# energypathnews.com


## Posts

- [Reserve Bank of India opens special dollar window for state-run oil marketing companies](https://energypathnews.com/reserve-bank-of-india-opens-special-dollar-window-for-state-run-oil-marketing-companies/): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) opens a designated foreign exchange window to fulfill the complete daily dollar requirements of state-run oil refiners, according to an official statement issued by the central bank.
- [KEC International bags ₹1,014 crore orders for power transmission](https://energypathnews.com/kec-international-bags-%e2%82%b91014-crore-orders-for-power-transmission/): The order expands the company’s work in power transmission infrastructure linked to renewable energy.
- [Adani Green’s operational capacity rises 24% to 20,763 MW in H1 FY27](https://energypathnews.com/adani-greens-operational-capacity-rises-24-to-20763-mw-in-h1-fy27/): The company said its operational portfolio powered more than 4.4 million homes and helped avoid 17.5 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions during the six-month period ended September 30, 2026.
- [Transmission delays, not excess capacity, driving renewable power curtailment, says MNRE secretary](https://energypathnews.com/transmission-delays-not-excess-capacity-driving-renewable-power-curtailment-says-mnre-secretary/): Renewable energy secretary Santosh Kumar Sarangi says faster transmission expansion and battery storage are key to reducing power curtailment.
- [PM Modi to launch ₹13,000 crore projects across Tamil Nadu on October 11](https://energypathnews.com/pm-modi-to-launch-%e2%82%b913000-crore-projects-across-tamil-nadu-on-october-11/): According to an official press release by the Prime Minister’s Office, the projects include the Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch of the second phase of the Chennai Metro Rail Project, built at a cost of around ₹4,900 crore, and national highway works worth around ₹3,700 crore.
- [Andhra Pradesh targets over ₹50,000 crore in investments at Orvakal industrial hub](https://energypathnews.com/andhra-pradesh-targets-over-%e2%82%b950000-crore-in-investments-at-orvakal-industrial-hub/): Minister for industries, commerce and food processing TG Bharath announced the massive investment pipeline.
- [Gujarat's Modhera expands solar-powered living to green mobility](https://energypathnews.com/gujarats-modhera-expands-solar-powered-living-to-green-mobility/): Modhera, known as India's first 24x7 solar-powered village, is extending its clean-energy initiative towards green mobility, with residents adopting electric vehicles and solar-powered charging infrastructure supporting the transition.
- [ROSATOM and IIT Bombay launch 'Atomic Hack India 2026' to solve energy grid challenges](https://energypathnews.com/rosatom-and-iit-bombay-launch-atomic-hack-india-2026-to-solve-energy-grid-challenges/): ROSATOM subsidiary JSC ETC GET and IIT Bombay have launched Atomic Hack India 2026 to encourage student innovation in nuclear engineering and digital twins.
- [Asian countries, including India, must accelerate transition to renewable energy](https://energypathnews.com/asian-countries-including-india-must-accelerate-transition-to-renewable-energy/): Climate activist Harjeet Singh has called on Asian countries to lead the Global South’s transition to renewable energy and climate action.
- [UP approves two free LPG refills for Ujjwala beneficiaries in FY27](https://energypathnews.com/up-approves-two-free-lpg-refills-for-ujjwala-beneficiaries-in-fy27/): Uttar Pradesh has approved two free LPG cylinder refills for Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries in the 2026-27 financial year.
- [Trump seeks Russian diesel after months of targeting India’s oil purchases](https://energypathnews.com/trump-seeks-russian-diesel-after-months-of-targeting-indias-oil-purchases/): Trump’s latest move could intensify questions about whether Washington’s approach to Russian energy is driven by a consistent policy or by its immediate economic and political priorities, the report said.
- [Tamil Nadu’s rooftop solar subsidy doubles enquiries](https://energypathnews.com/tamil-nadus-rooftop-solar-subsidy-doubles-enquiries/): Tamil Nadu’s additional subsidy for rooftop solar installations under PM Surya Ghar has boosted applications in Trichy district.
- [Andhra thermal power stations generate record 19,268 MU of electricity in first half of FY27](https://energypathnews.com/andhra-thermal-power-stations-generate-record-19268-mu-of-electricity-in-first-half-of-fy27/): Andhra Pradesh has stepped up coal procurement and advance power purchases after thermal generation rose to a record 19,268 million units in April-September.
- [Streetlight power supply test triggers traffic signal outage in Pune](https://energypathnews.com/streetlight-power-supply-test-triggers-traffic-signal-outage-in-pune/): Around 50 traffic signals across Pune stopped functioning after power supply to streetlights was disconnected during smart meter testing.
- [Karnataka discoms face ₹1,005 crore Adani Power bill as tariff dispute continues](https://energypathnews.com/karnataka-discoms-face-%e2%82%b91005-crore-adani-power-bill-as-tariff-dispute-continues/): Karnataka’s electricity distribution companies have paid ₹1,005 crore to Adani Power over tariff revisions linked to the Udupi power project, with BESCOM accounting for ₹456 crore.
- [UP bets on renewable energy to power industrial and agricultural growth](https://energypathnews.com/up-bets-on-renewable-energy-to-power-industrial-and-agricultural-growth/): Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, who attended the event as chief guest, said the state was stepping up investment in renewable energy, which he described as a priority sector.
- [GSFC seeks joint venture partner for green ammonia factory in Gujarat](https://energypathnews.com/gsfc-seeks-joint-venture-partner-for-green-ammonia-factory-in-gujarat/): Gujarat State Fertilizers and Chemicals plans to develop a green ammonia plant at its Sikka facility in Jamnagar, with an annual capacity of at least 500,000 tonnes.
- [Prozeal Green Energy to handover 100 MW RE project to European IPP in ₹460 crore deal](https://energypathnews.com/prozeal-green-energy-to-handover-100-mw-re-project-to-european-ipp-in-%e2%82%b9460-crore-deal/): Gujarat-based Prozeal Green Energy is an independent power producer (IPP) and provides engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) in the renewable energy space.
