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BCGCL starts construction work on Rs 25,000 cr gasification project, Rs 15k cr work awarded

Bharat Coal Gasification and Chemicals Ltd has begun construction for a significant coal gasification project in Odisha. The project involves an investment of Rs 25,000 crore, aimed at producing technical grade ammonium nitrate. Most tenders have been awarded, with Rs 15,000 crore worth of contracts already distributed. Major work is…

The Economic Times · Oct 22

Coal supply by CIL to power sector rises 11 pc in Jul-Sep

Coal India Limited reported 11.01 per cent increase in dry fuel supplies to the power sector for Q2, aimed at satisfying the electricity needs arising from the festive season. Furthermore, coal production surged by 9.18 per cent in September, reflecting a boost in operational efficiency. Union Minister G Kishan Reddy…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Coal India Limited announces ambitious Business Development portfolio for diversification beyond mining

Coal India Limited announced its ambitious business development portfolio on Sunday. This plan focuses on five key platforms for future expansion and growth. Initiatives include coal gasification, thermal power, and renewable energy ventures. The company will also explore critical minerals and advanced materials. This diversification aims for energy and mineral…

The Economic Times · Sep 20

India's coal production surges 7.51% in July 2026 to 69.75 MT, dispatch up 17.34%

India's coal production reached 69.75 million tonnes in July 2026, showing strong growth. Coal dispatch also grew significantly to 86.33 million tonnes during the same month. Coal India Limited contributed substantially to both production and dispatch figures. Cumulative coal production for the first four months of FY 2026-27 stood at…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

Coal India's Q1 capex rises by 16.64% to Rs 3,399 crore

Coal India's capital expenditure rose sixteen point six four percent to three thousand three hundred ninety-nine crore rupees. Land acquisition and resettlement activities accounted for nearly one-fourth of the total expenditure during the quarter. The company also invested significantly in strengthening its coal evacuation infrastructure and plant machinery. Diversification into…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

Coal India supply to power sector rises 5.9% in June

Coal India Limited (CIL) reported a significant uptick in coal supplies, particularly to the power sector, during June and the first quarter of the fiscal year. This surge, driven by increased electricity demand, saw CIL deliver 51.44 million tonnes to power plants in June alone.

The Economic Times · Jul 2

Coal India's SECL strengthens monsoon measures for uninterrupted supply

SECL, a Coal India subsidiary, has implemented robust monsoon preparedness to ensure uninterrupted coal supplies crucial for India's energy security. The company achieved its best-ever first-quarter performance in production and offtake, with a significant portion directed to power utilities. SECL's extensive operations across Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh underscore its vital…

The Economic Times · Jul 2

Coal India production drops 7.5 pc in Q1

Coal India Limited (CIL) reported a 7.5% dip in production to 169.6 million tonnes during the first quarter of the current fiscal year, despite soaring power sector demand. While some subsidiaries saw declines, overall sales increased by 7.5% in June and 3.5% for the quarter. This comes as India gears…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

Coal India to invest ₹1,900 crore in R&D by FY30

Coal India Ltd is set to invest nearly ₹1,900 crore in R&D by FY2030 to boost mine productivity and cut emissions. The company is focusing on cleaner coal technologies and alternative energy sources, with its R&D spending significantly increasing this fiscal. New initiatives include a National Centre for Coal and…

The Economic Times · Jun 30

Coal linkage auctions: Coal India steps up supply to non-regulated sector, offers record volumes

Coal India Limited is introducing new measures to increase coal supply for non-regulated sector consumers. This aims to reduce import dependence on high gross calorific value coal and meet growing industrial needs. Record coal will be offered in linkage auctions targeting the sponge iron sector. Steel producers gain flexibility to…

The Economic Times · Jun 5