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Record Renewable Energy Cuts Coal’s Share in India’s Power Mix

By Uniquetimesorg August 1, 2026 0

India’s renewable energy generation reached a record high in July, reducing coal’s share in the country’s power mix to its lowest level in a year, according to government data. Renewable sources contributed 20% of total electricity generation, producing 36.25 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh), up 30% compared to July last year. Coal’s share in Continue Reading

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India’s Coal-Fired Power Generation Climbs to Highest Level Since November 2023

By Uniquetimesorg July 3, 2026 0

India’s coal-fired power generation rose sharply in June, reaching its highest level since November 2023 as an extended heatwave and below-average monsoon rainfall pushed electricity demand higher. According to government data, total electricity generation increased 10.4% year-on-year to 178.31 billion kilowatt-hours, while coal-based power output jumped nearly 14% Continue Reading

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India Assures Adequate Coal Supply Ahead of Summer Power Demand Surge

By Uniquetimesorg March 11, 2026 0

India has sufficient coal reserves to meet an expected surge in electricity demand during the upcoming summermonths, the Ministry of Coal announced on Wednesday. The reassurance comes amid disruptions in global gas supplies caused by the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. According to the ministry, the country currently holds about 210 million metric tons of […]Continue Reading

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Meghalaya Rat Hole Mines: The ‘Wealthy’ Curse

By uniquetimes January 12, 2019 0

Having a huge collection of coal underneath is not always helpful. The ‘Meghalaya experience’ shows how dangerous it can be. Meghalaya is one of the richest states in terms of the availability of natural resources such as coal and limestone underneath. Behind this story of wealth, there is an unpleasant story of the exploitation of […]Continue Reading