- [Swastika Infra gets over ₹600 crore order from Maharashtra power distribution company](https://energypathnews.com/swastika-infra-gets-over-%e2%82%b9600-crore-order-from-maharashtra-power-distribution-company/): Swastika Infra has secured a ₹615.76 crore contract from MSEDCL to upgrade power distribution infrastructure in Maharashtra’s Bhandup Zone.
- [Aditya Birla Renewables seeks $1.5 billion in rupee loans to acquire Shell unit](https://energypathnews.com/aditya-birla-renewables-seeks-1-5-billion-in-rupee-loans-to-acquire-shell-unit/): Aditya Birla Renewables is now exploring longer-term, project-level financing, backed by assets and generally costing less than bridge loans.
- [Beyond electricity: Why green hydrogen is central to India's energy transition](https://energypathnews.com/beyond-electricity-why-green-hydrogen-is-central-to-indias-energy-transition/): Q1. India has crossed 300 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity and is racing toward 500 GW.
- [Waaree, Premier, Vikram Solar Q2 preview: Sales set to jump, but margins may shrink](https://energypathnews.com/waaree-premier-vikram-solar-q2-preview-sales-set-to-jump-but-margins-may-shrink/): Domestic solar equipment manufacturers, Waaree Energies, Premier Energies and Vikram Solar are poised for a quarter characterised by steady top-line expansion alongside gradual margin recovery, according to an earnings preview note by institutional brokerage firm PL Capital.
- [Iran will not abandon uranium enrichment or hand over its uranium, nuclear chief says](https://energypathnews.com/iran-will-not-abandon-uranium-enrichment-or-hand-over-its-uranium-nuclear-chief-says/): Iran will neither halt uranium enrichment nor hand over its uranium, the country's Atomic Energy Organisation chief Mohammad Eslami said on Thursday, reaffirming Tehran's position amid renewed US threats targeting its nuclear facilities, reported Reuters.
- [Google, Amazon, Meta, Apple fuel India's renewable energy boom as data centre demand surges](https://energypathnews.com/google-amazon-meta-apple-fuel-indias-renewable-energy-boom-as-data-centre-demand-surges/): Google, Amazon and Meta are expanding renewable power procurement in India as data centre and AI infrastructure drive electricity demand.
- [India, Singapore eye 2,000 MW power corridor](https://energypathnews.com/india-singapore-eye-2000-mw-power-corridor/): India and Singapore are exploring options for a proposed 2,000 MW cross-border power interconnection, Minister of State for power and renewable energy Shripad Yesso Naik said on Thursday.
- [Why electric vehicle sales are lukewarm in America, but hot in Europe](https://energypathnews.com/why-electric-vehicle-sales-are-lukewarm-in-america-but-hot-in-europe/): US consumers are shifting towards hybrids and used EVs as new electric vehicle sales decline after the federal tax credit expired.
- [Vance says Iran must cut uranium enrichment capacity to meet US demands](https://energypathnews.com/vance-says-iran-must-cut-uranium-enrichment-capacity-to-meet-us-demands/): US Vice President JD Vance has said Iran must reduce its uranium enrichment capacity to meet US demands.
- [NTPC identifies three sites for nuclear plants, targets 30 GW capacity by 2047](https://energypathnews.com/ntpc-identifies-three-sites-for-nuclear-plants-targets-30-gw-capacity-by-2047/): NTPC is exploring sites in Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Odisha as part of its planned nuclear power expansion.
- [Adani Energy Solutions acquires Satara Power Transmission](https://energypathnews.com/adani-energy-solutions-acquires-satara-power-transmission/): Adani Energy Solutions has acquired Satara Power Transmission from PFC Consulting to develop a 765 kV transmission corridor.
- [The Expansion of Electric Vehicle Tech with IDTechEx](https://energypathnews.com/the-expansion-of-electric-vehicle-tech-with-idtechex/): Electric vehicles are continuing to play a vital role in decarbonizing the transport industry as they help with the shift away from fossil fuel reliance with their utilization of battery technologies.
- [Battery Storage for Data Centers and Safer with Solid State Batteries](https://energypathnews.com/battery-storage-for-data-centers-and-safer-with-solid-state-batteries/): The battery sector is rapidly growing in multiple directions, with battery storage technologies expected to be responsible for powering many major sectors including data centers and 6G power stations, and solid-state batteries gaining increasing amounts of attention for their safer chemistries.
- [The Shapeshifting Automotive Market - EVs and Autonomy](https://energypathnews.com/the-shapeshifting-automotive-market-evs-and-autonomy/): The landscape of transportation looks vastly different today than it did two decades ago.
- [Cooling Down from High Power Demand with Thermal Management](https://energypathnews.com/cooling-down-from-high-power-demand-with-thermal-management/): Thermal management strategies are the underdogs of modern technologies, reducing the risks of overheating in cases where exponentially increasing demand for power can lead to component temperatures rising.
- [Fire Protection Materials for EV Batteries to Exceed US$10B by 2037](https://energypathnews.com/fire-protection-materials-for-ev-batteries-to-exceed-us10b-by-2037/): Thermal runaway and system safety are critical topics when it comes to using lithium ion (Li-ion) batteries in electric vehicles.
- [What's Happening with Hydrogen Across Major Sectors](https://energypathnews.com/whats-happening-with-hydrogen-across-major-sectors/): Hydrogen is one natural gas that is proving to be a great source of renewable energy as far as decarbonization goals are concerned.
- [The Versatility of Hydrogen and Energy Transitions](https://energypathnews.com/the-versatility-of-hydrogen-and-energy-transitions/): Hydrogen is described by IDTechEx as 'a key enabler of energy transition' in the latest webinar on green hydrogen.
