Energy & Petroleum News Today

HERC granted Eleven Power a 25-year distribution licence for Gurugram and Nuh, breaking DHBVNL's monopoly. The private firm committed Rs 4,716.73 crore in investments, facing strong opposition from the state government and unions.

Delhi notified a permanent Winter Pollution Action Plan from November 1 to February 28, introducing 'No PUC, No Fuel' rules, vehicle entry curbs, construction limits, and 50% work-from-home provisions.

Karnataka will secure a 2,000 MW power supply boost from November through exchange arrangements with northern states to counter surging demand and reduced renewable generation, potentially impacting consumer bills.

In August 2026, Namibia imported 65% of its 413,763 MWh electricity supply due to low domestic generation. Meanwhile, officials are advancing the Baynes Binational Hydropower Project to enhance future energy security.

India targets 60% non-fossil capacity by 2035, balancing climate ambitions with power demand, economic growth, and geopolitical uncertainties that challenge grid decarbonisation and clean energy transition.

The Indian Newsprint Manufacturers Association urged PM Modi for higher coal allocation, citing operational challenges, irregular supplies, and high costs due to power sector priority.

Transitioning to shared electric mobility across Indian cities tackles both pollution and congestion, enabling over 2 billion green kilometres while providing accessible livelihoods for the gig workforce without vehicle ownership.

Haryana granted a 25-year electricity distribution licence to Eleven Power for Gurgaon and Nuh, enabling consumer choice and a proposed investment of Rs 4,716.7 crore over five years.

India's rapid EV sales growth faces infrastructure hurdles, with 52,718 public charging stations as of July 2026. A high charger-to-EV ratio of up to 1:235 highlights significant execution, reliability, and investment challenges.

GRP Limited has commenced commercial operations at its 8 MWp solar power plants in Ankleshwar and Panoli, Gujarat, investing ₹2.60 crore to reduce energy costs and promote sustainable manufacturing.