For years, India’s fuel story was defined by dependence. Crude oil imports dictated everything from inflation to fiscal policy, and any geopolitical tremor in West Asia would immediately ripple through Indian households. Petrol and diesel prices were not just economic indicators, they were
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam president Vijay unveiled a welfare-heavy election manifesto in Chennai, promising a wide range of benefits aimed at women, youth and low-income families. The announcement places his party firmly in the competitive welfare politics space already dominated by the major Dravidian parties ahead of the Tamil Nadu political battle. Vijay Election
Donald Trump stood before the world and made it clear: America would no longer carry the burden of global energy security. “Go get your own oil,” was not just rhetoric, it was a declaration of intent. The United States, he signaled, was stepping back from its long-held role as the guarantor of safe global trade […]
An India-flagged LPG tanker, Jag Vikram, has crossed the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the first Indian-flagged vessel to make the transit after the U.S.-Iran ceasefire. The move is being seen as an important development for India’s fuel supply chain, though broader shipping activity through the strategic waterway is still recovering slowly. Jag Vikram Crosses Strait […]
India has increased domestic LPG production to meet nearly 60% of national demand as the government moves to protect household fuel supplies amid rising Middle East tensions. The step comes as concerns over the Strait of Hormuz and wider regional instability have put pressure on energy security planning, especially for fuels that depend heavily on […]
An India-flagged liquefied petroleum gas tanker, Green Sanvi, has safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz, offering a measure of relief amid continued tensions in West Asia and concerns over energy shipments through the critical maritime route. The vessel is the latest Indian ship to pass through the strait as authorities closely monitor fuel supplies and […]
India Moves To Secure LPG Supply Amid Iran War The Centre has moved to secure LPG supplies and protect essential sectors from the fallout of the Iran war, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi chairing a high-level Cabinet Committee on Security meeting to review fuel, power and logistics preparedness. The review came as the government sought […]
Commercial LPG prices were raised sharply on April 1, with state-run fuel retailers increasing the rate of a 19-kg cylinder by Rs 195.50 amid higher global oil prices linked to the West Asia conflict. The latest revision adds to cost pressure on hotels, restaurants and small businesses that rely on commercial gas. Commercial LPG Price […]
Two India-bound LPG carriers are crossing the Strait of Hormuz, offering a limited but important sign that some energy shipments to India are moving again despite the conflict-related disruption in the region. The movement comes at a time when the strait remains under intense global watch because of its central role in oil and gas […]
Punjab has further tightened LPG refill booking rules amid supply pressure linked to the West Asia war, with Indian Oil Corporation increasing the mandatory waiting period for several consumer categories. The change affects both regular domestic users and Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries, and marks the second revision since the conflict began disrupting energy















