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CAQM Reviews Supreme Court-Mandated Expert Report at 27th Meeting; PM2.5 Identified as Key Pollutant in Delhi – EQ

In Short : At its 27th meeting, the CAQM reviewed a Supreme Court-mandated report identifying PM2.5 as Delhi’s key pollutant, with secondary particulates (27%) and transport (23%) as major winter sources. To combat this, the commission approved 46 new monitoring stations, mandated stricter industrial emission standards, and urged barrier-free toll plazas to reduce traffic congestion. […]

Petition with CERC (Procedure, Terms and Conditions for Grant of Transmission License and other related matters) Regulation for Transmission system for Regulated Tariff Mechanism route – EQ

Summary: — ### 1. Case Overview * **Petition No.:** 1029/TL/2025 * **Petitioner:** Navinal Transmission Limited (NNTL) * **Respondents:** Central Transmission Utility of India Limited (CTUIL) & Others. * **Subject:** Application for grant of a separate Transmission License for a transmission system at Navinal (Mundra) (GIS) under the **Regulated Tariff Mechanism (RTM) route**. * **Date of […]

Petition with CERC (Procedure, Terms and Conditions for Grant of Transmission License and other related matters) Regulations to Transmission License to Kudankulam ISTS Transmission Limited – EQ

Summary: — ### 1. Case Overview * **Petition No.:** 245/TL/2025 * **Petitioner:** Kudankulam ISTS Transmission Limited (KITL) * **Respondents:** Central Transmission Utility of India Limited (CTUIL) & Others (including NPCIL). * **Subject:** Application for grant of a Transmission License under Sections 14 & 15 of the Electricity Act, 2003. * **Date of Hearing:** January 21, […]

Petition of the CERC (Procedure, Terms and Conditions for grant of trading licence and other related matters) Regulations 2020 for grant of Category V Inter-state Trading License – EQ

Summary: — ### 1. Case Overview * **Petition No.:** 46/TD/2026 * **Petitioner:** Greensure Trading Private Limited (GTPL) * **Subject:** Application for grant of a Category V Inter-State Trading License under Section 14 of the Electricity Act, 2003, and the relevant CERC Trading Licence Regulations, 2020. * **Date of Hearing:** February 3, 2026. * **Coram:** The […]

KOPT issue Tender for Allotment of land measuring about 14 acres at Mouza – Hatiberia in the Industrial Zone of HDC, on long term lease of 30 years, setting up of 5 MW GMSP Project – EQ

Summary: — ### 1. Project & Land Overview * **Tender No.:** G/Ad/E/1509/T/Land/IZ/14 Acres/2025-26 * **Location:** Mouza – Hatiberia, Industrial Zone, Haldia Dock Complex, Haldia, West Bengal. * **Land Area:** 56,650 sq. meters (approx. 14 Acres). * **Lease Period:** **30 years**, without any option for automatic renewal. * **Purpose:** Setting up of a **5 MW (AC) […]

MES issue Tender for Provn of Roof Top Solar Plant on Misc Bldgs in Pokaran MIL Stn Under Age (I) Pokaran – EQ

Summary: — ### **1. Project Overview** * **Name of Work:** Provision of Rooftop Solar Plant on Miscellaneous Buildings in Pokaran Military Station. * **Job Number:** 03/LBW/POKARAN/2025-26/Q. * **Estimated Cost:** **Rs. 33.25 Lakhs** (approx. USD 380,000). *Disclaimer: This is an estimate and does not guarantee the final cost.* * **Completion Period:** **180 Days (One Hundred Eighty […]

Uttarakhand Surpasses 1 GW Mark in Installed Solar Power Capacity – EQ

In Short : Uttarakhand has crossed the 1 gigawatt milestone in installed solar power capacity, marking a significant achievement in its renewable energy journey. The expansion strengthens the state’s clean energy mix, enhances grid sustainability, and supports India’s broader decarbonisation goals through diversified solar deployment across utility-scale and rooftop segments. In Detail : Uttarakhand has […]

Haryana Clears Four Solar-Powered Integrated Micro Irrigation Projects to Boost Sustainable Agriculture – EQ

In Short : Haryana has approved four solar-powered integrated micro irrigation projects aimed at improving water efficiency and promoting sustainable farming. The initiative combines renewable energy with precision irrigation systems to reduce groundwater dependence, lower energy costs for farmers, and enhance agricultural productivity while supporting climate-resilient rural development. In Detail : Haryana has approved four […]

India Accelerates Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing to Reduce Import Dependence – EQ

In Short : India is targeting domestic production of rare earth permanent magnets by year-end to reduce reliance on imports. The initiative aims to strengthen supply chain security for electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and defense applications while supporting strategic mineral development and enhancing self-reliance in critical clean energy components. In Detail : India is […]

AI-Driven Technologies Key to Strengthening Grid Stability, Says Pralhad Joshi – EQ

In Short : Union Minister Pralhad Joshi emphasised that AI-driven technologies can play a transformative role in maintaining grid stability as India accelerates renewable energy integration. He highlighted how predictive analytics, real-time monitoring, and smart grid systems can enhance reliability, reduce outages, and support efficient energy management in an increasingly complex and decentralised power network. […]