Oil & Gas
India raises windfall tax on petroleum crude
The Indian government has increased the windfall tax on petroleum crude to Rs 6,000 per metric ton from Rs 3,250, effective July 2, as stated in a notification issued on Monday. This tax is reviewed every two weeks. In July 2022, India began taxing crude oil production and the export of gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuel.
Petrol sales up 4%, diesel 1% in June
Fuel sales data from April to June indicates a growth in petrol and diesel consumption, with petrol sales rising by 4.2% and diesel sales by 0.7% year-on-year. The aviation turbine fuel (ATF) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sales also saw increases, reflecting a positive trend in the national oil product demand.
ATF price hiked 1.2% after a 6.5% cut seen in June
Jet fuel prices saw a 1.2% hike on Monday, with Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) rising to Rs 96,148.38 per kl in Delhi, following a previous 6.5% reduction on June 1. In Mumbai, ATF reached Rs 89,908.30 per kl. Meanwhile, commercial LPG prices for hotels and restaurants were cut by Rs 30 per 19-kg cylinder to Rs 1,646.
LPG Price Cut: Commercial LPG cylinder prices slashed yet again, this time by Rs 30
LPG Price Cut: Oil marketing companies have reduced the price of 19 kg commercial LPG cylinders yet again/ This follows recent cuts, including a Rs 69.50 reduction on June 1. These reductions provide essential relief to businesses, especially in the food and hospitality sectors, amid economic challenges.
GAIL says Urja Ganga gas pipeline completion delayed to March 2025
The Jagdishpur-Haldia-Bokaro-Dhamra Pipeline, part of the Urja Ganga project, connects refineries and has a significant transmission capacity, supporting gas supply to eastern states. Despite delays, the project aims to make gas more affordable and accessible in the region.
GAIL advances net zero emission target to 2035
GAIL accelerates its net zero carbon emission goal to 2035, aligning with India's commitments. The strategy includes electrification, renewables, and proactive emission reduction measures, reinforcing GAIL's pivotal role in India's sustainable development journey.
Veedol signs Sourav Ganguly as its brand ambassador
Veedol has a strong presence across all automotive segments, including 2-wheelers, passenger cars, agri and commercial vehicles (both heavy and small). There are products across various performance specifications and price points. Traditionally strong in the 2-wheeler segment with its flagship brand "Take-Off" and in agriculture with "Prima," Veedol is increasingly expanding its presence in the passenger car (PCMO) and commercial vehicle (CV) segments.
BPCL subsidiary gets NCLT nod to take over Videocon Oil
Bharat PetroResources secured the acquisition of Videocon Oil Ventures by matching offers and paying upfront, resulting in minimal creditor recovery. The resolution professional managed claims totaling Rs 30,640 crore from financial creditors.
NCLT approves BPCL subsidiaries acquisiton of VoVL
"The argument raised...that ROFR acts against there being a level playing field is equally fallacious. Being fully aware of the ROFR availbale to Bharat Petro and its implications PRIO submitted an offer for a commercial value that it believed would dissuade Bharat Petro from exercising its ROFR....There is no question on Bharat Petro's ROFR having an impact on the playing field between parties," the court said.
Indian Oil to boost LNG portfolio to 20 million tonnes by 2030
Indian Oil is set to increase its liquified natural gas (LNG) portfolio to 20 million tonnes per annum by 2030. The current portfolio stands at 7.8 million tonnes per year. Sujoy Choudhury, head of planning and business development revealed the development.
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BPCL sees nearly flat annual crude processing, executive says
Bharat Petroleum Corp (BPCL) anticipates no major changes in its annual crude processing for the current fiscal year despite a planned maintenance shutdown. BPCL will temporarily close a 120,000 bpd crude unit at its 310,000 bpd Kochi refinery for a month starting mid-September, stated Sanjay Khanna, BPCL’s head of refineries. Last fiscal year, BPCL processed nearly 800,000 bpd across its three refineries. BPCL is also expanding its Bina refinery to 220,000 bpd by mid-2027 and constructing a petrochemical plant to be operational by mid-2028.
India and China top buyers of Russian fuel oil in May, LSEG data shows
In May, Russian seaborne fuel oil and VGO exports peaked at 4 million metric tons, with India and China as top destinations. The surge followed the European Union's embargo on Russian oil products, redirecting supplies to Asia. Notably, ship-to-ship loadings near Greece and Malta facilitated the transfer of cargoes destined for Asia.
After 7 years and $1.2 bn investment, ONGC offers stake in Deen Dayal gas field
After investing nearly USD 1.2 billion over seven years with limited success, the state-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) is actively searching for partners to salvage the Deen Dayal gas field in the KG basin of the Bay of Bengal. On June 12, ONGC issued a call for expressions of interest from international oil and gas firms possessing the necessary technical expertise and financial capability to participate as partners, aiming to develop a viable strategy for the field, as per the tender document.
India's downstream oil and gas profits to fall; upstream to remain strong: Fitch Ratings
India's oil and gas sector is forecasted to have mixed fiscal performance in FY24, with downstream profits expected to decline while upstream growth remains robust, driven by a 3-4% increase in petroleum product demand for FY25. Diesel and petrol will dominate consumption, with anticipated stable marketing margins for oil marketing companies. Upstream companies will continue high capex for production growth, while crude oil import dependency is projected to increase despite rising domestic production.
About 16% Reliance shareholders oppose reappointment of Aramco chairman as director
Reliance Industries' shareholders approved reappointment of Yasir Othman H Al-Rumayyan and appointed Haigreve Khaitan as independent directors. They also reappointed P M S Prasad. The board is led by Mukesh D Ambani and includes his children Isha, Akash, and Anant, along with cousins Hital and Nikhi Meswani.
CNG prices hiked in Delhi-NCR, effective June 22
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices in Delhi and the National Capital Region have increased by one rupee, with prices in Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, and the national capital rising. New Delhi's CNG rate is Rs 75.09 per kg, while Noida, Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad rates are Rs 79.70 per kg.
