Kalpana Pathak

As E20 becomes the default fuel across India, a growing number of motorists are opting for higher-octane petrol amid concerns that E20 could hurt mileage and

The nations ethanol blending programme is creating an unlikely winner: premium petrol.

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd is investing significantly to expand its retail offerings. The company aims to increase its market share by 2030. BPCL is expanding its electric vehicle charging network across major highways. It is also scaling up its Drive Fresh and Be Cafe initiatives. This strategy seeks to make travel more convenient for customers.

Indian transformer producers exude confidence in the face of new rules that allow Chinese competition. Their strong order books and ongoing capacity expansions illustrate their resilience. Many Chinese companies lack substantial manufacturing presence in India, making it harder to compete. Furthermore, government policies mandating significant domestic content in imported components ensure that local manufacturers maintain a competitive edge.

Mumbai Metro One Private Limited has successfully restructured its debt, avoiding insolvency. The company signed a Master Restructuring Agreement with NARCL for Rs 2,771.32 crore. This agreement strengthens the financial position of the metro operator. NARCL will now nominate a director to the company's board. A monitoring committee will oversee the restructuring implementation process.

Reliance Industries Limited is preparing to explore its eastern Sohagpur block. This move aims to augment gas production from its coal bed methane blocks. The company will begin with a test-phase investment estimated between ₹300-400 crore. This cautious, phased entry supports future resource additions and production expansion. Groundwork and planning for the eastern block are currently underway.

Industry participants said the country is considering exporting ethanol to neighbouring countries, including Nepal, Bangladesh, and Indonesia, which have 10% ethanol blending targets but lack adequate feedstock and distilling capacity. "We are seeking ethanol exports, because that would help in the interim period to move out some surplus from the country," said

Ena: India's ethanol production capacity has crossed 20 billion litres a year, with another 4 billion set to come onstream this fiscal year, CareEdge Ratings said in a May report.

ACME Solar secured significant project financing from REC Limited for a new power facility. This project will combine solar generation with battery storage for assured peak power delivery. The facility is designed to meet supply obligations with greater predictability for grid operators. Electricity generated will be sold to SJVN Limited under a long-term power purchase agreement. ACME Solar Holdings has a substantial portfolio of renewable energy projects under development.

The electricity generated will be sold to state-owned SJVN Limited under a 25-year power purchase agreement signed at a tariff of ₹6.74 per unit, giving