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Domestic LPG prices in major Indian cities remained steady on Saturday, May 30, despite a sharp, ten-day surge in petrol, diesel, and CNG costs triggered by the ongoing US-Iran conflict.The war in West Asia disrupted global energy supplies, including those to India. India's 40 per cent of crude imports, 65 per cent of natural gas and 90 per cent of LPG supplies, which came from countries in the Gulf region, were disrupted due to the three-month-long conflict.According to the latest data from oil marketing companies (OMCs), the price of a 14.2-kg domestic cylinder holds at ₹913 in Delhi, ₹912.50 in Mumbai, ₹939 in Kolkata, and ₹928.50 in Chennai.The commercial sector has faced substantial cost increases, with 19-kg cylinder prices jumping by over ₹900 last month before stabilising.CityDomestic LPG (14.2 Kg)Commercial LPG (19 Kg)New Delhi ₹913.00 ₹3,071.50Kolkata ₹939.00 ₹3,202.00Mumbai ₹912.50 ₹3,024.00Chennai ₹928.50 ₹3,237.00Gurgaon ₹921.50 ₹3,088.00Noida ₹910.50 ₹3,071.50Bangalore ₹915.50 ₹3,152.00Bhubaneswar ₹939.00 ₹3,238.00Chandigarh ₹922.50 ₹3,092.50Hyderabad ₹965.00 ₹3,315.00Jaipur ₹916.50 ₹3,099.00Lucknow ₹950.50 ₹3,194.00Patna ₹1,002.50 ₹3,346.50Thiruvananthapuram ₹922.00 ₹3,106.00LPG prices in India are usually revised at the start of every month, depending on changes in global crude oil prices, currency exchange rates, freight costs and government subsidy policies.Domestic cooking gas prices remain politically sensitive because of their direct impact on household budgets. For now, consumers continue to get temporary relief as LPG cylinder prices remain unchanged despite growing uncertainty in global energy markets.Govt asks OMs to expand storage capacityThe government has asked state-run fuel retailers to expand liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) storage capacity to cover at least 30 days of demand, a senior oil ministry official said on Friday, as supply disruptions linked to the West Asia conflict highlight the need for larger reserves."We are working on the strategic reserves. Oil marketing companies have been asked to work out (a plan) to have LPG reserves for a minimum of 30 days with them, and they are working on it," Sujata Sharma, joint secretary in the petroleum ministry, told reporters.The government said the country has sufficient stocks of petrol, diesel, LPG, crude oil and natural gas, adding that refineries were operating at optimum levels and LPG production was at an all-time high of around 52,000 tonnes per day."No dry out reported at any LPG distributorship," Sharma said, while adding that "abnormal sale is being observed at many petrol pumps".‘Avoid panic buying’Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged the public to avoid panic buying petrol, diesel, and LPG, assuring them that the government is taking all necessary steps to maintain fuel supplies."The supply situation in the country today is normal. The citizens should avoid panic purchase of petrol, diesel and LPG as the government is pulling out all stops to ensure the availability of all essential items," Singh said on X.About the AuthorLivemintFor about a decade, Livemint—News Desk has been a credible source for authentic and timely news, and well-researched analysis on national news, business, personal finance, corporates, politics and geopolitics. We bring the latest updates on all the listed companies on BSE and NSE, startups, mutual funds, Union ministries, geopolitics, and untapped human interest stories from around the world, helping our readers to stay informed on the latest developments around the globe. Our Coverage Areas 1. Companies: Comprehensive news and analysis on listed and unlisted companies, corporate announcements, corporate chatter, C-suite, business trends, hiring alerts, layoffs, work-life balance, world's top billionaires and richest and more. 2. Personal finance: Insights into mutual funds, small savings schemes like - PPF, SSY, post office savings scheme, stock to watch, personal loans, credit cards, top bank FDs, real est
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met with autorickshaw drivers at Todarmal Park in Bengali Market, Delhi. He was seen wearing an auto driver's uniform and taking selfies with children following the interaction.Rahul Gandhi 'unexpectedly' meets auto drivers in Delhi, dons uniform, shares simple meal and talks about inflation: WATCH (HT_PRINT)Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has, time and again, met different sections of society to listen and understand their concerns. This time, he interacted with auto drivers to hear about the challenges they face in their daily lives.On Friday, Gandhi met with autorickshaw drivers at Todarmal Park in Bengali Market, Delhi. He was seen wearing an auto driver's uniform and taking selfies with children following the interaction.Gandhi also shared a meal with the drivers and spoke with them about their livelihood, rising costs and children's education.