Energy & Petroleum News Today

State-owned NMDC will launch commercial thermal coal production by the October-December period, targeting sales of approximately 1 million tonnes of dry fuel within fiscal year 2027.

Madhya Pradesh introduced a 5 paise per kVArh reactive power compensation framework for renewable generators starting November 2026, featuring annual escalations to enhance grid stability.

Argentina’s YPF has contracted Axens to implement a 5,000 m³/day low-sulphur diesel hydrotreater using Prime-D technology, utilizing a modular construction approach to cut the project schedule by six months.

European petrol and diesel pump prices remain high, adding to inflation, primarily driven by limited refining capacity and disrupted trade flows rather than record crude oil prices.

The Americas enter their peak diesel demand season with exceptionally thin inventory buffers, raising significant supply concerns as the region heads into its most fuel-intensive stretch of the year.

China's rapid clean energy surge and EV adoption are meeting rising electricity demand while displacing coal and oil, with thermal generation falling 0.7% in 2025 and fossil fuel use shrinking across sectors.

The state capital secured the top rank in Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026, achieving a 47% drop in PM10 levels over eight years through massive green initiatives, waste management, and electric vehicle adoption.

In India, alternative energy vehicles—including CNG, hybrids, and electrics—surpassed petrol vehicles for the first time, driving an 18% surge in August retail sales to 2.42 million units.

Seven leading energy giants are driving India's industry by boosting domestic oil and gas production, expanding fuel networks, and investing heavily in cleaner technologies like biofuels, hydrogen, and EV infrastructure.

Rajasthan is boosting crude oil production from 52,000 to 80,000 barrels per day using advanced technologies in the Thar desert, enhancing India's domestic energy security and reducing import dependency.