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New Delhi, Apr 6 (PTI) Crude oil prices gained Rs 91 to Rs 9,284 per barrel, hovering near its record levels, in futures trade on Monday after US President Donald Trump warned of military strikes on Iran's power plants and other infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, crude oil for May delivery increased by Rs 91, or 1 per cent, to Rs 9,284 per barrel. Oil prices hit record of Rs 9,407 per barrel on March 23, 2026. The uptick in crude oil prices ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 6 (PTI) The Delhi High Court on Monday rejected an activist's appeal against an order directing him to take down social media content linking Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri's daughter to convicted American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. It asked him to air his grievances before the single judge who had passed the order. A bench of Justices Vivek Chaudhary and Renu Bhatnagar told the single judge to finally decide the issue of whether to continue or vacate its interim order as e ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 6 (PTI) Jindal Steel on Monday said it has deployed syngas in galvanising and colour coating line furnaces to counter the shortage of natural gas, LPG and propane, enabling the company to sustain operations amid supply disruptions. Syngas, or synthesis gas, is a clean-burning fuel that offers a way to convert waste and biomass into valuable energy, acting as a circular energy source. The innovative switch to syngas -- produced through gasification of coal -- has allowed the comp ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Government has stepped up sale of small 5-kg LPG cylinders, which are available across-the-counter at LPG distributorships on showing valid ID proofs. Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas has said that about 6.6 lakh 5-kg LPG cylinders have been sold since March 23rd, 2026, after the government ramped up supplies to meet demand. Unlike the subsidised domestic 14.2-kg cylinders, 5-kg cylinders are priced at market rates and do not require any address proof for procurement from a ne ...Read More >
New Delhi: Jindal Steel is positioning itself at the forefront of India's energy transition in steelmaking by scaling coal gasification technologies across its operations. The company has achieved a global first by setting up India's first coal gasification-based Direct Reduced Iron plant, using syngas derived from domestic coal for iron-making. This move represents a shift away from conventional fuel sources and underscores a strategic push toward self-reliance. By tapping into indigenous coal ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 5: Sale of small 5-kg LPG cylinders - available across-the-counter at LPG distributorships on showing valid ID proofs - has been stepped up, with about 6.6 lakh bottles sold since March 23 as the government ramps up supplies to meet demand. Unlike the subsidised domestic 14.2-kg cylinders, the 5 kg bottles, called FTL cylinders, are priced at market rates and do not require any address proof for procurement from a nearby LPG distributorship. "Since March 23, 2026, about 6.6 la ...Read More >
New Delhi: Amid rising tensions in West Asia and concerns around the Strait of Hormuz, the Government of India has rolled out a series of measures to secure energy supply, shipping operations and the safety of its citizens in the region. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has assured that petrol, diesel and LPG remain available across the country. The government has advised citizens to avoid panic buying and unnecessary LPG bookings. It has also asked people to use digital booking system ...Read More >
New Delhi: The government on Sunday said that sale of small 5-kg LPG cylinders has been stepped up significantly as easy access to 5 kg FTL cylinders without address proof is available across-the-counter at LPG distributorships. In order to ramp up supplies to meet demand, the government also said that over 90,000 such cylinders have been sold on Saturday alone. Unlike the subsidised domestic 14.2-kg cylinders, the 5 kg bottles, called FTL cylinders, are priced at market rates and do not requir ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 5 (PTI) Sale of small 5-kg LPG cylinders - available across-the-counter at LPG distributorships on showing valid ID proofs - has been stepped up, with about 6.6 lakh bottles sold since March 23 as the government ramps up supplies to meet demand. Unlike the subsidised domestic 14.2-kg cylinders, the 5 kg bottles, called FTL cylinders, are priced at market rates and do not require any address proof for procurement from a nearby LPG distributorship. "Yesterday (April 4), more than ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 5 (ANI): The government on Sunday said fuel supplies across the country remain stable despite the ongoing conflict in West Asia, urging citizens to avoid panic buying of petrol, diesel and LPG. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said it is closely monitoring the situation and has taken several steps to ensure an uninterrupted energy supply and the smooth functioning of key sectors. "Govt. is making all efforts to ensure availability of Petrol, Diesel and LPG, an ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) Online LPG cylinder bookings have increased to 95 per cent, and no dry-out has been reported at LPG distributorships with more than 51 lakh domestic cylinders distributed on April 4, according to the latest update issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Sunday. To prevent diversion at the distributor level, Delivery Authentication Code (DAC) based deliveries have increased 90 per cent from 53 per cent in February before the disruption in suppli ...Read More >
Dehradun: Given the shortage in LPG supply due to the US and Israel war on Iran, the Uttarakhand government has issued new guidelines for the distribution of commercial cylinders. In the revised standard operating procedure (SOP), LPG cylinders will now be allocated under the 66% quota. Issued by the Secretary for Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs, Anand Swarup, the order shall remain in effect until further notice. Following an increase in the commercial LPG allocations to states by t ...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 >
AFP | New Delhi Email : editor@newsofbahrain.com India's oil ministry said yesterday that domestic jet fuel prices would rise as the Middle East war pushed up energy costs, but that it had cushioned airlines from an expected 100% jump. Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) makes up a substantial chunk of airlines' expenses, and sustained increases could translate into higher airfares. State-run refiner Indian Oil Corporation said that ATF prices rose by 8.5% in the capital Delhi, with similar rises in ...Read More >
