The Congress criticised the Modi government over the latest LPG price hike, alleging burden on households and questioning fuel diversification claims. The Centre defended the increase, attributing it to rising global prices and asserting that India continues to offer relatively cheaper cooking gas
The government said supplying a domestic LPG cylinder now costs over ₹1,600 due to the West Asia crisis, while households pay Rs 942. Despite a ₹29 price hike, oil companies still absorb around Rs 700 per cylinder, with disruptions affecting imports through the Strait of Hormuz
Domestic LPG prices have risen by Rs 29 per 14.2-kg cylinder, taking the Delhi rate to Rs 942. The hike aims to reduce losses faced by state-owned oil companies amid elevated global energy costs, following earlier increases in LPG, petrol, diesel and CNG prices
Commercial LPG prices were increased by Rs 42 per 19-kg cylinder on Monday, raising costs for hotels and restaurants. However, the price of the 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder used by households remained unchanged, providing relief to residential consumers
The government said only commercial LPG prices have been increased due to a global surge caused by supply disruptions, while domestic LPG rates remain unchanged to protect households. Oil companies continue to face under-recoveries amid rising international fuel prices
Hyderabad Police warn LPG consumers of a new cyber fraud where malicious APK files are sent for fake KYC updates. The malware steals personal and banking information. Officials advise using only official platforms and reporting fraud via 1930 or the National Cyber Crime Portal.
New Delhi: The price of domestic cooking gas (LPG) was hiked by Rs 50 per cylinder on Tuesday. A 14.2-kg LPG cylinder will now cost Rs 949.50 in Delhi from Tuesday. Domestic LPG rates were last revised on October 6 by Rs 15. Earlier on March 1, the prices of 19 kg commercial LPG cylinders […]
