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India energy security and Strait of Hormuz crisis

Overview

By late September 2026, India’s energy strategy has intensified its focus on diversification to mitigate risks stemming from the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Following Iranian missile strikes on Qatar’s Ras Laffan Industrial City, which destroyed approximately 17% of the nation’s LNG export capacity, global markets face significant volatility. While Shell estimates a net global supply loss of 1% to 1.5%, the International Gas Union warns that shortages could persist into next year.

India is specifically targeting liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) diversification to reduce its vulnerability, as 90% of its LPG imports previously passed through the Strait of Hormuz. To counter potential disruptions, Indian state-owned refiners increased domestic LPG production in September to an average of 44,000 tonnes per day, a nearly 20% increase from August.

On the import front, the United States has emerged as the largest exporter of LPG to India, according to U.S. Department of State official Bethany Morrison. This shift follows a significant expansion in energy and defense cooperation. While the UAE remains a major supplier, India is also exploring cargoes from Norway, Canada, Algeria, and Russia. ADNOC has expressed commitment to meeting October volume obligations for Indian customers, including Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum, and Hindustan Petroleum Corp.

Global natural gas markets remain volatile as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts Gulf LNG flows to Europe and Asia, causing price spikes in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. This has increased demand for U.S. LNG, with U.S. export flows averaging 18 bcfd in September. Despite these security measures, overall Indian domestic demand is expected to remain roughly 10% lower than last year due to weakened industrial consumption.

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India · United States · Strait of Hormuz · China · Indian Oil Corporation

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  • "The Indian central government reduced the price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder by ₹206 on August 1." indtoday.com

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    "On August 1 2026, commercial 19‑kg LPG cylinder prices were reduced by over Rs 200 in Delhi and Kolkata."

    The first claim states prices were reduced by over Rs 200 in Delhi and Kolkata, while the second specifies a reduction of exactly ₹206 by the central government.

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Natural gas markets face volatility amid rising LNG demand

    Geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are driving up global gas prices, boosting U.S. LNG demand and creating arbitrage opportunities for American fertilizer producers.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    United States becomes largest LPG exporter to India

    The United States has become India's largest supplier of LPG, marking a significant expansion in energy, defense, and nuclear cooperation between the two nations.

  3. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    India state refiners increase LPG output amid supply risks

    Indian state refiners raised LPG production by nearly 20% in September to counter supply risks at the Strait of Hormuz and meet seasonal demand through diversified imports.

  4. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    India seeks to diversify LPG imports from US amid Gulf supply risks

    India is diversifying LPG imports toward the US to mitigate supply risks from the Persian Gulf, while increasing domestic production and managing regional price fluctuations.

  5. [INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
    Global LNG markets face supply risks amid Middle East tensions and China trade shifts

    Global LNG markets face supply risks as Middle East tensions damage Qatari export capacity and China shifts its energy imports away from the U.S. due to new tariffs.

  6. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Natural gas prices rise amid US production drops and global supply constraints

    US natural gas prices are rising due to lower production and high LNG exports, while global supply shortages driven by Middle East conflicts push Asian spot prices toward $30, prompting China and India to pivot

  7. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    India emerges as supply chain alternative amid Gulf volatility

    Supply chain volatility in the Gulf is driving companies toward India as a reliable trade alternative, while Qatar and the UAE utilize costly ship-to-ship LNG transfers to bypass disruptions in the Strait of_H_

  8. [INTERNATIONAL] 5 sources
    India seeks strategic resilience following Strait of Hormuz crisis

    The Strait of Hormuz crisis has highlighted India's need for permanent resilience in energy and maritime security following significant disruptions to oil prices and LNG supplies.

  9. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    India expands energy security focus toward Strategic Fuel System

    India is moving toward an integrated Strategic Fuel System to enhance energy security and mitigate risks from geopolitical tensions and LNG supply chain disruptions.

  10. [BUSINESS] 10 sources
    India shifts energy sourcing to US amid West Asia tensions

    India is diversifying energy imports from the US to counter West Asia tensions and Strait of Hormuz disruptions, leading to a 24% rise in LNG costs and a temporary halt on new domestic LPG connections.

