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Anti-dumping duty on electrical steel may push transformer costs, impact grid expansion: GTRI
A potential anti-dumping duty on crucial cold-rolled grain-oriented electrical steel (CRGO) imports could significantly hike transformer manufacturing costs and impede India's ambitious power grid expansion plans. With domestic production meeting less than 10% of demand, imposing duties might raise prices without reducing import reliance, impacting vital infrastructure development and renewable energy integration. The probe follows a complaint by JSW JFE Electrical Steel Nashik Pvt Ltd.
India-bound ships begin Strait of Hormuz transit as US lifts Iran blockade; Chabahar, INSTC in focus
Three cargo ships are now transiting the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a significant shift after the US ended its blockade of Iranian ports and Tehran eased maritime restrictions. This development follows a peace deal, paving the way for India to resume economic ties, including energy trade and the crucial International North South Transport Corridor.
Ashok Leyland, Tata Motors and other CV stocks soar up to 9%. What’s triggering the surge?
US and Iran have reached an initial peace agreement to end their nearly four-month conflict, restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, and ease global energy disruptions. The deal, to be signed in Switzerland on June 19, also covers broader regional issues including Lebanon. This development has boosted market sentiment as oil supply concerns begin to ease.
Notification on blending isobutanol with diesel this year: Road secretary V Umashankar
Speaking at the CII Summit on Friday, road transport and highways secretary V Umashankar said since diesel consumption is almost two times that of petrol consumption, the impact of diesel blending will be far greater on our energy security than even petrol blending. The event saw the launch of a CII Knight Frank Report which said cumulative investments of nearly $360 billion in infrastructure development in the country over the last decade has slashed India’s logistics cost to 10-10.7% of GDP in FY 2026, from 13–14% of GDP a decade ago, translating into estimated annual savings of $123–133 billion for the economy.
JSW Motors ties up Rs 8,000 crore funding from India’s top bank
JSW Motors, part of Sajjan Jindal's business empire, has secured a significant 80 billion rupee funding line. This financial boost from State Bank of India will fuel the development of a new greenfield manufacturing facility in Maharashtra. The venture aims to establish India's first homegrown new energy passenger vehicle brand in decades.
Despite price recovery, Tata Steel postpones UK breakeven by another 12 months amid rising costs
The development underscores Tata Steel’s delicate balancing act in the UK, where it has struggled with structurally higher costs, including energy and logistics, even as market conditions begin to improve.
Ola Electric plans Rs 2,000 cr fundraise for battery arm
Ola Electric is raising up to Rs 2,000 crore by selling a stake in its battery unit, Ola Cell Technologies. This move aims to strengthen its finances and restructure operations. The company's battery plant in Tamil Nadu is set to expand its capacity. This development is crucial for India's domestic EV supply chain and energy storage solutions.
Kolkata Port signs agreement with East Horizon for Rs 260 crore FSRU project at Haldia
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata will soon have a Floating Storage and Regasification Unit at Haldia Dock Complex. East Horizon Pvt Limited will establish this facility. The project involves an investment of approximately Rs 260 crore. This will boost LNG handling capabilities in eastern India. It will also support cleaner energy infrastructure development and strengthen the national gas supply chain.
AGEL spins up 185 MW wind energy project in Gujarat
Adani Green Energy Twenty Five C Limited has commissioned a new 185 MW wind power project in Khavda, Gujarat. This development boosts Adani Green Energy's total operational renewable generation capacity to 17,472.2 MW. The project was planned for operationalisation on February 28, 2026, and power generation commenced on March 1, 2026.
IIFL Home Finance inks $300 million loan pact with ADB
IIFL Home Finance has secured a $300 million loan from the Asian Development Bank to expand affordable housing lending for low-income families, with a special emphasis on women. A portion of the funds will back green-certified, energy-efficient homes, helping address India's substantial housing shortage and extending homeownership to underserved communities nationwide.
Stocks to Watch Today: InterGlobe Aviation, Concord Biotech, NMDC, Lumax Auto Tech, Olectra Greentech, Cyient. Lupin, PB Fintech in focus on 01 June
Stocks to Watch, 1 Jun: InterGlobe Aviation, Gujarat Gas, Concord Biotech, Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency, NMDC, Glenmark Pharma, Olectra Greentech, Lumax Auto Technologies, Inox Wind, PNC Infratech, and Cyient will be in focus on June 1.