India’s deepwater energy ambitions received a boost with the detection of natural gas in the Sri Vijayapuram-2 well, raising hopes of a major hydrocarbon reserve, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has confirmed. India’s aspirations for aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) in hydrocarbons received a significant boost with the detection of natural gas in the Andaman Basin, located in...
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Centre Defends Ethanol Blending Programme Amid Mileage Concerns; Highlights $16.5 Billion Forex Savings
Despite ethanol now costing more than refined petrol, oil marketing companies continue blending it into fuel, citing long-term gains in energy security, rural incomes, and environmental sustainability, according to the ministry. Amid growing public debate over the impact of 20 per cent ethanol-blended petrol (E20) on vehicle mileage and engine life, the Ministry of Petroleum...
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India Invites Feedback on Oil & Gas Reforms Ahead of Landmark OALP Round X: Hardeep Singh Puri
It is a great time for our industry leaders and entrepreneurs to look at oil and gas exploration in India. It has never been easier, faster and more profitable to do exploration in India,” Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri posted on the microblogging platform X, while inviting feedback on a series of proposed reforms to...