  11. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    India increases US energy imports amid West Asia supply disruptions

    India is increasingly sourcing LPG and LNG from the United States to offset supply disruptions from traditional Gulf suppliers caused by geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

  12. [BUSINESS] 8 sources
    Asia oil markets shift as China and India diversify crude supplies

    Asian oil markets are shifting as China and India diversify suppliers. Russian Urals has hit a premium in India, while China replaces Iranian crude with Russian and South American supplies.

  13. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Indian Oil Corp to import LPG from Algeria to secure energy supplies

    Indian Oil Corporation is set to import monthly shipments of LPG from Algeria’s Sonatrach starting in 2027 to diversify energy supplies and mitigate Middle East supply disruptions.

  14. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    India expands LNG and crude oil sourcing to mitigate supply risks

    India has increased its LNG sourcing from six to 15 countries and expanded crude oil sourcing to 41 nations to enhance energy security against geopolitical and maritime supply risks.

  15. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India's 5‑kg LPG cylinder price cut offers Rs 180 discount

    India cut the price of 5‑kg LPG cylinders to Rs 762, Rs 180 below the standard domestic price, with home delivery in eight cities; overall LPG consumption is down as the country seeks to diversify imports.

  16. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    India's fuel supply stays stable despite global disruptions, minister says

    India's fuel network of 107,000 outlets stayed resilient during global disruptions, with diversified sourcing, increased LPG production and strategic reserves preventing shortages, minister Hardeep Singh Puri s

  17. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    United States Supplies 67% of India's LPG Imports

    The United States now provides roughly 67% of India’s LPG imports, up from an intended 10%, a shift driven by energy‑security concerns amid global conflicts, said minister Hardeep Singh Puri.

  18. [BUSINESS] 15 sources
    India's LPG Subsidy Limit and Price Rules Take Effect on Aug 1

    On 1 Aug 2026 India cuts the Ujjwala LPG subsidy to four cylinders, imposes lock‑in, OTP and e‑KYC rules, keeps PNG shift policy, and announces commercial cylinder price cuts; oil firms will set new rates and a

  19. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India Increases US LPG Imports as West Asia Crisis Hits Supply

    India has sharply raised US LPG imports, now supplying up to half of its total LPG needs after West Asia supply disruptions, with a 2.2 MTPA contract for 2026 and plans to source a quarter of future imports in

  20. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Indian Oil launches 10 kg composite LPG cylinder as Kerala restaurants struggle with fuel price surge

    Indian Oil launched a 10 kg composite LPG cylinder with rapid delivery, while Kerala restaurants face severe strain from rising LPG prices.

  21. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India Leads Global Long‑Term LNG Purchases in 2025

    India became the top long‑term LNG buyer in 2025, signing 8.4 MTPA contracts and expanding regasification capacity to 52.5 MTPA amid a booming global market and Middle‑East supply tensions.

  22. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India LPG Prices Hold Steady for Domestic Cylinders in July

    India's July 2024 LPG prices stay unchanged for domestic 14 kg cylinders, while commercial rates see modest adjustments in key cities.

  23. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    BPCL launches Bharatgas Lite ZIP premium LPG service, targets 100 cities by Aug 2026

    BPCL launched Bharatgas Lite ZIP, a premium LPG service with instant connection, express delivery and a lightweight composite cylinder, expanding from Mumbai to 100 cities across 24 states by 15 Aug 2026.

  24. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    India Advances First LNG Power Plant in Andaman Islands

    India moves ahead with its first 55 MW LNG‑based power plant on the Andaman Islands, with IOCL supplying gas to NTPC’s project and environmental clearance processes now underway.

  25. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    India's Energy Supply Remains Secure Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions

    India says its diversified imports, strategic reserves and sufficient crude, LNG and LPG stocks keep energy supply secure despite rising West Asian tensions and higher oil prices.

  26. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    India LPG Prices Remain Unchanged in July

    Domestic and commercial LPG cylinder prices stayed steady across Indian cities on July 10, 2026, despite regional security concerns.

  27. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India Pursues Oil and Gas Investment Projects in Indonesia

    India seeks to expand oil and gas investments in Indonesia, confirmed by Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia as part of a strategic partnership.

  28. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India expands domestic oil exploration to cut import dependence

    India is launching a $10 bn deep‑water oil exploration program covering 250,000 sq km to cut reliance on imports after Gulf supply disruptions.

  29. [BUSINESS] 16 sources
    India Ends Emergency Gas Curbs After LNG Shipments Resume Through Hormuz

    India has ended emergency gas curbs after LNG shipments resumed via the Strait of Hormuz, restoring full gas supply to households, industry and fertilizer plants and lifting related LPG and diesel measures.

