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The MAE-1 gas discovery highlights the shift from coal-heavy power to cleaner, flexible natural gas in the global energy transition.(Representing ai image) MAE-1 Discovery and the Energy Transition: Why Natural Gas Is Emerging as the Bridge Fuel Over Coal  - Dr.Sanjaykumar pawar Introduction: A Turning Point in the Energy Mix For decades, coal has been the backbone of electricity generation in many developing and emerging economies. Its abundance, established infrastructure, and historically low upfront costs made it the default fuel for rapid industrialization. However, the global energy landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift. Rising climate commitments, worsening air pollution, volatile coal prices, and mounting health costs are forcing governments and investors to rethink long-term energy strategies. Against this backdrop, the MAE-1 natural gas discovery has emerged as a strategically significant development. More than just a new hydrocarbon find, MAE-1 represents an op...

EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is reshaping global metal trade and challenging India’s steel and aluminium exporters.(Representing ai image) CBAM Explained: How EU’s Carbon Tax Threatens India’s Metal Exports  -Dr. Sanjaykumar Pawar Economic Analyst  Table of Contents Introduction: A Carbon Tax That Redefines Global Trade What Is CBAM? Understanding the World’s First Carbon Border Tax Why January 1 Matters: CBAM Goes Live India–EU Trade Ties and the Importance of Metal Exports Why Indian Metal Exports Are Vulnerable The 15–22% Price Cut Threat: What It Really Means Blast Furnace vs Electric Arc Furnace: A Structural Disadvantage MSMEs at the Frontline of the CBAM Shock Is CBAM About Climate or Commerce? WTO Rules and the CBDR Debate Data Snapshot: Emissions, Trade Exposure, and Cost Impact How Other Countries Are Positioned What Can India Do? Policy and Industry Responses Long-Term Implications for India’s Industrial Strategy Conclusion: Carb...