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India's imports of Russian crude oil reached a record high in June, rising 34 per cent from May to EUR 4.5 billion, according to CREA. Despite higher export volumes, Russia's oil revenues declined due to lower global crude prices, the report said

Former BPCL Refineries Director R. Ramachandran said India's E20 ethanol blending programme was implemented after extensive planning involving multiple stakeholders. He clarified E85 is not part of current government policy and highlighted measures to strengthen energy security

The Supreme Court ordered status quo on the Karnataka High Court's direction to enhance ethanol allocation for ESY 2025-26. Hearing BPCL's plea, the court examined concerns that altering allocations could disrupt India's 20 per cent ethanol blending programme and trigger similar legal claims

India's state-run oil companies have repeatedly ensured uninterrupted fuel supplies during floods, the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical crises. Analysts say their nationwide network and strategic role continue to make them indispensable despite repeated attempts to privatise major public sector oil firms

According to HPCL, petrol supplies in Rajasthan increased 19 per cent between May 1 and May 20 compared to historical sales, while diesel supplies rose 24.5 per cent during the same period

India’s state-run oil companies are facing massive first-quarter losses as rising crude prices and frozen fuel rates widen under-recoveries. Despite global energy turmoil, petrol and diesel prices remain unchanged, forcing IOC, BPCL and HPCL to absorb daily losses while maintaining uninterrupted fuel and LPG supplies

Their supply networks were stretched to the limit, as panic buying triggered a sharp spike in demand after the war disrupted traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for the majority of India's energy imports.

State-owned oil companies Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited are facing rising losses as petrol and diesel prices remain frozen despite high crude costs, increasing financial strain and raising concerns over possible future fuel price hikes

An auto LPG shortage triggered by the Middle East crisis has hit Telangana, affecting nearly one lakh drivers. Supply disruptions, long queues and higher prices at private outlets have caused transport issues, prompting the State government to seek urgent intervention from the Centre.

Reliance Industries halted Russian crude purchases in January as Indian state refiners boosted imports amid steep discounts. IOC and BPCL raised intake, while Nayara Energy continued heavy buying, reflecting shifts driven by sanctions, pricing and evolving supply channels

BPCL signed MoUs with OIL, NRL, and FACT to advance its integrated growth strategy. The pacts were signed at the 28th Energy Technology Meet in Hyderabad on Tuesday. The agreements aim to enhance refining, petrochemicals, green energy, and logistics infrastructure, reinforcing India's path to energy self-reliance.

Panic broke out at the BPCL petrol pump in Punjagutta when a car caught fire on Monday evening. The driver and a passenger escaped safely, and staff used fire extinguishers to move the vehicle out, preventing a major mishap

State-owned IOC, BPCL and HPCL in separate statements said India has ample fuel stocks available and there is no need for panic buying

OMCs confirmed that they have enough LPG stocks at their bottling plants and that LPG distributors will operate as usual. They urged consumers not to panic.

Customers fueling any product i.e.,MS (Petrol), Speed, Speed 97 or HSD using UFill for an amount of Rs 200 or more at one go at the participating retail outlets will get 2 per cent extra amount of fuel.

The India's last greenfield refinery project coming up in Andhra Pradesh is likely to be commissioned in 48 months from the final investment decision

The BSE Sensex began trading at 81,611.07 after slipping 209.05 points or 0.26 per cent in early trade

Residents, accustomed to a swift turnaround of under three days, are now grappling with extended waiting times, prompting widespread concern and inquiries.

At the Nifty, only 10 companies managed to make advances, while 40 witnessed declines.

In its endeavor to convert waste to wealth, IICT had developed and patented a high rate biomethanation technology based on Anaerobic Gas lift Reactor (AGR) to generate methane rich biogas and nutrient rich biomanure.