LPG price hike, March 11 -- Prices of LPG cylinders in India have been increased, making both domestic and commercial cooking gas costlier for consumers and businesses.

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, adding the cost burden for households as well as restaurants.

This hike comes as oil marketing companies (OMCs) factored in the liquid petroleum gas (LPG) supply disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.

It is important to note that rates differ from state to state, and also depend on the incidence of local sales tax or VAT.

This is the second hike in L...