- [Chemistries, Trade-Offs, and Global Lithium-Ion Batteries](https://energypathnews.com/chemistries-trade-offs-and-global-lithium-ion-batteries/): The growth of lithium-ion batteries is happening largely in response to an increase in demand for applications such as electric vehicles and stationary energy storage, in line with global decarbonization goals.
- [Join Our Webinar on Fire Protection Materials for EV Batteries](https://energypathnews.com/join-our-webinar-on-fire-protection-materials-for-ev-batteries/): With more electric vehicles (EVs) on the road, their safety becomes an increasingly important topic.
- [Biofuels Made from Waste and Turning Alcohol to Jet Fuel](https://energypathnews.com/biofuels-made-from-waste-and-turning-alcohol-to-jet-fuel/): Biofuels are necessary in helping to decarbonize the entire transport sector, from which around 20% of global emissions are generated.
- [Electric Mining Vehicles Set to Become a US$27 Billion Global Market](https://energypathnews.com/electric-mining-vehicles-set-to-become-a-us27-billion-global-market/): With the mining industry transitioning from diesel to electric machines, this article highlights the key drivers that will further machine electrification, the key challenges that have hampered adoption to date, and the direction the market may take over the next 20 years.
- [At the Heart of Batteries - Extracting Lithium With DLE](https://energypathnews.com/at-the-heart-of-batteries-extracting-lithium-with-dle/): Lithium is a naturally occurring metal sourced for its demand across numerous applications, especially in batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage.
- [IDTechEx Attends Chinese Embassy Reception Celebrating National Day](https://energypathnews.com/idtechex-attends-chinese-embassy-reception-celebrating-national-day/): On 25 September 2026, IDTechEx Senior Analyst Shihao Fu attended, by invitation, a reception hosted by the Chinese Embassy in the United Kingdom to mark the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China.
- [Electric Vehicles in Mining: Overview Video](https://energypathnews.com/electric-vehicles-in-mining-overview-video/): Diesel mining machines make up over 1% of all global emissions and their electrification will be key to meeting sustainability goals of countries and individual companies.
- [Sun-Powered Cars and Seaweed Plastic Picnics - Sustainable Homes](https://energypathnews.com/sun-powered-cars-and-seaweed-plastic-picnics-sustainable-homes/): Living in a home that harnesses the power of nature is becoming increasingly possible.
- [BHEL Q2 net profit more than doubles to ₹821 crore](https://energypathnews.com/bhel-q2-net-profit-more-than-doubles-to-%e2%82%b9821-crore/): A representative picture.
- [India needs ₹15 lakh crore to add 91 GW nuclear capacity by 2047: CEA chief](https://energypathnews.com/india-needs-%e2%82%b915-lakh-crore-to-add-91-gw-nuclear-capacity-by-2047-cea-chief/): India aims to expand nuclear capacity to 100 GW by 2047 from 8.8 GW currently, with greater private-sector participation.
- [EU delays methane rules on oil and gas imports for a year](https://energypathnews.com/eu-delays-methane-rules-on-oil-and-gas-imports-for-a-year/): The European Commission has proposed postponing the enforcement of methane emissions regulations concerning oil and gas imports.
- [India to roll out data centre policy as concerns grow over power use](https://energypathnews.com/india-to-roll-out-data-centre-policy-as-concerns-grow-over-power-use/): India is planning a dedicated data centre policy amid concerns over the sector’s growing electricity demand and its potential impact on consumers.
- [India looks to AI to make power grid more reliable, secure and smart: MoS MNRE](https://energypathnews.com/india-looks-to-ai-to-make-power-grid-more-reliable-secure-and-smart-mos-mnre/): The government plans to expand AI adoption across India's power sector to improve grid reliability, says MoS Shripad Yesso Naik.
- [WPI fuel and power inflation accelerates to 25.85% in September](https://energypathnews.com/wpi-fuel-and-power-inflation-accelerates-to-25-85-in-september/): Rising prices of mineral oils, crude petroleum, natural gas and coal drove WPI fuel and power inflation higher in September.
- [TARIL shares zoom 19% as Q2 numbers aid biggest single-day gain in 10 months](https://energypathnews.com/taril-shares-zoom-19-as-q2-numbers-aid-biggest-single-day-gain-in-10-months/): Shares of Transformers and Rectifiers (India) Ltd (TARIL) surged nearly 19 per cent on Wednesday after the transformer manufacturer reported a strong set of numbers for the second quarter ended September 30, 2026 (Q2 FY27).
- [Indian bond yields hit 3 year high as oil surge, RBI hawkishness weigh](https://energypathnews.com/indian-bond-yields-hit-3-year-high-as-oil-surge-rbi-hawkishness-weigh/): Indian government bond yields rose as higher oil prices and a hawkish policy outlook prompted traders to reduce positions.
- [Trump says 'massive' oil, gas and mineral exploration to begin in Greenland](https://energypathnews.com/trump-says-massive-oil-gas-and-mineral-exploration-to-begin-in-greenland/): Donald Trump has renewed his focus on Greenland’s energy and mineral resources amid a deal expanding US military access to the island.
- [Tata Power builds 2.8 GW data centre pipeline across 18 operators](https://energypathnews.com/tata-power-builds-2-8-gw-data-centre-pipeline-across-18-operators/): Beyond electricity supply, Tata Power is looking to provide integrated infrastructure for data centres.
- [Fire reported at Aramco facility as Saudi-Houthi attacks escalate](https://energypathnews.com/fire-reported-at-aramco-facility-as-saudi-houthi-attacks-escalate/): A limited fire broke out in an Aramco administrative building without injuries reported amid escalating tensions.
- [US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to visit Mumbai, Jamnagar from October 17-22](https://energypathnews.com/us-secretary-of-state-marco-rubio-to-visit-mumbai-jamnagar-from-october-17-22/): US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit Mumbai and Jamnagar for talks on bilateral ties, energy cooperation and commercial investment.
