LPG

MGL urges residents in gasified societies to apply for PNG connections

Mahanagar Gas says LPG supplies to housing societies with operational PNG infrastructure will stop after 90 days, urging residents to apply for piped gas connections

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 10:29 PM IST

Govt relaxes LPG distribution curbs for industrial users as Hormuz reopens

The Centre has restored non-domestic LPG supplies to pre-conflict levels and partially resumed bulk LPG allocations as energy supplies improve following the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 9:13 PM IST

OMCs incur ₹22,000 crore LPG under-recoveries amid West Asia crisis

Higher global LPG prices and limited pass-through to household consumers have resulted in Rs 22,000 crore of under-recoveries for oil marketing companies since March

Updated On: 19 Jun 2026 | 7:31 PM IST

India has adequate crude oil, LPG and gas stocks, says Hardeep Puri

Petroleum minister says fuel prices in India fell 3.1 per cent from May 2022 to May 2026 even as rates rose sharply in several countries

Updated On: 13 Jun 2026 | 8:32 PM IST

Indian refiners secure crude, LPG supplies till August despite Iran war

Indian refiners, including Indian Oil Corp and Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd, ‌have also purchased crude through spot tenders in recent weeks

Updated On: 11 Jun 2026 | 1:24 PM IST

Fuel supplies stable, 2,557 Indians moved out of Iran amid West Asia crisis

Government says energy supplies, aviation services and maritime operations remain stable as evacuation efforts continue and Gulf connectivity gradually improves

Updated On: 04 Jun 2026 | 8:28 PM IST

House collapses after LPG blast in north Delhi; 11 injured, 1 critical

Many residents were feared trapped after a single-storey house collapsed in an LPG blast in north Delhi's Mukundpur area on Tuesday morning, an official of the Delhi Fire Service said. The incident happened at Gali No. 1, Part-2, Ishu Vihar, near the cremation ground, he said. A caller reported the blast at 9.37 am, saying residents may be trapped. "We got information that a blast took place and a building collapsed due to which some people are trapped. Rescue teams rushed to the spot and launched operations," the officer said. Five rescue vehicles were rushed to the spot, he added.

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 2:19 PM IST

Commercial LPG price rises ₹42; ATF for international airlines down 27%

Oil marketing companies have increased commercial LPG prices by Rs 42 per cylinder, while aviation turbine fuel for international airlines has been cut by 27 per cent

Updated On: 01 Jun 2026 | 11:40 PM IST

Commercial LPG prices raised by ₹42; ATF prices for int'l airlines cut 27%

Prices of 5 kg FTL (Free Trade LPG) cylinders have been increased by ₹11, and will cost ₹821.50 in Delhi

Updated On: 01 Jun 2026 | 1:19 PM IST

Best of BS Opinion: Can middle powers prevent transactional geopolitics?

From the rise of transactional geopolitics to oil shock risks and Pakistan's strategic missteps, BS Opinion examines the global uncertainties shaping politics and business

Updated On: 16 May 2026 | 6:15 AM IST

Modi's UAE visit secures $5 bn investments, key energy and defence pacts

India and the UAE signed multiple agreements on energy, defence, shipbuilding and AI cooperation, alongside investment commitments worth $5 billion

Updated On: 15 May 2026 | 6:20 PM IST

India-UAE to sign LPG, strategic petroleum reserves pacts during PM's visit

Agreements on energy cooperation, green technology and strategic oil reserves are expected during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the UAE

Updated On: 13 May 2026 | 10:17 PM IST

India has 60 days of crude, LNG, 45 days of LPG, no supply issues: Puri

Speaking at the CII Annual Summit, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said India's oil companies are losing ₹1,000 crore every day and the under recovery is going to be ₹1,98,000 crore

Updated On: 13 May 2026 | 8:24 AM IST

India maintains 60-day crude stock; no fuel rationing planned: Oil Secy

India has maintained adequate crude oil, petroleum product and LPG reserves despite global supply disruptions, Oil Secretary Neeraj Mittal said

Updated On: 11 May 2026 | 9:05 PM IST

Reliance Industries plans Jamnagar refinery shutdown starting late May

Reliance Industries is likely to begin maintenance shutdown at its Jamnagar refinery after Nayara Energy resumes operations, amid efforts to ensure fuel supplies

Updated On: 06 May 2026 | 9:01 PM IST

Commercial LPG cylinder prices hiked by ₹993: Will consumers pay more? | West Asia war | Iran war

The price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder has been raised by ₹993 with effect from May 1, marking a significant increase in cooking fuel costs for businesses.

Updated On: 04 May 2026 | 3:17 PM IST
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India's oil trade deficit rises despite softer crude prices: Crisil

Rating agency flags divergence between global and domestic oil demand trends as imports outpace exports, putting pressure on India's overall trade balance

Updated On: 30 Apr 2026 | 9:31 PM IST

Energy disruption offers chance to shift cooking to solar hours: Joshi

LPG shortages amid global disruption offer India a chance to shift cooking to solar hours, improving energy security while supporting renewable power use, MNRE minister Pralhad Joshi said

Updated On: 29 Apr 2026 | 4:46 PM IST

Best of BS Opinion: India's FTA with New Zealand shows agile deal-making

From India's FTA strategy and Sun Pharma's global ambitions to LPG shortages, West Asia risks and Asean ties, here are the key insights from today's Opinion page

Updated On: 29 Apr 2026 | 6:15 AM IST

PNG vs LPG: Which one saves more and ensures steady supply? | Gas connection

With the West Asia conflict disrupting fuel supplies, the debate over LPG versus PNG for Indian consumers has intensified.

Updated On: 27 Apr 2026 | 12:59 PM IST
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