Energy & Petroleum News Today

CNG has surpassed diesel, capturing 21.98% of India's passenger vehicle sales in FY2026. Driven by lower running costs, CNG is emerging as the preferred affordable alternative for high-mileage users.

India's next energy challenge is infrastructure, not generation. To integrate 500 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2030, India needs massive investments in transmission, storage, and grid stability to meet rising demand.

A prolonged El Nino threatens power supplies and raises bills as extreme heat strains plants and reduces hydro output, pushing WESM prices near P20/kWh and creating earnings upside for power generators.

India has a significant opportunity to develop marine biomass into cleaner maritime fuels, reducing shipping emissions and supporting sustainable growth through strategic investments in biorefineries, infrastructure, and policy frameworks.

Jakson Green Vehicles selected Dassault Systèmes' 3DExperience cloud platform to streamline electric vehicle design, enhance virtual validation, accelerate product development, and reduce manufacturing costs.

Datakrew and Gaadin Technologies partnered to integrate EV battery and vehicle telemetry with charging infrastructure management across international markets, enhancing fleet and energy optimization.

Keralam will source up to 300 MW of power from NTPC's Sinnar project at Rs 5.18 per unit. The state also finalized timelines for major battery storage and solar projects to meet rising energy demand.

Dilip Buildcon secured PNGRB authorization to develop an ₹1,800 crore Paradip-Raipur LPG pipeline through a wholly-owned SPV, featuring a 36-month construction window and a 25-year exclusive operating period.

Tata Power-DDL is providing temporary electricity connections within 24 hours for festive events in North Delhi, alongside conducting safety inspections of electrical infrastructure to prevent hazards.

Nepal faces severe LP gas shortages due to zero storage capacity and transport disruptions. The government is exploring reforms, commercial pricing, and security agency involvement, sparking debates with activists and industrialists.