Govt to Set Up Coal Exchanges for Competitive Market
India plans coal exchanges to trade surplus fuel as production nears 1.5B tonnes by 2030. Coal Controller Organisation to regulate new market. Read details.
India plans coal exchanges to trade surplus fuel as production nears 1.5B tonnes by 2030. Coal Controller Organisation to regulate new market. Read details.
The PMO has instructed the Coal Ministry to list all Coal India Ltd subsidiaries by 2030 to boost governance, transparency, and asset monetisation. Key subsidiaries are already on track.
A protest against a coal mining project in Raigarh's Tamnar turned violent, injuring policemen & torching vehicles. Villagers demand project cancellation. Details inside.
A protest against a coal mining project in Raigarh turned violent on Saturday, resulting in injuries to eight policemen and arson. Villagers have been blocking the road since Dec 12. Read the full story.
China's trade surplus surpasses $1 trillion in 2025, fueled by high-quality development and diversification into Southeast Asia, Africa, and Europe. Analysis by Srikanth Kondapalli.
A protest against a coal mine in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh escalated into violence on Dec 27, 2025, injuring police and damaging Jindal Power property. Read the full report.
A 15-day sit-in against a coal block project in Raigarh's Tamnar region turned violent, leaving a police officer and several cops injured. Vehicles were torched as tensions escalated. Read the full details.
Indian govt notifies Colliery Control (Amendment) Rules, 2025, shifting mine opening approvals to company boards. This reform aims to slash bureaucratic delays by up to 60 days, boosting coal production efficiency.
Coal India's share price gained after its board approved the listing of subsidiaries Mahanadi Coalfields and South Eastern Coalfields. Discover the strategic move's impact on the PSU stock and market.
Coal India's board greenlights IPOs for Mahanadi and South-Eastern Coalfields. The move follows Bharat Coking Coal's upcoming listing, boosting CIL stock. Get the full financial details here.
India's 14th commercial coal auction attracted 49 bids for 24 blocks from 11 firms, including 5 new entrants. This round also introduced underground gasification provisions. Explore the details.
Coal India's stock price soared nearly 4% amid reports its arm Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) is preparing for an IPO soon. This marks the fifth consecutive session of gains for the PSU giant.
Bharat Coking Coal Ltd (BCCL), a Coal India subsidiary, gears up for a ₹1,300 crore IPO, potentially launching India's 2026 IPO calendar. Get all key details on valuation, offer structure, and company fundamentals here.
BUMA Australia lands a major AU$740 million contract extension with Whitehaven Coal for operations at the Blackwater mine, securing work through 2030. A significant boost for the mining services sector.
Kanakadurga temple in Vijayawada distributes free laddus to avoid wastage after 4 lakh remain unsold post-Bhavani Deeksha. Read how officials turned surplus into blessings.
Researchers at NIT Rourkela design a low-cost wastewater system using raw coal to remove dangerous pesticides. A sustainable 'waste-to-wealth' fix for India's agricultural pollution. Read more.
Central Coalfields Limited suspends night operations at Sarubera mine in Ramgarh after a herd of elephants trampled four people to death. Read about the safety measures and official advisory.
New Coal India chairman B Sairam visits Kenduadih, inspects toxic gas leak from mines. Assures residents of safety, outlines relief measures. Read the full story.
India's sugar industry urges govt to raise MSP and ethanol prices to manage surplus stock, ensure mill liquidity, and boost the ethanol blending program. Key demands revealed.
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.
China's economic recovery falters as retail sales growth plunges to 1.3% in November, the weakest since 2022. Industrial output slows, property crisis deepens, and global trade headwinds rise. Analysis inside.
The long-awaited Vadaperumbakkam bridge in North Chennai is set to open, easing traffic for Manali and Madhavaram. Read about the project's journey and impact.
A new wave of Chinese exports in EVs, solar panels, and chips threatens global jobs. Can India's manufacturing rise be the counterweight? Explore the data and India's pivotal role.
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.
A 65-year-old retired engineer in Hyderabad was cheated of over Rs 1.28 crore via a fake WhatsApp stock trading group and app. Cyberabad police have registered a case. Learn how to stay safe from such online frauds.
India's surplus electricity and rapid power reforms, driven by AI and data centre expansion, could make it a global leader in power trade. Experts highlight a transformative shift where electricity becomes a strategic currency.
India's surplus electricity and rapid power sector reforms, driven by AI and data centre expansion, could make it a global leader in power trade. Experts see electricity becoming the new strategic currency.
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.