June 2025

PGCIL likely to commission five ISTS-TBCB schemes soon

Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (PGCIL) is expected to soon commission as many as five interstate transmission system (ISTS) schemes that it was awarded under the tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) route. According to a special Read more

Polycab showcases advanced power and data transmission solutions

Polycab India Ltd demonstrated its cutting-edge portfolio of power and data transmission products at the Chennai Cloud &Datacenter Convention 2025 - one of India’s most premier platforms focussed on datacenter and cloud infrastructure innovation. In a release, Polycab said Read more

MAHAPREIT and SEforALL partner to advance energy efficiency in Maharashtra

Mahatma Phule Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Technology Ltd (MAHAPREIT), and Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) recently signed an MoU to collaborate on accelerating energy efficiency implementation across Maharashtra. This MoU marks a collaborative effort to deliver integrated, data-driven, and Read more

EPTA calls for flexibility on ISTS waiver

The Electric Power Transmission Association (EPTA), the apex association for transmission companies, has urged the government to adopt a more flexible approach on the planned withdrawal of inter-state transmission system (ISTS) waiver. The association suggested the government to explore Read more

Adani commissions India’s first off-grid green hydrogen pilot plant

Adani New Industries Ltd (ANIL) has announced the successful commissioning of India’s first off-grid green hydrogen pilot plant, of 5 MW capacity, in Kutch, Gujarat, marking a major milestone in the nation’s clean energy transition. The state-of-the-art plant is Read more

We’re focused on becoming a fully integrated power solutions provider: NEEC

National Electrical Equipments Corporation (NEEC) is a longstanding manufacturer of distribution and power transformers, catering not only to the domestic market but also to over 20 countries around the globe. In this exclusive interaction, we have Saurabh Patawari, Read more

Andhra Pradesh discom plans underground cabling under RDSS

Andhra Pradesh Central Power Distribution Corporation Ltd (APCPDCL) has proposed to convert overhead lines in select areas into underground cables, under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS). These underground cables will be laid in identified locations Read more

Bajel Projects lands Rs.400 crore-plus order from PGCIL

Bajel Projects Ltd has won an order valued at over Rs.400 crore from a TBCB subsidiary of Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (PGCIL). In release, Bajel Projects said that the order was placed by PGCIL on behalf of Read more

Localizing EV Charger Production: A Strategic Imperative for India

Creating a comprehensive charging infrastructure is necessary to promote the use of electric vehicles and decrease reliance on fossil fuels, delivering environmental sustainability. A major part of this journey will be determined by robust public-private partnerships between government, Read more

CEA issues draft safety regulations for battery energy storage systems

Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has issued draft regulations relating to safety measures for battery energy storage systems (BESS). These regulations essentially cover definitions and additional safety requirements for BESS. Under the general safety considerations, the following regulations have been Read more