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Andhra Pradesh to Release 46,000 Pending Free Power Connections for Farmers Before Next Cropping Season – EQ

In Short : Andhra Pradesh Government has announced the release of 46,000 pending free agricultural power connections ahead of the upcoming cropping season. The move aims to strengthen irrigation access, support farm productivity, and reduce financial burden on farmers. The initiative reinforces the state’s commitment to rural welfare and reliable electricity supply for the agricultural […]

Premier Energies Strengthens Global Ambitions with Strategic Focus on Western Solar Markets – EQ

In Short : Premier Energies is intensifying its global expansion strategy by targeting solar buyers in Europe and the United States. Backed by a strong domestic order pipeline, the company is pursuing overseas manufacturing partnerships, advanced technology upgrades, and material cost optimization. Its export-oriented roadmap aims to capitalize on shifting global supply chains and position […]

KPI Green Energy Commissions 92.4 MW Wind Power Project in Gujarat – EQ

In Short : KPI Green Energy has successfully completed and commissioned a 92.4 MW wind power project in Gujarat, strengthening its renewable energy portfolio. The project enhances the company’s independent power producer and captive power offerings while contributing to Gujarat’s growing clean energy capacity. This milestone underscores KPI Green Energy’s continued expansion in wind and […]

Andhra Pradesh Attracts ₹8,175 Crore Battery Gigafactory to Accelerate Clean Energy Transition – EQ

In Short : Andhra Pradesh has secured an investment of ₹8,175 crore for a large-scale battery gigafactory, significantly strengthening its clean energy and advanced manufacturing ambitions. The project is expected to enhance India’s energy storage capacity, support electric mobility growth, generate employment, and position the state as a strategic hub in the emerging battery and […]

L&T Plans Expansion of Data Centre Capacity to 32 MW by March – EQ

In Short : Larsen & Toubro (L&T) is set to expand its data centre capacity to 32 MW by March, strengthening its presence in India’s fast-growing digital infrastructure sector. The expansion aligns with rising demand from cloud services, AI workloads, and enterprise digitization, reinforcing L&T’s strategy to diversify into high-growth, technology-driven infrastructure segments. In Detail […]

Over 26 Lakh Households Benefited Under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana as of December 2025 – EQ

In Short : More than 26.14 lakh households have benefited from the PM Surya Ghar scheme as of December 2025, with ₹14,771 crore disbursed and 20.85 lakh rooftop solar systems installed. Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh lead in adoption. Over 7.71 lakh households now have zero electricity bills, achieving 24% of the 1 crore target. […]

MNRE Holds Stakeholder Consultation on Draft Floating Solar Potential Assessment and Draft Policy Framework – EQ

In Short : MNRE held a consultation on draft frameworks to boost floating solar, currently at just 700 MW. The NISE Potential Assessment and IIT Roorkee Policy draft aim to address data gaps. Key decisions include state-level consultations, developer incentives like plug-and-play models, and inter-ministerial talks with environment and dam safety authorities. In Detail : […]

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, […]