Page 14 - Lpg Crisis

'No such problem': Uttarakhand CM warns against rumours of LPG shortage

Pushkar Singh Dhami, while speaking to the reporters, said, We are taking strict action against rumours, and there is no such problem anywhere in Uttarakhand

LPG supply shortage hits businesses; eateries switch to wood stoves

LPG supplies are tightening across cities, with long delivery delays and limited stock; restaurants and households in several cities are facing shortages

Household appliances TTK, Butterfly, Stove Kraft fall 14% from day's high

In the past three trading days, TTK Prestige, Stove Kraft have zoomed by up to 36% on reports of panic buying of induction cooktops amid disruptions in commercial LPG supply across several cities.

LPG crisis hits food deliveries, gig workers union seeks ₹10,000 relief

Gig worker union flags sharp fall in food delivery orders as LPG shortages shut restaurants and cloud kitchens, seeks ₹10,000 relief for workers and an urgent meeting with government

West Asia war digest, March 12: Stories tracking the economic fallout

From fuel supplies and gas shortages to markets, industry, diplomacy and seafarers, here's Business Standard's coverage tracking the impact of West Asia war in India

Govt working to control LPG crisis, secure more supply: Suresh Gopi

Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi on Thursday said that efforts are underway to bring the LPG crisis under control and that avenues are opening for India to secure additional supply. Speaking to reporters here, he said Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri had answered questions regarding the LPG crisis in Parliament on Wednesday. He said due to diplomatic sensitivities, some matters related to supply through the Hormuz Strait cannot be revealed. "The Prime Minister has spoken to all countries regarding how the Hormuz Strait issue has affected lives and sought exemptions. I am not giving the exact data, but ways are opening for us to get more LPG," Gopi said. He said priority is being given to emergency utility services such as hospitals and crematoriums. "We, as a ministry, feel the situation is under control. However, we have no right to control several technical aspects outside the country," he said. He said the LPG crisis has affected daily life in

Cooking gas crunch in India fuels inflation fear as Iran war widens

The gas crunch is rippling through the economy, raising fears about a spike in prices and a drop in output in some sectors

West Asia war updates: Brent above $100; US releases oil from reserves

Oil prices surged above $100 a barrel after tanker attacks near the Strait of Hormuz raised supply concerns; here are the top updates at 9 am (IST)

Explained: Why India faces LPG shortage amid ongoing West Asia war

India relies heavily on LPG imports from West Asia routed through the Strait of Hormuz. The ongoing conflict has forced the Centre to divert domestic output to protect households

Gas supply jitters begin rattling industry pockets across key sectors

LPG and natural gas shortages are beginning to disrupt parts of Indian industry, though most sectors say production remains largely stable for now

West Asia crisis forces leaner menus at India's peak wedding season

LPG shortages linked to the West Asia conflict are forcing caterers to trim menus and guest lists as India heads into the peak April-May wedding season

Opposition CMs urge PM to ensure cooking gas supply isn't disrupted

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised Congress over the West Asia crisis as chief ministers urged the Centre to ensure LPG supply and evacuate Indians

Home Secretary reviews LPG supply with states govts to ensure no disruption

India is among the world's largest consumers of LPG, which is widely used as a primary cooking fuel in households

Nomura cuts India FY27 GDP forecast to 7% amid West Asia conflict

Tensions in West Asia, if sustained, could test the goldilocks mix of robust growth and stable inflation, Nomura said in a recent note.

EAM Jaishankar speaks to Sergey Lavrov after US' Russian oil waiver

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held talks with Russia's Sergey Lavrov and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas as the West Asia conflict disrupts energy supplies

LPG shortage forces Infosys to limit catering services on campuses

Food courts at Infosys campuses in Pune, Bengaluru and Chennai will operate with limited menus as LPG supply curbs linked to the West Asia crisis disrupt catering operations

Petrochemical units, power plants to face brunt of gas allocation

With LNG flows from Qatar disrupted by the Strait of Hormuz closure, the government prioritises household gas and transport fuel while industry braces for supply cuts and higher costs

Himachal has adequate petrol, diesel and LPG stocks, says chief secretary

Himachal Pradesh presently has sufficient stock of petrol, diesel and domestic cooking gas (LPG), Chief Secretary Sanjay Gupta said on Wednesday. Presiding over a review meeting to assess the availability of petrol, diesel and domestic as well as commercial LPG in the state in view of the current situation arising due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, he directed officials to ensure uninterrupted availability for the public. Around 15,000 commercial LPG cylinders are currently available in the state, and these were being supplied to hotels, restaurants and other institutions as required, a statement issued here said. However, it was noted that the supply of commercial LPG cylinders has been slightly affected due to the prevailing circumstances. Despite this, private and government hospitals, as well as educational institutions, were being provided with a full supply of commercial LPG cylinders on priority to ensure that essential services continue without disruption. The

Delhi High Court lawyers' canteen stops hot meals amid LPG shortage

Food services at the Delhi High Court lawyers' canteen were partially suspended after the facility ran out of LPG cylinders needed for cooking

Shell declares force majeure on Asia LNG deals after Qatar plant shutdown

Shell has an equity partnership with QatarEnergy in the massive Ras Laffan LNG plant, the largest single plant in the world, which shut down last week following a drone attack on the facility