Amid a severe LPG shortage, villagers in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh are returning to traditional chullahs for cooking, with government approval for alternative fuels like coal and firewood easing the transition.
A severe shortage of LPG cylinders due to the Iran-US-Israel conflict is causing deaths, black marketing, restaurant closures, and widespread disruption across India, from Tamil Nadu to Punjab.
Residents across Uttarakhand face severe LPG shortages with failed online bookings and long queues. Small businesses are hit hardest, resorting to alternative cooking methods as authorities crack down on black marketing.
India's foreign exchange reserves fell sharply by $11.683 billion to $716.810 billion in the week ended March 6, reversing the previous week's surge to a record high, as per RBI data.
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India faces LPG supply concerns as Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz disrupt energy imports, leading to long queues and government interventions to ensure domestic household supply.
A severe cooking gas shortage in Idukki district has forced 20 hotels to shut down, disrupted funeral rites, and sparked household concerns. With 30 LPG agencies serving 3.5 lakh consumers, distribution issues threaten daily life.
Amid West Asia conflict, the Centre urges households to switch to piped natural gas and warns of strict action against LPG hoarding as bookings surge due to panic buying.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman informed Lok Sabha that total supplementary demands for grants reached Rs 4.13 lakh crore, with Rs 1.71 lakh crore being technical adjustments. She emphasized expenditure remains within budget limits, highlighting alloc
India temporarily reverts to kerosene, coal, and biomass for cooking as Middle East tensions disrupt LPG imports through Strait of Hormuz, affecting 60% of supplies.
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A recent survey indicates that more than half of Indian households experienced delays in LPG cylinder deliveries last week, with some paying extra due to supply chain disruptions from the West Asia conflict.
A severe LPG availability crisis in Delhi is devastating street vendors' livelihoods, forcing many to borrow money, use savings, or turn to expensive black market cylinders to keep their food stalls operational.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced an Economic Stabilisation Fund of Rs 57,381.84 crore to protect India from external economic shocks. The Lok Sabha approved supplementary demands for grants, enabling Rs 2.01 lakh crore in additional spending
The Indian government held inter-ministerial briefings to address LPG supply concerns amid the Israel-Iran conflict. Officials reported a 30% increase in domestic LPG production and urged consumers to book cylinders online, while denying any distributor s
The US has issued a 30-day waiver for Russian oil sales and plans to release strategic reserves as the Iran-Israel conflict disrupts Middle East energy flows, pushing crude prices above $100 a barrel.
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the Economic Stabilisation Fund in Lok Sabha, designed as a buffer to absorb shocks from unforeseen global challenges like the West Asia crisis.
The Indian rupee depreciated by 20 paise to close at a historic low of 92.45 against the US dollar, driven by a stronger greenback, foreign fund outflows, and domestic equity market selling.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a Rs 1 lakh crore Economic Stabilisation Fund to bolster fiscal stability against global disruptions, including West Asia tensions, while maintaining a 4.4% GDP deficit.
Long lines outside LPG refilling stations continue as Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz raises fuel supply concerns. State governments implement measures while assuring public.
The European Central Bank faces critical challenges as the West Asia crisis heightens oil market volatility, impacting inflation and monetary policy decisions in Europe.
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A UBI report forecasts India's consumer inflation for Q4 FY26 at 3%, lower than the RBI's estimate, driven by easing food prices and stable supply chains.
The Indian rupee plunged to an intra-day low of 92.37 against the US dollar, driven by rising crude prices, weak domestic markets, and ongoing West Asia conflicts. Forex traders cite FII selling and a stronger dollar as key factors.
The Indian rupee plunged to a historic intra-day low in early trading, declining by 12 paise to 92.37 against the US dollar amid global economic pressures and domestic market volatility.
The Indian rupee plunged to a record intra-day low of 92.37 against the US dollar in early trade, dropping 12 paise, amid heavy foreign institutional investor selling of equities worth Rs 7,049.87 crore.
The ongoing Middle East conflict is impacting US financial markets, with mortgage rates rising as bond volatility persists. The 30-year fixed rate increased to 6.11%, influenced by oil price inflation and geopolitical tensions.
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The Reserve Bank of India is unlikely to hike interest rates now, as current inflation is a supply-driven shock, not demand-led, according to a Natixis economist. This analysis highlights the central bank's focus on external factors like crude oil prices.
Global oil prices have skyrocketed to over $100 per barrel, triggering a sharp decline in stock markets worldwide. The ongoing conflict in Iran shows no signs of abating, raising concerns about prolonged economic instability and energy supply disruptions.
Gender economist Corinne Low discusses her book 'Having It All,' addressing the structural pressures on women in careers and parenting, debunking common myths, and proposing policy solutions.
The Indian rupee plunged to a historic low of 92.36 against the US dollar as attacks in the Strait of Hormuz drove crude prices above $100, though it recovered slightly to close at 92.19. The widening conflict has triggered plans for a record strategic oi
Telangana recorded the highest inflation rate in India at 5.02% in February, with rural areas experiencing a sharper rise at 5.40%. Economists attribute this to increased rural consumption driven by government welfare schemes and wage hikes.
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India's retail inflation increased to 3.2% in February, up from 2.7% in January, driven by higher food and personal care prices. Economists warn of risks from West Asia tensions and El Nino.
