India will once again look at managing its finances in a disciplined manner. The budget today will likely show the government's commitment to bringing down the fiscal deficit. Our next report decodes the nuances of India's fiscal strategy for the upcoming financial year.

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The price of the commercial LPG gas cylinders has been reduced by Rs 7 ($0.081) by the oil marketing companies ahead of the Union Budget 2025-26, effective from Saturday (Feb 1).
The revised prices apply to the 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder, which is mostly used in hotels, restaurants, and other businesses.
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<h2 dir="ltr">How much have the prices decreased?</h2>
The price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi has decreased by Rs 7 ($0.081), bringing the new retail price to Rs 1,797 ($20.73). This reduction is likely to bring some relief to businesses that depend on LPG for their operations.
In Kolkata, the price of this LPG cylinder has decreased from Rs 1,911 ($22.04) to Rs 1,907 ($22.00). In Mumbai, the commercial LPG cylinder is now available for Rs 1,749.50 ($20.18), down from Rs 1,756 ($20.25). In Chennai, the price of the LPG cylinder is Rs 1,959.50 ($22.60) from today.
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<h2 dir="ltr">No change in the price of cooking gas</h2>
The prices of domestic LPG cylinders (14 kg) for household use remain unchanged. The current prices in major cities are: Delhi Rs 803 ($9.26), Lucknow Rs 840.50 ($9.69), Mumbai Rs 802.50 ($9.26), Chennai Rs 818.50 ($9.44), and Kolkata Rs 829 ($9.56).
Oil companies regularly revise LPG prices based on changes in global crude oil rates and other factors.
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In December, the oil companies increased the rates of 19 kg commercial LPG cylinders by Rs 62 ($0.72). These price adjustments are expected to impact commercial establishments and small businesses that rely heavily on LPG for their operations.
The revision comes as part of a broader trend in fuel price adjustments in response to changing global market conditions, seen in recent days due to volatile international order.
(With inputs from agencies)
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India News: Effective February, businesses will benefit from a reduction in commercial LPG cylinder prices, providing some relief before the Union Budget announcement.

The price of the commercial LPG gas cylinders has been reduced by Rs 7 ($0.081) by the oil marketing companies ahead of the Union Budget 2025-26, effective from Saturday (Feb 1). The revised prices apply to the 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder, which is mostly used in hotels, restaurants, and other businesses. Also read | India Union Budget 2025-26 LIVE | Union Cabinet approves Budget 2025 How much have the prices decreased? The price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi has decreased by Rs 7 ($0.081), bringing the new retail price to Rs 1,797 ($20.73). This reduction is likely to bring some relief to businesses that depend on LPG for their operations. In Kolkata, the price of this LPG cylinder has decreased from Rs 1,911 ($22.04) to Rs 1,907 ($22.00). In Mumbai, the commercial LPG cylinder is now available for Rs 1,749.50 ($20.18), down from Rs 1,756 ($20.25). In Chennai, the price of the LPG cylinder is Rs 1,959.50 ($22.60) from today. Also read | Budget 2025: FM Nirmala Sitharaman pays tribute to Madhubani art, dons elegant off-white saree No change in the price of cooking gas The prices of domestic LPG cylinders (14 kg) for household use remain unchanged. The current prices in major cities are: Delhi Rs 803 ($9.26), Lucknow Rs 840.50 ($9.69), Mumbai Rs 802.50 ($9.26), Chennai Rs 818.50 ($9.44), and Kolkata Rs 829 ($9.56). Oil companies regularly revise LPG prices based on changes in global crude oil rates and other factors. Also read | Delhi Elections 2025: Arvind Kejriwal urges BJP supporters to vote for AAP In December, the oil companies increased the rates of 19 kg commercial LPG cylinders by Rs 62 ($0.72). These price adjustments are expected to impact commercial establishments and small businesses that rely heavily on LPG for their operations. The revision comes as part of a broader trend in fuel price adjustments in response to changing global market conditions, seen in recent days due to volatile international order. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Price of commercial LPG gas cylinders reduced by Rs 7

India's finance minister has tabled the country's economic survey for 2024-25. In many ways, this is the economic report card that serves as the basis for the country's budget. So, let's break down the numbers for you. Watch in for more details!

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India's finance minister has tabled the country's economic survey for 2024-25. In many ways, this is the economic report card that serves as the basis for the country's budget, which is expected tomorrow. So, let's break down the numbers for you. Watch in for more details!

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India is expected to record GDP growth of 6.3-6.8 per cent in the financial year 2025-26 on the back of strong fundamentals, calibrated fiscal consolidation and stable private consumption, said the Economic Survey tabled in Parliament on Friday (Jan 31).
The economic growth rate is estimated to slip to a 4-year low of 6.4 per cent in the current financial year.
"...The fundamentals of the domestic economy remain robust, with a strong external account, calibrated fiscal consolidation and stable private consumption. On the balance of these considerations, we expect that the growth in FY26 would be between 6.3 and 6.8 per cent," the survey said.
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The Economic Survey 2024-25, tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in both houses of Parliament, said navigating global headwinds will require strategic and prudent policy management and reinforcing the domestic fundamentals.
The Budget 2024-25 laid out a multi-sectoral policy agenda for sustained growth push.
It further said that investment activity is expected to pick up, supported by higher public capex and improving business expectations.
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As regards inflation, it said the risk from higher commodity prices seems limited in FY26. However, geopolitical tensions are still an issue, it added.
Food inflation is likely to soften in Q4 FY25 with seasonal easing of vegetable prices and Kharif harvest arrivals.
Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.
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India's GDP is projected to grow at -% in FY -, driven by strong economic fundamentals, fiscal consolidation, and stable private consumption, per the Economic Survey.

India is expected to record GDP growth of 6.3-6.8 per cent in the financial year 2025-26 on the back of strong fundamentals, calibrated fiscal consolidation and stable private consumption, said the Economic Survey tabled in Parliament on Friday (Jan 31). The economic growth rate is estimated to slip to a 4-year low of 6.4 per cent in the current financial year. "...The fundamentals of the domestic economy remain robust, with a strong external account, calibrated fiscal consolidation and stable private consumption. On the balance of these considerations, we expect that the growth in FY26 would be between 6.3 and 6.8 per cent," the survey said. Also read | Budget session 2025 to infuse new confidence, energy to attain goal of ‘Viksit Bharat’: PM Modi The Economic Survey 2024-25, tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in both houses of Parliament, said navigating global headwinds will require strategic and prudent policy management and reinforcing the domestic fundamentals. The Budget 2024-25 laid out a multi-sectoral policy agenda for sustained growth push. It further said that investment activity is expected to pick up, supported by higher public capex and improving business expectations. Also read | India budget session | President Murmu in commencement speech highlights govt milestones, says working at 'thrice the speed' As regards inflation, it said the risk from higher commodity prices seems limited in FY26. However, geopolitical tensions are still an issue, it added. Food inflation is likely to soften in Q4 FY25 with seasonal easing of vegetable prices and Kharif harvest arrivals. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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