New Delhi, March 13 -- A war in Iran first seemed uncertain, then distant. Now, for many Indians, it has begun to feel uncomfortably close.

Concerns around liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) shortages have triggered anxiety across households, turning a distant geopolitical conflict into a daily-life issue for millions of Indian kitchens.

The shift is also visible in what Indians are searching on Google. Search behaviour shows how the West Asia conflict has evolved in public perception-from a regional crisis, to a global disruption, and now to a household concern.

Data suggests that search interest has gradually moved from general curiosity about the war to practical concerns about energy and cooking alternatives.

Here's a look at how India...