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Adani Total Gas shares soar nearly 40% in just 2 days! What’s triggering the rally despite weak market?
Shares of Adani Total Gas rose sharply on Thursday, extending a two-day rally after the government issued the Natural Gas (Supply Regulation) Order, 2026, to prioritise gas supplies to essential sectors amid Middle East conflict-driven disruptions. The move follows LNG shipment issues through the Strait of Hormuz, while supply concerns continue to roil energy markets.
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.
Nomura retains confidence in Indian steel cos; Tata, JSW among top picks
Among sector players, Nomura has maintained Buy recommendations on Tata Steel with a target price of ₹220 per share, JSW Steel at ₹1,340, Jindal Steel at ₹1,280, and Lloyds Metals & Energy at ₹1,600
Iran sought permission for docking of 3 ships in Indian ports; approval granted: Jaishankar
India permitted three Iranian ships to dock at its ports. One vessel, IRIS LAVAN, docked in Kochi on March 4. This humane gesture was appreciated by Iran. The move comes amid rising tensions in the Indian Ocean following the sinking of an Iranian warship. India remains committed to ensuring the nation's energy security amidst global disruptions.
Avoid OMCs; prefer defence and summer plays: Chola Securities
Dharmesh Kant, Head of Research at Chola Securities, says oil marketing companies remain largely avoidable as they are cyclical, commodity-linked businesses with limited long-term wealth creation potential, especially as renewable energy gains share. He advises selective buying in market declines, favouring defence stocks like BEL and HAL and summer-linked plays such as LG Electronics and Blue Star. Kant also sees corrections in InterGlobe Aviation as a potential long-term buying opportunity despite near-term volatility.
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.
Nayara Energy lawsuit against SAP over software service halt in Delhi HC next week
Nayara Energy is taking SAP India to the Delhi High Court. SAP suspended critical software services for Nayara, citing European Union sanctions. Nayara argues its contract is with SAP India, an Indian company, and not subject to foreign sanctions. The court will hear the case next week. This dispute highlights foreign law impacting Indian operations and energy security.
Global oil markets on edge as West Asia unrest triggers new energy shockwave
Crude oil prices have surged to near one-year highs as escalating conflict in West Asia threatens key supply routes, particularly the Strait of Hormuz. Rising geopolitical risks, refinery disruptions and tanker delays are pushing prices higher, raising inflation concerns and creating economic vulnerabilities for major Asian importers, including India, China, Japan and South Korea.
Oil and gas prices rapidly rise as Iran war shows no signs of letting up
Oil prices have surged after the US–Israel attacks on Iran escalated into a wider Middle East war, disrupting energy supplies and shipping in the region. Tankers carrying about 20 million barrels of oil a day are stranded in the Persian Gulf due to safety risks around the Strait of Hormuz, while damage to oil and gas facilities has further tightened supply.
Gainers & Losers: Indigo, Paras Defence among 7 big movers on Wednesday
Indian markets tumbled as the Iran-Israel war escalated, dragging energy stocks lower. Nifty and Sensex fell sharply, while select stocks like Coal India and Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar bucked the trend.
Industrial users stare at propane, natural gas shortage after Qatar halted production
Indian industries face potential propane and natural gas shortages. Qatar has halted liquefied natural gas production following a drone attack. This impacts industrial customers, though household piped natural gas supplies remain unaffected. Companies are monitoring the situation closely. Global energy prices and shipping costs are also rising.
India's Edible Oil, Fertiliser Imports At Risk From US-Iran Conflict, Warns Industry
Rising crude oil prices could compound the pressure, given the linkage between energy costs, logistics and global biofuel markets.