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Coal India inks JV with UPRVUNL to develop renewable energy projects in Uttar Pradesh
The joint venture company will be incorporated as a private limited company with an initial paid-up capital of ₹10 lakh and an authorised share capital of ₹10 crore. Its registered office will be located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
India refiner Nayara's gasoline sold to Russia via traders, sources say
Indian refiner Nayara Energy's gasoline is reportedly reaching Russia, which faces fuel shortages due to Ukrainian attacks. While Indian Oil Minister stated no direct sales, traders might be facilitating these shipments. Nayara, with a stake held by Russian oil major Rosneft, has been processing exclusively Russian crude and relying on traders for fuel exports since EU sanctions complicated its dealings.
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd spurts 1.49%
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd is quoting at Rs 141.92, up 1.49% on the day as on 12:49 IST on the NSE. The stock is down 4.02% in last one year as compared to a 5.02% drop in NIFTY and a 9.03% drop in the Nifty Energy index.
Nayara Energy cuts petrol price by Rs 5, diesel by Rs 3 amid softening oil prices
Nayara Energy has slashed petrol prices by Rs 5 and diesel by Rs 3 per litre nationwide, marking the first reduction in over two years. This move follows easing West Asian tensions and stabilizing global oil prices. While Nayara reverses its March price hike, state-owned retailers like IOC, BPCL, and HPCL have kept their prices unchanged. This development signals potential relief for consumers as international markets stabilize.
Coal India to invest $201 million in research and development by fiscal 2030
Coal India is set to invest a substantial 19 billion rupees in research and development by 2030, focusing on clean coal, net-zero technologies, and mineral recovery. The state-run miner has already committed significant funds to Indian Institutes of Technology and is overseeing numerous R&D projects. This strategic investment marks a fourfold increase in R&D expenditure for fiscal year 2025, signaling a strong commitment to innovation.
Coal India earmarks ₹1,900 crore for R&D through FY30 amid technology push
Coal India will invest around ₹1,900 crore in research and development by FY30, scaling up prototype development, industry-academia partnerships and global technology collaborations to drive mining innovation and cleaner energy solutions.
Hormuz traffic eases; Iran revives crude supply pitch to India
Maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is normalizing, with most India-bound energy shipments successfully navigating the chokepoint. Iran has signaled its readiness to resume crude oil exports, engaging in discussions with India following the lifting of sanctions. This development could significantly ease energy supplies to India, as Tehran seeks to broaden its customer base beyond China.
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.
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.
30 India-bound ships cross Strait of Hormuz since Iran war began, 26 more await transit
Thirty ships bound for India have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route disrupted by recent geopolitical tensions. An additional 26 vessels are awaiting passage. Among those that transited, a significant portion carried vital energy supplies like LPG and LNG, alongside bulk cargo and crude oil. This development follows a recent agreement, easing concerns over energy imports for India.
Banks boost renewable energy credit by 7% in April amid energy security concerns
Banks are boosting credit to renewable energy projects, with a 7% jump in April, as global conflicts highlight India's reliance on oil. This surge in funding for green energy underscores the nation's commitment to energy transition. Experts note a growing demand for climate finance, urging banks to develop specialized underwriting for sunrise sectors like solar and green hydrogen, which are poised for significant growth.
NLC India inks MoU with Indian Oil Corporation
NLC India has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL) for the formation of a joint venture for the establishment of renewable energy power projects in Tamil Nadu.