders) provided to migrant labourers during March 2 to 3, and is beyond the earlier limit of 20% ment ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 7 (ANI): Amid ongoing speculation about a possible leadership change in the Karnataka government, Home Minister G Parameshwara on Tuesday reiterated that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will remain in office for the full duration of the current term. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Parameshwara dismissed repeated questions about a leadership shift, emphasising that such decisions are not made at the state level. He clarified that matters like cabinet reshuff ...Read More >
New Delhi: Amid recent rumours about LPG shortages in Keralam, top officials from oil marketing companies (OMCs) held an emergency review with the state government. Shri Sanjay Khanna, C&MD of BPCL, met the Chief Secretary to assess supply levels and preparedness. The meeting confirmed that stocks are sufficient and there is no reason for public concern. OMCs have taken multiple steps to keep LPG supply steady. These include global procurement of LPG, running refineries at higher capacity, and ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 7 (ANI): The government refuted reports suggesting that migrants are returning to their home states in large numbers due to the ongoing LPG crisis triggered by the West Asia conflict. Top government sources told ANI that a ground-level assessment was conducted across major railway stations to gauge the actual movement of migrant workers. "After a week of monitoring, we found no signs of migrants returning to their native places in large numbers," a senior official told ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Centre has decided to double the daily allocation of 5-kg free trade LPG (FTL) cylinders available for distribution to migrant labourers across states, according to an official communication. The Petroleum Ministry said in a notification that the enhanced allocation will be based on the average daily supply of cylinders provided to migrant workers. The revised allocation goes beyond the earlier cap of 20 per cent specified in the March announcement. The government also said that ...Read More >
The government has extended the deadline for mandatory star labelling and energy efficiency norms for counter-top induction hobs to January 1, 2027, delaying it by six months. The government on Monday extended the timeline for implementing strict energy efficiency norms, or the star labelling programme, for counter-top induction hobs by six months to January 1, 2027, to boost electric cooking in the country. This assumes significance in view of the West Asia crisis, which caused supply-side is ...Read More >
Civil Supplies Director Nupur Ajay Kumar on Monday said the government is continuously monitoring the supply systems for gas, petrol and diesel to maintain sufficient stocks in the State. Addressing the media, Ms. Nupur Ajay Kumar said that although global conflicts have had some impact, necessary measures are in place to ensure an uninterrupted supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). She warned of strict action against any irregularities in the supply chain. The State's refineries currently ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 7 (ANI): The cost of a home-cooked non-vegetarian thali fell by one per cent year-on-year in March 2026, while the price of a vegetarian meal remained stable during the same period. This difference in pricing emerged as lower costs for staples such as onions, potatoes, and pulses effectively offset the rising expenses associated with tomatoes, vegetable oil, and fuel. According to the latest Roti Rice Rate report from Crisil Intelligence, the average cost of preparing t ...Read More >
Jindal Steel pioneers the use of syngas in its steel production processes, offering a sustainable solution to natural gas shortages and promoting energy efficiency in the steel industry. IMAGE: Photograph: Wolfgang Rattay/ReutersKey PointsJindal Steel has successfully deployed syngas in galvanising and colour coating line furnaces to mitigate natural gas, LPG, and propane shortages.The company is the first in the steel industry to use syngas in these finishing processes, ensuring continuous ope ...Read More >
VIJAYAWADA: Civil Supplies Director S Nupur Ajay Kumar on Monday stated that there is no shortage of LPG, petrol, diesel, or fertilizers in the state and urged the public not to panic. Addressing a joint press conference at the State Civil Supplies Corporation office in Kanuru along with PIB Director G Suresh Kumar, she said the government has taken all necessary steps to ensure uninterrupted supply of essential commodities. She stated that despite global uncertainties, adequate stocks are bei ...Read More >
Srinagar, April 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) The strategic Srinagar-Jammu national highway was reopened for passenger traffic on Tuesday after it remained closed for a day due to a landslide and shooting stones in Ramban district of J&K. Traffic department officials said this morning that passenger traffic has been allowed from both sides on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44). Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Traffic National Highway, Raja Adil, told reporters that vehicular movement has ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 7 (ANI): The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has conveyed that the daily quantity of 5 kg FTL (Free Trade LPG) cylinders allocated to each State for distribution to migrant labourers is being doubled. In its letter to the Chief Secretaries of all states and Union Territories, the Ministry stated that the increase is based on the average daily supply (number of cylinders) provided to migrant labourers during March 2 to 3, and is beyond the earlier limit of 20% ment ...Read More >
Aizawl: The Mizoram government on Monday said the state has adequate stocks of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and fuel, seeking to allay concerns over possible shortages amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. In a statement, the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department said it was monitoring supply chains to ensure there are no disruptions and urged the public not to resort to panic buying. According to official data, a total of 39,988 domestic LPG cylinders (14.2 kg) are available ...Read More >
New Delhi: The government on Monday extended the timeline for implementing strict energy efficiency norms, or the star labelling programme, for counter-top induction hobs by six months to January 1, 2027, to boost electric cooking in the country. This assumes significance in view of the West Asia crisis, which caused supply-side issues for LPG or cooking gas in the country. An induction hob works similarly to an electric hob, but it has coils beneath its surface that induce an electrical curren ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 7 (ANI): The cost of a home-cooked non-vegetarian thali fell by one per cent year-on-year in March 2026, while the price of a vegetarian meal remained stable during the same period. This difference in pricing emerged as lower costs for staples such as onions, potatoes, and pulses effectively offset the rising expenses associated with tomatoes, vegetable oil, and fuel. According to the latest Roti Rice Rate report from Crisil Intelligence, the average cost of preparing t ...Read More >
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