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India importing crude from 40 countries; Argentina is new supplier: Hardeep Puri
New Delhi, February 10: Petroleum minister Hardeep Puri on Monday said that India is open to importing crude oil from all possible sources to meets its demand.
Baltic States synchronise power grids with Europe
Vilnius, Feb 9: Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia synchronised their power grids with Western Europe on Sunday noon, media reported.
Nationwide power outage occurs in Sri Lanka
Colombo, Feb 9: Sri Lankan authorities have been working to restore power following a nationwide outage that occurred on Sunday, the state-owned electricity producer and supplier, Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), announced.
BHEL gets Letter of Intent for renewable energy transmission project in Rajasthan
New Delhi, Feb 9: Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd received a Letter of Intent from Rajasthan Part I Power Transmission Ltd to design and execute the high voltage direct current (HVDC) link along with associated AC substations to transmit renewable energy from Bhadla III (Rajasthan) and Fatehpur (UP), according to a regulatory filing on Sunday.
Nuclear plants to power railways: Ashwini Vaishnaw
New Delhi, Feb 9: The growing power requirements of Indian Railways (IR) are likely to be met with clean and reliable nuclear power, for which the Power Ministry has been approached, said Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
India to prioritize energy infrastructure in capex shift from FY25-30: Report
New Delhi, February 9: India's capital expenditure from FY25-30 is expected to pivot from public-led transport infrastructure to a more balanced investment in energy infrastructure, which includes electricity generation and the integration of power grids for efficient transmission and distribution, according to BNP Paribas report.
India Energy Week 2025 to start from Feb 11, Minister Hardeep Puri to share details at presser tomorrow
New Delhi, February 9: Much-awaited India Energy Week is set to kick off this Tuesday at the Yashobhoomi here in the national capital. Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri will address a press conference on Monday afternoon, where he is expected to share details of India's showpiece annual energy event.
Advantage Assam 2.0: Assam seeks investments in green energy
Guwahati, February 9: Ahead of the major business and investment summit Advantage Assam 2.0, the state is seeking investments in the green energy sector.
Today there's more oil in market than takers: Union Minister Hardeep Puri
New Delhi, February 8: Highlighting that India has diversified its sources of oil supply for cheaper purchases, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said that the country is now importing oil from 39 countries against 27 earlier.
Kaliningrad transitions to independent power operation as Baltic states exit Russian grid
Moscow/Vilnius, Feb 8: The Kaliningrad region, a Russian enclave bordered by the Baltic states, has transitioned to independent power operation following the withdrawal of Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia from the unified energy ring with Russia and Belarus, Russian authorities announced on Saturday.
India's oil demand to peak later than in other major economies: S&P Global Commodity Insights
New Delhi, February 8: India's refined crude demand will peak later than in other major economies, placing the country in the spotlight driving this demand, according to S&P Global Commodity Insights.
Reducing coal imports, boosting domestic production key focus: Minister
New Delhi, Feb 8: The government has reiterated that reducing coal imports and increasing domestic production is the key focus, as the coal sector remains a cornerstone of India's energy security, playing a vital role in the country's industrial and economic growth.
IEA, OPEC will share insights on oil market during India Energy Week
New Delhi, February 7: International Energy Agency (IEA) is set to share insights on the India's oil and gas sector during the 3rd edition of India Energy Week (IEW) next week here in the national capital.
India achieves 100 GW solar power capacity, on track for 2030 target
New Delhi, February 7: India has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing 100 GW of installed solar power capacity, reinforcing its position as a global leader in renewable energy
India hits 100 GW solar power capacity milestone, local manufacturing surges
New Delhi, Feb 7: In a testament to the nation's commitment to a cleaner, greener future, India has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing 100 GW of installed solar power capacity, reinforcing its position as a global leader in renewable energy, the government said on Friday.
Indian start-ups will showcase their innovations in India Energy Week
New Delhi, February 6: Indian Start-ups will showcase their innovations to over 70,000 energy professionals from 120 countries in the India Energy Week (IEW) Scheduled to be held on February 11-14 at Yashobhoomi, Delhi.
India accelerates clean energy transition with Amazon's investments, aims for 50% non-fossil fuel power by 2030
New Delhi, February 6: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday emphasized India's leadership in global clean energy transition as the country's journey towards a clean energy future received a significant boost with Amazon announcing investments in three new wind energy projects.
USIBC delegation to strengthen US-India partnership at India Energy Week 2025
New Delhi, Feb 6: The US-India Business Council (USIBC) on Thursday said it will lead a high-level delegation to 'India Energy Week 2025' this month, which is slated to be the world's second largest energy event.
India, UK bolster joint action plan to boost Green Hydrogen transition
New Delhi Feb 6: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), in collaboration with the British Standards Institution (BSI) and the UK government's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), held a two-day standards partnership workshop on Green Hydrogen here, with the objective to strengthen India-UK cooperation on hydrogen standardisation through Green Hydrogen Production & Regulations, according to an official statement issued on Thursday.
India's solar cell capacity poised for 5-fold jump to 55 GW by 2026-27
New Delhi, Feb 6: India's solar cell manufacturing capacity is set to touch 50-55 GW by fiscal year 2027, up five-fold from 10 GW at the end of fiscal 2024, propelled by the government's policy thrust to reduce imports of cells and modules, according to a Crisil Ratings report released on Thursday.