- [CNG shortage leaves motorists, taxi operators stranded in Tamil Nadu districts](https://energypathnews.com/cng-shortage-leaves-motorists-taxi-operators-stranded-in-tamil-nadu-districts/): Cars and buses queue outside CNG filling stations in Namakkal district amid a shortage that has disrupted supplies in the region.
- [Madhya Pradesh struggles to meet rising power demand as peak usage jumps 40%](https://energypathnews.com/madhya-pradesh-struggles-to-meet-rising-power-demand-as-peak-usage-jumps-40/): Madhya Pradesh has stepped up power supply measures after a sharp spike in electricity demand strained supplies, particularly in rural areas.
- [US oil producer NABEP says it received two drilling rigs in Venezuela](https://energypathnews.com/us-oil-producer-nabep-says-it-received-two-drilling-rigs-in-venezuela/): NABEP is expanding its equipment fleet in Venezuela as it seeks to increase oil production.
- [Oil prices climb as traders weigh Saudi supply risk, Russian diesel flow](https://energypathnews.com/oil-prices-climb-as-traders-weigh-saudi-supply-risk-russian-diesel-flow/): Oil markets are weighing supply risks from escalating Middle East tensions against expectations of increased Russian diesel exports.
- [Trump says Taiwan agrees to buy 30% of gas from Alaska pipeline](https://energypathnews.com/trump-says-taiwan-agrees-to-buy-30-of-gas-from-alaska-pipeline/): Trump said that Taiwan has agreed to buy 30% of the gas from the Alaska pipeline.
- [Vikram Solar to set up 7.5 GWh battery storage plant in Tamil Nadu](https://energypathnews.com/vikram-solar-to-set-up-7-5-gwh-battery-storage-plant-in-tamil-nadu/): PowerHive also plans to begin cell manufacturing with a 7.5 GWh programme from 2028, moving towards an integrated battery manufacturing ecosystem.
- [More thermal capacity needed to meet power demand, says CEA chief](https://energypathnews.com/more-thermal-capacity-needed-to-meet-power-demand-says-cea-chief/): India may need to add more coal-fired power capacity than previously projected to meet rising electricity demand, even as renewable energy additions continue at a rapid pace, Central Electricity Authority (CEA) chairperson Ghanshyam Prasad said on Tuesday.
- [India’s electric car sales share tops US for six straight months from April: Ember](https://energypathnews.com/indias-electric-car-sales-share-tops-us-for-six-straight-months-from-april-ember/): FILE PHOTO: Volvo Cars' mid-sized electric SUV EX60 rolls off the assembly line in Gothenburg, Sweden, April 22, 2026.
- [First Look: Renault E-Space Concept is the 2030s French family car](https://energypathnews.com/first-look-renault-e-space-concept-is-the-2030s-french-family-car/): We were at the world premiere of the Renault E-Space Concept at the 2026 Paris Motor Show and got a really close look at Renault’s vision for the future family car.
- [ReNew secures $100 million from Dutch development bank FMO for renewable energy projects](https://energypathnews.com/renew-secures-100-million-from-dutch-development-bank-fmo-for-renewable-energy-projects/): The 10-year tenor aligns with the extended operational lifespan of clean energy assets, helping the company secure stable, long-term capital while diversifying its funding pool across global and domestic credit markets.
- [Affordable power, storage and tech self-reliance key to India’s energy security: NTPC CMD](https://energypathnews.com/affordable-power-storage-and-tech-self-reliance-key-to-indias-energy-security-ntpc-cmd/): Speaking at the 20th India Energy Summit 2026, organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in New Delhi, Singh said rising power demand driven by economic growth, El Niño conditions, artificial intelligence (AI), data centres and cooling requirements was increasing the need for a flexible power system.
- [Tata Power, Imperial College London to collaborate on energy storage, AI and grid flexibility](https://energypathnews.com/tata-power-imperial-college-london-to-collaborate-on-energy-storage-ai-and-grid-flexibility/): The collaboration will explore applications of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in energy, advanced energy systems and digital technologies, with a focus on translating research into practical applications.
- [First Look: Citroën 2 CV Fourgonnette teases the retro hatch’s commercial cousin](https://energypathnews.com/first-look-citroen-2-cv-fourgonnette-teases-the-retro-hatchs-commercial-cousin/): Citroën presented the 2 CV Fourgonnette Concept at the 2026 Paris Motor Show in October, and we got a chance to check out the electric LCV study that reinterprets the iconic 2 CV Fourgonnette with a contemporary design.
- [Resonia commissions 2 transmission projects in Rajasthan, adds 9 GW evacuation capacity](https://energypathnews.com/resonia-commissions-2-transmission-projects-in-rajasthan-adds-9-gw-evacuation-capacity/): The company stated in the release that each of the two projects contributes 4.5 GW to the overall evacuation capacity along the crucial Fatehgarh-Beawar corridor.
- [Indian Gas Exchange secures Sebi's nod to float IPO](https://energypathnews.com/indian-gas-exchange-secures-sebis-nod-to-float-ipo/): Representative image.
- [Shree Cement commissions 3 MTPA grinding unit in UAE with ₹300 crore investment](https://energypathnews.com/shree-cement-commissions-3-mtpa-grinding-unit-in-uae-with-%e2%82%b9300-crore-investment/): Shree Cement has commissioned a 3 MTPA grinding facility at its UAE subsidiary, Union Cement Company, in Ras Al Khaimah.
- [India's power sector profits likely to grow up to 11% in Q2FY27 on strong demand: Report](https://energypathnews.com/indias-power-sector-profits-likely-to-grow-up-to-11-in-q2fy27-on-strong-demand-report/): New Delhi: India's power sector is expected to post up to 11 per cent year-on-year (YoY) profit growth in Q2FY27, driven by strong electricity demand, higher plant load factors and potential incentives for thermal power producers, according to Nuvama Institutional Equities.
