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April 10, 2026 7:45 PM

India assures energy stability amid West Asia tensions, steps up fuel supply, maritime safety and citizen support

The Centre on Friday said the country’s energy systems remain stable and resilient despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, while outlining a series of measures to ensure uninterrupted fuel supply, safeguard maritime operations, and protect Indian nationals abroad. At an inter-ministerial media briefing held at the National Media Centre, officials from key ministries, including Petroleum and Natural Gas, Power, External Affairs, and Ports, Shipping and Waterways, highlighted India�...

April 9, 2026 6:46 PM

Govt ensures fuel, medicine supply amid West Asia crisis; 2,170 Indians evacuated from Iran

The Centre on Wednesday said fuel supplies, pharmaceutical production and maritime operations remain stable despite disruptions linked to the ongoing West Asia crisis, while confirming that over 2,170 Indian nationals have been moved out of Iran to neighbouring countries for onward travel to India. The updates were shared during an inter-ministerial briefing at the National Media Centre involving officials from the Ministries of Petroleum and Natural Gas, External Affairs, Ports, Shipping and W...

April 8, 2026 8:35 PM

West Asia situation: Government assures energy security, citizen safety and supply stability

The Centre on Wednesday held an inter-ministerial briefing at the National Media Centre to update on the evolving situation in West Asia, outlining measures to ensure energy security, maintain supply chains, and safeguard Indian nationals in the region. Officials from multiple ministries, including Petroleum and Natural Gas, External Affairs, Coal, and Shipping, highlighted coordinated efforts to manage fuel availability, logistics, and citizen assistance amid geopolitical tensions. India Welc...

April 7, 2026 7:01 PM

Government outlines multi-sector response amid West Asia crisis; aviation, fuel supply and repatriation efforts stabilised

The Centre on Tuesday detailed a comprehensive, multi-ministerial response to the ongoing West Asia conflict, highlighting measures taken to stabilise aviation operations, ensure fuel availability, maintain maritime safety, and assist Indian nationals in the region. At an inter-ministerial briefing held at the National Media Centre, officials from key ministries, including Civil Aviation, Petroleum and Natural Gas, External Affairs, and Ports Shipping and Waterways, said the government has adop...

April 6, 2026 8:40 PM

Government reviews food, fuel and maritime preparedness amid West Asia tensions; assures adequate supplies

The Centre on Monday held an inter-ministerial briefing to assess the impact of the evolving situation in West Asia, assuring that food, fuel and maritime operations remain stable while extensive monitoring and preparedness measures are in place. Officials from key ministries, including Petroleum & Natural Gas, External Affairs, Shipping and Consumer Affairs, highlighted that there is no immediate disruption to essential supplies, with systems functioning normally across sectors. Food secu...

April 6, 2026 12:08 PM

Centre assures fuel supply, maritime safety and citizen support amid West Asia tensions

The Centre on Sunday said it is taking comprehensive measures to ensure uninterrupted fuel supply, safeguard maritime operations, and assist Indian nationals amid the evolving situation in West Asia. The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas emphasised that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel or LPG in the country and urged citizens to avoid panic buying. People have been advised to rely on digital platforms for LPG bookings and refrain from unnecessary visits to distributors. To prevent ...

March 29, 2026 4:35 PM

Government assures adequate fuel supply, steps up preparedness amid West Asia crisis

Amid the evolving geopolitical situation in West Asia, the Centre has intensified its preparedness measures to ensure stability across key sectors, including energy supply, maritime operations, and the safety of Indian nationals abroad. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Sunday said that there are adequate stocks of petrol and diesel available across the country, urging citizens not to fall prey to rumours that had triggered panic buying in some areas. Fuel Supply Remains Stable The...

March 27, 2026 6:54 PM

No fuel shortage, no lockdown: Govt moves to secure energy supply amid West Asia crisis

The government on Friday dismissed rumours of a possible lockdown and reassured citizens that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel or LPG across the country, even as tensions in West Asia continue to disrupt global energy markets. In an inter-ministerial briefing, officials emphasised that supply chains remain fully operational and adequate fuel stocks are being maintained, urging the public to avoid panic buying and not fall prey to misinformation circulating on social media. Amid a sharp...

March 27, 2026 12:22 PM

No lockdown planned, Government assures amid West Asia crisis; fuel prices stabilised

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday firmly dismissed rumours suggesting that India could impose a lockdown due to the ongoing West Asia crisis and potential fuel shortages. Reassuring citizens, FM Sitharaman stated that there is no proposal under consideration for any lockdown, calling such claims “baseless” and expressing concern over misinformation circulating in political discourse. “There shall not be any...

March 27, 2026 12:13 PM

Hardeep Puri, FM Sitharaman hail PM Modi’s decision to ‘safeguard citizens’ with excise duty cut on petrol and diesel

Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday welcomed the Centre’s decision to cut excise duties on petrol and diesel, describing it as a timely step to protect citizens from rising global energy prices. The remarks came a day after the government reduced excise duty on petrol and diesel, even as international crude oil prices surged sharply amid geopolitical tensions in West Asia. In a post on X, Puri said the government had chosen ...