In a joint statement issued after a meeting of Bob Dudley, BP Group Chief Executive and Mukesh Ambani with petroleum minister M Veerappa Moily in Delhi, the two companies said they have promised to speed up projects provided the necessary clearance from the government is in place. The investment includes the field optimization plan through compression and water handling will augment current production starting 2014. Natural gas production from the block is currently at a low of 30 mscmd.
The stock opened at Rs 856 and touched a high of Rs 868 in the morning deals. Over eight lakh shares changed hands on BSE and NSE.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors


Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share


Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor


Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements


Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app
