Category: Power

In a major push to the renewable energy programme of Uttar Pradesh government, private sector firms have proposed to invest nearly Rs 19,000 crore in the state green energy sector. These include investment proposals of about Rs 13,000 crore and Rs 5,900 crore by Greenco and JSW Groups, respectively, in different renewable energy projects. It […]

The Supreme Court has restrained Delhi power utilities from disconnecting electricity supply to BSES Rajdhani Power Ltd (BRPL) and BSES Yamuna Power Ltd (BYPL) and directed them to maintain status quo till further orders. The power generation companies (gencos) Indraprastha Power Generation Company (IPGCL) and Pragati Power Corporation (PPCL) had issued notices to BRPL and […]

The Supreme Court has restrained Delhi power utilities from disconnecting electricity supply to BSES Rajdhani Power Ltd (BRPL) and BSES Yamuna Power Ltd (BYPL) and directed them to maintain status quo till further orders. Power generation companies Indraprastha Power Generation Company (IPGCL) and Pragati Power Corporation (PPCL) had issued notices to BRPL and BYPL seeking […]

Necessity driven research is needed for clean and sustainable energy that is required for the country, feels Dr Saurav Pal, Director Indian Institute of Science Education and Research. He was delivering the foundation day lecture of 81 foundation day of Central Institute for Scientific Research (CISR )at CIMFR here on Friday. Chemistry holds key to […]

Stating October, once again the electricity rates have been increased. Now, if you consume 200 units of electricity, then from this month you will have to pay Rs 22 more. In the midst of rising inflation, the increase in electricity rates will definitely bring a heavy burden on the pockets of the general public. The […]

NTPC group of companies recorded a generation of 203.5 BU from April to September 2022, registering an increase of 15.1% from 176.8 BU generated in April to September 2021. The high generation growth indicates improved performance and an increase in demand for power in the current year. NTPC Rihand (3000 MW) in Uttar Pradesh is […]

India has entered into a collaboration with California for research and innovation in the field of zero-emission vehicles to spur the development of its nascent EV industry and address climate risks. California has the world’s most advanced zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) policies. It has an ambitious 100 per cent ZEV mandate by 2035. As part of […]

Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (JBVNL) has claimed zero cut power in Durga Puja. JBVNL, State’s biggest power supplier company, for this, has made elaborate arrangements with uninterrupted power supply from September 30 to October 5. JBVNL Ranchi GM, PK Srivastava said that all necessary preparations have been done regarding uninterrupted power during the festival. […]

Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) suspended three officials including Superintending Engineer after irregularities were found in awarding orders for the erection of electric lines, Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO said on Friday. Those suspended officials include Superintending Engineer (SE) of Distribution Circle Ferozepur Bhupinder Singh, Divisional Accountant Jaswinder Singh, and Circle Assistant Ashok Kumar. […]

The BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL) and BSES Yamuna Power Limited (BYPL) will provide ‘Tatkal’ temporary electricity connection for Pujas, Diwali Melas, Ramlilas and Marriages in order to tackle air and noise pollution during the festive season. To tackle air pollution, Delhi is set to implement the revamped graded response action plan (GRAP) from October […]

Betting big on electric mobility, Tata Motors is gearing up to drive in a range of models across multiple price points as it expects the portfolio to account for more than 30 per cent of its overall sales by the end of this decade. The home-grown auto major also aims to keep investing on new […]

The Government has deferred the implementation of additional provisions in the battery safety standards, which were to begin from October 1, to give manufacturers more time to comply with new norms, according to an official statement. The statement said now additional provisions in the battery safety standards will be implemented in two phases — first […]