The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition challenging forest land diversion for an Adani group coal mining project in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh. The court also rejected a plea against the Madhya Pradesh government’s approval. An activist had sought to declare the area an eco-sensitive zone, citing its importance as an elephant corridor and a biodiverse…
Adani Power is set to acquire a significant stake in Jaiprakash Power Ventures and a thermal power plant. This move is part of a resolution plan for Jaiprakash Associates. The acquisitions will boost Adani Power’s generation capacity and expand its presence in the thermal power sector. The deal is expected to be completed within 90…
The latest peak surpassed Tuesday’s all-time high of 260.5 GW recorded during solar hours. The latest demand levels have already crossed last summer’s record peak of 243 GW, and even those recorded during the evening. The peak demand recorded is inching closer to the projected 271 GW for the season.
India’s scorching summers strain power grids, forcing costly upgrades. While cities like Nagpur manage peak demand with advanced cooling, many low-income families face unaffordable electricity bills. This forces them to endure sweltering homes, impacting health and productivity. Despite state plans for cheaper renewable energy, immediate relief for the most vulnerable remains elusive, highlighting a critical…
India’s electricity demand has hit an all-time high of 260.5 gigawatts. This record was set on Tuesday as heat waves gripped the nation. The demand is rising sharply even before the peak summer months. This surge underscores the growing need for electricity. The government is prepared for higher demand.
Reliance Industries will invest Rs 2 lakh crore to develop 7,200 MW of nuclear capacity. Adani Power has outlined Rs 1.5 lakh crore for 6,000 MW projects, while state-run NTPC will invest Rs 1 lakh crore in building 7,200 MW capacity. Lalitpur Power Generation Company, part of the Bajaj Group, will invest Rs 2 lakh…
US firm I Squared Capital is investing one billion dollars in India’s power transmission sector. A new entity, Cube Grid, will build essential grid infrastructure. This move taps into a multi-decade opportunity driven by India’s growing energy needs. The company sees stable, long-term returns from transmission projects. This investment will support India’s economic growth and…
NTPC’s Nabinagar plant in Aurangabad, Bihar, is undergoing a major expansion. Stage II will add three 800 MW units, increasing total installed capacity to over 4,360 MW. This expansion will provide Bihar with an additional 1,500 MW of power. The new units will use advanced technologies to reduce water consumption and improve efficiency. The project…
The SHANTI Act of 2025 has significantly boosted opportunities for US commercial nuclear companies to collaborate with India. A high-level US delegation, including NEI’s CEO Maria Korsnick, met with Indian ministers to discuss expanding clean energy cooperation. Korsnick highlighted the US’s advanced reactor technologies and expressed readiness to partner with India based on its specific…
Maharashtra has signed MoUs with four companies, including Adani Power and Reliance Industries, to attract Rs 6.5 lakh crore in nuclear energy investments. These projects aim to generate 25,400 MW of power and create 1,23,500 jobs, bolstering the state’s clean energy initiatives and contributing to India’s energy-rich nation goal.