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• MoC proposes to operationalize 20 new mines in FY26

  13 Jun 2025

  June 12: Ministry of Coal (MoC) has proposed to operationalize more than 20 new mines with an aggregate of over 80 million tons per annum (mtpa) during 2025-26 (FY26), which includes coal PSUs, commercial and captive mines, according to a BSE filing. . ...Read More

• L&T wins major orders for power transmission, distribution biz

  11 Jun 2025

  The Power Transmission & Distribution (PT&D) business vertical of Larsen & Toubro has won new grid infrastructure orders in India and abroad, according to a company. . ...Read More

• Tata Power arm crosses 4 GW of solar module production at Tamil Nadu facility

  11 Jun 2025

  TP Solar Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) and the manufacturing arm of The Tata Power Company Limited (Tata Power) has announced that it has crossed 4 gigawatts (GW) solar module manufacturing at its Tamil Nadu plant, according to a company release. . ...Read More

• GMDC to add 6 new lignite mines by FY28

  11 Jun 2025

  With the vision of significantly boosting our production capacity to meet the state’s future energy demands Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation will be launching six new lignite mines duirng 2025-26 (FY26) to 2027-28 (FY28) across Gujarat, according to a BSE filing. . ...Read More

• South Eastern Coalfields Limited plans to become net zero by 2030

  10 Jun 2025

  South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has taken up a major responsibility of becoming net zero by 2030, along with humongous task of meeting energy needs of the country by causing least damage to the environment. . ...Read More

• After 3 decades, Punjab to add 1600 MW thermal plant units in public sector

  10 Jun 2025

  t present, the state has 2,300 MW power generation capacity under public sector undertakings, while 3,380 MW is under private sector. . ...Read More

• JK Cement acquires 60% stake in Saifco Cements

  10 Jun 2025

  In a move to expand its reach in northern part of India, JK Cement has acquired 60 percent equity stake in Saifco Cements Private Limited for Rs 149.79 crore, according to a BSE filing. . ...Read More

• China’s Coal Power Plant Approvals Rebound

  06 Jun 2025

  After last year’s first annual decline in coal power plant approvals since 2021, the Chinese pipeline of newly-approved coal-fired electricity generation rebounded in early 2025, Greenpeace East Asia said in new research on Thursday. . ...Read More

• China and India lead modest revival in Asia thermal coal imports

  06 Jun 2025

  Thermal coal imports in Asia show signs of recovery. Lower prices attract major buyers like China and India. China's Australian coal imports rise recently. India's imports increase from Indonesia and Russia. Russian coal becomes competitive. Overall, declining prices may increase demand. Sustained low prices are crucial for continued importer interest. The market watches closely for further developments. . ...Read More

• Indonesia's coal exports dip on weak demand

  04 Jun 2025

  Indonesia's coal exports dropped 6.43% to 160 million tons during January-April, according to the Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry. . ...Read More

• CIL draws up Rs 16,000-crore capex plan for FY26, bets big on RE, thermal power

  04 Jun 2025

  Coal India plans a Rs 16,000 crore capex for FY26 focusing on coal production, renewable energy, and thermal power. Targets 875 MT coal output, 3 GW solar capacity by 2028, and advances coal gasification, pumped storage, and critical minerals to diversify and boost sustainable growth. . ...Read More

• India’s Fifth Round of Critical Mineral Auction: Major Wins for Coal India, Oil India, Hindustan Zinc, & NLC India

  03 Jun 2025

  The auction also marks India’s first-ever successful auction of a potash block, a milestone that is expected to significantly impact the agriculture sector by reducing the reliance on imports. . ...Read More

• Glencore consolidates global coal portfolio in Australian entity

  03 Jun 2025

  (May 30): Mining and trading house Glencore plc consolidated its global portfolio of coal and ferroalloy assets under one company registered in Australia, according to its annual report lodged with the country’s regulator. . ...Read More

• India delivers 24x7 power at ₹6/kWh, cheaper than coal — Study flags AI investme ..

  03 Jun 2025

  New Delhi: Solar-plus-storage systems in India can now deliver round-the-clock electricity at under ₹6/kWh, cheaper than coal and insulated from inflation for 25 years, according to a study by the India Energy and Climate Center (IECC) at the University of California, Berkeley. The study highlights how declining storage costs and policy innovations have enabled India to offer fixed-price electricity, potentially reshaping its industrial and data infrastructure sectors. . ...Read More

• China’s 15% Tariff on American Coal: Why the Impact Will Be Likely Be Minimal

  13 Feb 2025

  China recently announced a 15% tariff increase on American coal imports in response to President Trump’s imposition of a 10% tariff increase on Chinese goods. This is leading some analysts to speculate about the potential ramifications for the U.S. coal industry. . ...Read More