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India's ongoing Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) crisis has exposed the vulnerability of the country's cooking fuel supply chain, prompting renewed calls for diversification and a stronger push toward domestic alternatives such as ethanol. The disruption stems largely from geopolitical tensions in West Asia, particularly the conflict involving Iran, which has slowed shipments passing through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The narrow maritime corridor handles a major share of India's LPG ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], April 4 (ANI): A shortage of labour in the LPG distribution network has begun to impact supply logistics in the hill resort town of Shimla, with Kashmiri migrant workers considered the backbone of the cylinder delivery system planning to return home amid falling earnings and fuel scarcity. While officials and suppliers maintain that domestic LPG supply remains largely normal, the disruption in workforce availability has slowed distribution cycles and triggered ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, April 7 (Xinhua) -- Amid supply disruptions in the wake of the situation in the Middle East, India has floated a global tender seeking to import 2.5 million metric tons of urea, officials said Monday. The state-run Indian Potash Limited has already issued a tender in this regard, with bids due by April 15. India relies on global markets to meet its demand for urea. The demand for the key crop nutrient is expected to increase as the monsoon sets in and the summer-sowing season begins ...Read More >
Addressing the 'Dhanyavaad Evam Viksit Faridabad Rally' here, Saini said significant work has been carried out over the past 11.5 years in infrastructure, connectivity, industry, Smart City development, metro expansion and digital services. According to an official statement, the projects include the construction of a rest house at ₹50.61 crore, a dispensary-cum-chief medical officer office at ₹41.70 crore, laying of sewerage lines at ₹25 crore, and a school building in Old Faridabad at ...Read More >
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday (April 6, 2026) said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is not merely a political party but a platform to serve the nation with a "nation first" approach, while the party's state leadership launched a sharp attack on Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge over his alleged remarks on Gujaratis. Speaking at the BJP's 47th Foundation Day celebrations in Gandhinagar, State BJP president Jagdish Vishwakarma criticised Mr. Kharge for reportedly referring ...Read More >
Over the past few weeks, six other Indian LPG vessels from the Gulf region -- Shivalik, Nanda Devi, Pine Gas, Jag Vasant, BW Elm and BW Tyr -- have reached Indian shores. The movement of these vessels comes amid growing concerns over energy supplies. India, the world's second-largest LPG importer, is facing one of its worst energy crises in decades due to the strategic blockade of the Strait of Hormuz amid the war between Iran and the US-Israel. India, before the war, relied on imports for 60 ...Read More >
Nearly 1,800 Indian nationals have left Iran via Armenia and Azerbaijan since the start of the West Asia conflict, while two Indian-flagged carriers laden with 62,000 metric tonnes of LPG are expected to reach Indian ports this week after safely transiting the Strait of Hormuz, officials said on Monday. Indian nationals wishing to leave Iran have had to make their way to Armenia and Azerbaijan via land border crossings as Iranian airspace has been closed since the start of hostilities on Februa ...Read More >
Jaipur, Apr 6 (PTI): Adequate stocks of LPG, petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) are available across Rajasthan, and supply remains uninterrupted despite pressure on global supply chains due to the conflict in West Asia, officials said on Monday. The assurance was given during a press conference organised to create awareness about the current supply situation and address consumer concerns. Addressing mediapersons, Manoj Gupta, Executive Director and State Head (Oil Industry Coordina ...Read More >
ITANAGAR, 6 Apr: The Itanagar Capital Region (ICR) deputy commissioner has issued a circular for LPG consumers, stating that refilled cylinders will be issued only through online booking. For consumers who have already registered their mobile numbers and have completed eKYCs against their connections, they can book by simply giving a missed call to 8927225667, 8391990070 and 8454955555, DC Toko Babu stated in the circular. A six-digit delivery authentication code (DAC) will be sent to their re ...Read More >
