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Opposition-ruled states are fiercely criticizing the central government over surging LPG prices. West Bengal’s Chief Minister urged women to protest on Women’s Day against the hike and voter list deletions. Karnataka’s CM blamed PM Modi’s foreign policy for the price rise, demanding his resignation. Jharkhand’s JMM spokesperson pointed to strained ties with Russia as a contributing factor. ]]> https://www.thenewj.in/2026/03/08/lpg-price-hike-mamata-calls-for-protests-sidda-seeks-pm-modis-ouster/feed/ 0 3237 https://www.thenewj.in/2026/03/08/lpg-price-hike-domestic-cooking-gas-cost-up-by-rs-60-a-cylinder/ https://www.thenewj.in/2026/03/08/lpg-price-hike-domestic-cooking-gas-cost-up-by-rs-60-a-cylinder/#respond Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:58:09 +0000 https://www.thenewj.in/2026/03/08/lpg-price-hike-domestic-cooking-gas-cost-up-by-rs-60-a-cylinder/

Domestic LPG cylinders will now cost Rs 60 more, reaching Rs 913 in Delhi, while commercial prices saw a Rs 114.5 increase. This hike, attributed to global energy market pressures and the West Asia conflict, comes despite government efforts to shield households. Ujjwala beneficiaries will pay Rs 613, with a Rs 300 subsidy. ]]> https://www.thenewj.in/2026/03/08/lpg-price-hike-domestic-cooking-gas-cost-up-by-rs-60-a-cylinder/feed/ 0 3240