India's coal imports fall nearly 13% in April as domestic supply improves

Jul 02, 2026

India's coal imports fell nearly 13 per cent year-on-year in April 2026, driven by a sharp decline in imports by the power sector, as...

Ministry of Coal reveals plan to reduce imports and boost exports

Jul 29, 2024

In a significant shift in the country's energy landscape, the Ministry of Coal is spearheading a transformative initiative to reduce coal imports and promote...

Coal procurement scandal casts Pakistan in dim light

May 13, 2024

Power plants are increasingly turning to long-term coal imports, taking advantage of a market with ample liquidity and availability. This shift came after the...

Coal imports drop by 3.1 per cent during April-October 2024 amid push for self-sufficiency

Jan 14, 2025

The drop in coal imports is a significant achievement in India's pursuit of energy security, particularly in the face of growing demand for coking...

Govt says 132 commercial coal blocks allocated since 2020 to boost domestic production, cut imports

Jul 20, 2026

The government on Monday said it has allocated 132 commercial coal blocks since the launch of commercial coal mine auctions in June 2020 as...

India reported substantial reduction in import of coal this financial year

Nov 09, 2021

New Delhi [India], November 9 : India has substantially reduced the imports of Coal, including high GCV thermal coal used for industrial purposes and...