Deloitte India and IPS Energy Partner to Enhance Digital Asset Management
Deloitte India and IPS Energy have entered into a strategic alliance aimed at accelerating digital transformation across the power sector. The collaboration will focus on deploying advanced asset management solutions that improve operational efficiency, optimize maintenance planning, and support utilities in managing increasingly complex energy infrastructure. By combining Deloitte’s consulting expertise with IPS Energy’s asset management technology, the partnership seeks to strengthen reliability, performance, and long-term value creation for power sector stakeholders.
India’s Solar Capacity Reaches 157 GW Milestone
India’s installed solar power capacity has reached 157 GW, reinforcing the country’s position among the world’s leading renewable energy markets. Renewable energy now accounts for 42.55% of the nation’s total installed power capacity, highlighting steady progress toward energy transition goals. Continued growth in utility-scale solar, rooftop installations, and supportive government policies has driven this expansion, supporting energy security, sustainability objectives, and long-term decarbonization efforts.
Tamil Nadu Approves ₹15,032 Crore Power Infrastructure Expansion
Tamil Nadu has announced a major investment of ₹15,032 crore across 231 power infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening the state’s electricity network. The projects will focus on transmission upgrades, distribution improvements, and enhanced grid reliability to support growing industrial and residential demand. The initiative is expected to facilitate renewable energy integration, improve power quality, and support the state’s long-term economic and industrial development objectives.
PM Modi Highlights Solar-Powered Agriculture Model for Africa
Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased India’s solar-powered agriculture initiatives as a potential solution to food security challenges across Africa. The model combines clean energy with agricultural productivity by enabling solar-powered irrigation and reducing dependence on conventional fuels. The approach supports sustainable farming, lowers operational costs for farmers, and aligns with broader climate and development goals, offering a scalable framework for emerging economies.
NTPC REL Issues EPC Tender for 550 MW Battery Storage Project
NTPC Renewable Energy Limited has floated an EPC tender for a 550 MW/2200 MWh ISTS-connected Battery Energy Storage System project. The initiative marks another significant step in strengthening grid flexibility and supporting renewable energy integration. Large-scale storage projects such as this are expected to improve grid stability, enhance peak demand management, and accelerate the adoption of variable renewable energy sources across India’s power system.
NGEL Invites Bids for Electrification Works at Jetsar Solar Station
NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) has invited bids for the electrification of security cabins at its 160 MW Jetsar Solar Station in Rajasthan. The project forms part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational infrastructure and improve facility management at the solar installation. The initiative reflects the continued development and optimization of support infrastructure essential for efficient renewable energy project operations.
CERC Allows Withdrawal of Corporate Restructuring Petition
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has permitted the withdrawal of a corporate restructuring petition following guidance issued by the Central Transmission Utility of India Limited (CTUIL). The decision highlights the importance of regulatory clarity and coordinated stakeholder engagement in transmission and power sector restructuring matters. The outcome is expected to streamline future processes involving connectivity and transmission-related corporate changes.
CERC Provides Relief for 700 MW Maharashtra Solar Project
CERC has granted limited relief to a 700 MW solar project in Maharashtra affected by transmission connectivity delays linked to CTUIL processes. The ruling acknowledges project implementation challenges arising from external infrastructure constraints while maintaining regulatory oversight. The decision could have broader implications for renewable energy developers facing similar transmission-related hurdles as India expands its clean energy capacity.
Power Generators Seek Relief Amid Late Payment Surcharge Disputes
Late payment surcharge disputes between power generators and distribution companies continue to intensify, prompting developers to seek regulatory intervention from CERC. The disputes involve payment recovery mechanisms and financial obligations affecting sector liquidity. Industry participants are closely monitoring regulatory proceedings as the outcome could influence cash flows, financial stability, and contractual relationships across the power sector.
Rajesh Power Services Wins Odisha Transmission Contract
Rajesh Power Services has secured a contract from OPTCL for a 220 kV underground transmission project in Odisha. The project aims to strengthen urban transmission infrastructure while improving network reliability and reducing right-of-way challenges associated with conventional overhead lines. The development supports Odisha’s efforts to modernize its electricity transmission network and accommodate growing power demand.
Powergrid Secures Inter-Regional Transmission Expansion Project
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (Powergrid) has emerged as the successful bidder for a major transmission project connecting the Western and Eastern regions under the Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) framework. The project is expected to strengthen inter-regional power transfer capability, facilitate renewable energy evacuation, and enhance overall grid resilience as India continues expanding its electricity infrastructure.
Smarten Plans Distributor Network Expansion Across India
Smarten has announced plans to expand its distributor network beyond 350 partners during FY 2026-27. The company aims to strengthen nationwide availability of power backup and solar energy solutions while enhancing customer reach across urban and rural markets. The expansion strategy reflects growing demand for decentralized energy solutions and increasing adoption of solar-powered backup systems throughout the country.
Mufin Green Finance Targets Growth in Solar and EV Financing
Mufin Green Finance is focusing on profitable expansion as its solar and electric vehicle financing portfolio approaches ₹460 crore. The company sees significant opportunities in supporting India’s clean energy transition through specialized financing solutions. Increasing adoption of rooftop solar systems and electric mobility is expected to drive demand for accessible financing, creating growth opportunities for green lending institutions.
Bondada Engineering Wins 250 MW Solar Plus Storage EPC Contract
Bondada Engineering has secured an EPC contract from NTPC for a 250 MW solar-plus-storage project. The project combines renewable generation with energy storage capabilities, supporting grid stability and improved utilization of solar resources. The award reflects growing momentum in hybrid renewable energy projects designed to deliver reliable and dispatchable clean power across India’s evolving energy landscape.
Tripura Floats Rooftop Solar Tender Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme
Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) has invited bids for rooftop solar installations across Dharmanagar and Unakoti districts under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. The initiative aims to accelerate residential solar adoption, reduce consumer electricity costs, and contribute to distributed renewable energy growth. The project aligns with national efforts to expand rooftop solar deployment and strengthen energy self-sufficiency.
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