Jaipur, Apr 6 (PTI) Adequate stocks of LPG, petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) are available across Rajasthan, and supply remains uninterrupted despite pressure on global supply chains due to the conflict in West Asia, officials said on Monday. The assurance was given during a press conference organised to create awareness about the current supply situation and address consumer concerns. Addressing mediapersons, Manoj Gupta, Executive Director and State Head (Oil Industry Coordinat ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 6: Maharashtra has witnessed a steady expansion in piped natural gas (PNG) connectivity, with total connections reaching 25.36 lakh, including 73,000 new additions in the past month, senior officials said on Monday. Anil Diggikar, Additional Chief Secretary of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Department, said the state government's decision to grant "deemed permission" for City Gas Distribution (CGD) pipelines is expected to further accelerate network expansion. H ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], April 6 (ANI): Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan on Monday held a meeting with all District Magistrates and representatives of oil companies to review the supply of domestic and commercial LPG in the state, keeping in view the current global scenario and the upcoming Char Dham Yatra and tourism season. During the meeting, the Chief Secretary issued clear instructions to ensure an uninterrupted supply of commercial LPG cylinders during the Char Dham Yatra so that hote ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], April 6 (ANI): Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan on Monday held a meeting with all District Magistrates and representatives of oil companies to review the supply of domestic and commercial LPG in the state, keeping in view the current global scenario and the upcoming Char Dham Yatra and tourism season. During the meeting, the Chief Secretary issued clear instructions to ensure an uninterrupted supply of commercial LPG cylinders during the Char Dham Yatra so that hote ...Read More >
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Amid ongoing petrol, diesel and LPG shortages in parts of Madhya Pradesh, oil marketing companies (OMCs) have claimed that fuel supply in the state remains adequate. They said that there is a daily supply of 2.2 lakh LPG cylinders, 8,000 kilolitres of petrol and 16,000 kilolitres of diesel across Madhya Pradesh. Indian Oil Corporation CGM Ajay Kumar Shrivastava, addressing mediapersons on Monday, said, "There is adequate availability of fuel at petrol pumps to meet dema ...Read More >
Panchkula: Several villages have remained unscathed from the LPG shortage that has gripped the nation since the outbreak of hostilities in West Asia. One such village is Pyarewala village Panchkula district of Haryana where, a biogas plant installed around a year ago has proven to be a lifesaver for 30 families. Village sarpanch, Ravinder Chaudhary, with assistance from the state government installed the biogas plant near the village around a year ago. Subsequently, pipelines were laid to 30 ho ...Read More >
New Delhi: Jindal Steel achieved a global first by establishing India's first coal gasification-based Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) plant, using syngas for iron-making. In response to shortages of natural gas, LPG and propane, Jindal Steel has successfully deployed syngas in galvanising and colour coating line furnaces, marking the first such application in the steel industry. Jindal Steel has also injected syngas into its blast furnace, reducing dependence on imported coking coal and lowering car ...Read More >
Aizawl, Apr 6 (PTI) The Mizoram government on Monday said it is maintaining a robust supply of LPG, and will make all efforts to ensure that there is no shortage of cooking gas. In a statement, the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department said the administration is proactively monitoring and managing the supply chain to prevent any disruptions, amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. It also urged the public to remain calm, stating that there was currently no cause for panic or "panic ...Read More >
Bhopal, Apr 6 (PTI) Public sector oil marketing companies (OMCs) on Monday said they are maintaining steady and adequate supplies of LPG and automotive fuel in Madhya Pradesh despite the ongoing war in West Asia and allayed fears of shortages. Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) asserted domestic LPG supplies have been prioritised and cylinder deliveries continue as normal. IOCL Chief General Manager and its ...Read More >
Chandauli (UP), Apr 6 (PTI) At a time when concerns over cooking gas supply have emerged in parts of the country, a village in eastern Uttar Pradesh has turned self-reliant, with biogas powering kitchens of over 125 households at nearly half the cost of LPG. Ekauni village's initiative has drawn attention for its cost-effectiveness and environmental benefits. The biogas plant, installed with the support of a Pune-based clean energy company, supplies gas to around 125 families in the village, w ...Read More >
Indian LPG tankers in Hormuz: India got some relief on Monday as two more Indian-flagged LPG tankers safely crossed the conflict-hit Strait of Hormuz and continued their journey towards Indian ports. Officials said Green Sanvi is carrying 46,650 tonnes of cargo and is likely to reach an Indian port on April 7. Another ship, Green Asha, is carrying 15,500 tonnes and is expected to arrive on April 9. At a briefing, Mukesh Mangal, Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 6 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday met Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu to review a range of governance and public service issues, with a focus on preparedness ahead of the summer months. According to official communication, the meeting at Lok Niwas covered key concerns such as water supply, electricity management, and health services, as the city braces for rising temperatures. "During this meeting, there was an in-depth discussion on topics related to ...Read More >
