Middle East crisis: As LPG runs short, memories of 1971 return

A shortage of LPG cylinders linked to the ongoing Middle East crisis has disrupted small eateries and daily routines in parts of Delhi, prompting comparisons with the shortages seen during the 1971 war, when residents faced long queues and limited access to essential supplies

Delhi bans sale of LPG directly from godowns; govt warns of action

Delhi prohibits direct LPG sales from godowns, steps up monitoring and enforcement, and assures stable supply with home deliveries while warning violators of strict action

PNG connections mandatory for LPG supply: Delhi govt to businesses

According to the order, in areas where PNG infrastructure is not yet in place, consumers will be required to submit an application expressing their intent to switch when available

Delhi Police busts LPG black marketing racket in Bawana, 75 cylinders seized; 1 held

Disruptions in maritime supply routes through the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing US-Israel and Iran conflict have caused an LPG crisis in India

Delhi: Commercial LPG allocation raised from 20 to 50 per cent of daily consumption

Supply increased from 1,800 to 4,500 cylinders daily, with priority allocation to essential services, hospitality sector and migrant workers to prevent shortages and curb black marketing

Delhi: LPG hoarders nabbed with 74 cylinders in Mahipalpur

Police arrest three men for illegally hoarding and refilling LPG cylinders, seizing 74 units and equipment used for unauthorised supply in Mahipalpur

Delhi: LPG supply crisis halts kitchens, street vendors across several locations

From neighbourhood cafes to roadside eateries, operators say the disruption has slowed or halted kitchens in several parts of the city, forcing some establishments to shut temporarily while others are trying to stretch the limited gas supplies they have left

LPG crisis: Delhi wedding planners warn catering costs may rise 10-20 per cent

Wedding planners in Delhi warn catering costs may rise by 10–20% due to LPG supply disruptions and rising commercial cylinder prices