“We interacted with Rahul Gandhi ji and told him that our business is running very slowly. He inquired about my children’s education and how we manage our daily earnings and meals. We shared a simple meal of dal, roti, and vegetables with Rahul Gandhi ji," auto driver Ramesh Prasad told PTI.Another driver, Arinder Kumar Shah, said, “We spoke about the burden of inflation, especially rising gas prices, which have made survival incredibly difficult."According to the autodrivers, Rahul Gandhi promised them that he will raise their concerns "directly before PM Narendra Modi in Parliament.""Rahul Gandhi ji promised to support the drivers and said he would raise our grievances directly before PM Narendra Modi in Parliament. We all shared a meal of roti and a Bihar-style aloo ki sabzi [potato dish],” Ravinder Kumar Shah said."Rahul Gandhi met us unexpectedly while we were eating, and it felt good," another auto driver who met Rahul Gandhi, told ANI.In the past, Rahul Gandhi tried connecting with sections of society to understand their grievances.In 2023, Gandhi had met gig workers and delivery partners of Dunzo, Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit etc at the iconic Airlines Hotel in Bengaluru."...got an insight into the lives of these youngsters, why they took up these jobs, and what their working conditions were like," Gandhi said after indulging in an interesting chat with the gig workers.The Congress leader also rode on the scooter for about 2 km to reach his hotel in Bengaluru.In 2025, Rahul Gandhi shared his experience of visiting a Keventers store and making a cold coffee. He spoke to Keventers co-founders Aman Arora and Agastya Dalmia about their business and expansion plans.In a 9-minute video clip, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha could be heard talking about his "investment decision" and the future of the Indian milkshake brand.About the AuthorAkriti AnandAkriti Anand is a Deputy Chief Content Producer at LiveMint. She is a digital journalist with more than six years in the news industry. In her current role, she covers both national and international politics, and also keeps a close watch on the latest trends in science and space exploration. Akriti joined the LiveMint team in October 2023. Before this, she built a strong career at other major media houses. She worked as a senior sub-editor at India Today. Later, she moved to CNBCTV-18. There, she covered high-pressure topics like breaking news and major elections. She spent much of her time analysing Parliament bills and complex political debates. She is also a skilled editor who knows how to polish a story for a digital audience. One of her career highlights happened at CNBCTV-18. She made her first television debut during the Chandrayaan-3 mission. She also provided special on-air coverage for the Karnataka Elections. When she is not busy with breaking news, Akriti loves to write explainers and interview experts on a wide range of issues. She also enjoys making complex space missions easy for everyone to understand. <b
A viral video from Delhi has captured the harsh reality of the capital’s ongoing heatwave after a tray of ladoos began melting in the extreme temperature. Delhi’s scorching heatwave melts sweets, sparks viral reactions online(Instagram/@ hey.chan04)India continues to battle intense heatwave conditions, with temperatures soaring above 45°C in several regions, including parts of Rajasthan, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. Alongside extreme temperatures, residents in many cities are also dealing with severe humidity, dehydration concerns and rising heat stress.Amid the blistering summer conditions in the national capital, a video showing ladoos melting in the heat has gone viral on social media. The clip, shared by a woman online, captured a tray of sweets gradually losing shape under the harsh temperature.As the ladoos softened and began sticking together, the woman added a humorous caption in Hindi: “Inki abh barfi banegi."The light-hearted remark quickly resonated with viewers online, with many seeing it as a relatable snapshot of Delhi’s punishing summer. The video spread rapidly across social media platforms as users reacted to the unusual sight of traditional sweets melting in the heat.Viral clip reflects Delhi’s extreme summerIn the now-viral video, the ladoos appeared unable to retain their round shape as the heat intensified. Their texture visibly changed, turning soft and sticky while the tray itself became difficult to handle.The clip struck a chord with many viewers because it reflected the harsh realities of daily life during the ongoing heatwave. Delhi has been recording extremely high temperatures in recent weeks, and the visual of melting sweets became an unexpected symbol of the city’s struggle with the weather.Usually associated with celebrations and festive occasions, the ladoos in the video transformed into a sticky mass within minutes of exposure to the heat. For many social media users, the moment highlighted just how relentless the summer conditions have become.Heatwave conditions continue across north IndiaThe viral moment also came at a time when several northern states continue to experience severe weather conditions. Heatwave alerts have remained in place in multiple regions as authorities urge people to avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and stay hydrated.Residents in Delhi and nearby areas have already been coping with frequent complaints related to power cuts, water shortages and uncomfortable humidity levels. The intense weather has disrupted normal routines for many families across the region.Against this backdrop, the melting ladoos video added humour to an otherwise exhausting summer season. While many viewers reacted with amusement, others pointed out that the clip also underlined the growing discomfort caused by extreme temperatures.Social media reacts to melting ladoosThe video generated several quirky reactions online, with users comparing the sweets’ condition to the experience of stepping outdoors during peak afternoon heat. Many described the clip as one of the most relatable representations of Delhi’s summer this year.A user wrote, “Ladoo ❌ barfi ❌ Halwa ✅”Another user commented, “Halwaa baan Gaya hai.”