India-Flagged LPG Tanker Crosses Strait Of Hormuz

By BPN News Desk April 4, 2026

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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

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India Moves To Secure LPG Supply

By BPN News Desk April 2, 2026

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 […]

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Commercial LPG Price Hiked By Rs 195.50

By BPN News Desk April 1, 2026

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 […]

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Two Indian LPG Carriers Cross Hormuz

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2026

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 […]

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Punjab Raises LPG Booking Gap To 35 Days

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2026

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

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Government Says Fuel Stocks Are Sufficient Amid Crisis

By BPN News Desk March 24, 2026

The government has said India has sufficient stocks of petrol and diesel, while domestic LPG production has been stepped up to manage disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz crisis. At a briefing in New Delhi, officials said refineries are operating at full capacity and urged the public not to believe rumours or resort to […]

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Centre Raises Commercial LPG Allocation

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

The Centre has increased commercial LPG allocation to 50% of pre-crisis levels as domestic availability improved, offering partial relief to hotels, restaurants and other bulk users that had been facing severe shortages during the recent supply disruption. Commercial LPG Allocation Raised To 50% The revised decision marks a further easing of restrictions that were

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LPG Panic Booking Puts Supply Chain Under Stress

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2026

India’s liquefied petroleum gas supply chain is under pressure as disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has triggered panic booking in some areas, even though the government and fuel retailers are trying to prevent a wider shortage. Officials have said refineries are operating at full capacity and surprise checks are being carried out to stop […]

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India Adds 120,000 Piped Gas Connections

By BPN News Desk March 19, 2026

India has added 120,000 new piped natural gas connections over the past two weeks as the government pushes households to reduce pressure on cooking gas supplies amid disruption to energy shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. India Piped Gas Connections Rise The increase in new piped gas connections comes as India faces a severe supply […]

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Kerala Says No Immediate LPG Shortage

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Kerala’s Left Democratic Front government has said there is no immediate shortage of domestic LPG in the State, even as concerns over supply disruptions continue in parts of the country due to the ongoing West Asia conflict. The assurance comes amid rising public anxiety over cooking gas availability, delayed refills and the broader impact of […]