The brief
- Peak power demand fell from 224.7 GW to 218.8 GW before reaching 236.34 GW again
- Demand swings affect Indian power generators and electricity suppliers
- El Nino effect: India’s coal imports may rise in October-December
- India’s kharif crops output may be lower, crops in winter season also at risk in rainfed areas
- Maharashtra drought: Why the 265-tehsil crisis could hit markets and the economy
- El Niño risks lower rabi output in rainfed areas
- El Nino may turn 'very strong' by late 2026, raising risks for India: IRI