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In 2026, top electric bikes for long office commutes in India include Revolt RV 400, Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2, Royal Enfield Flying Flea C6, Oben Rorr EVO, and OLA Roadster X, offering ranges up to 211 km.

Vietnam's total power capacity reached 93,435 MW by July 2026, driven by rapid clean energy growth. However, the sector faces key challenges including low strategic reserves and high reliance on coal.

Adopting liquid cooling in Indian data centers cuts energy use and saves ?1.04 crore to ?1.64 crore per MW annually, though costs vary based on electricity tariffs, climate, and site infrastructure.

Shaheen Energy and China's Anton Oilfield Services Group signed an MoU for an Rs20 billion investment in Pakistan's gas sector over three to five years, focusing on upstream projects and third-party sales.

Vietnam Refining and Petrochemical Corporation reported strong nine-month results, advanced its Dung Quat refinery expansion, boosted crude production, and transitioned toward green energy initiatives.

Nepal's IPPAN urges Prime Minister Shah to secure long-term electricity trade, resolve Chinese contractor barriers for projects like the 456 MW Upper Tamakoshi, and reform domestic energy policies during his India visit.

Despite expanding renewable capacity to 54%, coal remains India's primary electricity source, supplying 70.1% of the 269.2 GW peak demand due to intermittency challenges and a lack of sufficient storage infrastructure.

The IMF warns that a prolonged Middle East conflict could drive up energy prices, fueling inflation in India, despite projected seven percent growth driven by private consumption and services.

India awarded eight unconventional blocks, tapping into its estimated 2.6 trillion cubic metres of coalbed methane reserves under its latest licensing push led by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.

The Goa Human Rights Commission found no rights violation in smart meter installations, ruling it lawful under the Electricity Act, but recommended giving consumers prior notice before replacing existing meters.