Energy & Petroleum News Today

Tamil Nadu's rooftop solar scheme received 30,000 new applications via a single-window portal, aiming for 1 lakh installations, though delivery speed and net-metering efficiency remain key implementation tests.

The Nagaland government has issued a tender for detailed exploration activities in the Dibuia Coal Block under electrical works, with the submission deadline set for November 26, 2026.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Reliance's Jamnagar refinery, the world's largest, highlighting India's refining prowess amid tight US diesel inventories and shifting global crude dynamics.

East Asia's LNG costs are projected to rise 9.7% in 2026, reaching $256.3b due to Gulf supply disruptions, despite oil-linked contracts cushioning buyers from severe spot-market price volatility.

India's solar manufacturing industry faces domestic sourcing uncertainty, U.S. trade restrictions, and Chinese competition, while companies like Saatvik expand into inverters, batteries, BESS, and transformers amid cell availability challenges.

In Q3 2026, India's installed solar capacity reached 174.8 GW, accounting for 57.7% of the renewable energy mix and marking a significant 39.7% year-over-year growth, reinforcing solar's dominance in the sector.

Singapore's Minister Tan See Leng stated that the recent reduction in gas supplies from Indonesia impacts less than 2% of Singapore's total daily gas demand.

Hedge funds and money managers raised their net-long bets on ICE Brent futures during the week ending October 20, indicating increased bullish sentiment among market speculators.

Hyderabad's ₹5,756-crore underground power cabling project will begin next year. The two-year first phase covers 11 divisions, replacing overhead lines with underground cables to improve safety and power reliability.

Reliance Industries' openness to collaborating with U.S. energy companies signals a potential shift in India's energy alliances away from Russia, boosting strategic bilateral ties despite recent tariff pressures.