Guwahati, April 4 (IANS) The Assam government has suspended five LPG distributors across the state with immediate effect, citing irregularities in distribution practices and violations of compliance norms, officials said on Saturday.The action comes as part of an intensified monitoring exercise being carried out in coordination with the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas and oil marketing companies, against the backdrop of the prevailing geopolitical situation in West Asia that has prompted h…
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New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) Amid the evolving situation in West Asia, the government on Saturday said that 5 kg LPG cylinders are available at distributors on showing a valid ID without the need for address proof.The Government said it is taking comprehensive steps to ensure smooth availability of fuel and energy supplies, even as tensions in West Asia and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz raise concerns over global energy flows.“The 5 Kg FTL cylinders are available at nearby LPG Distributorsh…
New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) The government on Saturday dismissed reports and social media claims that an Iranian crude oil cargo was diverted from Vadinar in India to China due to payment issues, calling them “factually incorrect” and misleading.The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has clarified that recent reports suggesting India lost an Iranian oil shipment due to payment problems are not true.The government said India imports crude oil from more than 40 countries, and oil companies ha…
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) The expansion of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) has gained momentum with 3.42 lakh connections gasified and 3.7 lakh new registrations have been made since March 2026, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said on Friday.States have been advised to facilitate the new PNG connections for both domestic and commercial consumers, a ministry statement said.The government is making all efforts to ensure the availability of petrol, diesel and LPG, and citizens are advised to avoi…
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) State-owned Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) on Friday said it has suspended 10 liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distributors for alleged malpractices, reiterating its zero-tolerance policy against irregularities in its distribution network.Taking to the social media platform X, the company informed that it initiated strict action by suspending 10 LPG distributors found involved in malpractice.”With a zero-tolerance approach, we are ensuring accountability an…
New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) More than 3.9 lakh 5 kg FTL (free trade LPG) cylinders have been sold since March 23, and over 65,000 5 kg FTL cylinders were sold yesterday, the government said on Wednesday.Supply of LPG continues to be affected due to the prevailing geopolitical situation, but there has been no increase in price for domestic LPG consumers, said the government during the inter-ministerial briefing.”No dry-out has been reported at LPG distributorships. Online LPG bookings have increase…
New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas clarified on Wednesday that only the price of commercial LPG have been increased in the country, while that of domestic LPG has been left unchanged to protect households from the sharp rise in the cost at which the cooking gas is being imported amid disruptions due to the Iran war.“Prices of commercial LPG cylinders, used by industries and hotels, are deregulated, market determined and revised normally on a monthly basis. Thei…
New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) The government on Wednesday said that domestic airfares are unlikely to see a sharp rise as it has cushioned the impact of a steep surge in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices by allowing only a partial increase for domestic airlines.According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), ATF prices in India — deregulated since 2001 — are revised monthly based on international benchmarks. Given the current geopolitical situation, ATF prices for domestic markets…
Prayagraj, March 31 (IANS) In a striking example of grassroots innovation, a street vendor in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, has devised a unique ‘magical stove’ that runs on waste engine oil, offering an alternative solution amid concerns over LPG availability. Instances of ‘jugaad’ — innovative improvisation using limited resources — are not uncommon in India. However, this particular innovation has caught widespread attention. At a time when rumours about LPG shortages have led to long queues at…
New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) All refineries are operating at high capacity with adequate crude inventories, and sufficient stocks of petrol and diesel are being maintained while domestic LPG production from refineries has been increased to support local consumption, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said on Monday.Although LPG supply continues to be affected due to the prevailing geopolitical situation, no dry-outs have been reported at LPG distributorships. Most LPG distributorships also …