Mahila Congress workers stage a protest in Bhubaneswar on Saturday KOLKATA/RANCHI/BENGALURU: Several opposition-governed states mounted a scathing attack on the Centre over the increase in LPG cylinder prices, with Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee asking women across the state to hold protests and her Karnataka counterpart Siddaramaiah calling for PM Modi’s resignation.In poll-bound Bengal, Mamata, focusing on her party’s women vote bank, weaved the issue of rising kitchen costs with SIR deletions. She urged women across the state to mark Women’s Day by organising rallies in black outfits and armed with utensils to protest against the hike in LPG cylinder prices and largescale deletion of women’s names from the voters’ list. “Gas prices have been increased again and you can’t book a cylinder before 21 days. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Third US carrier on way as Israel launches ‘extensive strikes’ on IranFresh Food Airlifted Into UAE: LuLu flies 80,000 kg of Indian produce; more imports planned‘Xi’s world order died with Khamenei’: The good, the bad, and ugly of US-Iran war for ChinaSo what will you do for 21 days if you run out of cooking gas at home?” she said at a rally. Siddaramaiah said the hike was a result of “flawed foreign policy” of the Modi government. He said it would further strain millions of households at a time when families were battling relentless inflation. He accused the PM of surrendering India’s strategic autonomy “by aligning blindly with the US” and disrupting long-standing energy ties with Russia and Iran. In Jharkand, JMM spokesperson Supriyo Bhattacharya said, “Had India maintained its earlier ties with Russia, the country would not be facing such a situation.”End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTMC, BJP Engage In War Of Words Over Change In Governor Ahead of Assembly ElectionsTMC RS Nominee Menaka Guruswamy Declares: ‘Shall Fight EC in Every Court’ in Fiery First SpeechNishant Kumar Will Make Political Debut On March 8, To Formally Join JD(U) After Nitish’s RS Move‘What Went Through The Administration’s Mind?’ Droupadi Murmu Flags Lapse, Mentions Mamata BanerjeeThe Khamenei’s Killer: Israeli Missile Family India Is Quietly Acquiring | WatchBJP Blasts TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee’s Shocking Remark Against CEC Gyanesh KumarNo Confidence Motion Against Om Birla: Mamata Banerjee’s TMC Set To Support Resolution In Parliament”Future Is In Countries Like India…” Piyush Goyal Hails India As Engine Of Growth’PM Modi Betrayed India’: Rahul Gandhi Launches Scathing Attack Over US Trade Deal, Russian OilLPG Cylinder Price Rise Heats Up Inflation Debate As Opposition Targets Modi Government123PhotostoriesExclusive – The 50’s Divya Agarwal breaks silence on divorce rumours with husband Apurva Padgaonkar; says ‘We live in separate houses…’How to make Bihari-style Champaran Mutton for dinner at home6 things you should never ignore in car maintenance10 desi Indian ways to enjoy Oats for dinner and dessert7 bedroom plants for better sleep and cleaner indoor airFrom iron deficiency to lung disease: Doctors say your nails may reveal hidden health problemsAllu Arjun’s brother Allu Sirish marries Nayanika Reddy: Bride dazzles in diamonds and Kanjivaram saree, groom steals show in ivory sherwani6 most luxurious homes owned by Indian cricketers with estimated prices5 famous war museums around the world travellers can visitWalt Disney once said, “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage…”: 5 lessons it teaches students123Hot PicksMiddle East Oil RisksIran Mobile Missile LauncersDwarka ExpresswayUttam Nagar murderIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingFortnite Wild Weeks Power Hour EventDaksh ChaudharyUPSC ResultsMiddle East ConflictNoida AirportCody RhodesWWE Smackdown HighlightsUCEED ResultBombay High CourtWhere to watch ind vs nz t20
KOLKATA/RANCHI/BENGALURU: Several opposition-governed states mounted a scathing attack on the Centre over the increase in LPG cylinder prices, with Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee asking women across the state to hold protests and her Karnataka counterpart Siddaramaiah calling for PM Modi’s resignation.In poll-bound Bengal, Mamata, focusing on her party’s women vote bank, weaved the issue of rising kitchen costs with SIR deletions. She urged women across the state to mark Women’s Day by organising rallies in black outfits and armed with utensils to protest against the hike in LPG cylinder prices and largescale deletion of women’s names from the voters’ list. “Gas prices have been increased again and you can’t book a cylinder before 21 days. So what will you do for 21 days if you run out of cooking gas at home?” she said at a rally. Siddaramaiah said the hike was a result of “flawed foreign policy” of the Modi government. He said it would further strain millions of households at a time when families were battling relentless inflation. He accused the PM of surrendering India’s strategic autonomy “by aligning blindly with the US” and disrupting long-standing energy ties with Russia and Iran. In Jharkand, JMM spokesperson Supriyo Bhattacharya said, “Had India maintained its earlier ties with Russia, the country would not be facing such a situation.”