Adani Green Restricted Group 1's outlook revised to 'positive' from 'stable': Crisil
New Delhi, Feb 6: Reflecting strong revenue visibility, Crisil Ratings has revised its outlook for long-term bank facilities and non-convertible debentures of Adani Green Restricted Group 1 (RG) to "positive" and reaffirmed the rating at 'Crisil AA+'.
Govt continues to push solar sector, budgetary allocation hiked 60 pc this year: Jefferies
New Delhi February 6: The government continues the push for the solar sector in the FY26 Budget, with a year-on-year (YoY) rise of over 60 per cent to Rs 242 billion (24,200 cr), according to a report by Jefferies.
Assam generating 24 MW solar energy under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: CM Sarma
Guwahati, Feb 6: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Thursday that solar panels installed on the rooftops of households under the ambitious scheme of the Central government's PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana have been generating 24 MW of electricity across the state.
For First Time in Israel: Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles on Urban Lighting Infrastructure
Jerusalem, February 6: The city of Jerusalem, in cooperation with the Ministries of Energy and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Jerusalem and Israeli Tradition, and through Eden, the Jerusalem Economic Development Company, inaugurated an innovative project that allows for the utilization of the electricity pole infrastructure spread across the city to add charging sockets for electric vehicles.
Israel Signs Energy Agreement with Ethiopia
Jerusalem, February 6: Israel's Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Eli Cohen signed an agreement with his Ethiopian counterpart, the Minister of Energy and Water of Ethiopia Habtamu Itefa Geleta, to promote cooperation between the countries in the fields of energy, water and innovation. Ethiopia has a population of 130 million, and its economy is one of the largest in Africa.
Carbon capture industry promotion bill to take effect this week: South Korea
Seoul, Feb 6: A bill on promoting the carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) industry will take effect this week, the government said on Thursday, amid growing demand for eco-friendly technologies to tackle climate change.
Gujarat: Cabinet lauds state's tableau winning popular choice award in Republic Day Parade for 3 consecutive years
Gandhinagar, February 5: The trophies awarded to Gujarat's tableaux for winning the Popular Choice category in the Republic Day Parade for three consecutive years--2023, 2024, and 2025--were presented during a State Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, said a statement from Gujarat CMO.
Himachal CM lays foundation for north India's first green hydrogen plant
Shimla, Feb 5: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for north India's first 1 MW green hydrogen plant at Dabhota in Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district.
Clean cooking ministerial to be held on sidelines of India Energy Week 2025
New Delhi, February 5: On the sidelines of the much-awaited India Energy Week 2025 conference from February 11-14, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas will host a 'Clean Cooking Ministerial'.
Israelis can now find out how much money they can make renting their rooves for solar power
Tel Aviv, February 5: Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Israel Mapping Center are launched for the general public what they called a "groundbreaking tool" on an international scale that allows you to calculate the potential for solar energy production on your roof and the expected income from the sale of electricity.
Himachal CM holds budget priority meeting with MLAs, discusses development priorities
Shimla, February 5: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday held discussions regarding the development priorities of MLAs from Hamirpur, Una and Sirmaur districts during the second and final session of the second day of MLA priority meetings.
Union Minister Hardeep Puri holds talks with Russian Energy Minister Sergei Tysvilev on strengthening cooperation
New Delhi, February 5: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, held talks with Sergei Tysvilev, the Minister of Energy of Russia, on Tuesday.
Uttarakhand CM approves installation of 500 solar streets in disaster-prone areas
Dehradun, February 4: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has given the green light for the installation of 500 solar streets in disaster-prone and rural areas, including Khair Mansingh, Dron Dwara, Theva Maldevta, Asthal, and Akhandwali Bhilang, with a budget of Rs. 28.69 lakh, on Tuesday. This initiative is expected to provide a major boost to the state's renewable energy sector.
South Korea to invest $88.6 mn won for technologies to achieve carbon neutrality
Seoul, Feb 5: The government will spend 129.3 billion won ($88.6 million) this year to support projects aimed at developing technologies that will help achieve carbon neutrality and ensure a stable supply of energy, the industry ministry said on Wednesday.
Norway's Labour Party rules alone for first time in 25 years
Oslo, Feb 4: The Norwegian Labour party is governing alone for the first time in 25 years, with the country's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store presenting his new government on Tuesday.
Tata Power posts 10 pc jump in Q3 net profit at Rs 1,188 crore
Mumbai, Feb 4: Tata Power on Tuesday reported a robust 10 per cent increase in net profit to Rs 1,188 crore for the Oct-Dec quarter of the current financial year compared to the corresponding figure of Rs 1,076 crore in the same period of 2023-24.
New Zealand research looks to underground hydrogen
Wellington, Feb 4: A New Zealand research is modelling the injection, storage and extraction of 10,000 tonnes of underground hydrogen at a natural gas storage site in Taranaki of the North Island.
Welspun New Energy commits Rs 13,500 crore worth projects in Odisha
New Delhi, February 4: Welspun New Energy, the green energy infrastructure arm of Welspun World, has signed a Rs 13,500 crore Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Odisha government for projects in the eastern state.
10 Russian exhibitors participating in India Energy Week
New Delhi, February 4: Around 10 exhibitors from Russia will participate in the India Energy Week (IEW), the second largest energy event globally, officials told ANI.
Operating profits of offshore rig operators to surge by 30-35 per cent in 2025-26: Crisil
New Delhi, Feb 4: Indian offshore rig operators will see their operating profits surge 30-35 per cent in the next financial year, after a 25-30 per growth in the current fiscal year, according to a Crisil Ratings report released on Tuesday.