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SCCL's first Battery Energy Storage System in Telangana has delivered encouraging results, helping store surplus solar power and generate savings of Rs. 25.66 lakh. The project has improved energy utilisation and may pave the way for more renewable energy initiatives.

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka met Union Minister G Kishan Reddy in New Delhi and sought Central support for Singareni expansion plans, coal gasification initiatives, Koyyagudem Block-III allocation and faster processing of the Tadicherla Block-III mining lease.

Singareni Collieries Company Limited has taken a historic step by preparing women employees to work as heavy dumper operators in open cast mines. Thirteen women completed HMV training and are expected to be considered for future recruitment as dumper operators

SCCL is set to launch nine new coal mining projects to compensate for the anticipated production shortfall of 12.51 million tonnes due to the closure of four mines by 2027-28. The state government has cleared proposals aimed at ensuring energy security and employment continuity.

Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) won first prize in the Underground Mines Rescue Category at the International Mines Rescue Competition in Zambia, outperforming global teams with exceptional skill, discipline, and speed.

The Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) has received preliminary environmental clearance from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change for its ambitious Ramagundam Coal Mine Project. Coal output will primarily supply NTPC Ramagundam and other industries, marking a milestone in SCCL’s history.

Five underground mines in SCCL’s Srirampur Area achieved over 100 percent coal output in April, while overall production lagged behind targets due to poor performance of OCPs. Officials are taking steps to improve output and address operational challenges.

A massive copper cable theft worth Rs 1.30 crore has occurred at Singareni Collieries in Peddapalli, raising suspicions of insider involvement despite extensive security measures including CCTV cameras and thousands of personnel.

Union Minister for Coal and Mines, G Kishan Reddy, announced the introduction of a coal exchange to allow consumers to procure coal of their preferred grade. He emphasised the need for government coal companies, including SCCL, to maintain strict quality standards and reduce production costs to remain competitive.

Singareni Collieries Company Limited is facing financial stress due to pending bills worth over Rs 21,000 crore from power generation units. Delayed payments, rising costs and fund diversion concerns may impact salaries, welfare activities and future expansion plans.

Union Bank has expanded its existing Rs 1 crore accident insurance scheme for Singareni employees to include natural death coverage of Rs 10 lakh. The initiative, guided by Singareni CMD Dr Buddhaprakash Jyoti and Director Gowtham Potru, came into effect on April 1, 2026.

Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL), despite being profitable for two decades, has failed to meet its 2025-26 production target of 72 million tonnes, achieving only 58 million tonnes.

At a civic felicitation ceremony in Hyderabad, Retired Chief Secretary Kaki Madhava Rao praised former Singareni CMD N Balram for his humility and dedication to public service. Rao highlighted Balram’s rise from modest beginnings to the top leadership of Singareni Collieries.

TBGKS leader Kapu Krishna urged SCCL to reconvene the Medical Board to grant medical invalidation for workers, enabling dependent jobs for their children. Protests were staged across Kothagudem mines, with AITUC and INTUC joining demands against anti-labour policies and delays in assessments.

TBGKS staged a protest at the 2-incline coal mine in Godavarikhani, demanding SCCL conduct monthly medical boards and provide jobs to children of medically invalid workers.

SCCL executives are awaiting clearance of Rs.277 crore in performance related pay for 2022-23 and 2023-24, with the State government yet to approve the disbursal, prompting concerns and possible protests by officers’ associations.

Scrap theft incidents are rising in mines operated by Singareni Collieries, with thieves targeting iron scrap and copper cables. Security personnel have been attacked in several cases despite increased surveillance and deployment of guards.

The Telangana Mineral Development Corporation is facing criticism for allegedly failing to curb illegal sand mining and transportation from a Godavari river quarry in the Chennur constituency, with irregularities including diversion of sand consignments and collection of illegal charges

The Union Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas will soon auction three Coal Bed Methane (CBM) blocks in the Singareni region, with an estimated 19 billion cubic metres of gas reserves across six districts. SCCL has been advised to participate in the exploration process

A Singareni Collieries worker was injured in an accident at the Godavarikhani 11 Incline coal mine in Peddapalli on Wednesday morning. He sustained injuries to his wrist and right leg following a sudden side fall after blasting operations.