The Karnataka cabinet has asked NTPC to conduct a state-wide study to identify suitable locations for a proposed nuclear power plant, rejecting three previously suggested sites in Vijayapura, Raichur, and Koppal. The state will decide on the location after reviewing NTPC’s comprehensive report.
Gurdeep Singh will continue as Chairman and Managing Director of NTPC. His tenure gets a one-year extension. The extension is effective from August 1, 2025, till July 31, 2026. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the proposal. Earlier, PESB found no suitable candidates for the CMD post. NTPC is India’s largest power producer under…
Investments in thermal power generation are projected to double to ₹2.3 lakh crore by 2027-28, driven by rising energy demand and the need for base load power. Private sector participation is expected to increase significantly, contributing nearly a third of the total investment.
The Supreme Court has sided with the Himachal Pradesh government, mandating JSW Hydro Energy to supply 18% free electricity from its Karcham Wangtoo plant. This decision overturns a High Court order that had limited the free supply to 13%, reinforcing contractual obligations over regulatory caps.
Crisil Ratings projects a doubling of investments in thermal power. This surge aims to meet India’s escalating energy needs. Investments are expected to reach Rs 2.3 lakh crore by fiscal year 2028. Private companies will contribute a third of the investment. The government targets 80 GW of thermal capacity by fiscal year 2032.
The power ministry has launched a ₹1,000-crore ADEETIE scheme to encourage MSMEs to adopt energy-efficient technologies. It offers interest subvention on loans, 5% for micro and small enterprises, and 3% for medium enterprises. The scheme will be rolled out in phases, starting with 60 industrial clusters in FY26, and aims to catalyse ₹9,000 crore in…
Central Electricity Regulatory Commission rejected CESC Limited’s petition. The petition sought approval for a tariff related to long-term power procurement. This procurement involved 300 MW of power from wind-solar hybrid projects. The rejection stemmed from non-compliance with competitive bidding guidelines. CESC failed to secure prior approval for deviations. The Commission advised CESC to consider re-bidding.
India’s residential power consumption has surged by 10% annually, driven by urbanization, heatwaves, and population growth. Air conditioner sales have spiked, potentially adding 120 GW to peak demand by 2030. While coal dominates electricity generation, solar energy offers a chance to reduce reliance on it, especially during peak demand hours. Energy storage is crucial to…
Hitachi Energy has launched India’s first 400 kV class three-phase synthetic ester fluid-filled power transformer for Power Grid Corporation of India, marking a leap in sustainable power solutions. This transformer, manufactured in Vadodara, boasts a 315 MVA rating and enhances safety with its biodegradable ester fluid, reducing fire hazards and environmental risks.
Vanya Steels is investing Rs 100 crore in a 10 MW waste-to-energy power plant at its Koppal, Karnataka facility, expected to be operational by July 31, 2025. Utilizing Waste Heat Recovery Boiler technology, the project will convert industrial waste heat into clean electricity.