Energy & Petroleum News Today

India's transparent commercial coal mine auctions have driven domestic production to 210 million tonnes, attracting ₹55,000 crore investments, generating 4.9 lakh jobs, and boosting state revenues.

India proposed a scheme with INR2,584.60 crore outlay targeting 1,500MW of new small hydro power capacity by 2031, aiming to harness its 21GW potential and support remote area energy security.

An overhead electrical equipment failure near Moulali on Sunday night caused power lines to snap over a moving express train. No injuries were reported, and normal train operations have since resumed.

Surging crude oil near $108 per barrel poses a manageable risk for India due to low inflation and $785.7 billion in forex reserves, though prolonged high prices threaten growth, inflation, and fiscal deficit.

An Indian railway group has signed a 110-MW solar power purchase agreement with NLC India, boosting clean energy adoption in the country's transport sector.

India launched an incentive scheme offering cheaper domestic gas to CGD entities for expanding piped natural gas connections, aiming to accelerate clean cooking fuel access across 309 geographical areas.

India's renewable capacity reached 291.7 GW by July 2026, offering diverse entrepreneurial opportunities across solar installations, maintenance, storage, and energy management, tailored to various capital and skill levels.

Indonesian energy company Pertamina maintains oil and gas output while expanding low-carbon businesses, managing 1,932 MW of geothermal capacity to support domestic energy demand and net-zero targets.

India's gas-based power generation surged 80.32% in early September, reaching 1,088.64 million units to meet evening peak shortages caused by constrained hydropower and near-maximum coal plant operations.

The global catalytic reforming catalyst market is projected to grow at a 3–5% CAGR through 2035, driven by refinery expansions in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, and stricter fuel standards.