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Natural gas

Tracked across 100 events · 8124 articles · First seen Mar 09, 2018 · Last active Aug 24, 2026

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Domestic
Impact: Natural gas prices have seen a fourth hike in less than 15 days in India — Delhi, increasing by Rs 2 per kg, directly affecting consumers and transport operators.
May 26, 2026 · 17 articles
4 30
Regulatory
The India — Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has asked states and Union Territories to appoint district-level nodal officers to accelerate the shift of households from LPG to piped natural gas (PNG). In an…
Impact: Natural gas, particularly PNG, is the beneficiary of the policy, with increased household adoption expected to boost demand.
Aug 23, 2026 · 8 articles
4 20
International
Iran announced on Sunday the discovery of more than 200 billion cubic metres of natural gas in the southern Iran — Fars province, with over 160 billion cubic metres potentially recoverable. Petroleum Minister Mohsen Paknejad…
Impact: The discovery adds to global natural gas reserves, but its impact is muted by the war and sanctions affecting Iran's production.
Aug 23, 2026 · 7 articles
4 60
Regulatory
Impact: The price of Natural gas is set to decrease, making it more affordable for consumers in the transport sector and potentially increasing its usage.
Dec 17, 2025 · 7 articles
4 20
Domestic
Impact: The price of Natural gas surged by 36.16%, significantly contributing to India's wholesale inflation.
Apr 15, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Impact: The price of Natural gas has increased by Rs 4 per kg, adding to the overall rise in fuel costs and inflationary concerns in India.
May 19, 2026 · 125 articles
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Business
Impact: Natural gas>>> is highlighted as a cleaner, more affordable, and sustainable means of transportation, with the new hub facilitating its adoption.
May 26, 2026 · 6 articles
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Business
Impact: Natural gas is the underlying commodity; the study forecasts low domestic prices and growing demand for LNG exports.
Jul 16, 2026 · 7 articles
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Domestic
On July 31, 2026, the India — Union Council of Ministers, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the 'Samudra Manthan' National Offshore Exploration Scheme with an outlay of Rs 84,084 crore (approximately $10 billion)…
Impact: The scheme aims to boost natural gas exploration and production, supporting India's transition to cleaner energy and reducing import reliance.
Jul 25, 2026 · 76 articles
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Accidents
Bangladesh is facing a severe natural gas crisis that has forced the closure or reduced operation of six major urea fertilizer plants, including the state-owned Ashuganj Fertilizer Factory, which shut in March 2025. The shortage…
Impact: The core commodity in crisis, its shortage is causing industrial shutdowns and power outages. Domestic production decline and import disruptions are key factors.
Aug 23, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Impact: The conflict and blockade of Iranian ports directly impact the trade and supply of Natural gas, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 22, 2026 · 302 articles
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International
Impact: The price of Natural gas>>> has spiked due to Iran>>>'s chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz>>> and the United States>>>'s blockade on Iranian ports.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
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Regulatory
Impact: A 2.5-megawatt Natural gas power plant is being installed at the NOGaPS facility to provide reliable and sustainable electricity for industrial operations.
Jun 14, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Impact: The price of Natural gas>>> has spiked due to Iran>>>'s chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz>>> and the United States>>>'s blockade on Iranian ports.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
4 20
Domestic
Impact: The abundant and cheap supply of Natural gas>>> in Canada — Alberta>>> is being touted as a key resource for powering new data centers, potentially creating a new market for producers.
Jun 09, 2026 · 6 articles
4 20
International
Impact: The disputed maritime area is estimated to hold nearly 12 trillion cubic feet of Natural gas, making its extraction a key driver for resolving the dispute.
Jun 02, 2026 · 14 articles
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International
Impact: Natural gas supplies were affected by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, contributing to a global energy crisis.
May 12, 2026 · 71 articles
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International
Impact: Prices for Natural gas have spiked due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, contributing to a global energy crisis. The reopening of the strait is expected to ease these prices.
May 22, 2026 · 65 articles
4 20
Regulatory
Impact: Natural gas maintains a 40% share of generation, with rising sales for power generation offsetting declines in other sectors.
Jul 07, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
On August 6, 2026, the India — Union Council of Ministers, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the GOBARdhan (National Circular Bioenergy) scheme with an outlay of Rs 23,731 crore. The scheme, to be…
Impact: Compressed biogas, which is chemically equivalent to compressed natural gas, will be blended with CNG, potentially increasing the supply of renewable fuel in the transport sector and supporting the growth of the CNG ecosystem.
Aug 06, 2026 · 34 articles
6 30
Business
Amazon confirmed it is financially backing a massive private natural gas power plant in Pecos County, United States — Texas, to power a new data center campus. The GW Ranch plant, developed by Pacifico Energy,…
Impact: Natural gas is the fuel for the plant, increasing demand for the commodity.
Aug 07, 2026 · 20 articles
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International
Since the outbreak of the US-Israeli war on Iran on February 28, 2026, the Strait of Hormuz has been effectively blockaded by Iran, which has repeatedly attacked commercial vessels. In the week of August 8-15,…
Impact: Natural gas, especially LNG, is also transported through the strait. Disruptions affect global gas markets and prices.
Aug 08, 2026 · 174 articles
4 50
Domestic
Impact: Natural gas exports from Nigeria increased, further boosting the country's export earnings and current account surplus.
Jun 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Impact: Natural gas supplies have been affected by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The peace deal and reopening of the strait are expected to improve global supply and stabilize prices.
Apr 20, 2026 · 497 articles
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International
Impact: Sanctions on oil, Natural gas>>>, and petrochemicals are expected to be temporarily lifted during the negotiation period, allowing Iran>>> to sell its products freely, which would affect global energy markets.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
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International
Impact: Sanctions on oil, Natural gas>>>, and petrochemicals are expected to be temporarily lifted during the negotiation period, allowing Iran>>> to sell its products freely, which would affect global energy markets.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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International
Impact: Sanctions on oil, Natural gas>>>, and petrochemicals are expected to be temporarily lifted during the negotiation period, allowing Iran>>> to sell its products freely, which would affect global energy markets.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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International
Impact: The burning of Natural gas>>> is a significant source of carbon dioxide, contributing to global warming, though increased green energy use is impacting its future projections.
May 18, 2026 · 27 articles
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International
Impact: Natural gas trade through the strait is disrupted, contributing to energy price volatility.
Apr 20, 2026 · 480 articles
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International
Impact: Natural gas futures rose sharply, set for biggest monthly jump since March.
Jul 24, 2026 · 6 articles
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