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FY27 Divestment Push: Govt Lines Up OFS In Coal India, LIC, IOB, IRFC
The rollout with be calibrated as per market conditions, with the government keen on easing of volatility before proceeding.
Coal India plans syngas projects near gas-based power, DRI and fertiliser units as gas supply tightens
In a strategic move to bolster energy security, Coal India is gearing up to establish new coal-to-syngas facilities strategically positioned at mine pitheads or close to industrial users. This initiative comes in light of recent global gas supply challenges, prompting the company to actively seek partnerships with developers and industrial off-takers for these innovative projects.
China Coal Mine Explosion Kills 90 In Deadliest Blast Since 2009
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Small-cap stock under ₹50 jumps after these corporate updates
Sindhu Trade Links approved acquisitions and securities issuance to enhance its asset portfolio. The board increased authorized share capital and plans to acquire stakes in Advent Coal Resources and Sainik Mining through share-swap and preference shares.
ITC, Coal India or Hindustan Zinc: Which stock delivered higher FY26 dividend and return on 500 shares - Upstox
ITC, Coal India or Hindustan Zinc: Which stock delivered higher FY26 dividend and return on 500 sharesUpstox
India’s peak power demand hits 271 GW, breaks record for fourth straight day
India's peak power demand neared 271 GW on Thursday, a significant increase driven by intense heat. This marks the fourth consecutive day of record demand. Thermal power met over 62% of the need, with coal supplies monitored. The ministry is assessing trends for future projections. Peak demand in solar hours has been met without issues this week.
SC junks plea against green nod for Adani MP project
The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition challenging forest land diversion for an Adani group coal mining project in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh. The court also rejected a plea against the Madhya Pradesh government's approval. An activist had sought to declare the area an eco-sensitive zone, citing its importance as an elephant corridor and a biodiverse forest.
Wars in West Asia and Ukraine are turning shipping costs into steel sector’s biggest headache
In the face of a daunting 28-30% increase in international freight costs, India's steel sector is at a crossroads. The unrest in West Asia is inflating the cost of coking coal imports, intensifying the financial strain. Yet, domestic production is holding its ground. The industry is pivoting towards enhancing operational resilience and implementing smart cost management to tackle these obstacles.
Deep under China's coal basins, PetroChina is unlocking gas from rocks
China is unlocking a new energy frontier with coal rock gas extracted from deep within its coal basins. This ambitious multi-billion-dollar initiative is set to bolster domestic natural gas production while easing its dependence on foreign imports. With PetroChina predicting vast output by 2035, this strategy could position China as a fortress against global energy volatility.
India’s next big energy bet may come straight from China’s coal handbook
The Strait of Hormuz closure is impacting Asia's chemical industry, pushing India to emulate China's coal-to-chemicals model for energy and food security. Despite domestic coal challenges and technological gaps, India is investing heavily to boost its coal-based chemical production, potentially extending the fossil fuel's demand.
India's core industries grow at 1.7% in Apr-26, Cement production continues to spike
The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increased by 1.7 per cent (provisional) in April, 2026 as compared to the Index in April, 2025. The production of Cement, Steel and Electricity recorded positive growth in April, 2026. The ICI measures the combined and individual performance of production of eight core industries viz. Coal, Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Refinery Products, Fertilizers, Steel, Cement and Electricity. The Eight Core Industries comprise 40.27 percent of the weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). The final growth rate of Index of Eight Core Industries for March 2026 was observed at 1.2 per cent. The cumulative growth rate of ICI during April to March, 2025-26 is 2.7 per cent as compared to the corresponding period of last year.
