China's Inner Mongolia bets on solar and wind but coal stays close China's Inner Mongolia is expanding both renewable energy and coal use The Independent UK · Jul 2
Loophole means 'not a single Hunter miner' will be helped by transition authority Hunter mayors have condemned the organisation following another coal mine closure. Newcastle Herald · Jul 1
India initiates anti-dumping probes against five products from China, other nations The five items are moulded soda-lime glass vials; electric tractors in 6x4 and 4x2 axle configuration in any form; cyanuric chloride; polyethylene terephthalate film above 100 microns; and carbon raiser made anthracite coal. The Economic Times · Jul 1
The heat is on: everything you need to start barbecuing today From essential equipment to “zoning” your coals, our expert guide will have you grilling like a seasoned pro The Guardian - UK · Jul 1
Coal India bags Rs 2,831 crore 600 MW solar plant deal in UP State-owned Coal India Limited has clinched a significant ₹2,831.11 crore contract to build a 600 MW solar power facility in Uttar Pradesh's Jalaun Solar Park. This massive project, split into two 300 MW blocks, will supply electricity at a fixed rate of ₹2.73 per kWh. The deal was awarded by… The Economic Times · Jul 1
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
Only 1/5th the size of NSE? Why Jefferies predicts 27% upside for this near-monopoly stock Jefferies has initiated coverage on MCX with a Buy rating and a target price of Rs 3,600, implying 27% upside. The brokerage expects strong earnings growth, driven by rising retail participation in commodity derivatives, new product launches, and multiple growth catalysts, while highlighting the exchange’s near-monopoly position in non-agri contracts. The Economic Times · Jul 1
Industrial output outlook hinges on monsoon progress; coal stocks, exports may cushion weather risks: Report Adverse weather could impact mining, but higher coal stocks and improved petroleum exports are expected to cushion the blow, supporting manufacturing and electricity generation. The Economic Times · Jul 1
Railtel Corp shares gain over 2% after firm wins Rs 108 crore order from Mahanadi Coalfields Railtel Corporation's shares surged after announcing a significant Rs 107.61 crore order from Mahanadi Coalfields for an MPLS VPN network. This follows another recent win from Thane Municipal Corporation for a citizen engagement platform and a Goa Labour Welfare Board portal. Despite recent short-term dips, the company shows strong long-term… The Economic Times · Jul 1
Call for 'less talk and more action' on transition as 300 mining jobs axed A Hunter coal mine's impending closure will send shockwaves through the region. Newcastle Herald · Jul 1
Stocks in news: Kotak Mahindra Bank, Tata Motors, HDFC Bank, IndiGo, Coal India Indian markets experienced a volatile yet narrow trading range, concluding marginally lower as consolidation persists. Analysts await a decisive breakout above 24,200. Key stocks like Tata Motors, HDFC Bank, IndiGo, Coal India, and Kotak Mahindra Bank are in focus due to significant developments including new product launches, executive appointments, and… The Economic Times · Jul 1
South Africa’s move to renewable power is complex, but clearing 5 bottlenecks would speed it up South Africa is moving away from coal-fired electricity, which currently supplies 74% of the country’s power, to wind and solar energy. But as the country’s experience shows, the transition is complex and is being slowed down. The Conversation · Jun 30
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
Iran war turns Asia toward diversifying energy supplies, undermining climate goals Asian nations hit hard by the Iran war’s price shocks are rushing to diversify and strengthen their energy security, potentially undermining their commitments to curb climate change The Independent UK · Jun 30
The Guardian - UK · Jun 30 ‘Commanding heights of the economy’: the postwar blueprint that inspires Burnham In the second of a series on nationalisation, we look at the lessons from Clement Attlee’s administration
The Economic Times · Jun 30 Sri Lanka reduces fuel prices after Middle East ceasefire Sri Lanka on Tuesday cut fuel prices by up to six percent, the first such move since the Middle East war triggered a surge in energy prices in the import-dependent nation. Sri Lanka, which buys in all of its oil and also relies on imported coal for power generation, has…
Newcastle Herald · Jun 29 Nearly 300 Hunter coal jobs gone in staged mine closure The mining giant said a combination of factors led to the decision.
Newcastle Herald · Jun 29 $3 billion black hole: how will we replace state's coal royalties when they go? Letters: 'Let alone the high-paying jobs.'
MarketBeat · Jun 29 Is Apple’s Latest Plunge the Canary in the Coal Mine for Tech Stocks? Apple's price hikes have spooked the market, and with Microsoft doing the same, it could be the first sign of a broader tech problem starting to bite.
Euronews · Jun 28 A ‘strategic mistake of colossal proportions’: Why Trump is losing the war on renewables Donald Trump’s efforts to push polluting coal onto Americans appear to be failing, as more households opt for rooftop solar.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 27 Brassed Off review – stirring tale of coal and cornets moves Yorkshire audience to tears In a cavernous venue seemingly designed for a colliery-based story, Amy Leach directs Paul Allen’s adaptation of the 1996 film
Newcastle Herald · Jun 26 Timeslot aside, NBN News won't be the same without departing Jane Goldsmith Letters: 'Can those Greenies who haunt these pages explain where the taxes are coming from to replace this amount?'
The Economic Times · Jun 26 Hormuz oil shock echoes 1973 embargo lessons The recent Strait of Hormuz closure, though brief, signals a potential turning point for global energy. Echoing the 1973 oil embargo, this crisis highlights the vulnerability of interconnected markets. Nations are now prioritising energy security over cost, accelerating investments in domestic renewables, nuclear and even coal, alongside efficiency measures.
Newcastle Herald · Jun 26 High-profile activist faces court after coal port blockade The activist was previously punched by a police officer at a separate protest.
The Economic Times · Jun 24 MoSPI releases discussion paper to identify apt method to compile coal monetary asset accounts India's Ministry of Statistics has released a discussion paper on valuing coal assets monetarily, aligning with UN environmental accounting standards. This initiative aims to provide crucial data for policymaking and sustainable development by assessing resource value and depletion costs. The paper also presents physical coal accounts, highlighting India's significant production…