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DJ Rummy Sharma’s ready to roll with a bagful of tunes
After the grand success of DJ Rummy Sharma’s gig at Manhattan, Gurgaon, he is all geared up to groove Delhi music lovers with his electronic tunes on 31st August at Q’BA Restaurant and bar.
Atul Kapoor of Q’BA is excited about this addition to the calendar of activities at this favourite haunt located in the heart of the city.
“We are very excited to launch these nights with Rummy Sharma & hope to host some great artists over the next few months, says Kapoor.
As part of his multi-city tour that kick-started on 10th August, he is all set to embark on a new journey as a producer in the world of electronic dance music. One of the earliest Indian DJs to have played at the Berlin Love Parade, Rummy Sharma is no stranger to the bustling Indian Electronica scene. His India tour will witness him spinning tracks across many popular destinations and clubs in the country. He will also be playing his self-produced tracks as part of the tour.
Rummy Sharma started his DJing career in 1992 but amidst his busy spinning schedules across the country and continents, it’s now that he’s finally concentrating on the producer in him. Recognised as one of the oldest and most cherished of Delhi DJs, Rummy Sharma has played at some of the most cult clubs of the city and the world. In fact he’s was at the helm of affairs, as the Electronic music following started taking shape in the country.He was invited to play Love Parade in Berlin in 2006, where Rummy got his own Truck and played along with Teisto, Pauk Van Dyk, Andre Nalin, Martin Eyerer, and almost every world class DJ.
Cut to 2013 he’s made a shift to Berlin Germany and is winning accolades in the international Electronica circuit with his new single titled ‘Wade in the Water’ with Iranian maestro Namito.
Rummy brought great gospel vocals from a UK children choir to combine them with Namito’s amazing studio skills. The result is an outstanding club track with a very positive vibe, just right to start the Ibiza season. Belgian superstar Kolombo not just did a great remix but also found a singer (Ashibah) to add some fantastic new vocals to the track. A true upgrade. Let’s not forget our Bavarian friends Pele & Shawnecy and their driving remix to put the dance floor onto a complete different level. A Kling Klong highlight for sure.
Pegged as ‘again a true international masterpiece’, the track hit the DMC Top Ten mark within a day of its release. ‘Wade in the Water’hasalso received fantastic feedback and support from International DJs as well as radio stations (reactions at the end of the document). It will now be played for the first time in India, as part of Rummy’s tour.
Over time Rummy has shared the stage with the likes of DJ Sven Vath, Dr. Motte, Oliver Klein,. Namito, Sebbo, Dimitri, DJ Rush, Monika Kruise, Jay Haze, Tom Clark, Shonky, Nalin and Kane, Mougai,Phil fuldner, DJ Quicksilver, Miss Yeti, Grand Master Flash and Akon.
He recently also played with Edward Maya.
Some of the cult Delhi night clubs Rummy has performed at are- Oasis, MKOP, Djinns, Climax, Orange Room, Capitol, Kuki, Ricks, Blue Bar and almost every club known to command popularity and respect.
Internationally, Rummy has played at venues with such as Singapore- Zouk, Studebakers, Indochine, Berlin-Stern radio, Polar TV, Watergate, Pefferberg, Kit Kat, Airport club in Wurzburg, Tribehouse in Nuess, Terminal Eins In Dredsen, Roxy in Prague and the Buddha Bar- Dubai.
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Induction cooktop demand spikes 30× amid LPG supply concerns
Supply worries linked to West Asia tensions push households and restaurants to turn to electric cooking alternatives
MUMBAI: As geopolitical tensions in West Asia ripple through global energy supply chains, the familiar blue flame in Indian kitchens is facing an unexpected challenger: electricity.
What began as concerns over the availability of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has quickly evolved into a technology-driven shift in cooking habits. Households across India are increasingly turning to induction cooktops and other electric appliances, initially as a backup but now, for many, a necessity.
A sudden surge in demand
Recent data from quick-commerce and grocery platform BigBasket highlights the scale of the shift. According to Seshu Kumar Tirumala, the company’s chief buying and merchandising officer, demand for induction cooktops has risen dramatically.
“Induction cooktops have seen a significant surge in demand, recording a fivefold jump on 10 March and a thirtyfold spike on 11 March,” Tirumala said.
The increase stands out sharply when compared with broader kitchen appliance trends. Most appliance categories are growing within 10 per cent of their typical demand levels, while induction cooktops have witnessed explosive growth as households rush to secure an alternative cooking option.
Major e-commerce platforms including Amazon and Flipkart have reported rising searches and orders for induction stoves. Quick-commerce apps such as Blinkit and Zepto have also witnessed stock shortages in major metropolitan areas including Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.
What was once considered a convenient appliance for hostels, small kitchens or occasional use has suddenly become an essential addition in many homes.
A crisis thousands of miles away
The trigger for this shift lies far beyond India’s kitchens.
Escalating conflict in the Middle East has disrupted shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. Nearly 85 to 90 per cent of India’s LPG imports pass through this narrow waterway, making the country particularly vulnerable to supply disruptions.
The ripple effects have been swift.
India currently meets roughly 60 per cent of its LPG demand through imports, and tightening global supply has already begun to affect domestic availability and prices.
Earlier this month, the price of domestic LPG cylinders increased by Rs 60, while commercial cylinders rose by more than Rs 114.
To discourage panic buying and hoarding, the government has also extended the mandatory waiting period between domestic refill bookings from 21 days to 25 days.
Restaurants feel the pressure
The strain is not limited to households. Restaurants, hotels and roadside eateries are also grappling with supply constraints as commercial LPG availability tightens under restrictions imposed through the Essential Commodities Act.
In cities such as Bengaluru and Chennai, restaurant associations report that commercial LPG availability has dropped by as much as 75 per cent, forcing many establishments to rethink their kitchen operations.
Some restaurants have reduced menu offerings, while others are rapidly installing high-efficiency induction systems, creating hybrid kitchens where electricity now shares the workload with gas.
For smaller eateries and roadside dhabas, the shift is less about sustainability and more about survival.
A potential structural shift
The government has maintained that there is no nationwide LPG crisis and has directed refineries to increase production to stabilise supply.
Nevertheless, the developments of March 2026 may already be triggering a longer-term behavioural shift.
For decades, LPG has been the backbone of cooking in Indian households. However, recent disruptions have highlighted the risks of relying on a single fuel source.
Increasingly, households appear to be hedging against uncertainty by adopting electric cooking options to guard against price volatility and delivery delays.
If the current trend continues, the induction cooktop, once viewed as a niche appliance, could emerge as a quiet symbol of India’s evolving kitchen economy.
