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Non-installation of vapour recovery system: NGT dismisses BPCL's appeal against Rs 1 crore fine
The National Green Tribunal has rejected Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited's appeal against a Rs 1 crore environmental fine. BPCL failed to install a vapour recovery system in its storage terminals by the March 2024 deadline. The tribunal upheld the Central Pollution Control Board's order, noting the Supreme Court's directive on the matter.
HPCL, BPCL, IOC shares in focus as oil crosses $100 again: Iran’s new supreme leader warns Strait of Hormuz to remain shut
Shares of HPCL, BPCL and IOC are likely to remain in focus as crude oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel again amid escalating Iran Israel US tensions. Iran’s leadership warned the Strait of Hormuz could remain closed, raising concerns about supply disruption and potential margin pressure for Indian oil marketing companies.
Watch | Higher crude supports upstream oil stocks, downstream outlook weak: Probal Sen
ICICI Securities energy analyst Probal Sen said crude prices around $75 per barrel are unlikely to trigger windfall taxes, supporting upstream companies such as Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) and Oil India. However, he expects near-term pressure on downstream and gas companies as rising liquified natural gas (LNG)-linked input costs could impact margins. Sen remains cautious on the sector over the next three to six months but maintains a constructive long-term view on Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) and city gas distributors.
Bharat Petroleum sets up Singapore arm to expand global energy trading
The subsidiary has been set up to establish a trading desk for trading in crude oil, natural gas, petroleum and other petrochemical products, along with associated activities.
OMC stocks rally up to 3.5% as crude cools; HPCL, IOC, BPCL lead gains, Reliance jumps over 3%
The Nifty Oil & Gas index outperformed the broader rally, while the Nifty Energy index also gained, reflecting strength across upstream, downstream and gas-linked companies. OMC stocks led the gains, while other oil & gas shares also traded higher.