Mumbai fishing industry faces a severe crisis as rising fuel prices linked to the West Asia conflict disrupt operations. Boats remain anchored near Gateway of India, while fishermen demand subsidies, fuel price protection, and policy support to prevent a complete shutdown. (Pic/Ashish Raje)

Chef Mubarak Khan of A-One Garib Nawaz Caterers in Savarpada, Borivali East, Mumbai, has been forced to switch to charcoal cooking due to the ongoing commercial LPG shortage. With charcoal prices also rising, the caterer has been compelled to offer a limited menu and increase food prices by Rs 20 to Rs 30. This highlights the growing impact of India's LPG crisis on small food businesses and caterers across Mumbai (PICS/SATEJ SHINDE)