Posts by Venugopal Pillai

Our technology ensures long-term efficiency and sustainability: TS Conductor

US-based TS Conductor produces the patented and award-winning “TS Conductor” that offers a highly efficient, reliable and cost-effective alternative to conventional power conductors. TS Conductor recently formalized partnerships with two conductor manufacturers in India, paving the way for Read more

Bidding underway for interregional schemes in TBCB mode

The bidder selection process for two important interregional transmission schemes is currently underway. Bid process coordinators REC Power Development & Consultancy Ltd (RECPDCL) and PFC Consulting Ltd (PFCCL) have recently initiated the bidder selection process for Read more

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

PGCIL to merge 17 TBCB subsidiaries to improve administrative efficiency

With a view to reducing legal and regulatory compliance and bringing about administrative efficiency, Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (PGCIL) has planned major restructuring of its TBCB subsidiaries. Accordingly, PGCIL will be merging/transferring a total of 17 ISTS-TBCB Read more

RR Kabel launches “RRoshani” – a skill development programme for electricians

RR Kabel has launched “RRoshani” – a skill-development programme aimed at empowering underprivileged youth across Maharashtra. This project aims to equip young individuals, aged 18 to 30, with comprehensive technical training in electrical work, soft skills development, and job Read more

Techno Electric wins data centre mandate from RailTel

Techno Electric & Engineering Company Ltd (Techno) has received the letter of intent from RailTel Corporation of India (RailTel) to set up a 10-MW data centre on RailTel’s land at Noida, in Uttar Pradesh. In a stock exchange filing, Read more

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Explained: Why the mega Rajasthan HVDC project was re-tendered

This exclusive story takes a closer look at the bidding process of the Rajasthan HVDC project – the first ISTS-TBCB scheme involving HVDC infrastructure awarded to a private entity. On January 20, 2025, Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL) formally Read more

Diamond Power announces strategic partnership with US-based TS Conductor

Diamond Power Infrastructure Ltd (DIPL) has announced a strategic partnership with US-based TS Conductor. Through this partnership, Diamond Power will serve as TS Conductor’s stranding, marketing, and technology partner for the key customers in the Indian market. The alliance Read more

Stability and resilience must go hand in hand with grid expansion: Dastur Energy

Dastur Energy is a trusted advisor to governments and industries worldwide on the clean energy transition. Known for its innovative thinking and deep expertise, the company is sought after globally. Atanu Mukherjee, CEO of Dastur Energy, in this Read more

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PGCIL to place orders for Ladakh HVDC scheme in Q2FY26

Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (PGCIL) now expects to finalize contracts for the Ladakh HVDC scheme during the second quarter (July to September) of the current fiscal year. At a recent investor conference, R.K. Tyagi, CMD, PGCIL, explained Read more