“My dad had some bananas he bought last night they were just above raw and by the time he came home in the afternoon after travelling they were almost overripe in 17 hours of journey. Imagine how hot it is for that to happen,” the third user commented.For others, the video served as a reminder of how heatwaves affect even the smallest aspects of everyday life. From food storage issues to difficulty travelling outdoors during daytime hours, the impact of soaring temperatures is being felt widely across cities in north India.“This is what happens when you buy laddu from Barfivala,” the fourth wrote.“Oh wow DIY barfi,” the fifth joked.About the AuthorAnjali ThakurAnjali Thakur is a Senior Assistant Editor with Mint, reporting on trending news, entertainment and health, with a focus on stories driving
After studying at IIT Delhi and Guru Nanak Dev University, Sandhu moved to the United States for his PhD. He later became an important figure in global microelectronics researchIIT Delhi alumnus Gurtej Sandhu becomes one of America’s top inventors.(X)India has produced many talented technology experts, but several of them achieved their biggest successes abroad. One such name now gaining attention online is Gurtej Sandhu, an Indian-origin engineer from Amritsar who studied at the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) Delhi and later became the seventh most prolific inventor in US history.A viral post on X recently revived the debate around brain drain. The post said, “India trains the engineer and America files the patents. We export the inventor and we import the chip.” Many users shared Sandhu’s journey as an example of how Indian talent often finds better research and innovation opportunities outside the country.Who is Gurtej Sandhu?Sandhu, who completed his MTech from IIT Delhi in 1985, is currently Senior Fellow and Vice President at Micron Technology. He has received 1,382 US patents during his career - more than Thomas Edison, who held 1,093 patents. His research in semiconductors, chip manufacturing and atomic layer deposition has helped make electronic devices smaller, faster and more efficient.After studying at IIT Delhi and Guru Nanak Dev University, Sandhu moved to the United States for his PhD. He later became an important figure in global microelectronics research. For the past 35 years, he has worked with Micron Technology and currently leads the company’s Si-to-Package research and development roadmap from Boise, Idaho.What are his major contributions?His work in silicon CMOS technology and memory scaling for DRAM and NAND systems has contributed to advancements in cloud computing, smartphones, cameras and data storage technology. In 2018, he was honoured with the prestigious IEEE Andrew S Grove Award for his contributions.Reacting to his achievement, Guru Nanak Dev University vice-chancellor Karamjeet Singh described it as “a moment of unparalleled pride” for both the university and the country.“Gurtej’s journey from our campus to global acclaim shows how dedication and curiosity can reshape the world. His success is an inspiration for our students and faculty alike,” he said.How did social media users react?The online discussion around Sandhu also triggered a wider debate about innovation and retaining talent in India. Several social media users said the country needs stronger research facilities and better support systems to stop talented professionals from moving overseas.One user wrote, “He couldn’t possibly had done those inventions in India. You need labs and support for this.”Another commented, “Smart people are the most valuable investment a country can make. Gurtej Sandhu generated thousands of patents. That is not one person succeeding. That is knowledge creating more knowledge. We grew the mango tree. Someone else opened the juice factory.”A third user said, “Have met him in a conference at Las Vegas in 2019, though I have filed multiple US patents myself but I must say he is a very humble and approachable person considering his achievements and depth of knowledge in our domain. Lot of reformation needed in India to breed innovation!”About the AuthorKanishka SinghariaKanishka Singharia is a Senior Content Producer at Mint with a passion for news, trends, and the stories shaping the digital world. She specialises in spotting viral narratives by constantly tracking social media platforms and turning them into engaging, reader-friendly stories. Her work ranges from fast-paced breaking updates to sensitive human-interest features, blending speed with clarity. With over four years of experience in news and trend reporting, Kanishka has worked with leading organisations such as Hindustan Times and Times Now. She moves seamlessly between profiling business leaders and telling the stories of everyd
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