ONGC Inaugurates India’s First Geothermal Power Plant
Oil major ONGC inaugurated India’s first geothermal pilot under Wells to Watts initiative.
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Dassault Systemes Launches Energize India Hackathon
Dassault Systemes announced the launch of the Energize India Hackathon 2026, an initiative aimed at designing green-energy solutions.
Ministry of Mines Notifies Amendments to the Mineral Concession Rules
The Ministry of Mines has notified the Minerals Concession Rules providing detailed mechanism for inclusion of contiguous area in the mining lease and composite license of deep-seated minerals and inclusion of associated minerals in the mining leases of major as well as minor minerals.
Government Clarifies LPG Supply Adequate
The government clarified that the LPG supply in India remained sufficient, with additional cargoes already tied up to meet the demand.
Government Provides Full Customs Duty Exemption On Critical Petrochemical Products
The Government issued a notification exempting custom duty on critical petrochemical products.
Union Power Minister Chairs Ministerial Meet At Bharat Electricity Summit 2026
Union Power Minister Manohar Lal chaired a ministerial meet on the second day of the Bharat Electricity Summit where he called for coordinated efforts between Center and states.
Maiden Edition of Bharat Electricity Summit Gets Underway
The maiden edition of ‘Bharat Electricity Summit’, a four-day global conference-cum-exhibition for the power sector, got going on 19 March, 2026 at the Yashobhoomi Convention Center in Delhi.
PNGRB Waives Imbalance Charges Due To Gulf Uncertanities
Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board has waived the imbalance charges that were applicable to its various entities, shippers and consumers.
Nuclear Reforms Will Accelerate Development Of Rare Metals: Dr Jitendra Singh
Union Minister of State for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh said in parliament that development of rare earth metals in the country will be accelerated due to the recent nuclear reforms, including measures under the Shanti Act.
Government Amends Petroleum And Natural Gas Rules
Government of India amended the Petroleum and Natural Gas Rules, 2025, to boost ease of doing business as well as strengthening exploration and production infrastructure.