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ONGC to undertake 1.75 MMT strategic oil reserve expansion at Mangaluru
ONGC approved a 1.75 MMT strategic petroleum reserve expansion at Mangaluru. This project will add significant storage capacity to India's energy security network. India is strengthening its reserves after recent global supply chain disruptions. Additional SPR facilities are also being developed in Odisha and Karnataka. This increases India's total oil storage capacity to approximately seventy-four days.
India's market outlook is improving as earnings recover, says IME Capital founder
IME Capital Founder & CEO Ashi Anand believes India's market outlook is improving as corporate earnings recover and domestic inflows remain strong. He said the biggest near-term risk is a rise in oil prices due to geopolitical tensions, adding that crude staying around $70 a barrel or lower would support growth, inflation and interest rates. Anand is also positive on companies linked to the electricity supply chain, saying AI-led data center investments are creating a long-term demand opportunity for power equipment. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Maersk places order for 1,000 shipping containers with DCM Shriram Group
Global shipping giant AP Moller-Maersk has ordered 1,000 more India-made shipping containers from DCM Shriram Group. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal unveiled the first such container, marking a significant step towards self-reliance in maritime manufacturing. This partnership is set to boost India's global supply chain presence and manufacturing capabilities, supported by government initiatives promoting domestic production.
Industrial park operator Ganesh Industrial to invest Rs 600 crore in NCR parks
Kolkata's Ganesh Industrial Complex is investing Rs 600 crore in new industrial parks across Delhi-NCR, targeting highway-adjacent locations. The company plans to develop around 110 acres in Haryana, leveraging strong demand from manufacturing and warehousing sectors. Ganesh Complex focuses on outright plot sales, creating integrated industrial ecosystems for clients like Amazon and Reliance, aiming for faster project execution and supply chain efficiencies in this key growth market.
India's June crude imports hit record high as Russian supplies surge despite West Asia tensions
India's crude oil imports hit a record 4.93 million barrels per day in June, bolstered by substantial purchases from Russia, which solidified its role as the top supplier. This surge underscores India's robust supply chain resilience amidst global geopolitical tensions. Analysts highlight proactive diversification and procurement strategies as key to maintaining these strong inflows, ensuring refiners are well-positioned for future needs.
Asia's crude oil imports tick up in June but uncertainty reigns
Asia's crude oil imports saw a slight June uptick but remain near decade lows, impacted by the Iran conflict disrupting Middle East shipments. Despite a modest recovery, volumes are significantly down from pre-war levels, with the Strait of Hormuz's uncertain future and China's reduced buying adding to market volatility. Refined product prices remain elevated, hinting at ongoing supply chain adjustments.
Govt targets solar, hydrogen components to cut import dependence
India is boosting domestic manufacturing across solar, green hydrogen, and wind energy sectors to curb import reliance. Key focus areas include solar inverters, electrodes, catalysts, bipolar plates, and polysilicon. This strategic move aims to strengthen the supply chain for critical components, addressing current import dependencies and fostering long-term cost competitiveness for India's burgeoning renewable energy industry.
Oil, AI and chips: The new resource race redrawing markets and nations
The leap to a $5 trillion valuation for Nvidia underscores a dramatic paradigm shift: semiconductors have become the driving force of global economic prowess, akin to oil in previous centuries. With nations such as Taiwan and South Korea emerging through powerhouses like TSMC and Samsung, the future prosperity relies heavily on mastering the semiconductor supply chain as AI technology evolves, reshaping national strength and financial stability.
India's pharma supply chain remains 65 per cent dependent on China for critical inputs: NITI Aayog
India's pharmaceutical sector, despite being the "pharmacy of the world," faces significant reliance on China for raw materials, with nearly 65% of APIs and intermediates sourced from there. NITI Aayog's report highlights supply chain vulnerabilities and calls for moving up the value chain by fostering innovation and industry-academia collaboration. This strategic shift aims to boost high-value product development and capture a larger global market share.
Realtors eye margin relief as US-Iran peace deal raises hopes of lower fuel costs
A potential peace deal between the US and Iran offers hope for India's real estate and construction sectors. Developers are watching oil prices closely. A ceasefire could lower crude oil costs, easing supply chain worries. This may gradually reduce construction expenses and improve project margins. Stability in the Gulf region could also boost housing demand from non-resident Indians.
HVR Solar signs global MoUs to set up 1.2 GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing facility in Uttar Pradesh
HVR Solar Ltd is establishing a 1.2 GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing line in Uttar Pradesh through strategic MoUs signed at SNEC PV Power Expo 2026. Partnering with global technology providers, the facility aims to boost India's domestic renewable energy supply chain, reduce import reliance, and create over 500 local jobs.
Govt publishes rules for setting up coal exchanges to boost transparency
The government on Tuesday said it has published rules for setting up coal exchanges, a move aimed at bringing transparency and efficiency to the country's coal trading ecosystem and modernising the supply chain. Coal exchanges are expected to enable transparent, market-driven price discovery, boost efficiency and give coal producers - including commercial and captive miners - easier access to a wider pool of buyers. Public sector players can also use the platform to increase market participation. "The recently enacted Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2025 introduced the concept of a mineral exchange and empowered the central government to promote transparent and efficient trading of minerals, including coal and its processed forms. In pursuance of the above, the Coal Exchange Rules, 2026 have been published by the Ministry of Coal in the Official Gazette on June 4," the coal ministry said in a statement. The ministry has already designated the Coal ...