The annual growth rate of India’s coal imports declined to 2.49% in the past decade, down from 21.48% in the previous decade, reflecting progress towards energy self-reliance. The share of imported coal also decreased, with a compound annual growth rate of -2.29%. India aims to optimize its indigenous coal resources and leverage technology.
Asian stocks rise, dollar pares losses after slump
Equities rose in Japan, South Korea and Sydney, with futures pointing to a soft open in Hong Kong. US contracts edged higher in Asia after
January 7, 2025