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• Extended exemption from Russian coal export duties

  04 Sep 2024

  Russia extends export duty exemption for thermal coal until December. Despite this measure, logistical restrictions and sanctions continue to hold back global demand. . ...Read More

• Report Says China, India Account for Nearly All New Coal-Fired Generation

  04 Sep 2024

  Research from a group that tracks fossil fuel and other energy projects shows that just 15 countries, led by China and India, account for 98% of coal-fired power plants under development worldwide. . ...Read More

• Standing Linkage Committee recommends long-term coal linkages for TNPGCL’s upcoming power projects

  02 Sep 2024

  The Standing Linkage Committee of Union Ministry of Coal has recommended grant of coal linkage for Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Limited’s (TNPGCL) three upcoming power plants . ...Read More

• India will be reliant on coking coal imports from Australia

  02 Sep 2024

  BHP Chief Executive Mike Henry discusses whether cheap iron ore exports from Australia can replace India’s domestic production. . ...Read More

• Coal India CMD P M Prasad to hold additional charge of Director (Technical)

  02 Sep 2024

  The Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of Coal India Limited (CIL), P M Prasad will hold the additional charge of Director (Technical). . ...Read More

• Coal Ministry and Coal India to Establish New Washeries to Boost Domestic Coal Quality

  02 Sep 2024

  New Delhi: The Ministry of Coal, in partnership with Coal India, is set to establish new coal washeries nationwide to enhance domestic coal quality and reduce reliance on imports. These washeries aim to optimize coal processing for improved utility in power generation and industrial use. . ...Read More

• Forge Resources Marks Progress in Colombian Coal Project

  29 Aug 2024

  • Pilot hole drilling completed for underground decline. . ...Read More

• Summer blackout threat eases but AEMO warns risks remain as coal, gas plants retire

  29 Aug 2024

  The body that keeps the lights on in Australia's biggest electricity system has scaled back its warnings about the risk of power shortages in coming years amid efforts to buttress supplies. . ...Read More

• Australia's South32 hunts for copper as it returns cash to shareholders

  29 Aug 2024

  South32 eyes larger stake in Sierra Gorda from KGHM . ...Read More

• China accelerates coal mining to ensure winter power supply

  29 Aug 2024

  A general view of a coal mine, during a Huawei-organised media tour, in Yulin city, Shaanxi province, China April 24, 2023. REUTERS/Tingshu Wang/File Photo . ...Read More

• Coal Ministry to raise ₹45,000 crore via auctions in FY25

  23 Aug 2024

  Coal Ministry aims to raise ₹55,000 crore in FY25 through commercial coal mine auctions, targeting increased production and reduced imports . ...Read More

• Energy Insider: China Approves 11 Nuclear Power Reactors, Curbs Coal Power Expansion

  23 Aug 2024

  A Hualong One nuclear reactor under construction in Changjiang, Hainan province, in June 2023. Photo: IC Photo . ...Read More

• Australia’s coal export market: Shifting trade dynamics with Asia

  23 Aug 2024

  Australia’s coal exports are concentrated across six key trading partners. . ...Read More

• NLC India To Increase Capex To Rs 1.25 Lakh Crore By 2030

  23 Aug 2024

  The company expects the asset monetisation process to generate nearly Rs 8,000 crore. . ...Read More

• Japan’s ‘urgent’ $1.6b coal deal driven by Qld royalty storm

  22 Aug 2024

  Japanese giant Nippon Steel says the Queensland government’s coal royalties grab influenced its decision to spend $1 billion buying a stake in Whitehaven’s Blackwater coking coal mine, amid rising concerns over supply security. . ...Read More