The Economic Times

LPG crisis may revive the dying Kerosene stoves to replace modern cooktops in Indian homes. Here's how to use them safely

LPG shortage crisis: The Union government has announced the reintroduction of kerosene and coal as temporary cooking options to ease the pressure on LPG cylinders amid ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri informed the Lok Sabha that while the Straitresponsible for 55% of India's LPGremains closed for the 13th day, the country has secured alternative cargoes from the US, Norway, Canada, and Russia.