New Delhi, May 18 -- Despite mounting concerns over escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and rising global energy costs, the cooking gas of Indian households has been shielded with unchanged prices across major metros on Monday.

Following the latest price revision issued on May 18, the cost of a standard 14.2-kg household cylinder remains steady, with the domestic LPG costing Rs.913 in Delhi.

In stark contrast, commercial LPG prices remain painfully elevated. Driven by multiple upward revisions over the past few months, a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has now breached the Rs.3,000 mark in the national capital.

The current pause in domestic LPG price hikes offers a much-needed breather following a steep Rs.60 increase implement...