KOCHI: Kochi is witnessing a slow but steady expansion of piped natural gas (PNG) coverage, with more residential areas being brought under the network even as consumers weigh costs against convenience. The transition, part of the Centre's push to expand city gas distribution and reduce dependence on LPG cylinders, is beginning to gather momentum in the city. According to Ajay Pillai, general manager of Indian Oil-Adani Gas, over 44,000 households in Kochi are currently connected to PNG. The ne ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Delhi government has amended its commercial LPG distribution policy to make it mandatory for industrial and commercial consumers to apply for a piped natural gas (PNG) connection before receiving fresh cylinder allocations, according to an order issued by the department of food, supplies and consumer affairs. The order, dated Thursday, modifies Clause 3.4 of the policy that was updated on March 26. It states that deliveries to commercial and industrial LPG consumers "shall be per ...Read More >
Mumbai: After weeks of disruption sparked by the West Asia conflict, Mumbai's hospitality sector is moving towards a more permanent fix to its fuel crisis. Nearly 2,000 hotels and restaurants, largely in south Mumbai, are preparing to switch to piped natural gas, or PNG, in a bid to escape the uncertainty, delays and daily struggle of securing commercial LPG cylinders.The strongest response has come from south Mumbai, where demand is high despite infrastructure challenges. Dense development and ...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: An Indian LPG tanker has successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions in West Asia, while another vessel carrying Iranian LPG has reached Mangalore, according to official statements on Saturday. "LPG vessel Green Sanvi has safely transited the Strait of Hormuz, carrying 46,650 tonnes of LPG cargo with 25 seafarers on board," the government said, adding that it was the seventh Indian-flagged tanker to pass through the route since disruptions began. Separately, the ...Read More >
New Delhi: Private city gas distributors raised compressed natural gas (CNG) prices by Rs 1-4 per kg in several parts of the country. This follows an increase in domestic natural gas price at the start of April amid higher global oil and gas prices. Adani Gas raised CNG prices by ₹1.5 per kg in Gujarat, while Torrent Gas increased rates by Rs 2.5 per kg in Rajasthan and other markets. Think Gas lifted prices by ₹2.5-4 per kg across north and south India. However, Indraprastha Gas, which operat ...Read More >
India denies reports an Iranian crude shipment was diverted to China over payment issues, says refiners freely choose suppliers and face no payment hurdles for Iranian oil The Indian government on Saturday dismissed reports claiming that an Iranian crude shipment was diverted from Gujarat to China due to payment-related issues, calling such assertions "factually incorrect." In a statement posted on X, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas clarified that India sources crude oil from more th ...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: 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 >
New Delhi [India], April 4 (ANI): Delhi Police Anti-Narcotics Squad (ANS) of East District busted a supply module involved in the storage and distribution of commercial quantities of ganja under its zero-tolerance policy on Thursday. Acting on credible information, the ANS team arrested two accused persons and recovered a large quantity of ganja, cash, and packaging equipment from their possession. Also Read | Did India-Bound Iranian Oil Tanker Turn to China Over Payment Issues? Ministry of Pe ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 4 (ANI): The Delhi Crime Branch on Saturday arrested a shooter wanted in an attempt to murder case in the Bhalswa Dairy police station area of the capital. The accused was apprehended with illegal weapons. According to the police, the shooting occurred on the occasion of Holi, after which the accused had been absconding. Upon his arrest, officers recovered two country-made pistols and four live cartridges from his possession. Also Read | Did India-Bound Iranian Oil Tan ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4: The government on Saturday dismissed reports and social media claims that an Iranian crude oil cargo was diverted from Vadinar in India to China due to payment issues, calling them "factually incorrect" and misleading. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has clarified that recent reports suggesting India lost an Iranian oil shipment due to payment problems are not true. The government said India imports crude oil from more than 40 countries, and oil companies have full ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4 (PTI) The Delhi government has tightened norms for the supply of commercial LPG cylinders, making it mandatory for businesses to either have or apply for a piped natural gas (PNG) connection in areas where the network is available, according to an official order. In an order issued by the Food, Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department on April 2, the government amended a key clause of its recently notified policy on distribution of commercial LPG cylinders. Under the revised ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4 (PTI) The Delhi government has tightened norms for the supply of commercial LPG cylinders, making it mandatory for businesses to either have or apply for a piped natural gas (PNG) connection in areas where the network is available, according to an official order. In an order issued by the Food, Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department on April 2, the government amended a key clause of its recently notified policy on distribution of commercial LPG cylinders. Under the revised ...Read More >
Russia's first deputy prime minister Denis Manturov met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and external affairs minister S Jaishankar on Thursday and discussed ways to advance cooperation in critical areas such as energy and fertilisers. Modi said on social media that he and Manturov discussed "mutually beneficial cooperation in trade, fertilisers, connectivity and people-to-people ties". Modi lauded the sustained efforts by both countries to implement the outcomes of the India-Russia Summit held dur ...Read More >
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