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GameChange BOS transformers achieve short-circuit certification from CPRI

GameChange BOS, the transformer division of GameChange Energy Technologies, has announced its successful completion of dynamic short circuit type testing for its high-capacity, multi-winding transformers. The rigorous type test, conducted at the Central Power Research Institute ( Read more

CEA seeks ideas and proposals for R&D in power sector

Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has sought ideas and proposals related to research & development (R&D) in the power sector. These proposals are being sought from industry representatives with the objective of engaging academia with industry stakeholders. The ultimate objective Read more

CPRI proposes ultra high-voltage testing facility, CTUIL to examine proposal

Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) has proposed to set up testing facilities for catering to power transmission equipment of up to ultra-high voltage of 1,200kV. The proposal, initiated by CPRI in September 2025 in its meeting with the Union Read more

Power infrastructure testing facility proposed in Meghalaya, MoU signed

REC Ltd has successfully mediated a crucial memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Ltd (MePDCL) and the Central Power Research Institute (CPRI). In a release, REC said that this strategic partnership is a Read more

CPRI inaugurates advanced regional testing lab at Nashik, Maharashtra

Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), on September 10, 2025, inaugurated its latest advanced Regional Testing Laboratory (RTL) at Nashik. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Manohar Lal Khattar, Union Minister of Power & Housing and Urban Affairs, who inaugurated Read more

Raychem RPG EHV cable accessories get CPRI approval

  Raychem RPG has completed a stringent pre-qualification test protocols for its 245kV cable accessories manufactured in India, at Central Power Research Institute (CPRI). In a release, Raychem RPG – an equal joint venture between US-based TE Connectivity and domestic Read more

Modernization of CPRI’s synthetic test facility yet to take off

    The proposed modernization of the synthetic test facility (STF) of Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) has yet to start, it was informed in Parliament. In a written reply in the Lok Sabha on December 21, 2023, Union power minister Read more

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New mission “MAHIR” to leverage emerging technologies in power sector

  Ministry of Power and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy have jointly launched a National Mission to quickly identify emerging technologies in the power sector and develop them indigenously, at scale, for deployment within and outside India. The Read more

India’s first pilot project on Steel Caisson Technology by Bajaj Electricals

  In a landmark project that was India’s first pilot, Bajaj Electricals Ltd energized a transmission line in Punjab using monopoles made with Steel Caisson Technology. It was also the first deployment of monopoles in Punjab’s transmission landscape. Here Read more

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Global acceptance of Indian gear to improve with CPRI accreditation

  Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) has earned ISO/IEC17065 accreditation, which can potentially boost exports of Indian electrical equipment. A government release noted that CPRI has been granted the accreditation from National Accreditation Board for Certifying Bodies (NABCB) for certification Read more