Energy & Petroleum News Today

Karnataka received recognition at Windergy India 2026 for leading with 9 gigawatts of wind power projects under implementation, highlighting the state's robust renewable energy strategy and investor support.

A sacked electricity operator shut down a substation's feeders and climbed a pole in protest, leaving hundreds of villages without power for about an hour before officials assured his reinstatement.

Kia Philippines launched the award-winning EV3 electric SUV at Ayala Museum, featuring a 511 km range, 204 PS motor, and an introductory price of 1,868,000 pesos including a wall charger.

To ease soaring fuel prices before midterms, the US issued a sanctions waiver allowing millions of tonnes of Russian diesel imports, despite penalizing other nations for buying Russian energy.

While solar farms drive clean energy growth, research highlights ten significant drawbacks, including agricultural land competition, water strain, hazardous waste, wildlife disruption, dust generation, and lower nearby property values.

Deendayal Port Authority is positioning Kandla as a green fuels and shipping hub, advancing India's Net Zero by 2070 goal through hydrogen projects, methanol bunkering trials, and strategic global partnerships.

A parliamentary committee questioned the energy ministry over slow rooftop solar progress, targeting 4,000MW by February, and demanded explanations regarding high project costs, capacity payments, and domestic fuel mismanagement.

Suzuki announced its new e SKY electric kei car in Japan starting November 16, 2026, priced from 2.12 million yen. It features a 26 kWh battery and a 310 km range. India launch plans remain unannounced.

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways extended the cost escalation compensation for bitumen and diesel in highway projects until 31 December 2026, offering financial relief to contractors amid rising prices.

Electric mobility platform RIDEV opened its 16th hub, expanding its fleet to over 12,000 vehicles in just months to support gig workers with rentals and maintenance.