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HPCL's Rajasthan refinery restarts key crude unit after April fire

Hindustan Petroleum Corp Ltd's joint venture refinery in Rajasthan has restarted its crude distillation unit after a fire in April. This restart allows for a phased ramp-up of fuel production. Key products like diesel, LPG, and petcoke are already being produced. Petrol production is expected next week. The refinery is…

The Economic Times

Does E20 petrol attract ants due to sugar residue? Here's what you need to know

India mandates E20 petrol from April 1, 2026. Viral claims suggest E20 attracts ants due to sugar. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) refutes this, calling it baseless. Fuel-grade ethanol undergoes purification, removing sugars. Denaturants in ethanol repel insects. BPCL confirms E20 petrol does not attract ants or insects around fuel…

The Economic Times

US emergency oil stockpile plunges to lowest level since Reagan era amid West Asia war

America's emergency oil reserve has fallen to its lowest point since 1983. This significant drop follows extensive releases to manage economic impacts from global conflicts. Officials express concern about operational capacity and vulnerability to weather disruptions. The reserve's current low level raises alarms for future energy security.

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Oil Bosses Warn US Reserves Are Hitting 'Tank Bottom' as the White House Calls the Claim False

Oil executives warn the Trump administration of rapidly depleting fuel reserves due to the Strait of Hormuz disruption, but the White House dismisses these concerns despite supporting federal data.

International Business Times UK

SPRC sets out plan to become fully integrated energy provider

Star Petroleum Refining Plc (SPRC) has entered 2026 with a bold new vision: to transform itself from a standalone refinery into a fully integrated energy provider.

Bangkok Post

CIC pulls up PNGRB over RTI reply on safety, inspections of IGL pipeline work

The Central Information Commission has criticized the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board. This is for not properly answering a Right to Information request. The request sought details on safety measures for gas pipeline work by Indraprastha Gas Limited. The Commission ordered the regulator to provide a better response.

The Economic Times

Govt focusing on 'automation' of explosives units for safer operations: Official

The Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade is prioritizing automation in explosives manufacturing. This move aims to significantly improve safety and prevent tragic accidents. The department is also strengthening regulatory reforms and increasing the capacity of the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation.

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Govt restricts bulk industrial petrol, diesel purchases through petrol pumps

Industrial and commercial users can no longer buy petrol and diesel from petrol pumps. They must now get fuel from bulk sale points. This change follows a surge in demand for diesel. The government aims to ensure fair distribution for all consumers. Restrictions are in place for up to 90…

The Economic Times

Refiners adjust sourcing as war rattles markets

Thailand's major oil refineries continue to operate smoothly and supply the nation with refined oil despite escalating conflict in the Middle East, according to the Federation of Thai Industries' Petroleum Refining Industry Club.

Bangkok Post

US slaps sanctions on Cuba's oil and gas company, accusing it of weaponising energy

Cuba is already struggling under a decades-old embargo and a lack of petroleum as the US keeps pushing for a change in its economic and political model.

Euronews

America’s emergency oil reserve is about to hit lowest level since Reagan era

Since March, Trump has tapped 66 million gallons of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve

The Independent UK

The world's oil piggy bank is being smashed open. What can go wrong?

Global oil inventories are plummeting to multi-decade lows, exacerbated by Middle Eastern supply disruptions and the rapid depletion of strategic reserves. Escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly involving Iran, threaten further supply shocks. The world faces a potential oil crisis with diminished buffers and constrained transit routes, suggesting prolonged market vulnerability.

The Economic Times

Women-led development will add 2-3% to GDP: Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Wednesday highlighted that shifting from "women-centric" to "women-led" development can significantly drive India's economic growth, will directly boost GDP growth by 2-3 per cent, as the Cabinet passed a resolution hailing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 4,399 days in office.

The Economic Times

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Even if the war ends now, it will take months for prices to come down

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America’s emergency oil reserve is about to hit its lowest level since Reagan was in office

The Trump administration has drained 66 million barrels from the SPR since the war in Iran began.

The Economic Times

India's May fuel consumption up 2.4%; LPG demand drops 20% amid Hormuz disruptions

India's fuel consumption rose to 19.93 million metric tons in May, a slight increase from April but a 6.5% drop year-on-year. Liquefied petroleum gas consumption plummeted by approximately 20% due to shipping disruptions and sanctions impacting Iranian imports. Gasoline sales declined, while diesel consumption saw an increase.

The Economic Times

DEE Development Engineers Ltd bags Rs 387 crore contract from Bharat Petroleum

Engineering firm DDEL secured a significant Rs 386.83 crore contract from Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. This order is set to be executed until February 2028, providing long-term revenue visibility. DDEL's order book now exceeds Rs 2,400 crore, positioning the company for sustained growth. The company is expanding its participation in…

The Economic Times

India has 76 days of fuel reserves, oil supplies secure: Hardeep Singh Puri

India possesses robust fuel reserves, sufficient for approximately one month of disruption. The nation's diversified sourcing strategy and expanding energy infrastructure provide a strong buffer. Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri expressed confidence that global supply shortages will be mitigated. Additional gas supplies will further strengthen energy security. India is well-positioned…

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Barchart

Selling Short 1-Month Occidental Petroleum Put Options Is Still Working

Shorting Occidental puts has worked for the last 2 months, as seen in my last 2 Barchart OXY articles. This is even though oil and OXY stock have been volatile, but mostly flat. It makes sense to play this next month.

The Economic Times

Indian households continue to pay among the lowest cooking gas prices in the world: Petroleum Ministry

The Indian household continues to buy cooking gas much cheaper than the household in any neighbouring country, and far below the price paid in advanced economies such as the United States, Australia and Canada, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said on Sunday, noting that a beneficiary of the…

AAP

Limited interest in latest oil and gas lease sale for Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge

Two corporations bid on a handful of leases during the latest oil and gas lease sale in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge

AAP

US set to hold latest oil and gas lease sale for Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge

The Trump administration's push to expand oil and gas development in Alaska faces a new test Friday

Barchart

How Is Marathon Petroleum's Stock Performance Compared to Other Oil Refiner Stocks?

Marathon Petroleum has outperformed its industry peers recently, and analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Barchart

Is Occidental Petroleum Stock Outperforming the S&P 500?

Occidental Petroleum has outperformed the S&P 500 over the past year, and analysts are moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Bangkok Post

Siam Gas anticipates over 10% sales growth

Siam Gas and Petrochemicals Plc (SGP), Thailand's second-largest liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) trader by volume, expects sales to grow by at least 10.5% year-on-year to 3.5 million tonnes in 2026 despite sharp increases in global LPG prices triggered by Middle East tensions.

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