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The government has urged consumers not to panic-book LPG cylinders, assuring that supplies remain normal and the average delivery cycle for domestic households is about 2.5 days. Officials said domestic LPG production has increased by 25 per cent, while India is importing crude oil from 40 countries and routing supplies through alternative corridors to ensure energy security.

'Don't panic-book LPG refills': Govt says supply normal, delivery cycle 2.5 days

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The government has conferred Navratna CPSE status on a major state-run refinery in the North-East, giving it greater financial autonomy and strategic freedom. With strong FY 2024–25 results and a proven performance record, the PSU now joins the list of 27 Navratna companies in India.

Big news for PSU sector: Govt grants Navratna tag to this major refinery — know details

India’s shift to 20% ethanol-blended petrol is facing public resistance amid fears of reduced mileage and higher costs. But the government has dismissed these claims, stating E20 has only a marginal fuel efficiency impact. Backed by automotive upgrades and green fuel benefits, the policy aims to cut emissions and boost rural incomes.

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Spanning more than one lakh square metres with a keen focus on innovation, the central government has said that IEW is set to be the second largest energy event across the globe, in terms of participation, exhibition space and sessions.&nbsp;The IEW 2025 event will be organised at the Yashobhoomi international convention and expo centre in Dwarka, New Delhi. The event is set to record unparalleled global participation from ministers, CEOs and industry leaders in the country’s crucial energy space.

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The government&nbsp;hiked special additional excise duty (SAED) on crude petroleum to Rs 12,100 per tonne with effect from September 30.&nbsp;In the last fortnightly review on September 15, windfall tax on domestically produced crude oil was set at Rs 10,000 per tonne.

Government increases windfall tax on domestic crude to Rs 12,100 per tonne, cuts levy on diesel & ATF

The thresholds were greatly reduced on Tuesday through a Ministry order whereby the domestic content contribution was lowered to 30 per cent — gradually escalating to 50 per cent

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Under phase 2, the&nbsp;government has given its nod for the construction of an additional 6.5 mt of strategic crude oil reserves at&nbsp;Padur in Karnataka with the capacity of 2.5 mt and at&nbsp;Chandikhol (4 mt) in&nbsp;Odisha.

Exclusive: Oil ministry seeks financing avenues for strategic petroleum reserves phase 2 projects under PPP mode, sources say 

After giving more attractive terms under its new hydrocarbon exploration licensing policy (HELP), the government is now likely revive plans to reform the regulatory framework in the oil and gas sector by arming the office of upstream regulator Directorate General of Hydrocarbons (DGH) with statutory powers

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In February, 2019, the government approved major reforms in exploration and licensing policy to enhance exploration activities, attract domestic and foreign investment in unexplored/unallocated areas of sedimentary basins and accelerate domestic production of oil and gas from existing fields, Pradhan said.&nbsp;

Government is working to reduce dependency on import from oil, gas: Dharmendra Pradhan

Iran is also a commercially attractive oil exporting country as it offers better terms for oil to India including a 60-day credit period and discounts on oil and insurance.

Oil supply to Indian refineries is adequate: Government

The merger options were indicated following Finance Minister Arun Jaitley's announcement in the 2017-18 Budget speech on the government's plan to create integrated public sector oil majors that will be "able to match the performance of international and domestic private sector oil and gas companies".

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The move will hit 225 petrol pumps in Mumbai alone, Federation of All Maharashtra Petrol Dealers Association (FAMPEDA) President Uday Lodh said.

4.500 Maharashtra petrol pumps to remain shut on Sundays

HDFC Bank on Tuesday pitched for reasonable merchant discount rate charges on credit and debit card transactions.

HDFC Bank wants reasonable MDR charges on credit & debit card transactions

Now, pay your fuel bills at 41,000 petrol pumps across 550 plus districts via Paytm 

On Sunday, the association had announced it would not accept payments through credit and debit cards from Monday.

Petrol pumps to accept card payment till Friday

Indian crude oil basket falls to four-month lows

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The government has urged consumers not to panic-book LPG cylinders, assuring that supplies remain normal and the average delivery cycle for domestic households is about 2.5 days. Officials said domestic LPG production has increased by 25 per cent, while India is importing crude oil from 40 countries and routing supplies through alternative corridors to ensure energy security.

IEW 2026 will be held in Goa from January 27 to January 30 where global ministers, CEOs and policymakers will gather to discuss energy security, investment and decarbonisation.

The government has conferred Navratna CPSE status on a major state-run refinery in the North-East, giving it greater financial autonomy and strategic freedom. With strong FY 2024–25 results and a proven performance record, the PSU now joins the list of 27 Navratna companies in India.

India’s shift to 20% ethanol-blended petrol is facing public resistance amid fears of reduced mileage and higher costs. But the government has dismissed these claims, stating E20 has only a marginal fuel efficiency impact. Backed by automotive upgrades and green fuel benefits, the policy aims to cut emissions and boost rural incomes.

Spanning more than one lakh square metres with a keen focus on innovation, the central government has said that IEW is set to be the second largest energy event across the globe, in terms of participation, exhibition space and sessions. The IEW 2025 event will be organised at the Yashobhoomi international convention and expo centre in Dwarka, New Delhi. The event is set to record unparalleled global participation from ministers, CEOs and industry leaders in the country’s crucial energy space.

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'Don't panic-book LPG refills': Govt says supply normal, delivery cycle 2.5 days

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