CNBC's Inside India newsletter: India's deepening ties with natural gas
Publishing timestamp: 2024-10-31 13:59:30
Summary
India is increasing its natural gas usage to meet growing energy demands, despite the volatility of the market. The country is promoting the use of compressed natural gas (CNG) for vehicles and encouraging LNG for domestic cooking. As imports of natural gas rise, government-owned entities like Petronet and gas distributors like GAIL are expected to benefit. Canadian government alleges Indian involvement in Sikh separatists plot, while India remains confident in hitting its growth targets. Indian stocks are struggling to maintain momentum, but there is optimism in setting up global capabilities centers in India for Fortune 500 companies. Investors are advised to diversify their portfolios outside the U.S., with India being a favorable option for growth.
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