- [Trump's oil jawboning loses punch as wars spiral](https://energypathnews.com/trumps-oil-jawboning-loses-punch-as-wars-spiral/): US President Donald Trump's trademark ability to talk down oil markets with a few words is fading as the Iran war drags on, leaving global energy prices far more exposed to escalation.
- [NTPC in talks with Japan, South Korea, Germany for green fuel exports](https://energypathnews.com/ntpc-in-talks-with-japan-south-korea-germany-for-green-fuel-exports/): NTPC is currently engaged in discussions with potential buyers from Japan, South Korea, and Germany.
- [Kalpataru Projects bags ₹2,225 crore power transmission orders in India, overseas](https://energypathnews.com/kalpataru-projects-bags-%e2%82%b92225-crore-power-transmission-orders-in-india-overseas/): The company said investments in transmission infrastructure, grid expansion and renewable energy integration were supporting demand for its engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services.
- [India’s total electricity generation increases 11% YoY in Q2 FY27: Report](https://energypathnews.com/indias-total-electricity-generation-increases-11-yoy-in-q2-fy27-report/): Renewable generation, excluding large hydropower, reached 101 BU in the second quarter of FY27, reflecting clean energy's growing contribution as peak power demand hit a record 270 GW.
- [Tamil Nadu signs costliest power deals at up to ₹37 per unit amid supply crunch](https://energypathnews.com/tamil-nadu-signs-costliest-power-deals-at-up-to-%e2%82%b937-per-unit-amid-supply-crunch/): Tamil Nadu has turned to costly short-term power purchases to meet rising electricity demand amid lower availability from conventional and wind sources.
- [Telangana tenders 5,800 MW of renewable power to meet rising electricity demand](https://energypathnews.com/telangana-tenders-5800-mw-of-renewable-power-to-meet-rising-electricity-demand/): Telangana has invited bids for solar, wind and battery storage projects to strengthen grid reliability and reduce dependence on conventional power.
- [Trump defends Russia diesel deal as lawmakers from both parties complain](https://energypathnews.com/trump-defends-russia-diesel-deal-as-lawmakers-from-both-parties-complain/): US President Donald Trump is defending a diesel supply deal with Russia amid bipartisan criticism over sanctions and its potential impact on support for Ukraine.
- [Russia eyes diesel exports of up to 3.5 million tonnes a month under Trump deal](https://energypathnews.com/russia-eyes-diesel-exports-of-up-to-3-5-million-tonnes-a-month-under-trump-deal/): Russia plans to raise diesel exports to global markets as US President Donald Trump announces a deal to boost supplies and ease pressure on fuel prices.
- [Copper producers seek 10% import duty on solar PV ribbons, busbars](https://energypathnews.com/copper-producers-seek-10-import-duty-on-solar-pv-ribbons-busbars/): Indian copper producers are seeking higher import duties on solar PV ribbons and busbars to protect domestic manufacturers from Chinese imports.
- [Oil prices hold near $105 per barrel as Trump eases sanctions on Russian fuel](https://energypathnews.com/oil-prices-hold-near-105-per-barrel-as-trump-eases-sanctions-on-russian-fuel/): Oil prices edged lower on Tuesday after rising by nearly $2 a barrel in the previous session, as traders weighed the risks to supplies from attacks on Saudi Arabia against the prospect of additional diesel supplies from Russia.
- [Small modular nuclear reactors could power India’s steel decarbonisation, says Sitharaman](https://energypathnews.com/small-modular-nuclear-reactors-could-power-indias-steel-decarbonisation-says-sitharaman/): New Delhi: India's steel industry is expanding even as global output declines, with domestic demand supported by infrastructure spending keeping pace with production, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Monday, highlighting the country's growing role in the global steel market.
- [Russian strikes put Trump's energy ceasefire in doubt](https://energypathnews.com/russian-strikes-put-trumps-energy-ceasefire-in-doubt/): Ukraine has accused Russia of continuing drone attacks on energy infrastructure despite a proposed ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump.
- [Cabinet nod sought to extend power fund for 5 years](https://energypathnews.com/cabinet-nod-sought-to-extend-power-fund-for-5-years/): The Power System Development Fund supports grid reliability, protection systems and transmission upgrades as India expands renewable energy capacity.
- [India weathers LNG supply shock better than neighbours as South Asia demand outlook weakens: Report](https://energypathnews.com/india-weathers-lng-supply-shock-better-than-neighbours-as-south-asia-demand-outlook-weakens-report/): In 2025, nearly 90 per cent of LNG shipments from Qatar and the UAE passing through the Strait of Hormuz were destined for Asia, leaving the region particularly vulnerable to supply disruptions, said the report.
- [First Look: Alpine PS1 concept looks refreshingly different](https://energypathnews.com/first-look-alpine-ps1-concept-looks-refreshingly-different/): The Alpine PS1 concept, officially named A310 VISION, made its world premiere at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, where we got a closer look at this retro-futuristic reinterpretation of the original A310 and how the 1971 sports car might look if reimagined for the modern era.
- [Bonfiglioli Transmissions IPO to open on October 15, sets price band at ₹558-₹586 per share](https://energypathnews.com/bonfiglioli-transmissions-ipo-to-open-on-october-15-sets-price-band-at-%e2%82%b9558-%e2%82%b9586-per-share/): The company proposes to list its equity shares on the BSE and the National Stock Exchange.
- [World Bank Group spends $7.49 on petrochemical expansion for every $1 on decarbonisation: IEEFA](https://energypathnews.com/world-bank-group-spends-7-49-on-petrochemical-expansion-for-every-1-on-decarbonisation-ieefa/): The briefing note also flags the proposed expansion of a petrochemical complex operated by Indorama Eleme in Nigeria while a compliance investigation into an existing production line remains open.
