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Chandigarh, Apr 7 (PTI) With the war in West Asia disrupting energy supplies, Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi on Tuesday reviewed the distribution of LPG cylinders as well as the status of the piped natural gas (PNG) network across the state. The meeting was conducted through a video conference, which was attended by deputy commissioners (DCs) of all districts of Haryana. Rastogi told officials to ensure last-mile delivery of LPG cylinders, with special attention to rural areas. There ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 7 (PTI) The government has doubled the daily quota of market-priced 5-kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers as part of a broader push to stabilise fuel supplies amid disruptions linked to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. Unlike the subsidised 14.2-kg cylinders that are used in household kitchens for cooking, the 5-kg bottles are priced at market rates. A 5-kg cylinder costs Rs 549 in Delhi as against the Rs 913 price for a 14.2-kg domestic cylinder. The 5-kg cylinders are av ...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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], April 6 (ANI): Dhabas and small roadside eateries in Uttarakhand's Dehradun are facing the impact of the price hike in commercial LPG cylinders, leading to operational disruptions. A dhaba owner said, "The supply continues, because we cannot afford it. We have switched to other alternatives like wood fire." Also Read | 8th Pay Commission Latest News: NC JCM Demands OPS Restoration, Pension Reform and Extension for Submission Deadline. Another dhaba owner told A ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], April 6 (ANI): Dhabas and small roadside eateries in Uttarakhand's Dehradun are facing the impact of the price hike in commercial LPG cylinders, leading to operational disruptions. A dhaba owner said, "The supply continues, because we cannot afford it. We have switched to other alternatives like wood fire." Another dhaba owner told ANI, "We are facing a severe problem. There is an issue in supplying the orders to the customers as well. There is a price rise in e ...Read More >
New Delhi: State-run oil marketing company Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) on Monday said commercial LPG supply has recovered to around 70 per cent of pre-crisis levels amid ongoing geopolitical disruptions. The PSU firm further noted that it continues to work towards maintaining reliable and efficient energy access, aiming to support both households and businesses during the current period of uncertainty. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has said that online LPG bookings ...Read More >
Berhampur: Amid allegations of black marketing and hoarding of cooking gas cylinders in Ganjam, the district administration has decided to launch a crackdown on such illegal activities at block level."The block-level enforcement teams, led by the respective tehsildars and civil supplies and marketing officials have been asked to carry out surprise raids in rural areas in to curb illegal hoarding and misuse of domestic LPG cylinders," said V Keerthi Vasan, Ganjam collector.At present, raids are b ...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, 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: 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, and citizens are advised ...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 4: Despite a decade of national push for clean energy, Meghalaya remains trapped in a "smoke-and-firewood" era, ranking as India's second-worst state for LPG adoption with a staggering 65% of households still dependent on traditional fuel. According to the latest reports, only 29% of households in Meghalaya have an LPG connection, the lowest in the country after Odisha (26%). Within the Northeast, Meghalaya trails significantly behind Tripura, which holds a 36% coverage rate. ...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, 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 (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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
The Centre has decided to act against rumours and misinformation concerning the availability of LPG cylinders and other petroleum products amid the global energy crisis due to the Iran war. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has written to the Chief Secretaries of all states and Union Territories, urging them to conduct daily press briefings and share accurate and timely information through social and electronic media. Currently, only 17 states and Union Territories are conducting press ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The government has directed all states to take measures to curb misinformation on the availability of petrol, diesel and gas, and to prevent black marketing and hoarding of LPG cylinders. In a letter to the chief secretaries of all states and Union territories on Thursday, petroleum secretary Neeraj Mittal also emphasised the need for regular dissemination of information to assure citizens of adequate availability and smooth distribution of LPG cylinders."...rumours continue to circul ...Read More >
Hyderabad, April 3: Acting against hoarding and black-marketing of LPG, the Telangana civil supplies department has so far seized 3,699 illegal domestic LPG cylinders, officials said on Friday. The department also seized 70 small cylinders. All the cylinders have been seized from March 12 to April 3. According to an official statement, the value of seized property is Rs. 1.10 crore. A total of 1,275 cases have been filed under Section 6A of the Essential Commodities Act. Officials said 216 FIRs ...Read More >
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