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India eyes oil exploration expansion after Middle East war shortages
In response to a critical energy supply crisis, India is ramping up its efforts in domestic crude exploration. The country, known for its reliance on oil imports, is set to unveil extensive uncharted regions for bidding. This initiative, named 'Samudra Manthan,' aims to enhance production levels in light of rising energy demands and global volatility, with significant funding earmarked for offshore drilling activities.

India Restricts Sale Of High-Speed Diesel, Motor Spirit At Retail Outlets For 90 Days
Shares of oil marketing companies including Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd., Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. and Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. could be in focus following the development.
Oil India reports natural gas presence in second Andaman offshore well
Oil India Limited has found natural gas in its third exploratory well in the Andaman offshore block. This is the second well in the block to confirm hydrocarbon presence. The discovery is a positive indicator for future exploration in the area. OIL is currently processing seismic data for further appraisal well drilling.
Stock markets decline for 2nd day on selling in oil, gas, banking shares
Stock markets closed lower for the second consecutive day on Wednesday as investors remained cautious amid conflicting geopolitical signals from the West Asia and fresh foreign fund outflows. In a volatile trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 141.90 points, or 0.19 per cent, to settle at 75,867.80, with 20 of its constituents ending higher and 10 with losses. During the day, it hit a high of 76,224.68 and a low of 75,748.21, gyrating 476.47 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty skidded 6.55 points, or 0.03 per cent, to end at 23,907.15. Sensex had dropped by 479.26 points and Nifty by 118 points on Tuesday. Financials, oil & gas, IT and private banking shares were the major drag while energy, metals, and auto shares advanced, capping the downside. Among 30 Sensex firms, HDFC Bank fell the most by 2.63 per cent. Infosys, ITC, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank were also among the major laggards. Power Grid, Eternal, NTPC and Tata Steel were the major ...
Global power equations to shift further towards energy, critical minerals: Former Vedanta Group CEO
Global power is shifting towards energy security and resource control. Geopolitical tensions are reshaping industrial supply chains. Critical minerals are becoming as vital as oil was. Countries controlling these resources will gain leverage. India must accelerate domestic exploration and build processing ecosystems. Future economic strength depends on securing energy and critical minerals.

Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Balaji Amines shares suge 20%; NLC India up 11%; JSW Steel report today
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Nifty constituents JSW Steel and Tata Motors PV as well as Apollo Tyres, Hindustan Aeronautics, Data Patterns, United Spirits, Vishal Mega Mart are among the companies reporting their numbers today. Bharti Airtel, Bharti Hexacom, DLF, Oil India, among others will also be reacting to their results reported after market hours on Wednesday. Stay tuned for all the Live updates.
Mcap of 4 most valued firms surges by ₹2.20 trn, Reliance biggest winner
The combined market valuation of four of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 2.20 lakh crore in a holiday-shortened last week, with Reliance Industries emerging as the biggest gainer. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex climbed 249.29 points or 0.32 per cent. "Markets ended the week with marginal gains, reflecting a volatile and range-bound trading environment amid mixed global and domestic cues," Ajit Mishra SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. The week began on a positive note, supported by easing geopolitical tensions and steady progress in Q4 earnings, which lifted initial sentiment, he said. However, gains were gradually capped by rising crude oil prices, weak cues from Asian markets, and persistent foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, Mishra added. While Reliance Industries, Bharti Airtel, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Bajaj Finance were the gainers from the pack, HDFC Bank, State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, Larsen & Toubro, Hindustan Unilever and
Govt awarded 172 oil & gas blocks in 10 years, but negligible output brings policy and execution into focus
India's ambitious oil and gas policy has failed to boost domestic production. Despite billions invested and extensive exploration, only one marginal field is producing. Experts question the policy's effectiveness. Geological challenges and a shift in risk to companies deter global investment. The government continues auctions, but state-run firms dominate. This situation highlights India's ongoing dependence on imports.
Stocks in news: Nazara Technologies, IndiGo, Hindustan Zinc, NTPC Green, RIL
Indian markets saw a strong rebound on Tuesday, recovering some losses. Global cues improved and crude oil price worries eased. Several companies are in focus today. Nazara Technologies saw a significant block deal. IndiGo's CEO stepped down. RIL is boosting LPG production. Vedanta calls for unlocking domestic resources. NTPC Green Energy added new solar capacity.
Transwarranty Finance Ltd leads losers in 'B' group
Sanathan Textiles Ltd, JHS Svendgaard Retail Ventures Ltd, Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd and Suraj Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 10 March 2026.