  30. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    India's LPG Prices Hold Steady as Government Plans to Double U.S. Imports

    India’s domestic LPG rates stay unchanged, commercial prices drop by ₹183.50, while the government eyes doubling U.S. LPG imports to cut Gulf dependence after supply disruptions.

  31. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India Keeps Fuel Supplies Flowing Amid Global Disruptions, Denies Direct Gasoline Exports to Russia

    India’s petroleum minister says domestic fuel supplies stayed uninterrupted despite Strait of Hormuz disruptions and denies direct gasoline exports to Russia, noting India’s role as a major global refiner.

  32. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    United States remains India's top LPG supplier in June

    The United States stayed India's largest LPG supplier in June, providing 773,780 metric tonnes—a 19.4% rise—while India broadens sources amid West Asia tensions.

  33. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    India cuts commercial LPG cylinder price by Rs 183.50, 19‑kg cylinders now Rs 2,930

    India’s oil firms cut 19‑kg commercial LPG cylinder prices by Rs 183.50 on 1 July 2026, to Rs 2,930 in Delhi, while domestic LPG stays at Rs 942.

  34. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India averts fuel crisis with diversified imports and swift diplomacy, former IOCL chair says

    Former IOCL chair says India’s strategic diversification and diplomatic action prevented a fuel crisis amid Hormuz tensions, limiting price hikes and maintaining LPG supply.

  35. [BUSINESS] 22 sources
    India's commercial LPG cylinder prices cut by up to Rs 183.5 amid broader fuel‑price relief

    India’s OMCs cut commercial LPG cylinder prices by up to Rs 183.5 per cylinder and Nayara Energy lowered petrol by Rs 5/L and diesel by Rs 3/L nationwide, reflecting easing global oil prices.

  36. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    India LPG Cylinder Prices Adjusted on July 1 Amid Wider Policy Changes

    On July 1 2026 India kept domestic LPG cylinder prices steady, cut commercial 19 kg rates to about ₹2,930, and rolled out wider policy changes to passport fees, Aadhaar, rail fines, credit cards and vehicle‑buy

  37. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    India’s state‑run oil firms keep fuel flowing amid Hormuz disruption

    India’s state‑run oil firms kept fuel supplies steady and limited price hikes during the Hormuz crisis, showcasing enhanced energy resilience despite heavy crude import dependence.

  38. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India restores commercial LPG supply after West Asia tension eases

    India lifts bans on commercial LPG, restores bulk deliveries and ends booking limits for 19 kg cylinders as West Asian tensions ease, while keeping household supply priority.

  39. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    India lifts commercial LPG restrictions as West Asia supply improves

    India ends commercial LPG restrictions, restoring supplies to pre‑crisis levels after U.S.–Iran talks improve West Asia fuel flows, relieving price pressures on businesses.

  40. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    India restores full LPG supply for commercial and industrial users

    India lifts all sector restrictions on packed LPG, restoring commercial supply and resuming bulk imports at 50% of pre‑crisis levels, while domestic household supply remains unchanged.

  41. [BUSINESS] 11 sources
    India lifts all commercial LPG restrictions, restores supplies to pre‑crisis levels

    India has lifted all commercial LPG restrictions, restoring supplies to pre‑crisis levels and easing bulk limits to 50 % as West Asia tensions ease.

  42. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    India's LPG customers face misinformation over June 30 cutoff as PNG push clarified

    India refutes social‑media rumors that all LPG connections will end after 30 June 2026, explaining PNG promotion and a no‑dual‑connection rule while LPG remains where PNG isn’t available.

  43. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India LPG cylinder prices stay steady as subsidies offset cost rise

    India's LPG cylinder prices remained unchanged, with household cylinders at ₹942 and commercial cylinders around ₹3,100; PMUY subsidies lower the effective cost for beneficiaries to ₹642.

  44. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India's LPG-to-PNG Transition Deadline Ends, Triggering Supply Cuts for Millions

    India's new gas rule forces households to swap LPG for PNG by June 22, 2026, or face automatic LPG supply cuts; vouchers help migrants, and digital checks tighten delivery.

  45. [BUSINESS] 8 sources
    India ramps up Russian and UAE oil imports as Hormuz reopens

    India lifted June oil imports from Russia to 2.66 m bpd and kept UAE shipments near record, while expanding LPG sources amid Hormuz reopening, causing high costs and ₹22 000 cr loss for state oil marketers.

  46. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India’s 10‑Day Oil Reserve Buffer Highlights Hormuz Supply Risk

    India’s strategic oil reserves cover just 10 days of imports, leaving the country exposed to Strait of Hormuz disruptions and urging rapid expansion of storage and diversification of supplies.

  47. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India's Strategic Petroleum Reserve Covers Only 9‑10 Days of Crude Imports, Report Shows

    India's strategic petroleum reserve holds only 9‑10 days of crude imports, far less than peers, raising supply‑risk concerns, says a CEEW report.

  48. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India LPG Cylinder Prices Hold Steady on June 18

    India’s oil firms kept June 18 LPG cylinder rates unchanged after early‑June hikes of about ₹29 for household and commercial cylinders; consumers should check city rates via Indane, Bharat Gas or HP Gas.

  49. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    India's oil reserves cover just 9‑10 days as global crude prices slide below $80

    India’s strategic oil reserves cover just 9‑10 days, raising security concerns, while global crude prices fell below $80 a barrel, potentially easing India’s import bill.

  50. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    India says oil, gas and LPG supplies comfortable amid global market monitoring

    India’s oil, gas and LPG stocks cover over 60 days and fuel prices fell 3% despite global hikes; the government will review prices based on global crude stability.

  51. [INTERNATIONAL] 3 sources
    India’s LNG Imports Pivot to U.S. as Middle East Tensions Disrupt Fuel Supplies

    Middle East conflict drives India to source over 40% of its LNG and 60% of LPG from the U.S., while Union Minister Kiren Rijiju lauds Omar Abdullah for India’s steady fuel supply.

  52. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India lifts LPG cylinder rates while cutting excise on high‑ethanol petrol

    India raised LPG cylinder prices in June due to global oil spikes, while waiving excise duty on 22‑30% ethanol‑blended petrol to promote future fuel cost savings.

  53. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India lifts LPG cylinder price as global energy costs rise

    India raised the 14.2‑kg LPG cylinder price to ₹942, citing a surge in global fuel costs that have pushed delivery costs above ₹1,600 and prompting changes to Ujjwala subsidies.

  54. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India raises domestic LPG cylinder price by ₹29 amid West Asia crisis

    India’s state‑owned oil firms lifted domestic LPG cylinder prices by ₹29 to ₹942 in Delhi on June 7, 2026, citing a 46% rise in Saudi benchmark prices linked to the West Asia crisis.

  55. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    India limits PM Ujjwala Yojana LPG subsidy to four cylinders annually

    India's government has cut the annual LPG subsidy under the PM Ujjwala Yojana from nine to four cylinders, keeping the ₹300 per‑cylinder benefit amid soaring global LPG prices and large fiscal losses for oil‑c­

  56. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    India cuts annual subsidised LPG cylinder refills under PM Ujjwala Yojana to four

    India reduced annual subsidised LPG cylinder refills under the PM Ujjwala Yojana from nine to four, keeping a ₹300 subsidy per cylinder for the first four fills; opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge condemned –

  57. [POLITICS] 7 sources
    India cuts Ujjwala LPG subsidy to four cylinders per year

    India reduces PM Ujjwala LPG subsidy from nine to four cylinders annually, keeping a ₹300 subsidy per cylinder for the first four refills amid rising global fuel costs.

  58. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India raises LPG, petrol and diesel prices amid global oil surge

    India raised LPG cylinder price to 942 rupees and lifted petrol and diesel rates in major cities, citing higher crude prices, Middle‑East conflict, taxes and a weak rupee.

  59. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    India raises domestic LPG price amid West Asia conflict

    India raised LPG cylinder price by Rs 29 to Rs 942, the second hike in three months, as the West Asia conflict drives up global fuel costs while oil firms absorb losses on petrol, diesel and CNG.

  60. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Kerala opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan condemns LPG price rise

    Kerala opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan called the recent domestic LPG price rise 'anti‑people', urging the Centre to reverse the Rs 29 hike that lifted 14.2 kg cylinders to Rs 951, and demanding relief for h

  61. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    India LPG price hike draws criticism from opposition MP

    India raises domestic LPG prices by Rs 29 per cylinder; AAP MP Sanjay Singh condemns the hike as a burden and criticises the government's focus, while RLD backs the PM and the ministry stresses prices remain低.

  62. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India raises LPG cylinder price but claims it remains cheapest worldwide

    India lifted LPG cylinder prices by ₹29 to ₹942 in Delhi, saying OMCs lose ~₹700 per cylinder but subsidies keep it the cheapest globally, cheaper than Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, the US, and others.

  63. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India hikes domestic LPG cylinder price by 29 rupees

    India raised the 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder price by ₹29, from ₹913 to ₹942 in Delhi, marking a second hike in three months amid rising global fuel costs and pressures on oil firms.

  64. [BUSINESS] 8 sources
    India LPG cylinder price jumps to 942 rupees amid West Asia crisis

    India raised the price of a domestic LPG cylinder to 942 rupees, citing West Asia‑driven global energy cost spikes; the government approved 30,000 crore rupees compensation and continued subsidies amid rising r

  65. [BUSINESS] 44 sources
    India raises domestic LPG cylinder price by Rs 29 amid global energy costs

    India raised the price of a 14.2‑kg domestic LPG cylinder by ₹29 to ₹942, the second hike in three months, citing higher global energy costs; subsidies keep prices among the world’s cheapest.

  66. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India lifts domestic LPG cylinder price to ₹942 as fuel costs surge

    India raised domestic LPG cylinder prices to ₹942 in Delhi and up to ₹1,040 in Patna, with commercial cylinders also higher, amid rising global propane costs and supply costs around ₹1,200 per cylinder.

  67. [BUSINESS] 16 sources
    India raises domestic LPG cylinder price by Rs 29 per unit

    India hikes domestic LPG cylinder price by ₹29 to ₹942 per unit on June 7, 2026, the second rise in three months, amid broader fuel price hikes and global energy cost pressures.

  68. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India Launches New June 1 Rules on LPG Prices, UPI Payments and Fuel Taxes

    India’s June 1, 2026 rules revise LPG prices, require PAN‑Aadhaar linking, display UPI payee names, adjust ATM fees, cut fuel export duties and add new fuel taxes.

  69. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India LPG price hike strains hotels and consumers

    India hikes LPG cylinder prices from June 1, raising 5 kg cylinders to ₹821.50 and commercial cylinders by up to ₹46, straining hotels in Delhi, Kolkata and Bengaluru.

  70. [BUSINESS] 15 sources
    India hikes commercial LPG cylinder prices by up to ₹42

    India raised commercial LPG cylinder prices on June 1, adding ₹42 in Delhi (₹3,113.50) and ₹53.50 in Kolkata, with a ₹11 rise for 5‑kg cylinders; domestic rates stay unchanged.

  71. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    India assures stable fuel and LPG supplies, urges public to avoid panic buying

    India's defence minister confirmed normal petrol, diesel and LPG supplies, urged people to avoid panic buying, and announced LPG regulation changes to aid PNG users amid West Asia tensions.

  72. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India eases LPG rules for households switching to piped natural gas

    India’s government now lets households with both LPG and piped natural gas either cancel LPG within 30 days or obtain a voucher to reactivate it later, easing pressure on frequent movers amid rising fuel costs.

  73. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India Increases LPG Cylinder Deliveries, Surpassing Bookings Amid Supply Push

    India delivered 1.72 crore LPG cylinders in four days, outpacing 1.66 crore bookings, cutting backlogs and boosting digital bookings.

  74. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India reports 58,500 LPG connections surrendered as fuel stocks remain adequate

    India says over 58,500 LPG connections surrendered, fuel stocks are sufficient, and Indian seafarers in the Gulf are safe.

  75. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India's LPG shortage fuels California gasoline price surge

    India’s LPG crunch, caused by Middle East oil disruptions, cuts alkylate exports and pushes California gasoline prices above $6 per gallon.

  76. [CRIME] 2 sources
    Indian oil firms and Odisha police warn of OTP scams targeting LPG deliveries and census services

    HPCL, IOCL, BPCL and Odisha police warn of OTP scams impersonating LPG delivery and census officials; don’t share codes.

  77. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    India Cracks Down on LPG Hoarding as Supplies Remain Stable

    India conducts 1,900 raids, penalizes LPG distributors and keeps domestic gas supply stable amid West Asia tensions.

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