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.
This is the transcript of 'Cut The Clutter' Episode 1819 that explains the strain the Iran war could place on LPG supplies, pump prices and household energy bills.
Citing West Asia tensions & 44% jump in Saudi benchmark rates, Centre raises 19-kg cylinder rate but caps ATF hike, holds domestic LPG and auto fuel rates steady despite OMC losses.
On domestic LPG availability, inter-ministerial panel says public sector oil marketing companies have delivered more than 50 lakh cylinders per day on average since 1 March.
Up to 2 fuel stations per district can store up to 5,000 litres of kerosene for distribution for household use. This will remain in force for 60 days, or until further order.
Global media spotlights South Asia, focusing on ‘shortage of decent and affordable housing’, India’s LPG deal and coroner’s findings in Zubeen Garg death case.
China patiently invested capital, skill and technology in coal gasification. Unlike it, we won’t move from words to action. As crude prices decline, we lose interest.
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