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In August 2026, the Indian Energy Exchange achieved its highest-ever monthly electricity traded volume of 13,938 million units, marking a 20.2% year-on-year growth driven by rising market prices.

India's average retail sugar price dropped 3.85% to ₹62.57/kg following government measures like allowing imports and tightening stockholding norms, though prices remain 27% higher than last month.

New Mangalore Port Authority achieved a milestone by handling its first-ever export of 31,500 tonnes of steel grade pig iron to Kenya, as overall cargo handling grew by 11.13 percent.

Crude oil prices fell globally, with Brent at $95.17 and WTI at $90.74, following US strikes on Iranian rocket and radar systems and a 4.5 million barrel drop in US commercial inventories.

Bangladesh faces severe energy crises driven by fossil fuel reliance. Adopting 98 kW agrivoltaics balances solar expansion, food security, and agricultural livelihoods, offering a sustainable alternative to conflict-ridden land acquisition.

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy inaugurated a Steel Flyover, blamed opposition for Musi Project hurdles, announced metro expansions, and sanctioned Rs 25 crore for development works, emphasizing unity and growth.

Civic and power authorities inspected the KBR Park flyover project in Hyderabad to coordinate utility shifting, road widening, and traffic management, focusing on underground cabling and infrastructure development.

Telangana is fast-tracking the Adilabad and Mamnoor airport projects to boost regional connectivity. Tenders for Mamnoor are expected within two weeks, with foundation work planned by December.

WeWork India approved a 10 MWp captive solar plant in Karnataka, targeting FY27 commissioning to supply clean energy to ten Bengaluru centres and raise renewable electricity share to 50%.

Meta is rolling out a bill payment feature on WhatsApp in India, allowing users to pay thousands of utility and financial bills across 30 categories using UPI, debit, and credit cards.