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01 Jun

Restaurants, Hotels Face Fresh Cost Burden as Commercial LPG Rates Rise

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingLPG

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Businesses dependent on commercial cooking gas will see their expenses increase after oil companies announced a fresh hike in commercial LPG cylinder prices from June 1. The revision raises the cost of a 19-kg commercial cylinder by Rs 42, affecting restaurants, hotels, roadside eateries and catering services across the country. In the national capital, the revised price of a commercial LPG cylinder now stands at Rs 3,113.50, up from Rs 3,071.50. The increase comes at a time when many food businesses are already navigating rising operational costs, including transportation, raw materials and labour expenses. Despite the…

01 May

Third Consecutive Hike in Commercial LPG Prices Raises Concerns Among Businesses

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingLPG

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Commercial establishments across India are set to face increased operational costs following another sharp rise in LPG cylinder prices. Authorities have raised the rate of commercial cylinders by ₹993, marking the third upward revision since tensions escalated in the Iran–Israel conflict. The latest adjustment follows earlier hikes of ₹144 and ₹200 in recent months, reflecting the continued impact of global fuel market instability. While domestic LPG prices for households have largely been kept stable, commercial users are bearing the brunt of these increases. Restaurants, hotels, and catering businesses are expected to be the most affected, as…

01 Apr

ATF Breaches Rs 2 Lakh Barrier, Commercial LPG Prices Surge Amid West Asia Crisis

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, TrendingATF, LPG

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Fuel costs in India have spiked sharply as escalating tensions in West Asia continue to disrupt global energy markets, pushing aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices to record levels and increasing the burden on key sectors. According to state-run oil companies, jet fuel prices have more than doubled, crossing the ₹2 lakh per kilolitre mark in Delhi for the first time. The latest revision represents an increase of over 114 per cent, making it the steepest surge in recent years. The previous high was recorded in 2022 during a period of global crude volatility. This marks the…

30 Mar

Sikkim Establishes District Control Rooms to Regulate LPG Distribution Amid Energy Crisis

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaCrisis, Gas, LPG, Rationing, Sikkim

Gangtok (Gurpreet Singh): The Government of Sikkim has established 24/7 control rooms across all six districts to monitor and regulate the distribution of LPG cylinders, according to a notification issued on Monday, March 30, 2026. Food and Civil Supplies Secretary Devariya Bardhan stated that these measures are a direct response to the ongoing West Asia conflict, which has severely disrupted the global supply of cooking gas. The state-level and district-level control rooms aim to ensure a steady supply, improve coordination between distributors, and provide a dedicated platform for the timely redressal of public grievances. To manage the limited inventory, the…

19 Mar

Iranian strikes hit world’s largest LNG plant in Qatar, fire erupts at key facility

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsAttack, Iran, LPG, Oil, Qatar

Rajeev Sharma :- A major energy complex in Qatar that hosts the world’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility sustained significant damage as attacks on energy infrastructure intensified across the Persian Gulf. Authorities said Iran fired missiles at Ras Laffan Industrial City late Wednesday, with one striking the site while four others were intercepted. The facility had previously supplied roughly 20% of global LNG before operations were halted earlier this month. Around the same time, Abu Dhabi shut down its Habshan gas facilities after debris from a thwarted strike landed in the area. "A retaliatory attack on Ras Laffan…

17 Mar

LPG Shipments Arrive in Gujarat, Offering Relief Amid Global Oil and Gas Supply Concerns

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaArrived, India, LPG, Nanda Devi, Oil, Shops

Rajeev Sharma :- India received a significant boost to its energy supply chain as large consignments of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) reached the Gujarat coast, easing concerns over shortages triggered by ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The development comes at a time when disruptions in global oil and gas markets have begun to impact domestic availability, leading to increased pressure on supply systems across several cities. Officials confirmed that an LPG carrier, INS Nanda Devi, docked at Vadinar Port carrying approximately 46,000 metric tonnes of fuel. A day earlier, another vessel, INS Shivalik, had also delivered a similar volume…

14 Mar

Consumers allege overcharging and coercive practices by LPG agencies in Goniana Mandi

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBlackmarketing, LPG

Gurpreet Singh :- Several consumers in Goniana Mandi and nearby villages have raised serious allegations against local LPG distribution agencies, accusing them of unfair practices and overcharging. Residents claim that customers are being pressured to purchase gas pipes priced at around ₹190, with agency staff allegedly warning that refusal could lead to delays in cylinder supply or issues related to incomplete KYC verification. Consumers further allege irregularities in the pricing of domestic LPG cylinders. According to them, while the official delivery price for a household cylinder is around ₹952, some agencies in the area are reportedly charging ₹960 from customers.…

10 Mar

Government Confirms Steady LPG and LNG Stocks, Prioritises Households Amid Global Supply Disruptions

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, TrendingLPG

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Union government on Tuesday assured the public that India has sufficient LPG and LNG supplies, even as tensions in West Asia disrupted key energy shipping routes. Officials emphasised that there is no need for panic, and domestic consumers will continue to receive priority. A senior government source said, “Crude oil supplies are being rerouted through alternative channels, with about 70 per cent now coming from routes other than the Strait of Hormuz. The domestic LPG and LNG stockpiles are healthy, and additional imports are being arranged from multiple countries.” India’s dependence on the Strait of…

10 Mar

Centre Reviews LPG Supply Strategy as West Asia Conflict Disrupts Key Energy Route

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, TrendingIndia, LPG, Narendra Modi

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Union government has stepped up efforts to manage cooking gas supplies after tensions in West Asia disrupted shipments passing through a crucial maritime corridor. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a high-level meeting with Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to assess the situation and discuss contingency measures. The review comes amid rising concerns over a potential shortage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) following escalating hostilities involving Iran, Israel and the United States. The conflict has affected maritime movement through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route for…

01 Sep

LPG Rates Slashed Again: Commercial Cylinder Sees Fresh Price Drop

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingLPG, LPG Cylinder

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Oil companies have announced a fresh reduction in commercial LPG prices, marking the fifth consecutive monthly cut and bringing cheer to restaurants, eateries, and businesses ahead of the festive season. In Delhi, the 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder is now priced at Rs 1,580, down from Rs 1,631.50, offering savings of Rs 51.50 per unit. Similar adjustments have been made across metros — the new price in Kolkata is Rs 1,684, in Mumbai Rs 1,531.50, and in Chennai Rs 1,738. The revision took effect today. While commercial consumers benefit from the continued reductions, domestic LPG rates remain…