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LPG supply to be cut off if households refuse PNG switch: Govt order

The government has mandated that cooking gas LPG supply to households will be discontinued if consumers fail to switch to piped natural gas where such connectivity is available, under a new order aimed at accelerating gas network expansion and reducing reliance on a single fuel. As India grapples with an LPG shortage due to the war in West Asia disrupting supplies from key sources, the government is pushing households and commercial users to switch to piped natural gas (PNG) -- a more convenient alternative that is both domestically produced and sourced through diversified supply. PNG is continuously supplied to kitchen burners through pipelines, eliminating the need to book refills. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has notified the Natural Gas and Petroleum Products Distribution (Through Laying, Building, Operation and Expansion of Pipelines and Other Facilities) Order, 2026, aimed at accelerating pipeline infrastructure, easing approvals and promoting a shift from LPG to

PG Electroplast rises 9% after LPG crisis eases; AC production on track

PG Electroplast share price surged up to 9 per cent on Tuesday after the company said its AC production has normalised despite LPG shortage. Analysts see limited Q4 impact; maintain positive outlook.

Govt notifies order to cut delays in rollout of gas infra development

The new framework aims to cut approval delays, expand PNG networks and improve last-mile connectivity, as India looks to strengthen energy security amid global disruptions

West Asia conflict: Small firms face big strain from energy and cost shocks

Rising gas prices, disrupted routes threaten MSME margins and output: CII

College hostels revise menus, explore alternatives as LPG crunch continues

Campus kitchens are shifting to electric systems and wood-fired backups to keep student meal services running

An opportunity in a crisis: Oil import dependence needs urgent policy fix

The ongoing oil crisis risks becoming a lost opportunity unless the government outlines a clear plan to reform exploration policies and boost India's domestic crude oil output

LPG crisis: HungerBox invests ₹3.5 crore in shift to electric cooking

HungerBox has invested Rs 3.5 crore in electric cooking systems to tackle LPG shortages and support food partners, ensuring continuity amid supply disruptions

Centre forms seven official panels to tackle impact of West Asia crisis

The first panel on defence, external affairs and public order is led by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, with Home Secretary Govind Mohan and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh as members

Oil industry pushes ethanol as cooking fuel to cut dependency on LPG

The petroleum industry on Tuesday urged industry players to develop ethanol as a clean cooking fuel for Indian households as part of efforts to reduce dependence on imported LPG and expand biofuel use. R S Ravi, Director (Downstream) at the Federation of Indian Petroleum Industry (FIPI), made the appeal while addressing the All India Distillers' Association (AIDA) conference, highlighting ongoing research into ethanol-based cooking stoves. "A lot of work is happening" at agencies like the LPG Equipment Research Centre (LERC) and various IITs to develop ethanol-compatible and efficient cooking stoves, with prototypes likely to be ready soon, Ravi said. He sought active support from the All India Distillers Association (IDA) and its members on two key fronts: connecting with manufacturers to scale up production of these stoves, and more importantly, developing a viable supply chain to deliver ethanol directly to households. "This is a different ballgame. As of now, the way you are ..

India's LPG, oil shortage: HSBC explains why this energy shock is different

India is facing an energy crisis as the Strait of Hormuz remains shut amid Iran war. Analysts at HSBC assess the impact of LNG shortages on GDP, inflation, and fuel supply stability

Aluminium extrusion industry grappling with LPG, PNG crisis amid Iran war

The Aluminium Extrusion Manufacturers Association of India (ALEMA) has urged the government for urgent relief measures as the industry is grappling with severe LPG and PNG shortages triggered by the escalating West Asia crisis. The ALEMA has urged the government to implement urgent relief measures, including interest rate cuts and loan moratoriums. ALEMA, in a recent letter to the government, said the conflict in West Asia has severely disrupted supplies of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and piped natural gas (PNG), critical fuels for melting, heating and ageing processes in aluminium extrusion manufacturing. "Many extrusion units have been compelled to shut down or reduce production by 30-70 per cent due to acute shortages and supply prioritisation by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas," the association said. ALMA represents nearly 250 of India's 450 aluminium extrusion companies -- with 90 per cent being MSMEs. According to the association, without intervention, the ...

LPG crisis: Smaller 10 kg cylinders instead of 14 kg? Govt reviews plan

While a proposal to supply smaller refills is under consideration, petroleum ministry officials have termed reports of such a move as "highly speculative", urging consumers not to believe rumours

Food Security Is the New Oil: Neo Green Ventures Emerges as a High-Conviction Agritech Bet in India's Unlisted Market

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Will overcome West Asia crisis, like Covid, says PM Narendra Modi

PM Modi urged unity and preparedness in Lok Sabha, warning that the West Asia crisis could have prolonged economic and security implications for India

Crackling logs push out the blue flame in India's elite club kitchens

The old fire is stoked again as firewood and electric fill the LPG gap, and menus shrink

India's LPG supply shortage shows no sign of easing as new route opens

On the positive side, a new route, bypassing Hormuz, opened for India's LPG supplies from Saudi Arabia. But there is a supply shortage for March and a much bigger one for April as of date

War, emerging geopolitical faultlines: West Asia war jolts global economy

Iran's decision to shut off the Strait of Hormuz on March 1 was not merely an act of retaliation; it was a calculated demonstration of its enduring capacity to disrupt the global commons

Datanomics: India's energy diversification timely, but risks remain

PM Narendra Modi highlights India's diversified energy import strategy as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz disrupt global oil and gas flows

Oil prices plunge; two Indian LPG tankers cross Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices dropped sharply after Trump paused Iran strikes, while Indian LPG tankers crossed the Strait of Hormuz amid supply concerns and disruptions in West Asia

Govt directs PNG rollout to schools, colleges within 5 days amid LPG crisis

Amid LPG shortages, the government has asked CGD firms to provide PNG connections to schools, colleges, and community kitchens within five days where pipeline infrastructure exists