- [Brics leaders call for reliable supply chains for critical minerals](https://energypathnews.com/brics-leaders-call-for-reliable-supply-chains-for-critical-minerals/): The government launched a mission to boost exploration, processing, and overseas asset acquisition.
- [Private sector can help India exceed 100 GW nuclear target by 2047: Bajaj Energy official](https://energypathnews.com/private-sector-can-help-india-exceed-100-gw-nuclear-target-by-2047-bajaj-energy-official/): India could exceed its target of expanding nuclear power capacity from about 9 GW currently to 100 GW by 2047 if private-sector participation is effectively leveraged, Sunita Kumar, President and CEO, Nuclear Business, Bajaj Energy, said.
- [The Uranium rush: Inside India's scramble to fuel its nuclear ambitions](https://energypathnews.com/the-uranium-rush-inside-indias-scramble-to-fuel-its-nuclear-ambitions/): India is securing uranium fuel for its ambitious nuclear expansion program. Uzbekistan, Australia, and Canada are key partners in this global fuel hunt.
- [Green future: Cement makers accelerate decarbonisation push](https://energypathnews.com/green-future-cement-makers-accelerate-decarbonisation-push/): In a significant shift towards sustainability, Indian cement manufacturers are enhancing the use of green energy and implementing efficiency improvements.
- [BRICS supply chains: India’s opportunity to become a global hub for advanced energy materials](https://energypathnews.com/brics-supply-chains-indias-opportunity-to-become-a-global-hub-for-advanced-energy-materials/): Several member nations encompass vast mineral reserves, massive domestic consumer bases, and rapidly rising adoption rates for clean transport, ranging from electric two-wheelers and buses to utility-scale energy storage.
- [EVs, waste-to-energy tech help Hyderabad cut PM10 by 26%](https://energypathnews.com/evs-waste-to-energy-tech-help-hyderabad-cut-pm10-by-26/): Together, these interventions have helped Hyderabad’s PM10 concentration fall from 110 µg/m³ in 2017-18 to 81 µg/m³ in 2024-25 — a 26.37 per cent reduction.
- [India resilient despite energy price shock, says IMF supporting latest GDP data by govt](https://energypathnews.com/india-resilient-despite-energy-price-shock-says-imf-supporting-latest-gdp-data-by-govt/): India's economy has shown resilience despite the energy price shock, with the country's 7.8 per cent real GDP growth in the first quarter of FY27 coming in above expectations.
- [India’s critical minerals push shifts from exploration to processing and separation capability, say industry leaders](https://energypathnews.com/indias-critical-minerals-push-shifts-from-exploration-to-processing-and-separation-capability-say-industry-leaders/): Industry leaders said domestic processing and separation capabilities will be key to reducing dependence on overseas supply chains.
- [India needs stronger export push as energy imports drive trade deficits with BRICS nations: BRICS CCI Chairman](https://energypathnews.com/india-needs-stronger-export-push-as-energy-imports-drive-trade-deficits-with-brics-nations-brics-cci-chairman/): India must increase exports to BRICS nations to counter trade deficits from energy imports.
- [Sir Dorabji Tata Trust moves to set up committee to select Chandrasekaran’s successor](https://energypathnews.com/sir-dorabji-tata-trust-moves-to-set-up-committee-to-select-chandrasekarans-successor/): Trustees initiate process to set up five-member Selection Committee under Tata Sons’ Article 118 after Chandrasekaran declines reappointment.
- [First Look: Peugeot RCZ Vision hints at the comeback of a familiar name](https://energypathnews.com/first-look-peugeot-rcz-vision-hints-at-the-comeback-of-a-familiar-name/): At the 2026 Paris Motor Show, we attended the public premiere of the Peugeot RCZ Vision, and here are our observations following our time with the vehicle.
- [Technip Energies bags EPC contract from HPCL for Mumbai refinery modernisation](https://energypathnews.com/technip-energies-bags-epc-contract-from-hpcl-for-mumbai-refinery-modernisation/): The project will modernise HPCL’s production of lube oil base stocks, key components used in the manufacture of automotive engine oils and industrial lubricants.
- [India shields city gas users as Hormuz crisis threatens South Asia's LNG demand](https://energypathnews.com/india-shields-city-gas-users-as-hormuz-crisis-threatens-south-asias-lng-demand/): Representative image.
- [Trump has learnt his India lesson the hard way but will he own up?](https://energypathnews.com/trump-has-learnt-his-india-lesson-the-hard-way-but-will-he-own-up/): New Delhi's argument has never been that Russia's invasion of Ukraine is acceptable.
- [Lumino Industries bags orders worth ₹496 crore since its September IPO](https://energypathnews.com/lumino-industries-bags-orders-worth-%e2%82%b9496-crore-since-its-september-ipo/): The company said the manufacturing orders cover conventional and high-performance conductors, as well as high-tension (HT), low-tension (LT), and railway signalling cables, clarifying that these cater to the power transmission and distribution sector and other industries.
- [Emerging Asia's power-driven LNG demand at risk as renewables gain ground](https://energypathnews.com/emerging-asias-power-driven-lng-demand-at-risk-as-renewables-gain-ground/): Falling renewable energy costs and volatile LNG prices are reshaping power investment plans across emerging Asia.
- [Exponent Energy completes 200 ICE-to-EV autorickshaw retrofits in Bengaluru](https://energypathnews.com/exponent-energy-completes-200-ice-to-ev-autorickshaw-retrofits-in-bengaluru/): The company says the retrofitted vehicles have covered over 1.5 million km and completed more than 25,000 charging sessions during the four-month pilot.
- [India’s cab game has a new green player: A Vietnamese behemoth aiming to win fast](https://energypathnews.com/indias-cab-game-has-a-new-green-player-a-vietnamese-behemoth-aiming-to-win-fast/): Green SM enters India with a controlled electric vehicle fleet, challenging the aggregator model.
