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Tuesday, June 16, 2026
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Topic: LPG

OMCs losing Rs 600-700 cr daily despite LPG price hike, diesel under-recovery at Rs 30 a litre

Difficult to assess any substantial impact of price hike as Saudi Contract Price benchmark for LPG continues to remain elevated due to strong demand, says a senior official.

US emerges as India’s largest source of LPG amid Gulf disruption, Russia remains top crude supplier

American shipments made up 55% of LPG imports in May, while strong inflows from Russia and Venezuela helped offset disruptions in Middle Eastern crude supplies.

Oil marketing firms losing Rs 650 on every LPG cylinder, Rs 30 per litre on domestic jet fuel

Govt says shipping services from East of Hormuz & Red Sea have nearly doubled since start of conflict. Despite PM's call for more use of public transport, no major change in petrol & diesel usage.

Govt admits 20-30% surge in demand for diesel in some regions; maintains ‘supplies remain adequate’

The increase is driven by agricultural activity, shift from bulk to retail sales and pricing gap between retail and bulk diesel.

How India-UAE oil and LPG MoUs could strengthen New Delhi’s energy security

Petroleum reserves, long-term LPG contracts and resilient crude flows point to a shift in India’s strategy to ensure energy security, analysts say.

India ramps up Venezuela oil buys to diversify from Gulf supply, but Russian crude still mainstay

Diversification gathers pace amid Gulf disruptions, but Russian oil anchors imports while LPG shortages persist despite wider sourcing.

India-linked supertanker laden with LPG attempting Hormuz exit

If successful, its exit would mark the first observed passage by an India-linked tanker since a weeks-old US blockade of ships tied to Iran began, pushing Hormuz transits to nearly zero.

Govt extends EV subsidies, nudges auto-makers to adopt cleaner fuel amid energy supply crisis

Centre says LPG supply stable despite pressure. Steps up efforts to ensure fuel security as Hormuz disruptions amid West Asia tensions upend global trade.

India has enough coal stocks to meet power demand, says govt as war pushes up mining costs

LPG supply eased for more industries, govt says coal gasification is next growth avenue. Centre welcomes US-Iran ceasefire but asks Indians to leave Iran.

16 Indian vessels still stranded near Strait of Hormuz, 8 including 2 more LPG ships exited safely

Centre maintains that food and fuel stocks are at adequate levels and that no price volatility is being experienced yet.

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As US-Iran deal announcement paves way for Hormuz reopening, what lies ahead for India & oil markets

Crude prices fall as markets price out West Asia conflict risk. Analysts say India could benefit through lower import bill, easing inflation and improved energy security.

Indian firepower on global stage as Bharat Forge arm Kalyani unveils new artillery gun series in Paris

Showcasing its easily deployable & highly manoeuvrable 155 mm MArG system mounted on a 4x4 vehicle at Eurosatory 2026, firm seeks wider footprint across foreign markets.

Five challenges await Modi. First, he must shake off the past and Nehru

It’s a perfectly reasonable presumption that Modi will be around for a significant enough time for us to reflect on the challenges that lie ahead. I will list five.