2026

PFC Consulting incorporates four SPVs for intrastate-TBCB schemes

Bid process coordinator PFC Consulting Ltd has newly incorporated four wholly-owned subsidiaries that will act as special purpose vehicles (SPVs) for the development of as many intrastate transmission system (InSTS) schemes, the developer of which Read more

Gradual transition to green GIS technologies can be achieved, notes CEA report

A new report released by Central Electricity Authority (CEA) observes that a gradual transition to SF6-free GIS technologies can be achieved through a structured implementation approach. The newly-released “Report of the Committee on Use of Green Read more

Siemens launches comprehensive portfolio for the era of DC technology

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has launched a new, comprehensive portfolio of direct current (DC) protection and switching solutions, solidifying its position as a pioneer in the DC era. A company release noted that the new offering, including the innovative SENTRON Read more

RECPDCL aspires to develop transmission lines in Nepal, seeks partners

REC Power Development & Consultancy Ltd (RECPDCL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of REC Ltd, is aspiring to turn into a transmission service provider (TSP) for 400kV lines in Nepal, and to this effect, is seeking consortium partners. RECPCDL is seeking Read more

Hitachi and Adani Energy switch on HVDC city centre in-feed in Mumbai

Hitachi Energy and Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL) have successfully commissioned one of the world’s largest high-voltage direct current (HVDC) city center infeed in Mumbai, increasing power supply coming from outside the city by 50 Read more

Adani Energy commissions HVDC project in Mumbai

Adani Electricity Mumbai Infrastructure Ltd (AEMIL), a subsidiary of Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL), has commissioned a 1,000 MW HVDC transmission link between Kudus and Aarey. The project, comprising a 30- km overhead line and a 50-km underground corridor, Read more

IEEMA launches 17th edition of ELECRAMA, to be held in February 2027

The Indian Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA) has formally launched the 17th edition of ELECRAMA, the world’s largest electrical show. ELECRAMA 2027 will be held from 20th February to 24th February 2027 at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Read more

Over 6,000 ckm of new lines added on ISTS network in FY26, TBCB dominates

Over 6,000 ckm of new transmission lines (of 220kV or above) were added on the interstate transmission system (ISTS) network during FY26 with contribution from tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) projects clearly dominating. Read more

ANDRITZ to equip India’s largest pumped storage plant, wins mandate from Torrent Power

ANDRITZ, in a release, said that it will equip Torrent Power’s new Saidongar-1 Karjat pumped storage plant in Maharashtra with ten pump turbines, motor generators and additional electromechanical equipment. The order value is in the low three-digit million euro Read more

ELASIA 2026 opens on May 14 at BIEC, Bengaluru

The 11th edition of the international trade exhibition ELASIA opens on May 14, 2026, at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru. Organized by Triune Exhibitors Pvt Ltd, in association with the Electrical Consultants Association of India (ELCA) and the Read more