The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has assured that LPG supply across the country remains stable despite challenges caused by the current geopolitical situation. The government has also prioritised essential sectors, boosted alternative fuel use, and taken action against hoarding
16 April,2026 09:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Officials noted that the daily average sale of 5 kg cylinders has risen considerably, from around 77,000 in February to approximately 1.1 lakh currently
14 April,2026 06:39 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
The United States said its naval ships had begun efforts to clear sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, but Iran swiftly denied the claim, heightening tensions between the two sides even as ongoing negotiations failed to reach a breakthrough
12 April,2026 11:21 AM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondent-1775918264525_d.png "Government hikes export duty on diesel to Rs 55.5 per litre and ATF to Rs 42")
The Government has increased export duty on diesel to Rs 55.5 per litre and on aviation turbine fuel (ATF) to Rs 42 per litre with immediate effect. The move aims to ensure domestic fuel availability and prevent exporters from gaining excess profit due to rising global oil prices triggered by the West Asia conflict.
11 April,2026 08:07 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIADVERTISEMENT
