New Delhi, March 12 -- LPG cylinder prices in India have been increased, making both domestic and commercial cooking gas costlier. The revision affects households and businesses that rely on LPG for daily operations.

The price of a 14.2 kg domestic cooking gas cylinder was raised by Rs.60, while the 19 kg commercial cylinder has become costlier by Rs.144 across major cities and states of the country.

This price hike comes as oil marketing companies (OMCs) factor in supply disruptions in liquid petroleum gas (LPG) caused by the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The tensions have impacted shipments of energy from the Middle East.

As a result, India is facing an LPG shortage that has disrupted operations at r...