Energy & Petroleum News Today

Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde champions ethanol production to achieve India's energy independence, boost the rural economy, and reduce carbon emissions, targeting 100% flex-fuel engines with central subsidies.

The Power Ministry directed coal-based captive plants to maximize generation to bridge a 7,717 MW energy shortage during non-solar hours, while successfully meeting daytime demand of over 267 GW.

Indian Railway Finance Corporation signed a ₹4,200 crore loan pact with Damodar Valley Corporation to finance renewable energy projects in Jharkhand and West Bengal, supporting India's sustainable energy transition.

Uttar Pradesh's EV Subsidy Portal facilitates direct-benefit transfers for electric vehicle purchases under the 2022 policy, with over Rs 210 crore disbursed by July 2026 to encourage green mobility adoption.

India faces a nationwide power shortage in September, with peak demand hitting 269 GW. The crisis is driven by coal supply gaps and low monsoon water, threatening the upcoming festive season.

Sri Lanka's opposition accuses the government of undermining the solar power sector through policy changes and tariff cuts, threatening investments while allegedly favoring fuel and thermal power generation.

Tata Motors has expanded its Battery-as-a-Service scheme across its entire six-model electric vehicle range, reducing upfront prices by Rs 2.30 lakh to Rs 7.30 lakh depending on the model.

India has successfully navigated crude oil and natural gas supply disruptions caused by the West Asia crisis and Strait of Hormuz issues, insulating itself from global energy market turbulence.

Between 2000 and 2020, India's coal-driven electricity demand surged, increasing urban PM2.5-related deaths from 670,000 to 870,000, despite declining household air pollution risks.

India should adopt European-style entry-exit systems, transparent capacity auctions, and market-based balancing to integrate its fragmented gas infrastructure and build a liquid national market.