IEA projects India's coal demand to rise 17% by 2030, but its share in electricity falls to 60%. Renewables growth and industrial demand reshape the energy landscape. Read the full analysis.
India's coal demand is projected to grow 17% by 2030, reaching 1,522 MT. While renewables slow power sector growth, steel and cement industries will drive consumption. Read the full analysis.
Discover how PSU stocks are delivering dual benefits with strong capital appreciation and dividend yields up to 7%, surpassing traditional fixed deposit rates. Learn about the top performers.
Despite clear causes for 25 years, India's air pollution crisis worsens. Delhi's winter script repeats as solutions are ignored. Read why science is sidelined in the fight for breathable air.
Delhi Pollution Control Committee mandates all eateries to switch to clean fuel tandoors. The ban, under the Air Act, aims to curb emissions as AQI remains poor. Read details.
Tata Power is negotiating to buy stakes from Oman, Kuwait funds & ICICI Ventures in Resurgent Power, aiming for 100% ownership. Deal could solidify its position in India's power sector. Read more.
NTPC CMD Gurdeep Singh sets ambitious 100 MT coal production target for NTPC Mining Ltd at Stratum 2025 conference in Ranchi, emphasizing diversification and tech upgrades.
Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal outlines India's dual strategy: boosting coal capacity to 307 GW by 2035 while pushing for interoperable smart meters to enhance grid efficiency and consumer choice.
Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal outlines India's dual energy strategy: boosting coal capacity to 307 GW by 2035 and ensuring nationwide smart meter interoperability for efficiency.
Union Minister G Kishan Reddy announced the revival of 28 abandoned coal mines, with production starting in two. This move aims to boost energy security and generate massive employment.
Residents of Kabul decry a 50% surge in coal prices amid harsh winter, blaming middlemen and corruption despite Afghanistan's vast domestic reserves. Read more.
New data reveals severe lung impairment & heavy-metal exposure in communities near India's mines. Experts warn of insufficient environmental safeguards. Read more.
After a parliamentary panel flagged under-utilisation, the Coal Ministry vows to fully spend safety funds on AI, biometrics, and modern equipment to curb accidents and regulate unpaid overtime in mines.
Russia agrees to boost market access for Indian goods and deepen cooperation in LNG, LPG, and coal gasification tech. A major win for India-Russia trade ties. Read more.
Two dead, over a dozen hospitalised after toxic gas leak from abandoned Dhanbad mines. District administration and BCCL intensify response. Read about the crisis and relief efforts.
Scheduled power outages will impact Whitefield and Soladevanahalli areas of Bengaluru this Saturday and Sunday. Check the full list of affected localities and timings here.
Russia's Rosatom has delivered a fresh batch of nuclear fuel to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu, ensuring uninterrupted power generation. Read more about this crucial energy partnership.
Two women died after inhaling toxic gas from a fire-affected coal mine in Dhanbad's Kenduadih Rajput Basti. Residents protest, refusing to leave without written rehabilitation assurances. Read the full report.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces the operational start of the state's largest 660 MW supercritical thermal power unit in Sagardighi from December 10, boosting power for 16.7 lakh families and creating 26,000 jobs. Read more.
The Enforcement Directorate conducted its first-ever raids in Meghalaya, targeting entities in a money laundering case linked to illegal coal mining. Details inside.
Violent clashes erupt in Surguja as villagers protest SECL's Amera coal mine expansion. Over 30 police personnel injured in stone-pelting. Details on the land acquisition dispute and ongoing tensions.
Noida's electricity demand is rising by 120 MW yearly, fueled by new residential connections and industrial expansion. The discom is upgrading infrastructure to meet the challenge. Read more.
Hindustan Power inks a Power Supply Agreement with APDCL for 130 MW, boosting Assam's energy security and supporting industrial growth. Read the full details.
Hindustan Power inks a crucial power supply agreement with APDCL for 130 MW, enhancing Assam's electricity infrastructure and supporting regional growth. Read the full story.
As Sensex and Nifty scale new highs, discover four stocks with strong industry dominance that could offer stability. Includes IRCTC, MCX, Coal India, and CAMS. Read for key financials and growth plans.
Punjab's brick kiln industry shrinks from 2,700 to 1,500 units in 3 years. A triple burden of 18% GST on coal, soaring mining royalty & tech upgrades threatens rural jobs & hikes brick prices. Read more.
Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd expands export routes, shipping 3,600 tonnes of liquid coal tar pitch from New Mangalore Port to the Middle East, boosting India's carbon materials trade.
India's industrial output growth plummeted to 0.4% in October 2024, the lowest in over a year, dragged down by power, mining, and manufacturing. Get the full analysis of the key economic data.
India's electricity consumption saw a marginal decline of 0.31% in November 2024, reaching 123.4 billion units. Experts attribute this to reduced use of cooling appliances as winter sets in. Discover the latest power demand trends and future projections.
Climate activists from Rising Tide disrupted Newcastle Harbour shipping lanes with kayaks, leading to 21 arrests. The protest highlights global climate concerns ahead of key summits.