Energy & Petroleum News Today

India's EV adoption reached 12.7% in early 2026-27, driven largely by three-wheelers. However, disparities in charging infrastructure across states highlight an urgent need for rapid nationwide expansion.

ADNOC plans to expand long-term LPG and energy supplies to India, aiming to increase crude storage to 30 million barrels and boost oil production capacity to five million barrels daily by 2027.

Former secretary Dinesh Kumar Ghimire emphasized prioritizing domestic electricity consumption over cross-border exports, noting Nepal's suppressed demand of up to 6,000 megawatts requires urgent transmission and solar infrastructure development.

Coal India denies supply shortages, claiming it exceeded contractual fuel commitments to NTPC, despite the power producer facing critically low coal stocks at several generation plants.

SECI has invited bids for a 4.8 GWh Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy tender featuring a 1,200 MW project with four-hour storage, aiming to supply peak power across India.

SECI issued a tender for a 60 MW solar project in Gaya, Bihar. Bids close November 12, 2026. The project requires domestic cells, 5-year O&M, and strict financial criteria.

Nearly 50 GW of renewable energy projects in India face delays due to transmission bottlenecks. New land compensation guidelines aim to accelerate the 335 GW grid buildout needed by 2030.

SECI invited bids to develop 3.68 MW of rooftop solar projects on NDMC buildings under a 25-year RESCO model with a ceiling tariff of Rs. 5.13/kWh.

MERC disposed of a petition regarding Carbon Minus Energy's 730 MW solar project, leaving timeline extension decisions for its Scheduled Commencement of Supply Date and Financial Closure to the developer and MSEDCL.

US gasoline futures climbed above $3.22 per gallon as market traders carefully evaluated the potential outcomes of a Russia–Ukraine energy ceasefire.