fuel shortage

New Delhi, March 19 Fertilizer companies have purchased additional natural gas from the spot market to increase urea production at their plants, which are operating well below capacity due to a fuel shortage amid the West Asia crisis, a senior government official said on Thursday.After...

New Delhi, March 19 The government has procured additional natural gas through a spot bid to increase urea production at fertilizer plants, which have been operating far below capacity due to a fuel shortage amid the West Asia crisis, a government official said on Thursday.Fertilizer plants in...

Jaipur, Mar 18 Former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot on Wednesday alleged that the state is facing severe issues with LPG availability, contradicting the government's claim of adequate supply.In a statement, Gehlot said the assertion by Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma that there is no...

New Delhi, March 17 A body of hotel and restaurant owners on Tuesday urged the Maharashtra government to grant an extension or allow staggered payment of the annual license fee, saying the commercial LPG shortage has forced the closure of several hospitality establishments.The Hotel and...

Kolkata, March 14 Despite a shortage of LPG across the country caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Belur Math in the Howrah district of West Bengal is continuing its daily distribution of "bhog" (food offerings) to thousands of devotees by relying on alternative energy sources...

Jaipur, March 14 Demand for coal has surged amid a shortage of commercial LPG cylinders, with several roadside eateries and small restaurants switching to traditional coal-fired "hattis" to keep their kitchens running.The surge in demand is particularly visible in the congested lanes of the...

Srinagar, March 13 National Conference president Farooq Abdullah wished for a swift end to the war in West Asia on Friday, attributing the fuel shortage in Indian markets to the conflict that has led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route."The shortage of fuel and gas is due...

March 13, New Delhi – On Friday, Australia announced that it would release petrol and diesel from its domestic reserves to help mitigate fuel supply disruptions caused by the Iran war and ease shortages in several regional areas.This marks the first time Australia has tapped its fuel reserves...

Chennai, March 12. Panic buying triggered by rumors of an impending fuel shortage led to several petrol stations running out of stock across the delta districts of Tamil Nadu on Thursday.Fuel outlets in Thanjavur, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, and Mayiladuthurai districts witnessed an unprecedented...

Thiruvananthapuram, March 12 As the LPG supply crisis continues to affect commercial establishments, domestic consumers are now also facing difficulties due to booking issues, with distributors flooded with consumer queries.Although oil companies claim the shortage is limited to commercial...

Puducherry, March 12 Petrol stations in and around Puducherry have been experiencing a surge in customers, including two-wheeler riders and car owners, who are suddenly worried about a potential fuel shortage.A petrol dealer told

Chennai, March 12 – The ongoing disruption in fuel supplies linked to the conflict in West Asia is beginning to affect Chennai's transport sector. Thousands of auto-rickshaw drivers are facing difficulties refueling LPG and CNG vehicles, and commuters are paying higher fares across the city...

Thane, March 11 More than 800 hotels and restaurants in Thane city are facing the threat of closure as commercial LPG supplies have dwindled due to disruptions in the supply chain amid the escalating military conflict in West Asia, according to representatives of the industry association.Thane...

Chandigarh, March 11 The AAP government in Punjab moved a resolution in the state assembly on Wednesday against the Centre over the increase in LPG rates and the looming shortage of commercial cylinders, and expressed concern that it would affect restaurants, eateries, and other sectors.The...

Pune, March 10 Popular breakfast staples like dosa and uttapam may soon disappear from the menus of restaurants and eateries in Pune as they face a severe shortage of commercial LPG cylinders following a supply disruption triggered by the West Asia crisis, industry representatives warned on...

Dhaka, March 10 Bangladesh has begun receiving diesel from India, with an initial supply of 5,000 tonnes expected by Wednesday, an official said on Tuesday, amid growing concerns about a fuel shortage due to the ongoing crisis in West Asia."We have started receiving diesel from Monday...

Lakhimpur Kheri (UP), March 6 Rumours about a shortage of petroleum products and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia triggered panic among locals in several areas of Lakhimpur Kheri here, leading to long queues at many petrol pumps on Friday, officials said...

Lakhimpur Kheri (UP), March 6 Rumors about a shortage of petroleum products and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia triggered panic among locals in several areas here, leading to long queues at many petrol pumps on Friday, officials said.Queues of people...

Dhaka, April 5 On Thursday, Bangladesh urged citizens to minimize "unnecessary travel" as panic buying hit fuel stations in Dhaka amid concerns over a potential fuel shortage due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia.The energy ministry issued emergency directives for energy conservation as...

Colombo, March 3 Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake urged all parties involved in the ongoing West Asia conflict on Tuesday to commit to a swift and peaceful resolution, highlighting the conflict's repercussions on the global economy.President Dissanayake made these remarks while...