- [UAE President calls PM Modi, discusses West Asia situation and deepens strategic ties](https://energypathnews.com/uae-president-calls-pm-modi-discusses-west-asia-situation-and-deepens-strategic-ties/): Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. They exchanged views on recent developments occurring in West Asia.
- [India, Bhutan sign ₹4,000 crore Line of Credit for energy projects during Jaishankar visit](https://energypathnews.com/india-bhutan-sign-%e2%82%b94000-crore-line-of-credit-for-energy-projects-during-jaishankar-visit/): India and Bhutan welcomed the signing of an agreement on a concessional Line of Credit of INR 4,000 crore for energy projects in Bhutan during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's official visit to the country.
- [Fed unlikely to signal aggressive tightening cycle; energy prices remain key risk: Axis Bank](https://energypathnews.com/fed-unlikely-to-signal-aggressive-tightening-cycle-energy-prices-remain-key-risk-axis-bank/): The US Federal Reserve is unlikely to embark on an aggressive tightening cycle, with only one additional rate hike projected, even as energy prices remain the key risk to the inflation outlook and potential new tariffs could renew price pressures, according to an Axis Bank report.
- [GR Infraprojects shares drop 2% after terminating contract with NTPC. Here’s why](https://energypathnews.com/gr-infraprojects-shares-drop-2-after-terminating-contract-with-ntpc-heres-why/): Shares of GR Infraprojects fell 2% after the company issued a notice to terminate its contracts with NTPC for a Battery Energy Storage System project at Mouda Super Thermal Power Station.
- [India’s EV charging network expands 10X in 4 years, but user experience remains a concern: Report](https://energypathnews.com/indias-ev-charging-network-expands-10x-in-4-years-but-user-experience-remains-a-concern-report/): India’s public EV charging network has expanded more than tenfold since 2022, but poor charger reliability, high public charging costs and home-charging challenges continue to limit wider EV adoption, according to IEEFA.
- [Exide India, Germany’s ExCom partner to expand industrial battery business across EEA](https://energypathnews.com/exide-india-germanys-excom-partner-to-expand-industrial-battery-business-across-eea/): Exide Industries has entered into a long-term strategic cooperation with Germany-based ExCom Energy Solutions to market industrial battery and energy storage solutions across the European Economic Area, initially focusing on traction and stationary battery applications.
- [India's trade deficit narrows to $26.86 bn in August as gold imports plunge](https://energypathnews.com/indias-trade-deficit-narrows-to-26-86-bn-in-august-as-gold-imports-plunge/): India’s merchandise trade deficit narrowed marginally to $26.86 billion in August from $27.2 billion a year earlier, as exports rose 26.1% to $43.81 billion while imports grew 14.1% to $70.76 billion.
- [SBI sees 25 bps rate hike in October MPC, another in December as inflation risks mount](https://energypathnews.com/sbi-sees-25-bps-rate-hike-in-october-mpc-another-in-december-as-inflation-risks-mount/): The projected back-to-back moves would build a cumulative “50 bps as a moat” to insulate the domestic economy from intensifying external commodity shocks, persistent currency headwinds, and broadening domestic price pressures.
- [Electric locomotives to replace diesel on Bengaluru-Mangaluru ghat section](https://energypathnews.com/electric-locomotives-to-replace-diesel-on-bengaluru-mangaluru-ghat-section/): South Western Railway plans to introduce electric locomotives on the 55-km Sakleshpura-Subrahmanya Road ghat section.
- [India wastes 4% of solar power amid power shortages in July, August: Report](https://energypathnews.com/india-wastes-4-of-solar-power-amid-power-shortages-in-july-august-report/): India’s transmission constraints are forcing renewable power curtailment even as electricity demand rises and coal stocks tighten.
- [Oilmax-Eleven Consortium wins Kutch offshore oil, gas block in DSF Round](https://energypathnews.com/oilmax-eleven-consortium-wins-kutch-offshore-oil-gas-block-in-dsf-round/): Image for representational purposes only.
- [Goldman Sachs lifts December 2026 Brent price forecast to $90/bbl](https://energypathnews.com/goldman-sachs-lifts-december-2026-brent-price-forecast-to-90-bbl/): Brent could fall into the $60-a-barrel range in 2027 if average Gulf output rises 1 million barrels per day above February 2026 levels.
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- [First Look: Citroën 2CV-inspired future E-Car concept wants to go back to the basics](https://energypathnews.com/first-look-citroen-2cv-inspired-future-e-car-concept-wants-to-go-back-to-the-basics/): We checked out the Citroën 2CV-inspired future E-Car concept at its world premiere, which took place at the Paris Motor Show.
- [India's power transmission expansion, data centre demand to drive capital goods growth: Report](https://energypathnews.com/indias-power-transmission-expansion-data-centre-demand-to-drive-capital-goods-growth-report/): India’s expanding transmission network and rising data centre capacity are expected to boost demand for HVDC systems and power equipment.
- [From monitoring to management: Rajasthan’s journey towards a distributed energy resource management system](https://energypathnews.com/from-monitoring-to-management-rajasthans-journey-towards-a-distributed-energy-resource-management-system/): India’s electricity transition is entering a new phase.
- [Rajesh Power Services wins ₹472 crore Gujarat power distribution contracts](https://energypathnews.com/rajesh-power-services-wins-%e2%82%b9472-crore-gujarat-power-distribution-contracts/): The company added that the new contracts have added over 10 per cent to the company's order book, taking its total order value closer to ₹4,000 crore.
- [Tata Power Renewables’ Q2 FY27 project execution jumps 130% to 419 MW](https://energypathnews.com/tata-power-renewables-q2-fy27-project-execution-jumps-130-to-419-mw/): According to an official release, the company also executed 131.2 MWh of battery storage projects during Q2 FY27, comprising 101.2 MWh for its own operations and 30 MWh for third-party customers.
