Energy & Petroleum News Today

The Telangana government is targeting global investments for its automobile sector, particularly electric vehicles, during the Invest Telangana Global Summit 2026 to enhance manufacturing and infrastructure.

ChargeZone has partnered with Quench Chargers to deploy DC fast chargers across 1,000 new locations in India, aiming to expand its network capacity to 300 MW for electric passenger and commercial vehicles.

TK Group's Super Petrochemical built an unapproved oil refinery in Chattogram with a 35,000-barrel daily capacity, evading massive customs duties and lacking essential government licenses.

India launched the third round of its coal gasification scheme, targeting 100 million tonnes of capacity by 2030 to cut import dependence, backed by significant financial incentives and industry investments.

Persian Gulf investment in Uzbekistan surged to $11.3 billion by mid-2026, driven by major renewable energy and infrastructure projects, making it a leading trading partner in Central Asia.

Despite 425.61 MW of domestic rooftop solar installations in Tamil Nadu, adoption remains low due to mandatory network charges and a lack of compensation for surplus power fed back to the grid.

The District Collector directed officials to ensure fair compensation for farmers affected by land loss due to the construction of 220 KV and 132 KV power lines for new substations by November 30.

India commissions its first two geothermal wells in Ladakh's Puga valley, advancing toward a 1 MW demonstration power project and supporting the nation's 2070 net-zero renewable energy goals.

Delhi launched its first 30-seater all-electric Yamuna river cruise and an eco-tourism hub featuring a musical fountain, food court, and adventure sports to boost sustainable river tourism and mobility.

CMPDI and coal sector officials reviewed the progress of the Underground Coal Gasification pilot project, discussing future operational steps to advance the R&D initiative.