Govt asks industry players to invest in technology towards greener, cleaner future

The government on Friday stressed on the importance of coal and lignite gasification projects in India’s energy transition and urged industry players to invest in the technology towards a greener and cleaner future. Coal Secretary Amrit Lal Meena also stressed on the government’s support to the industry through initiatives, including financing and incentives, for promotion […]

Govt approves setting up of coal-to-SNG project through CIL-GAIL joint venture

The government on Wednesday approved setting up of a coal-to-SNG (Synthetic Natural Gas) project through a joint venture between Coal India and GAIL, and a coal-to-ammonium nitrate project through a venture between CIL and BHEL. The decision was taken at the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra […]

Domestic coal-based power generation rises 7 per cent in April- December

Domestic coal-based power generation increased 7.14 per cent to 872 billion units (BU) in the April-December period of the current fiscal. The rise in domestic coal-based electricity generation reflects an ample supply of coal to meet the growing energy demand in the country, the coal ministry said in a statement. Domestic coal-based power generation was […]

Central Coalfields eyes Rs 5,000-cr annual capex by 2030; Coal production target FY25 set at 106 million tonne

Coal India’s subsidiary Central Coalfields Ltd plans to increase its annual capital expenditure to Rs 5,000 crore by 2030 while expanding its operations to increase coal output. This is against a targetted Rs 2,100 crore in the current fiscal, which is set to be exceeded by Rs 900 crore. CCL is aiming to register a […]

Coal India to foray into critical minerals

In an ambitious move to diversify into critical mineral mining, Coal India Limited (CIL)is considering starting exploration and mining of lithium, a key element in India’s energy security strategy. CIL is seeking to acquire a block from the government for lithium exploration, with plans to commence mining upon successful confirmation of lithium deposits. B Veera […]

NCLAT rejects Jindal Power plea to allow its bid for Tuticorin Coal Terminal

The insolvency appellate tribunal NCLAT has dismissed the plea of Jindal Power to allow the company to participate in the ongoing resolution process of debt-ridden Tuticorin Coal Terminal. A two-member bench of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) upheld the earlier order passed by the Mumbai Bench of NCLT, which said that under CIRP […]

PSUs in coal sector brought 18,849 hectares under green cover in last 10 years: Govt

The public sector units operating in the coal sector have brought 18,849 hectares under green cover in the last 10 years by planting 42.3 million saplings, the government on Monday said. The move shows the commitment of the coal sector to environment-friendly sustainable mining practices, the coal ministry said in a statement. The coal public […]

Eighth round of commercial coal mines auction has received overwhelming response: Govt

The eighth tranche of commercial coal mine auctions has received an overwhelming response from the industry, the government said on Friday.The last date for submission of bids for the eighth round is January 29. “The ongoing 8th round has witnessed an overwhelming response from the industry, which is evident from the fact that a lot […]