- [Oil price on October 12: Crude oil dips to $103 despite simmering Iran war tensions](https://energypathnews.com/oil-price-on-october-12-crude-oil-dips-to-103-despite-simmering-iran-war-tensions/): Trump announced the energy ceasefire on Sunday, following Friday’s announcement of the diesel-supply deal with Russia.
- [India's battery energy storage sector set for 91% growth to 302GWh by FY32E: Nuvama](https://energypathnews.com/indias-battery-energy-storage-sector-set-for-91-growth-to-302gwh-by-fy32e-nuvama/): India’s battery energy storage sector is poised for rapid expansion as demand rises for grid balancing and round-the-clock renewable power.
- [AI could help India’s remote green hydrogen hubs tackle skilled manpower crunch: Honeywell Technologies](https://energypathnews.com/ai-could-help-indias-remote-green-hydrogen-hubs-tackle-skilled-manpower-crunch-honeywell-technologies/): The industry’s readiness will ultimately depend on demonstrating that these systems can operate within clearly defined safety, cybersecurity and human-oversight frameworks, says Asheesh Arora.
- [Republican, Democratic US senators say Trump's diesel deal with Russia is illegal](https://energypathnews.com/republican-democratic-us-senators-say-trumps-diesel-deal-with-russia-is-illegal/): US President Donald Trump’s plan to import Russian diesel has drawn objections from seven senators over its legality under sanctions law.
- [Russia partially lifts diesel export ban after Putin-Trump deal to supply US, global markets](https://energypathnews.com/russia-partially-lifts-diesel-export-ban-after-putin-trump-deal-to-supply-us-global-markets/): "Production volumes are sufficient to meet both domestic demand in full and exports to the global market in the specified volumes," Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said in a statement.
- [JSW Energy, Gemstar & Actis vie for Polaris Smart Metering](https://energypathnews.com/jsw-energy-gemstar-actis-vie-for-polaris-smart-metering/): The shortlisted bidders have completed due diligence, and binding bids are expected by the end of October.
- [RBI to meet daily dollar needs of 3 state-run oil firms to ease rupee pressure](https://energypathnews.com/rbi-to-meet-daily-dollar-needs-of-3-state-run-oil-firms-to-ease-rupee-pressure/): The RBI will supply dollars to Indian Oil, BPCL and HPCL through designated banks to reduce pressure on the rupee.
- [India awaits how Trump will route diesel buy from Russia](https://energypathnews.com/india-awaits-how-trump-will-route-diesel-buy-from-russia/): India is assessing the implications of US plans to buy Russian diesel as Washington weighs sanctions over New Delhi’s Russian oil imports.
- [Adani's Kutch Copper plans 115 MW renewable energy push at Mundra refinery](https://energypathnews.com/adanis-kutch-copper-plans-115-mw-renewable-energy-push-at-mundra-refinery/): Kutch Copper Ltd, a part of Adani Enterprises, plans to integrate 115 megawatts of renewable energy into operations.
- [India-Norway energy ties broadening, LNG supplies have begun, says Norwegian official](https://energypathnews.com/india-norway-energy-ties-broadening-lng-supplies-have-begun-says-norwegian-official/): Norway's State Secretary Astrid Bergmal highlighted the expanding India-Norway energy partnership during her visit to India.
- [India eyes ₹7.5 lakh crore investment, 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047](https://energypathnews.com/india-eyes-%e2%82%b97-5-lakh-crore-investment-100-gw-nuclear-capacity-by-2047/): A representative picture.
- [Crude oil futures brace for volatility amid geopolitical uncertainties: Analysts](https://energypathnews.com/crude-oil-futures-brace-for-volatility-amid-geopolitical-uncertainties-analysts/): Crude oil futures are expected to experience volatility next week stemming from US-Iran negotiations and escalation in West Asia.
- [NHPC and Tripura government to invest ₹100 crore in Dumboor hydroelectric project restoration by 2026](https://energypathnews.com/nhpc-and-tripura-government-to-invest-%e2%82%b9100-crore-in-dumboor-hydroelectric-project-restoration-by-2026/): The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation has identified the necessary updates for the Dumboor hydroelectric project, planning a significant investment of around ₹100 crore by the state government to revitalize the facility.
- [GAIL launches Season 2 of ‘Wah Kya Energy Hai’ campaign with new anthem](https://energypathnews.com/gail-launches-season-2-of-wah-kya-energy-hai-campaign-with-new-anthem/): GAIL (India) has launched the second season of its consumer awareness campaign called Wah Kya Energy Hai.
- [NTPC invites bids from industries for 26% equity stake in co-generation power projects](https://energypathnews.com/ntpc-invites-bids-from-industries-for-26-equity-stake-in-co-generation-power-projects/): A representative picture.
- [Suzlon to invest ₹550 crore in three AI-powered wind turbine blade factories by 2027](https://energypathnews.com/suzlon-to-invest-%e2%82%b9550-crore-in-three-ai-powered-wind-turbine-blade-factories-by-2027/): A representative picture.
- [US releases 4 million barrels from strategic oil reserves for ExxonMobil, BP amid Hurricane Isaias disruptions](https://energypathnews.com/us-releases-4-million-barrels-from-strategic-oil-reserves-for-exxonmobil-bp-amid-hurricane-isaias-disruptions/): The United States authorised the release of up to four million barrels of crude oil from its Strategic Petroleum Reserve to help ExxonMobil and BP maintain refinery operations amid supply disruptions caused by Hurricane Isaias.
- [MP & former FS Harsh Vardhan Shringla emphasises India's need for Russian oil during talks with Australian prime minister on energy security](https://energypathnews.com/mp-former-fs-harsh-vardhan-shringla-emphasises-indias-need-for-russian-oil-during-talks-with-australian-prime-minister-on-energy-security/): A representative picture.


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