Sathankulam Custodial Killing Case: A court in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district on Monday sentenced nine policemen to death in connection with the custodial deaths of trader P Jayaraj and his son J Benicks in Thoothukudi district, a case that sparked nationwide outrage six years ago. Describing the incident as a "case of abuse of authority", the court said the verdict would not "instill fear among police" and emphasised that many officers in the state serve with integrity. "Father and son strippe ...Read More >
MUMBAI: International rating agency Moody's has retained the Baa3 (BBB-) sovereign credit rating for the country with stable outlook, but has warned that Iran war could moderate growth to just about 6% this fiscal and raise inflation risks. The stable outlook incorporates the gradually improving fiscal metrics since emerging from the pandemic and resilient growth prospects compared with peers. However, fiscal accommodation in the context of the uncertain global macroeconomic outlook, including ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], April 6 (ANI): Amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, Indian Oil Corporation Limited chairman A S Sahney visited Guwahati to review the ground-level LPG supply situation and assess service delivery. During his visit, Sahney interacted with LPG distributors, customers and field teams to evaluate stock preparedness, safety practices and overall operational efficiency. Also Read | Karnataka High Court Refuses to Quash FIR Against Bengaluru Airport Staffer in South Korea ...Read More >
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Two separate fire incidents within a span of a few hours caused panic and damage in the city on Monday. According to fire officials, a massive blaze broke out in Chunabhatti area that gutted six shops after a gas cylinder explosion intensified the fire. Fire personnel battled the flames for nearly two hours before bringing the situation under control. Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) fire officials said the fire in Chunabhatti erupted at about 3.40 am and quickly spr ...Read More >
Mumbai, Apr 6 (PTI) The Maharashtra government on Monday said there is no shortage of petroleum products in the state amid the West Asia crisis and asked people to avoid panic buying. The state had faced challenges in LPG supply due to dependence on imports from Gulf countries, but the situation is now improving with calibrated policy measures by the Union government, Additional Chief Secretary (Food and Civil Supplies) Anil Diggikar asserted. Addressing a joint press briefing, he said, "Petro ...Read More >
New Delhi: Two more Indian-flagged LPG tankers have safely crossed the war-hit Strait of Hormuz and are headed for Indian ports even as 16 other vessels remain stranded in the Persian Gulf, officials said Monday. LPG vessel Green Sanvi carrying 46,650 tonnes of LPG is scheduled to reach Indian port on April 7 while Green Asha with 15,500 tonnes of cargo is scheduled to touch Indian coast on April 9, said Mukesh Mangal, Additional Secretary in Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways at a news br ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 6 (PTI) Natural gas supplies to fertilizer plants have been raised to about 90 per cent of their requirement after oil companies procured liquefied natural gas (LNG) from spot market as part of a broader set of measures to manage fuel availability amid disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz situation, officials said. With the war in West Asia disrupting energy flows from the Gulf nations, the government initially restricted gas supply to fertiliser (urea) plants to about 60 p ...Read More >
Mumbai: Two Indian-flagged LPG tankers, Green Sanvi and Green Asha, have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz. Green Sanvi, carrying 46,650 tonnes of LPG, will reach India on April 7. Green Asha, with 15,500 tonnes, is expected to arrive on April 9. Officials said operations remain safe despite tensions. Total Eight Tankers Cross So Far With this, eight Indian LPG tankers have now crossed the strait safely. Earlier, vessels like BW TYR, BW ELM, Pine Gas, Jag Vasant, MT Shivalik and MT Nanda Dev ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 6: The laundry business in India has grown and changed over time. The laundry business in India is going through a huge change. It used to be unorganised and not so refined, but now it is organised and driven by technology. The laundry business in India is becoming one of the best places for entrepreneurs and investors to invest because of changing lifestyles, growing cities, and more people being aware of hygiene in a post-pandemic world. Also Read | Badsha ...Read More >
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